Physics Lab Coordinator & Instructor

Moravian-University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Moravian University in Bethlehem, PA invites applications for a Laboratory Coordinator for Physics, Instructor. This role teaches five sections of Introductory Physics labs each semester and coordinates lab operations, inventory, and safety.

The ideal candidate holds an MS in Physics or related field, has prior introductory physics lab teaching experience, and demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills, plus proficiency with Google Docs, LMSs, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• MS in Physics or related field is required.
• Prior teaching experience in an introductory physics laboratory is required.
• Experience with classroom teaching of Introductory Physics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach five sections of Introductory Physics labs each semester.
• Collaborate with department faculty to maintain safe and clean teaching labs.
• Develop and maintain electronic inventory of supplies for labs.
• Serve as liaison with vendors/contractors for lab equipment and services.
• Care for introductory teaching-lab equipment and ordering supplies.
• Hire, supervise, and train student workers for labs and maintenance.
• Coordinate with EH&S to ensure safe lab practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Physics or related field

Tools

Google Docs

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Moravian University in Bethlehem, PA invites applications for a Laboratory Coordinator for Physics, Instructor. This role teaches five sections of Introductory Physics labs each semester and coordinates lab operations, inventory, and safety.

The ideal candidate holds an MS in Physics or related field, has prior introductory physics lab teaching experience, and demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills, plus proficiency with Google Docs, LMSs, and Microsoft Office.