Clinical Lecturer (75959)

The Department of Mathematics & Physics at Iona University is seeking applications for a full-time Clinical Lecturer of Physics (non-tenure track) to begin in Fall 2026. For this position we seek candidates with demonstrated expertise in any area of theoretical physics experimental physics physics education or closely related fields. We are especially interested in candidates with interdisciplinary scholarly interests who can collaborate with faculty from other disciplines.

Iona University and the Department of Mathematics & Physics emphasize teaching excellence. The department offers an undergraduate major and minor in Mathematics a minor in Physics and support for mathematics education degrees at the undergraduate and graduate level. The department also offers courses in support of other undergraduate majors and the university core.

The department is committed to creating a student-centered learning environment and to engaging students in physics. Faculty in the department use diverse teaching methods including the use of technology. Class sizes are small with core classes having 25 or fewer students. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate that they are effective teachers and can engage diverse learners using multiple pedagogical strategies. For more information about the department (including our mission statement) see in the teaching and ongoing development of the physics curriculum including laboratories. Teaching duties include 24 contact hours each academic year and may include courses in other closely related disciplines. Full contact hours are given for laboratory instruction.

How to Apply:

Please upload the following documents as a single file to the resume area in the online application:

• A cover letter explaining the applicants interest and suitability for the position.
• Teaching statement that address the applicants teaching experience philosophy and methodology.
• Curriculum vitae with three references.
• An unofficial copy of graduate transcripts if ABD. After an application is complete we may request letters of recommendation.

Any questions may be directed to the Chair of Mathematics and Physics Dr. Benjamin Gaines ().

Deadline:

Review of applications will begin December 15^th 2025 and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Physics Physics Education or closely related field received prior to August 2026(Preferred).
• M.S. in Physics Physics Education or closely related field received prior to August 2026 (Required).
• Candidates must show a commitment to teaching using demonstrably effective methods of instruction assessment and promise of continued professional growth in pedagogy. Successful candidates will demonstrate effectiveness in undergraduate teaching; evidence of critical reflective thinking about the teaching and learning of physics.
• Demonstrated interest in service to the department and to the University.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting equity diversity inclusion and belonging in an educational environment.

About Iona University/EEO language

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a masters-granting private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Ionas 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4000 students and an alumni base of more than 50000 around the world Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice peace and service. Iona is highly accredited offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts science and business administration as well as Master of Arts Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across theSchool of Arts & Science;LaPenta School of Business;NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; andHynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025 Iona has been named one of the nations best colleges by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and others. Additionally U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country while Georgetown Universitys Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on LaPenta School of Business meanwhileis also accredited by AACSB International a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.

Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.