Adjunct Faculty, Physics

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Manhattan University is seeking part-time faculty to teach lower division courses in Physics and Science during the 2025-26 academic year. Possible courses include Physics I Laboratory (2 credits) and Physics II Laboratory (2 credits) for science and engineering majors taking calculus-based introductory physics. Schedules are flexible. The successful candidate will work with the Laboratory Manager and other Department faculty to ensure a consistent experience for students across multiple sections of these courses.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position. Applications are reviewed all year for adjunct positions.

• Teach introductory laboratory courses and/or introductory lecture courses in Physics and general Science. Lab courses meet for a three-hour period each week.
• Work with a diverse community of students to enhance their learning.
• Use email and Moodle LM to communicate regularly with students outside of class.
• Grade student work and provide timely and constructive feedback each week.
• Work with Laboratory Manager and Department Faculty to ensure alignment of course content with program objectives.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in physics or a related field.
• At least one year of teaching experience.
• Candidates with a proven record of excellence in teaching will be preferred.

To apply, submit in electronic form one PDF file that contains a cover letter, teaching statement and curriculum vita. Be sure that the CV includes the names and contact information of three references.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.