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Texas A&M University - San Antonio
Adjunct Faculty in Physics
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What they do
A Physics Professor teaches foundational hypotheses, theories, and methods in physics to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$87,965 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job TitleAdjunct Faculty in Physics Agency Texas A&M University - San Antonio Department Department of Computational, Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationSan Antonio, Texas Job TypeFaculty Job Description The Department of Computational, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS), in the College of Arts and Sciences, seeks applications from qualified candidates for a part-time non-tenure track position in Physics. We seek qualified instructors to teach face-to-face lecture and laboratory courses during the daytime hours in introductory College Physics (algebra based) and University Physics (calculus-based) course sequences. This is for the Fall semester with potential to teach in the Spring 2027 and summer 2027 as well. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining a safe environment for instruction and learning in a laboratory setting.
Guillen@tamusa.edu Hard Copies of Official transcripts should be sent to the address listed below: Adjunct Faculty of Physics Position c/o Tamara Guillen Dept. of Computational, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences Texas A&M University- San Antonio One University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 The selected candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position. Please direct any questions to Venki Uddameri, Ph.D, Chair - Dept. of Computational, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at vuddameri@tamusa.edu
Salary:
3-hour lecture courses = $3000, 3-hour laboratory = $2000Required Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Physics or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution Must have 18 graduate credit hours in related area.Preferred Education and Experience:
Experience teaching at the college level Experience working with all students from different backgrounds and settings Completed Ph.D. in Physics or related field.Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Strong self-discipline and ability to work independently. Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.Application Instructions:
For detailed instructions on how to apply for any positions on our website, please use the following link: http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html Applicants must submit the following to be considered: Application A Curriculum Vitae (CV) A Letter of Interest - make sure to include which introductory Physics courses and labs you feel comfortable teaching and a teaching statement/philosophy. • Contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Finalists will be required to provide three current, original letters of recommendation to the Search Committee Chair. The letters should be less than one year old and should bear the writer's actual signature. Before issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts (hard copy or verified e-copy) must be received directly from each degree-granting institution. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. Verified Electronic Copies of Official transcript should be sent to: e-mail: Tamara.Guillen@tamusa.edu Hard Copies of Official transcripts should be sent to the address listed below: Adjunct Faculty of Physics Position c/o Tamara Guillen Dept. of Computational, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences Texas A&M University- San Antonio One University Way San Antonio, Texas 78224 The selected candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position. Please direct any questions to Venki Uddameri, Ph.D, Chair - Dept. of Computational, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences at vuddameri@tamusa.edu