Lecturer in Physics

Binghamton University; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Binghamton University’s Department of Physics invites applications for a up to three-year renewable, full-time Physics Lecturer position beginning Fall 2027. The role focuses on teaching and coordinating introductory physics and introductory astronomy courses for undergraduates, with a typical load of three courses per semester.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field by August 16, 2027, and at least one year of undergraduate teaching experience (including as a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field, by August 16, 2027
• One or more years of experience teaching undergraduate physics or astronomy courses, including experience as a teaching assistant

Responsibilities

• Teach and coordinate introductory physics and introductory astronomy courses for undergraduates
• Teaching load of three courses per semester; work with staff and graduate student instructors
• Assist in coordinating courses and instructional goals; potential summers with additional teaching duties

Skills

Teaching experience

Course coordination

Innovative teaching

Technology in classroom

Lecturer experience

Accessibility materials

Education

PhD in Physics or Astronomy

Job description

About Binghamton University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institutionin the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites morethan 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with someof the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character -shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, andcommunity life - promotes extraordinary student success, research,and service; Binghamton University is where our students, facultyand staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a greatjob - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in anexciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciateBinghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment toexcellence, education, innovation, and civic engagement. Ourdiverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty whovalue cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching andservice, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engageand challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student bodyrepresents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmatesshare a desire to shape the future through technology, insight,intellectual exploration, and community service.

Job Description

The Department of Physics at Binghamton invites applications for anup to three-year renewable, full time, Physics Lecturer position,beginning in Fall 2027. Principal responsibilities are to teach andcoordinate introductory physics and introductory astronomy coursesfor undergraduates. The teaching load will be three courses persemester. The candidate will work with staff and graduate studentinstructors, assist in coordinating courses, and carry outinstructional goals. There is also the opportunity for summersalary through additional teaching duties during this time.

Candidates with prior experience in teaching physics and astronomy,coordinating large groups, teaching large enrollment courses,facility using innovative instructional methods, and familiaritywith the use of technology in the classroom, will be givenpreference. Candidates comfortable in a student-centeredenvironment and committed to the university mission are encouraged to apply.Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or a relatedfield at the time of appointment.

The start date for the position is August 16, 2027.

For more information about the department, visit https://binghamton.edu/physics/

Binghamton University is dedicated to advancing equity andinclusion, and in particular to the goal of building a diverse andinclusive teaching, research, and working environment, including adiverse faculty. Evidence of a commitment to advancing equity andinclusion through research, teaching, and/or service will bevalued. Potential applicants who share this goal, especiallymembers of groups historically underrepresented in the field andthose from non-traditional backgrounds, women, and persons withdisabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field, by August 16, 2027
• One or more years of experience teaching undergraduate physics or astronomy courses, including experience as a teachingassistant

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with innovative teaching methods
• Familiarity with the use of technology in the classroom
• One or more years of experience as a lecturer teaching an introductory physics or astronomy course
• Experience modifying learning materials to meet accessibility standards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If youcurrently need sponsorship or will need it in the future tomaintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibilityrequirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton Universityis not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information

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As required by title IX and its implementing regulations,Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex inthe educational programs and activities which it operates. Thisrequirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries aboutsex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IXCoordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR).Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as wellas the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be foundhere.

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Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus effective August 1,2017.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completionof a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s)and credentials.