Part-Time Faculty; Physics and Optical Science

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty in Physics and Optical Science. These positions teach undergraduate and graduate courses for a given term and are temporary with no benefits. Teaching responsibilities include preparing syllabi, delivering lectures, grading, and meeting class hours in accordance with university regulations.

Preferred qualifications include an M.S. or Ph.D.

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or related field; university teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update course syllabus, prepare lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Meet all designated class periods and maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner, submit mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution.

Education

MS/PhD in Physics or related field

University teaching experience preferred

Job description

Part-Time Faculty; Physics and Optical Science

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Finalists will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree and submit to a criminal background check.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

Position Number EPTF50

Working Title

Working Title Part-Time Faculty; Physics and Optical Science

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Science (Col)

Work Unit

Work Unit Physics and Optical Science

Work Location

Work Location Physics

Vacancy Open To

Vacancy Open To All Candidates

Position Designation

Position Designation Adjunct / Part-Time Faculty

Employment Type

Employment Type Temporary - Part-time

Hours per week

Hours per week Varies

Work Schedule

Varies

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Pay Rate varies

Faculty teaching undergraduate courses: doctorate or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
Faculty teaching graduate courses: earned doctorate / terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the highest earned degree in the discipline.
UNC Charlotte also considers competence, effectiveness, and capacity, including, as appropriate, undergraduate and graduate degrees, related work experiences in the field, professional licensure and certifications, honors and awards, continuous documented excellence in teaching, or other demonstrated competencies and achievements that contribute to effective teaching and student learning outcomes.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or related field; university teaching experience preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

UNC Charlotte is accepting applications for adjunct or part-time faculty. These positions are temporary and usually involve teaching a particular course or courses for a particular semester. These positions are temporary and do not accrue benefits.
Responsibilities could include: Developing and/or updating course syllabus, preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments, meeting all designated class periods, maintaining regularly scheduled office hours, grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner, submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The chosen applicant is subject to a criminal background check.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

Proposed Hire Date

Proposed Hire Date 01/11/2027

Contact Information

Expected Length of Assignment

Expected Length of Assignment Spring Term 2027

Special Notes to Applicants

Finalists will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree and submit to a criminal background check.

Posting Specific Questions

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• Where did you learn about this posting?

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for References
• Other Document

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