The Department of Physics at the University of West Florida (UWF) in Pensacola, Florida, invites applications for two full-time, nine-month Instructor positions (Position #129470 and 128780) starting August 2025. Applicants must have a Master’s degree or higher in Physics or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment. The department seeks applicants who have a strong commitment to teaching with enthusiasm in innovative teaching methods for labs and lectures, including high impact practices and distance learning teaching. Responsibilities include teaching four undergraduate course sections each fall and spring semester (lecture and/or lab sections), including but not limited to lower division physics lectures and labs, mentoring students in the department and performing service activities that contribute to the success of department and the mission of the university.
Job Location: University of West Florida Pensacola Campus
Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Anticipated Start Date: August 2025
Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
Responsibilities:
Teach four undergraduate course sections in Physics each fall and spring semester across the curriculum. Mentor students in department. Serve on university, college, and department committees, participate in community engagement activities aligned to the department’s priorities and consistent with partnership of local school districts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in Physics or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment with a strong commitment to teaching and service
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Physics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution,
good communication skills,
strong commitment to teaching and student success
have familiarity with distance learning teaching,
knowledge of high impact practices and evidence-based teaching,
ability to teach lower-division introductory physics courses and labs
Application Instructions:
Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu by searching for either position number
Letter of application addressing interest in the position and qualifications for the position
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy
Statement of research interests and plans including how your research will support undergraduate and graduate students.
Three letters of recommendation
The preferred response date for this position will be January 15, 2025.
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 1-850-474-2694 (voice) or 1-850-857-6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
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