Part-Time Physics Adjunct — In-Person Teaching

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Odessa College seeks a Part Time Physics instructor to develop and teach classes across multiple courses, delivering engaging content in traditional, online, or blended formats. The role emphasizes keeping course materials current and providing clear expectations and assessments.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree or higher in Physics, with options to include 18 graduate hours in Physics. This pool posting supports ongoing hiring needs at Odessa College in Odessa, Texas.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Physics.
• OR Master’s Degree or higher and 18 graduate hours in Physics.

Responsibilities

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field.
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the College.
• Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners.
• Provides students with written expectations, including syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, and other course materials.
• Administers tests that are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring students’ overall grasp of course objectives.
• Through various instructional methods, affirms the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn.
• Maintains an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, online, or distance learning, that encourages the free exchange of ideas while upholding academic honesty and objectivity.
• Prepares adequately for class and arrives promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities.
• Delivers material in a clear and understandable manner.
• Addresses student concerns, including comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means.
• Effectively handles routine procedures necessary for the successful day-to-day operation of the department, as delegated by the department chair.

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in Physics

Master’s Degree or higher and 18 graduate hours in Physics

Job description

Odessa College seeks a Part Time Physics instructor to develop and teach classes across multiple courses, delivering engaging content in traditional, online, or blended formats. The role emphasizes keeping course materials current and providing clear expectations and assessments.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree or higher in Physics, with options to include 18 graduate hours in Physics. This pool posting supports ongoing hiring needs at Odessa College in Odessa, Texas.