Faculty Posting Details
Position Information Requisition Number: F02753 Department: Physics Working Title: Temporary Part-Time Faculty Physics Unsolicited Classification: Instructor - 24900
Position Summary Information Nature of position: Temporary part-time Posting Detail Information Job Summary Basic Function: Join Our Team at Millersville University The Department of Physics is accepting applications for Temporary Part-time Instructors to teach assigned undergraduate physics lecture and/or laboratory courses and fulfilling related professional responsibilities. Course preparation, assessment, grading, and student support are included in the duties.
Duties include:
The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as-needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.
A complete application will include:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.
Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.
Salary and Benefits Position Salary Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:
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Why Millersville Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvanias State System of Higher Education. We are known for:
Our Mission & Values At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion. We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Equal Opportunity for All Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HRLR/Documents/APSCUF_July2019-June2023.pdf.
Duties and Responsibilities Teach assigned undergraduate physics courses, lecture and/or lab, as scheduled by the department. Prepare and deliver instruction, assess student learning, hold office hours, and submit grades in accordance with University policies. Courses may include algebra-based or calculus-based introductory physics, astronomy, and associated laboratories as needed.
Part-time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week at a minimum of twenty-five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught at such days, times, and locations as will accommodate the needs of the students. This position requires in-person instruction on Millersville Universitys campus, lecture and/or laboratory, and may include limited online components as assigned. This position is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes. For details, please see The CBA Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities, p. 27.
Continuing Scholarly Growth and Professional Development and Service to the University and/or Community In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment. Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty members field of competence.
Performance Review Evaluations Please see the CBA Article 12 Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty, pp. 27-39.
Department Description The Department of Physics at Millersville University offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics and provides essential physics coursework for students across multiple STEM majors. The department emphasizes high-quality teaching, hands-on laboratory experiences, undergraduate research, and inclusive student support in a collaborative learning environment.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Functions Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Work is normally performed in a typical classroom, laboratory, and office environment. Ability to sit or stand while teaching, speak clearly, communicate via writing exceptionally well, understand verbal communication, read and understand verbal messages, use instructional laboratory equipment safely, e.g., power supplies, oscilloscopes, optics equipment, and follow established laboratory safety procedures. Must be able to move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms, and laboratories. Must be able to stoop or bend to pick things up. Must be able to lift, pull, push up to 25 pounds without assistance. Must be able to occasionally lift, pull, push heavier items with assistance. Teach courses face-to-face and online if necessary at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and appropriate instructional technology and equipment. Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction. Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online, and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university, and community. No or very limited exposure to physical risks. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Quicklink for Posting Requisition: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/14347
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