Part-Time Faculty, Physics

Position Title:

Part-Time Faculty Physics

Department/School:

School of Science

Salary/Pay Rate:

$1250 per 1 credit with upward adjustment for years of service at Marist University. Pay may vary depending on credits pertaining to online graduate music or lab courses.

Job Summary:

The School of Science invites applications for various Part-Time Faculty positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. Additionally the instructor will maintain a strong online presence through the learning management system (Brightspace) by posting lab announcements grading online assignments and updating the online gradebook in a timely manner. While this position is for Fall 2026 we may have additional teaching opportunities in lecture or lab instruction for College Physics or General Physics I/II in future semesters. This position would be ideal for those looking to expand their teaching portfolio and potentially continue with additional instructional roles in the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in Physics or closely related field required.

Essential Functions:

Teach in-person General Physics Laboratory courses including conducting labs and explaining physics concepts to students. Grade laboratory reports and related coursework providing timely feedback. Maintain an active Brightspace presence including posting announcements grading online submissions and updating the gradebook. Communicate effectively with students in both written and verbal form.

Required Application Documents:

Resume Cover Letter & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

About the Department/School:

The School of Science combines scientific principles with practice through the application of knowledge scientific literacy and research. Students interested in the natural physical and health sciences have access to top facilities as well as opportunities for internships clinical rotations and hands-on research. Working with dedicated faculty members students gain the skills required to obtain prestigious awards placement in top graduate schools or careers in leading companies.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929 Marist is a comprehensive independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie N.Y. and Florence Italy plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Princeton Review and others. To learn more please visit of Position:

Part-time

Classification:

Faculty (Part-Time)

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching office hours departmental/school activities scholarship/professional development and other activities as needed.

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

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