Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Widener University seeks applicants who have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Teaching will include introductory and upper division courses.
Review of application materials will begin on January 5, 2026. Applicants must submit: a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references. In these materials, provide examples of your experiences with diverse student populations and demonstrate how you could promote an environment of inclusive excellence in our department and in the broader Widener University community through your teaching, scholarship, and service activities. All documents must be submitted electronically (docx or pdf format). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For more information about Widener University and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, see www.widener.edu.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
Essential Duties:
Teaching:
- Teach lecture and laboratory sections for first- and second-year physics majors and non-majors.
- Potential to teach upper-division electives for junior and senior Physics majors.
- Maintain regular weekly office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students enrolled in assigned courses.
Departmental Engagement:
- Participate in weekly departmental faculty meetings focused on departmental operations and planning, faculty development, including pedagogical strategies and student support initiatives.
- While research and committee service are not required, contributions in these areas, alongside demonstrated teaching excellence can support promotion to higher ranks (Associate or Full Professor of Teaching).
Secondary Duties
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, the College of Arts & Sciences, and the University.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):
Required:
- Master’s degree in Physics
- Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate students
Preferred:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:
- Must be available for in-person instruction.
- Ability to stand and move throughout laboratory spaces to supervise students
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
U.S. work authorization is required.
Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.
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