Assistant Professor of Physics

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Liberity University invites applications for an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Physics. A master’s degree with 18+ graduate credit hours in physics or a closely related field is required; a Ph.D. in Physics is preferred. Credentials to teach mathematics are a plus. Specialization is open.

The successful candidate will be prepared to teach General Education and upper-level physics courses and will be strongly committed to excellent teaching, including physics laboratories, in a teaching-focused institution. Willingness to contribute to online instruction is also desirable. Candidates must be committed to the evangelical standards and mission of Liberty University.

Candidates must be committed to the evangelical standards and mission of Liberty University. Contact rbyoung@liberty.edu.

The Instructor or Assistant Professor’s primary role is to teach in their areas of expertise, maintain the integrity of course and instructional programs, and to ensure that their delivery is in alignment with the University mission and vision for the student experience. As such, faculty are responsible for creating an academic atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity.

Candidates must be committed to the evangelical standards and mission of Liberty University. Contact rbyoung@liberty.edu.

Qualifications And Credentials

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree with 18+ graduate hours in Physics or related field required.
• PREFERRED Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics.
• Education and Experience: ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
• Communication and Comprehension: Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Problem Solving: Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Physical and Sensory Abilities: Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally. Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business. Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

Work Conditions

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. Working environment may include facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

Driving Requirements

• If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel.

Job Functions And Responsibilities

Time Type: Full time

Location: Onsite

Pay Range: $63,500.00 - $83,000.00

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.