Adjunct Instructor - Department of Physics

Position Summary:

The Department of Physics at Duquesne University is seeking applications for an adjunct instructor position to teach in person a section of algebra-based general physics for undergraduate students with majors predominantly in the health and life sciences. Openings available for fall 2025 and beyond.

Responsibilities:

• Teach one section of the course per semester in person.
• Develop and deliver engaging lectures.
• Assess student performance through assignments and exams.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Collaborate with department faculty to ensure curriculum alignment.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in a STEM discipline.

Experience teaching general physics at college or AP high-school level.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Enthusiasm for working with students with no previous exposure to physics.

Preferred Attributes:

Familiarity with applications of physics to health is a plus.

Contact:

For any questions or additional information, contact Simonetta Frittelli, Department Chair, frittelli@duq.edu

Alternately, the applicants may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• Contact information for at least two professional references.
• Sample syllabus of classes taught and teaching evaluations would be considered

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.