Spring Visiting Professor - Physics & Astronomy

Bucknell University; Linntown (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with 10% employer cont

Tuition remission for self and spouse/

Parental leave

Wellness program

Fitness center membership

Job summary

Bucknell University’s Department of Physics & Astronomy invites applications for Visiting Assistant Professor (one semester) starting January 2027, teaching three courses for the spring term.

We seek candidates with Ph.D. or ABD in physics, astronomy, or related field by start date and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy. Applications via careers.bucknell.edu; references available upon request. Inquiries to Professor Ben Vollmayr-Lee at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in physics, astronomy, or a related field by the start date.
• Teaching load of three courses for the spring semester.
• Visiting one-semester appointment beginning January 2027.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses for the spring semester.
• Engage in department service and student advising as appropriate.
• Support a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Ph.D./ABD in physics/astronomy

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in physics/astronomy or related field

Job description

Bucknell University’s Department of Physics & Astronomy invites applications for Visiting Assistant Professor (one semester) starting January 2027, teaching three courses for the spring term.

We seek candidates with Ph.D. or ABD in physics, astronomy, or related field by start date and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy. Applications via careers.bucknell.edu; references available upon request. Inquiries to Professor Ben Vollmayr-Lee at [e-mail].