Adjunct Faculty – Physics

About the role

Join Florida Polytechnic University — Florida’s all-STEM public university and the #1 public college in the South — as a part-time adjunct instructor in Physics. In this role, you will engage high-achieving undergraduate math, science, and engineering majors in face-to-face classes, such as Physics 1, Physics 2, and related labs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver face-to-face courses in Physics 1, Physics 2, and related labs.
• Engage high-achieving undergraduate math, science, and engineering majors.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 18 credit hours in the discipline.

Compensation

Starting salary will be commensurate with years of teaching or professional experience.

Application Process

• Submit PDFs of the following documents through the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website:
  • A letter of application that addresses your teaching experience or philosophy.
  • Your curriculum vitae.
  • Name and contact information of at least 3 professional references.
  • An unofficial copy of transcripts for the highest degree earned.

About Florida Polytechnic University

Florida Polytechnic University, opened in 2014 as the state’s STEM-focused public university, offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees with intentional industry connections. Dedicated to preparing students to make significant contributions and become leaders in STEM fields, Florida Poly integrates foundational STEM knowledge and skills with applied, project-based learning. The University prioritizes hands-on learning in small classes guided by world class faculty who serve as instructors, mentors, and researchers. Florida Poly’s ultra-modern campus is located in Lakeland, along the I-4 High Tech Corridor between Tampa and Orlando. With no state income tax and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

Diversity Statement

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

Florida Poly Benefits Information

• Health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet specific needs, as well as the needs of their family.
• Flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.
• The University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP).

Special Instructions Regarding Attachments

• Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application.
• Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.
• An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.
• Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.
• All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.
• This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute 435.04.