Tenure-Track Professor of Physical Sciences

Nevada; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Retirement match

Educational benefits

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences in the Department of Physical and Life Sciences. The primary location is the Henderson campus with teaching duties also at the North Las Vegas campus and a 9-month appointment beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will teach lower- and upper-level courses in Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology or Climatology, Physics, or Astronomy, contribute to curriculum development, and

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Physical Sciences at time of employment.
• Evidence of ability to teach, mentor, and work with undergraduates.
• Commitment to diverse, non-traditional, first-generation student populations.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach 9-month appointment totaling 24 credits per academic year.
• Teach at Henderson campus and North Las Vegas campus as needed.
• Teach lower-level courses in Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology or Climatology, Physics, or Astronomy.
• Contribute to curriculum development and interdisciplinary opportunities.
• Foster inclusive learning environments and equitable classroom practices.
• Engage in institutional service and professional development.
• Pursue scholarly activity within the discipline.

Skills

Teaching

Student mentoring

Diversity & inclusion

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Physical Sciences

Job description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences in the Department of Physical and Life Sciences. The primary location is the Henderson campus with teaching duties also at the North Las Vegas campus and a 9-month appointment beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will teach lower- and upper-level courses in Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology or Climatology, Physics, or Astronomy, contribute to curriculum development, and