Lecturer in Physics Job San Antonio area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position Summary

The School of Math, Science, and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Physics in the Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics. Lecturers teach labs and/or lectures in undergraduate core physics courses including mechanics and/or electricity and magnetism. The department provides support courses in physics for various science disciplines across the campus where physics courses are required. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

UIW Mission

The School of Math, Science, and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Physics in the Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics. Lecturers teach labs and/or lectures in undergraduate core physics courses including mechanics and/or electricity and magnetism. The department provides support courses in physics for various science disciplines across the campus where physics courses are required. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach assigned courses based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures:
Introductory algebra and/or
Calculus-based physics courses.

Incorporate the use of technology within lectures.

Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).

Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.

Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.

Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and teaching ability needed in algebra-based and calculus-based physics, including lectures and labs.
Ability to deliver instruction online.
Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master s Degree in Physics OR Master s Degree in an alternate field with 18 graduate semester hours in Physics.

Required Work Experience

None.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics.
Previous experience teaching at the college level.
Interest and experience in teaching a diverse population of students using computers and advanced technology to enhance the educational experience of students, both non-science and science majors.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment to include daytime or evening classes.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN1014PO

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary):

Reports To: Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

Salary: $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience

Open Date
: 04/13/2026

Close Date: 04/30/2027

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicant

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