Temporary Part-Time Faculty (Physics) (Unsolicited)

Millersville University; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Group Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Waiver

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A university in Pennsylvania is seeking Temporary Part-Time Faculty for Physics to teach undergraduate courses. Responsibilities include delivering lectures, preparing assignments, and assessing student performance. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Physics and demonstrate excellent communication skills along with a commitment to inclusive teaching practices. This position requires in-person instruction, and applications are reviewed as needed based on enrollment.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach diverse student populations.
• Successful interview and teaching demonstration.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and diverse learners.
• Successful interview and teaching demonstration.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate physics course(s) as scheduled.
• Prepare and deliver instruction, assess student learning.
• Hold office hours and submit grades as per university policies.
• Contribute to scholarship and service commensurate with assignment.
• Fulfill related professional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Ability to teach undergraduate physics

Familiarity with standard instructional laboratory equipment

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to inclusive teaching practices

Grading & feedback

Education

Master’s Degree in Physics or a closely related discipline

PhD preferred

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Temporary Part-Time Faculty (Physics) (Unsolicited)

The Department of Physics is accepting applications for Temporary, Part‑time Instructors to teach assigned undergraduate physics lecture and/or laboratory courses, and fulfill related professional responsibilities such as course preparation, assessment, grading, and student support. Duties include teaching face‑to‑face and/or online classes on days, evenings, or weekends as scheduled and being available to students by holding appropriate office hours.

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. If you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the department’s pool of qualified faculty.

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar‑issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Tuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family’s
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion. We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence – creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Teach assigned undergraduate physics course(s) (lecture and/or lab) as scheduled by the department; prepare and deliver instruction; assess student learning; hold office hours; and submit grades in accordance with University policies. Courses may include algebra‑based or calculus‑based introductory physics, astronomy and associated laboratories, as needed.

Part‑time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week, at a minimum of twenty‑five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught, at such days, times and locations as will accommodate the needs of the students.

This position requires in‑person instruction on Millersville University’s campus (lecture and/or laboratory) and may include limited online components as assigned. This position is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes.

For details, see the CBA, Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities (p. 27).

Continuing Scholarly Growth and Professional Development and Service to the University and /or Community:

• In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

Other Responsibilities:

• Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty member’s field of competence.
• Please see the CBA, Article 12, Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty (pp. 27‑39).

Department Description:

The Department of Physics at Millersville University offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics and provides essential physics coursework for students across multiple STEM majors. The department emphasizes high‑quality teaching, hands‑on laboratory experiences, undergraduate research, and inclusive student support in a collaborative learning environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Physics or a closely related discipline.
• Ability to teach undergraduate physics lecture and/or laboratory courses; familiarity with standard instructional laboratory equipment and safe laboratory practices; and ability to use learning‑management systems and instructional technology as needed.
• Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for classroom teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD, ABD, or terminal degree in Physics or a closely related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience in undergraduate physics (lecture and/or lab), including experience with active learning strategies and/or instructional laboratories.

Essential Functions:

• Work is normally performed in a typical classroom, laboratory, and office environment.
• Ability to:
  • sit or stand while teaching.
  • speak clearly.
  • communicate via writing exceptionally well.
  • understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
  • use instructional laboratory equipment safely (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscopes, optics equipment) and follow established laboratory safety procedures.
  • move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms, and laboratories.
  • stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
• Teach courses face‑to‑face and online if necessary at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and appropriate instructional technology and equipment.
• Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
• Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).