Instructor of Physics
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The University of South Carolina Upstate is a positive, diverse, and empowering institution for motivated, success-minded students who want to be challenged academically, supported personally, and pushed to the boundaries of their potential in an opportunity-rich environment. Because the University of South Carolina Upstate is proud of its student body, we seek to attract a diverse applicant pool.
The Department of Natural Sciences and Engineering in the College of Science and Technology invites qualified candidates to submit applications for Instructor of Physics. This is a non-tenure track, 9-month position with a start date of August 16, 2025. The selected candidate will teach a 5-5 load that includes introductory physics and/or physical science lectures and laboratories. Assigned courses may include all levels from conceptual general education for non-majors up to calculus-based physics, depending on departmental need. Additional duties will include advising undergraduate students, serving on university committees, actively supporting unit initiatives, and may include laboratory preparation and coordination.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Physics or a closely related field is required by the start date of the appointment. A successful background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with at least one year of experience as the instructor of record in physics or a closely related discipline, including graduate assistantships and contingent (part-time) faculty appointments, are preferred.
For a complete job description and to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/176967.
Contact: Dr. Andrew Leonardi
Department of Natural Sciences and Engineering
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Email: leonardj@uscupstate.edu
Phone: (864) 503-5708
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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