Part Time Faculty- Physics

Loyola Marymount University's Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering is collecting resumes of potential applicants for future Part-Time faculty positions in the Department of Physics There may not be openings at this time, but your application will be kept on file. Current applications will be reviewed as openings occur. The position, when needed, is assumed to be a one-semester appointment, normally to teach 1-2 courses.

The Department of Physics serves approximately 40 undergraduate majors across two degree programs:
Physics BS and Applied Physics BS. We have eight full-time faculty members performing research in a variety of areas, including Biophysics and Medical Physics, Planetary and Space Physics, Classical and Quantum Gravity, and Physics Education. Additional information about the department, curriculum, courses, and faculty/staff is available online at .

Job Responsibilities

The following is a non-exhaustive list of instructor job responsibilities: prepare and distribute a course syllabus; prepare and lead class sessions; hold regular office hours and answer student questions; develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials; write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations; maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports;

attend meetings and training, as needed; and comply with all university standards and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Prior teaching experience is preferable. Must have the ability to use browser-based software services, and standard classroom and office equipment. Position requires excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Must possess ability to, and genuine interest in, meeting the educational needs of students, and sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural/ethnic backgrounds of the students.

Required Education

A master's or doctorate level degree.

Special Instructions

Apply online at  A completed application consists of:

A current CV/resume

Cover Letter

Statement of Teaching

References - 3 references required

Minimum salary is $2,384 per unit taught.

Faculty Regular

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.

We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.)