What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Physics, (Part-time, Non-Tenure Track) (Pool Posting) position at Ohio University and Careers?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please complete the online application and attach the following required documents when prompted:
- A current Curriculum Vitae
- A Cover Letter describing teaching experience
- A list of three (3) references with current and complete contact details including an email address.
- Unofficial transcripts
Review of application materials will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the close date listed below.
Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.
Position Information
Job Title
Instructor of Physics, (Part-time, Non-Tenure Track) (Pool Posting)
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and attach the following required documents when prompted:
- A current Curriculum Vitae
- A Cover Letter describing teaching experience
- A list of three (3) references with current and complete contact details including an email address.
- Unofficial transcripts
Review of application materials will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the close date listed below.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
sick leave and retirement.
Posting Number
20162915F
Job Description
Applications to this pool will be utilized to fill part-time, non-tenure track, non-benefits eligible instructor positions in the Physics and Astronomy Department at Ohio University. The selected candidates may teach PHYS 4031/5031 or other upper-level undergraduate courses. On-campus instruction requires up to four hours in-class instruction per class per week and an additional hour per week for office hours.
Ohio University. Ohio University. Established in 1804, Ohio University is an R1 institution and the oldest public university in the state of Ohio. Our total enrollment is over 28,000 students across the state and online. About 20,000 of those students are undergraduates studying at our residential campus in Athens, a quintessential college town. The campus is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains amidst scenic state and national parks.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Physics or related field, and relevant teaching experience at the university level.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ten or more years of experience as an independent instructor at the university level.
Department
Physics and Astronomy
Pay Rate
Pay is set according to college approved rates. Please visit A&S Summer and Overload Course Policy | Ohio University for more information.
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
User Selection Field
Job Open Date
08/08/2025
Posting Close Date
08/06/2026
Employment Type
Temporary (for group 3 ONLY)
Job Category
Instructor
Months
4 month
Planning Unit
College of Arts & Sciences
Work Schedule
Campus
Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Nancy Vandeman, vandemn1@ohio.edu
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