Adjunct Faculty, Physics

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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Physics Position Number 999972 Position Category School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Natural Science Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description

The Hofstra University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for multiple part-time adjunct faculty positions to teach graduate-level courses in the Medical Physics Master's program in the Spring 2026 semester and beyond. An MS or PhD degree in medical physics and teaching experience are expected, but degrees in closely related STEM disciplines will be considered. Applicants must have an appointment in a Northwell Health Department and/or have Northwell clearance to supervise student rotations.

Depending upon degree and experience, initial appointments would be made at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor through Adjunct Associate Professor.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Teach introductory calculus-based or algebra-based physics labs servicing multiple STEM major programs.

Qualifications

* An MS/MA in physics, or a related STEM field.

Preferred Quals Summary

* PhD degree in physics, preferred.

* Teaching experience.

Special Instructions

Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

* Cover letter

* Curriculum vitae

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Inquiries should be directed to Christina Lacey, Chair at Physics Applications.

Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 12/11/2025 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary/Salary Range $1,458-$1,711 per credit hour

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary
* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

* Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.