Physics Residential Adjunct - College of Arts and Sciences

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Liberty University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Physics. A master’s degree with 18+ graduate credit hours in physics or a closely related field is required; a Ph.D. in Physics is preferred. Credentials to teach mathematics are a plus. Specialization is open. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach residential courses in the Department of General Math and Science.

Teaching assignments include 100 and 200 level Physics courses and labs. Adjunct instructors are responsible for class lectures, grading assignments, and advising students. Creation and modification of approved curriculum (classroom and physics labs). Assist students in achieving objectives and learning outcomes. Provide regular and timely feedback to students. Participate in school retention and recruitment. Advise students regarding academics, attendance, and behaviors.

Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies. Strictly adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree with 18+ graduate hours in Physics or related field required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Physics, and college teaching experience.

• Communication and Comprehension:
  Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• English proficiency:
  Ability to understand, speak, and write English to convey messages and correspond professionally.
• Public communication skills enabling professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Problem solving:
  Intuitive ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve routine and complex problems.

• May be required to travel.
• May be required to sit for deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak to communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. The working environment may include facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

Driving Requirements:
If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

Time Type:
Part time

Location:

Onsite

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.