Instructor of Physics-Durham

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Science-Physics

POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC Campus

POSITION NUMBER: 60087867

POSTING DATE: Monday, March 30, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Monday, April 13, 2026

**This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: Permanent, Full-time, 10-month, EHRA Faculty, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with education and experience

NCSSM and the Physics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Description of Duties:

Position reports to the Chair of Physics – Durham. This position is responsible for instruction for three classes each semester and two classes each January Term.

General duties include:

• Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals


• Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills


• Hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department


• Regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress


• Provide students with resources and feedback on their performance


• Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning


• Model for students responsibility to self and others


• Follow NCSSM’s philosophy, policies, and procedures


• Attend departmental, discipline, faculty meetings; effectively collaborate with colleagues


• Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities

Participate in one or more of the following activities:

• Serve as academic advisor, sponsor a club, competition, or event


• Serve as an officer of Faculty Senate


• Provide administrative support such as managing Teaching Assistants


• Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations


• Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies


• Participate in the Admissions Process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students


• Participate in NCSSM alumni activities


• Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience teaching physics


• Commitment to engaging gifted and motivated high school students


• Enthusiasm for student-centered, hands-on lab activities and familiarity with educational and laboratory technology

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree or higher with demonstrated emphasis in Physics; demonstrated track record in Physics education; experience in the use of educational technology.

Applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy that address their experience teaching introductory mechanics, electricity and magnetism, interest and experience in teaching physics electives and interest in teaching Physics to gifted and motivated high school students.

If the selected candidate is currently pursuing their degree, they will be required to provide proof of degree conferral by the hire date.

Team NCSSM Benefits

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NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable. Leave is earned monthly and pro-rated for part-time employees and those working less than 12 months. Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on-site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria. Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union.

Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Please note: Only one application is accepted per candidate for each specific job posting. If you have questions, please email careers@ncssm.edu.