About the role
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Position Details
The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for the position of part-time instructor for the General Physics Laboratory courses. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is a vibrant and growing group of faculty, instructors, and students, and we are looking for qualified candidates to join our team.
Responsibilities will include:
1. Teach one or more 2-hour General Physics Laboratories per week for a semester. Experiments follow the syllabus and laboratory manual prepared by the physics faculty.
2. Explain to the students the experiments and expectations for each lab.
3. Assist students with apparatus set-up and data collection.
4. Set up and take down laboratory equipment as appropriate.
5. Provide meeting time for students.
6. Grade and return lab reports/worksheets to students in a timely fashion.
7. Submit final grades to physics lecture instructor(s).
The successful candidate will have:
1. A minimum of a Master's Degree in physics or related field.
2. Experience teaching introductory physics labs with PASCO or equivalent electronic probes and computer interfaces preferred.
Required Attachments
Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
Cover Letter
Curriculum vitae
Additional Information
Applications for part-time positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis which may include fall, spring and summer.
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Note: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required, please combine the additional documents into a single attachment so that you may continue through the application process.
Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.