Physics Adjunct Instructor

University of Missouri, St. Louis; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Missouri-St. Louis seeks qualified adjunct instructors for Physics. Courses range from introductory to graduate levels and assignments depend on experience and department needs.

Adjunct appointments are term, non-benefit, non-tenure-accruing, for the semester with possible renewals based on performance. Applicants must submit a single PDF including letter of interest, CV, teaching philosophy, and references; background checks are required prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Adjunct instructors must have a minimum of a master’s degree in physics, or a closely related discipline.
• A PhD is preferred.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Education

Master’s degree in Physics or related

PhD preferred

Job description

Hiring Department

The Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Statistics, University ofMissouri-St. Louis (UMSL)

Job Description

The Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Statistics at theUniversityof Missouri-St. Louis is seeking qualified candidatesfor adjunct instructor positions in Physics. Available coursesrange from the introductory level to upper-level and graduatecourses and will be assigned based on both experience anddepartment needs. Adjunct appointments are term, non-benefit,non-tenure-accruing positions. Appointment periods are for thesemester, with the possibility of renewed appointments based onperformance.

Qualifications

Adjunct instructors must have a minimum of a master’s degree inphysics, or a closely related discipline. A PhD is preferred.

Application Materials

Applicants must combine all application materials (Letter ofinterest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, andlist of references) into one PDF document and upload as a resumeattachment. Limit document name to 50 characters, maximum size is11 MB. Do not include special characters. Candidates will berequired to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior tobeginning employment.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed beginning November 5 but will beaccepted until all positions are filled.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individualsin non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in theTax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA accommodations

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of HumanResources at [e-mail].