Physics Lab Instructor Rolling Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Physics Lab Instructor to facilitate undergraduate laboratory sessions at a Virginia campus.

The role requires guiding experiments, ensuring safety, and supporting student learning while collaborating with faculty and staff. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in Physics with prior teaching in labs, strong physics knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or closely related field.
• Teaching or instructional experience in physics laboratories.
• Strong knowledge of undergraduate physics principles and laboratory techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to a respectful, professional environment for a diverse population.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands‑on physics laboratory sessions for undergraduate students.
• Guide students through experimental procedures and data analysis techniques.
• Ensure laboratory safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Assist students with equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate student performance through lab reports and practical assessments.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate with technical staff for repairs.
• Provide clear explanations of physics concepts and their practical applications.
• Support student learning through individual and small group instruction.
• Document and report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Evening availability

Education

Master's degree in Physics

Teaching or instructional experience in physics laboratories

Doctoral degree in Physics (preferred)

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Learning Management System familiarity

Job description

**Adjunct Physics Lab Instructor Rolling Pool**

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Facilitate hands‑on physics laboratory sessions for undergraduatestudents
• Guide students through experimental procedures and data analysistechniques
• Ensure laboratory safety protocols are followed at alltimes
• Assist students with equipment operation andtroubleshooting
• Evaluate student performance through lab reports and practicalassessments
• Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate with technical stafffor repairs
• Provide clear explanations of physics concepts and theirpractical applications
• Support student learning through individual and small groupinstruction
• Document and report equipment issues or safety concernspromptly

**Required Qualifications:**

• Master's degree in Physics or a closely related field
• Previous teaching or instructional experience in physicslaboratories
• Strong knowledge of undergraduate physics principles andlaboratory techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population offaculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences,or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population offaculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences,or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Doctoral degree in Physics or related field
• Experience with modern physics laboratory equipment andinstrumentation
• Background in curriculum development or educationalassessment
• Familiarity with learning management systems
• Previous experience working with students at various skilllevels