Lecturer, Physics and Biophysics

About the role

The USD Physics and Biophysics Department seeks applications for a part-time instructor for the following courses for Fall 2026 (in-person modality).

Responsibilities

• Lecture courses carry a 3-unit teaching load and labs carry a 2-unit load.
• Part-time instructors will hold 1.5 hours of in-person office hours per course taught.
• This is a part-time temporary, non benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of 12/31/26.

Requirements

• Candidates must have an MS in Physics (or a closely related field such as Applied Physics) before the starting date (August 2026).
• Preferred Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a PhD in Physics and college-level teaching experience beyond the teaching assistant level.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Candidates must have an MS in Physics (or a closely related field such as Applied Physics) before the starting date (August 2026).

Skills

• Qualified candidates will have a PhD in Physics and college-level teaching experience beyond the teaching assistant level.

Benefits

• This is a part-time temporary, non benefit-based position.

Pay

• The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Schedule

• Actual schedule will depend on the needs of the department and the successful candidate's availability.