F0152 Department of Physics InstructorLecturer Position One-Year Term

Title: F0152 Department of Physics Instructor/Lecturer Position One-Year Term

State Role Title:Faculty-Teaching/Research

Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location:Norfolk State University

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Physics at Norfolk State University invites applications for a one-year term faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Lecturer. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics a Masters degree in Materials Science and a Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering. We seek candidates with demonstrated effectiveness in teaching particularly in Introductory Physics with Calculus (lecture and laboratory) and Physical Science (lecture and laboratory). We are especially interested in applicants with experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to expanding access to higher education for all.

Successful candidates will exhibit a strong dedication to teaching excellence and will actively promote the physics program through meaningful engagement with students collaboration with other NSU departments and outreach to the broader community.This position opened on April 30 2026 and there is a five consecutive workdays minimum posting requirement.The appointment is expected to begin in August 2026 and will remain open until filled.

Applicants should submit a cover letter curriculum vitae a statement describing their philosophy and experience working with students from underrepresented populations and three letters of reference. Norfolk State University is an equal opportunity employer. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Doyle Temple Chair Department of Physics 700 Park Avenue Norfolk VA 23504; ; Applicants should apply online at

Norfolk State University
Norfolk State University is a comprehensive urban public doctoral granting institution committed to transforming students lives through exemplary teaching research and service. The University is a top ranked Historically black College and University (HBCU) with nationally recognized STEM programs and enrolls 6000 students in over thirty undergraduate and nineteen on-line & in-person graduate programs. Norfolk State University garners over $20M in annual grant acquisitions has as an NCAA Division I athletic program with fifteen sports boasts eleven MEAC conference championships in last three years and a coveted marching band invitation for participation in the 2023 Rose Parade.


About the City of Norfolk
Norfolk is one of seven cities that make up the Hampton Roads Region. With a population of about two million Hampton Roads is the 33rd largest Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in the nation the 8th largest metro area in the Southeast and the 2nd largest between Atlanta and Washington is home to the worlds largest naval base the Port of Virginia one of the worlds leading maritime gateways and NATOs only North American headquarters (NATO Supreme Allied Commander Transformation). By virtue of its strategic location it is a cosmopolitan area with many minority groups from every corner of the world. Norfolk has big-city amenities and attractions of arts and culture as well as cuisines of the Eastern addition the region boasts accessible parks riverfronts beaches and numerous festivals all favorable for weekend getaways.


NSU Teaching Philosophy for Underrepresented Populations
Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a statement that reflects their philosophy and experience working with initiatives or with students and communities from underrepresented populations.

EEO STATEMENT
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned B.S. in Physics or a closely related field
Earned M.S. in Physics or a closely related field
Experience teaching and working with students from diverse backgrounds

Additional Considerations

As delineated above

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only) must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history including sexual offender registry checks reference checks degree validation DMV (driving) records license verification and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Contact Information

Name: Norfolk State University

Phone:

Email: Emailed material not accepted

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.