Non-Tenure Track Visiting Assistant Professor Physics
Non-Tenure Track Visiting Assistant Professor Physics
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 62200 - 80000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
The Physics Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a oneyear nontenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position for theacademic year. We seek candidates who are committed to teaching excellence for major and nonmajor physics courses and laboratories. The successful candidate will teach a combination of introductory physics modern physics astronomy and laboratory courses depending on departmental needs and the candidates expertise. The teaching load will require approximately 12 contact hours each week in the classroom and lab. While this position is focused on teaching funding is available to support professional development and shortterm research projects involving students.
About the Physics Department
The Physics Department serves undergraduate students across multiple disciplines offering courses that fulfill:
- Core requirements for all majors
- Allied requirements for science and engineering programs
- Physics minor B.A. and B.S. degree programs
We are a studentcentered department that values excellence in teaching and is committed to fostering an inclusive welcoming and supportive learning environment. Each year we graduate approximately 10 majors and 20 minors. Our facilities include wellequipped laboratories a small machine shop and an oncampus observatory. More information about the Physics department can be found here.
About the University of St. Thomas
The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic missiondriven urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan areas and MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport we are Minnesotas largest private university with eight schools and colleges 150 undergraduate majors/minors and 55 graduate programs. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristic.
This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically act wisely and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Salary & Benefits
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program which includes:
- Up to 100 tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
- Up to 50 tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
- A generous employer retirement contribution of 9.4 of annual salary upon eligibility
- Medical dental and vision insurance options
- Employerpaid disability life and AD&D benefits
- All eligible fulltime faculty may request Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child
Salary range: $62200 $80000
The University of St. Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate departmental budget availability internal salary equity considerations and available market information.
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
We welcome applications from candidates who have:
- A Ph.D. (U.S. or Foreign Equivalent) in Physics or a related field though ABD candidates nearing completion will also be considered.
- A strong enthusiasm for teaching undergraduate students including both majors and nonmajors
How To Apply
All application materials should be submitted online at After creating and submitting an applicant profile you will be directed to the jobspecific application. Please include the following in your application:
- A cover letter that addresses the candidates interest in and qualifications for the position.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A written statement that presents the candidates philosophy of teaching and commitment to the universitys mission and convictions. Information on the St. Thomas mission and convictions can be found here.
- Complete the reference section of the application by providing contact information for three professional references who can specifically address the candidates teaching experience. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.
Please refrain from submitting additional documentation; other documents or information will not be considered.
To receive full consideration please submit all application materials byApril 30 2025. The position will remain open until filled. For further questions please contact Dr. Michael Wood chair of the search committee at
Employment Type
Unclear
Key Skills
Similar Jobs
Dr. Job is an online platform that connects employers with skilled job seekers, facilitating the search for job opportunities and top talent. Established in 2015. Dr. Job Pro has emerged as the world premier job portal, attracting thousands of job seekers every day from all over the world.
Follow Dr.Job
Dr Job FZ LLC. 2025 © All Rights Reserved