Part Time Faculty – Physics- St. Petersburg, FL

Excelsior University; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Excelsior University seeks experienced, student-centered instructors to join our instructional pool of part-time physics faculty. Hybrid (St. Petersburg, FL) and remote online teaching, with sections assigned based on qualifications and availability.

Instructors teach online using pre-built course shells with common readings and activities, joining some evening hours for hybrid courses. Qualifications include a master’s or PhD in physics (or related field with 18 graduate physics credits) and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in physics (or related field with at least 18 graduate credits in physics).
• Experience teaching physics in an asynchronous online environment.
• Experience with Canvas learning management system preferred.
• Student-centered teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Implementing courses as designed by the University.
• Engaging regularly with students via email, announcements, and online discussion boards.
• Providing timely, high-quality feedback on student work.
• Holding regular virtual office hours.
• Keeping the department chair apprised of any student or course issues.
• Completing required training and attending pre-term meetings.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Online instruction

Clear communication

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in physics (or related field with 18 graduate physics credits)

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Excelsior University seeks experienced, student-centered instructors to join our instructional pool of part-time physics faculty. Reporting to the Department Chair for General Education and Social Sciences, part-time faculty are assigned to course sections based on their qualifications, interest, performance, and course section availability. This is a hybrid (St. Petersburg, FL) and remote online part‑time faculty position. Instructional faculty at Excelsior University teach online using pre-built course shells with common readings, activities, and assignments across all sections. Hybrid courses in St. Petersburg include some evening hours during the work week.

Faculty Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implementing courses as designed by the University.
• Bringing their own knowledge and expertise to bear on the subject matter.
• Engaging regularly and substantively with students via email, announcements, and online discussion boards.
• Providing timely, high-quality feedback on student work.
• Holding regular virtual office hours.
• Keeping the department chair apprised of any student or course issues.
• Following University policies.
• Completing University-required training and attending required pre‑term meetings.

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree or PhD in physics or a master’s degree or higher in a related field with at least 18 graduate credits in physics.
• Experience teaching physics in an asynchronous online environment.
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system preferred.
• A student-centered teaching approach.

A commitment to supporting the success of all students, including those underserved by traditional higher education.

The position is compensated at a flat rate of $1,000 per credit hour per course, with low-enrollment courses paid at a directed study rate; the salary range stated reflects the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting.

Excelsior University offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, retirement, and excellent health insurance.

If you have problems with online submission, please call 518-738-8043.

Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

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Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic.