Physics - Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Hope College; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope College is seeking a Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Physics for Fall 2025. Candidates will be responsible for teaching a range of physics courses and contributing to departmental service while engaging with the mission of the college, which emphasizes Christian values and inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach standard physics courses from introductory to advanced level.
• Commitment to engage with the mission of Hope College.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching or mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures and provide individual instruction during office hours.
• Administer and grade examinations in the physics curriculum.
• Engage in departmental and college service.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Research

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Physics

Job description

Physics - Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:

• A statement indicating a willingness to commit to and engage with
  • the mission of Hope College ,
  • our Christian Aspirations , and
  • the Hope College ethic of Inclusive Excellence ;
• Unofficial Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

In addition, candidates will enter names and email addresses for three references that will be provided a link upon application to upload letters of reference; those references will be contacted by Human Resources to submit a letter of recommendation. Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts will be required for finalists.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Physics - Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor

The Hope College Department of Physics invites applications for one
Assistant Professor of Physics Instruction beginning Fall 2025. This is a
renewable appointment. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering
lectures, providing individual instruction during office hours, preparing,
administering and grading examinations in courses across the physics
curriculum, and department and college service. Applications from those
with industrial experience are encouraged. Opportunities exist to work with
physics research groups,though research is not required as part of this
position and therefore is not compensated with release time during the
academic year. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and
experience.

Is this a visiting faculty position?

Is this a visiting faculty position? No

Rank

Rank Assistant or Associate

Qualifications

A Master’s degree or PhD in Physics or a related field is required, with at
least 18 graduate credit hours in Physics. Ability to teach any standard
courses from introductory to advanced physics courses is required.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of
Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust
ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence.
As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will
engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their
commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence
shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.
More guidelines for Hope College candidate’s response to the mission
statement can be found at hope.edu/jobs .

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

“All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.”

Posting Number

Posting Number 2023-105FR

Job Posting Open Date

Job Posting Open Date 04/29/2025

Job Posting Close Date

Job Posting Close Date 05/23/2025

Open Until Filled No

Is this position available for sponsorship

Is this position available for sponsorship Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:

• A statement indicating a willingness to commit to and engage with
  • the mission of Hope College ,
  • our Christian Aspirations , and
  • the Hope College ethic of Inclusive Excellence ;
• Unofficial Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

In addition, candidates will enter names and email addresses for three references that will be provided a link upon application to upload letters of reference; those references will be contacted by Human Resources to submit a letter of recommendation. Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts will be required for finalists.

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