Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Department of Physics and Astronomy (Continuous Recruitment)
While there may not be an immediate need for a lecturer in this area, UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) accepts applications to create a pool for future part-time associate lecturer/lecturer/senior lecturer opportunities. Upon submission, your application will be on file as a potential candidate for per-course assignments each semester. Teaching one semester does not guarantee assignment the following semester, and teaching hours will vary with a load ranging between 1-12 credits per semester. While listed as on-site, partially remote and remote opportunities may be available.
About the Department
The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers majors in Physics, Physics: Applied Electronics Option, and Physics: Applied Mechanics Option, as well as a 3+2 Dual Degree program in Physics and Engineering in collaboration with UW-Milwaukee. The department includes 9 faculty members across 3 campuses and is committed to diversity in its curriculum, preparing students for a diverse and inclusive world. Housed in the School of Mathematics, Computing, Physics & Astronomy, the department also provides courses in astronomy, engineering, and physics for general education and other majors at locations in Stevens Point, Wausau, and Marshfield.
Responsibilities
- Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
- Serves as an initial point of contact for students regarding specific course content and expectations
- Facilitates classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
Qualifications
Required
- Master's degree in a field related to physics, astronomy, engineering, or education, plus or including a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in physics and astronomy
- Relevant work or teaching experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred
- Master's degree in physics or astronomy
- Experience teaching diverse groups and/or college-level teaching experience
Benefits
The Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer is a part-time, salaried, exempt, academic year (9-month) position. Eligible employees receive an excellent benefits package. For details, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide for Short-Term Academic Staff.
This posting will remain open until June 30, 2027. If no contact is made by this time and you remain interested, please reapply.