Winter Physics Lab Instructor (Temporary)

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,400; Part time

Job summary

Santa Clara University’s Department of Physics and Engineering Physics invites applications for a quarterly lecturer to teach 1-5 sections of weekly lower-division physics labs (Physics 12, 31, or 33) during winter quarter 2027. All classes are in-person, with potential online portions if health conditions require.

This is a non-tenure track, temporary position requiring a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field. Significant university teaching experience and mentoring undergraduates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics or related field is required.
• Significant experience teaching physics at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach 100% of duties in assigned labs.
• Demonstrate weekly labs with senior staff.
• Grade lab work and provide timely feedback.
• Submit accurate grades and evaluations.
• Assist with one makeup lab session.

Skills

Physics teaching

University level teaching

Mentoring undergraduates

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Job description

Santa Clara University’s Department of Physics and Engineering Physics invites applications for a quarterly lecturer to teach 1-5 sections of weekly lower-division physics labs (Physics 12, 31, or 33) during winter quarter 2027. All classes are in-person, with potential online portions if health conditions require.

This is a non-tenure track, temporary position requiring a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field. Significant university teaching experience and mentoring undergraduates are preferred.