Physics Part-time Lab Instructor Pool 2026-2027

The University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); Presencial; USD 34.440 - 48.216; Tempo parcial

Resumo da vaga

The University of Tampa is seeking a part-time Lab Instructor for the General Physics Laboratory courses. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in physics or a related field and preferably have experience teaching physics labs.

Responsibilities include teaching labs, assisting students, grading reports, and submitting final grades. This position offers a collaborative environment within the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Qualificações

• Master's Degree in physics or a related field required.
• Experience teaching labs preferable.

Responsabilidades

• Teach one or more 2-hour General Physics Laboratories per week.
• Explain experiments and expectations to students.
• Assist students with apparatus set-up and data collection.
• Set up and take down laboratory equipment.
• Provide time for students' meetings.
• Grade lab reports and return them timely.
• Submit final grades to the physics lecture instructor(s).

Conhecimentos

Experience teaching introductory physics labs

Familiarity with PASCO or equivalent electronic probes

Formação

Master's Degree in physics or related field

Descrição da vaga

Physics Part-Time Lab Instructor Pool 2026-2027
University of Tampa in Tampa, FL

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Category: Physics
Physics Part-Time Lab Instructor Pool 2026-2027

R0010304
Tampa

Position Details

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for the position of part-time instructor for the General Physics Laboratory courses. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is a vibrant and growing group of faculty, instructors, and students, and we are looking for qualified candidates to join our team.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Teach one or more 2-hour General Physics Laboratories per week for a semester. Experiments follow the syllabus and laboratory manual prepared by the physics faculty.

2. Explain to the students the experiments and expectations for each lab.

3. Assist students with apparatus set-up and data collection.

4. Set up and take down laboratory equipment as appropriate.

5. Provide meeting time for students.

6. Grade and return lab reports/worksheets to students in a timely fashion.

7. Submit final grades to physics lecture instructor(s).

The successful candidate will have:

1. A minimum of a Master's Degree in physics or related field.

2. Experience teaching introductory physics labs with PASCO or equivalent electronic probes and computer interfaces preferred.

Additional Information

Applications for part-time positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis which may include fall, spring and summer.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.