Physics Adjunct, FACE-TO-FACE – EVENINGS & WEEKEND COLLEGE (Applicant Pool)

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

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Department

Department School of Business and Industry

General Summary

Develops and teaches classes in various aspects physics courses.

Specific Position Duties

• 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.

Applicant Pool Notice: This posting is used to build a pool of qualified candidates for current and future openings. While positions may become available throughout the year, there is no guarantee of an immediate vacancy. Applications will remain on file and will be reviewed as hiring needs arise. Due to the ongoing nature of this recruitment, applicants may not receive an immediate response.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764