Adjunct Faculty - Physics and Earth-Space Science

The Department of Physics and Earth-Space Science at the University of Indianapolis invites applications for an Adjunct Professor of Physics and Earth-Space Science. This position is to teach in person at the University of Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN. Candidates should be willing to use inquiry-based, learner centered methods to teach up to 14 credit hours (per academic year) of introductory Physics and/or Earth-Space science courses including Physics with Algebra, Physics with Calculus, Elements of Chemistry and Physics, Introduction to Earth-Space Science, Physical Geography, and/or Geohazards.

Candidates must possess a Master’s degree, the ability to teach introductory Physics and/or Earth-Space science, and the desire to engage in student-centered teaching. Familiarity with active learning techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches and evaluates up to 14 hours of introductory Physics and/or Earth-Space science courses in one academic year

Qualifications

• Master's degree required, Ph.D. preferred
• Ability to teach introductory Earth science required
• Ability to teach physical geography required
• Ability to teach geohazards preferred
• Desire to engage in student-centered teaching required
• Familiarity with active learning techniques preferred

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