Visiting Assistant Professor Physics & Astronomy (Spring Semester - 2027)

Job Summary

Bucknell University’s Department of Physics & Astronomy invites interested candidates to apply for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor (one semester) beginning in January 2027. This position has a teaching load of three courses for the spring semester. We especially value a commitment to inclusive student-oriented pedagogy and attention to the experiences of students from marginalized groups. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or be ABD in physics, astronomy, or a related field by the position's start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses in the spring semester
• Contribute to the inclusive student-oriented pedagogy
• Engage with the diverse student body and faculty

Requirements

• Ph.D. or ABD in physics, astronomy, or a related field by the start date

Qualifications

• Commitment to inclusive student-oriented pedagogy
• Experience with teaching in a diverse setting

Skills

• Strong teaching skills
• Ability to engage with a diverse student body

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
• Outstanding 10% employer contribution to retirement plan
• Tuition remission for self, spouse/spousal equivalent, and children
• A comprehensive employee wellness program
• Parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and use of Bucknell ID card

Pay

The pay for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and determined by role.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit careers.bucknell.edu. Please include a cover letter, C.V., and a statement of teaching philosophy. Candidates that progress through the review process will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references so that confidential letters of recommendation may be obtained. Questions about the position should be emailed to Professor Ben Vollmayr-Lee at bvollmay@bucknell.edu.

The review of applications will begin on September 28, 2026, and continue until filled.

Bucknell University is a private, highly selective, unique national University with complementary programs in the liberal arts and professional programs in engineering, business, education, and music. The Department of Physics & Astronomy is an entirely undergraduate department with 13 tenured and tenure track faculty and support provided by a lab coordinator, an administrative assistant, and two tech support staff. Typically, 8-12 physics majors graduate per year, and our introductory courses are taken by students majoring in all math and science disciplines, all of the students in the College of Engineering, and students from all majors in a liberal arts environment.

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.