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Macricostas School of Arts & Sciences Biology Physics Adjunct Teaching Position Spring 2025

Western Connecticut State University   Danbury, CT   Full-time     Education
Posted on October 24, 2024

Western Connecticut State University

Macricostas School of Arts & Sciences

Biology – Physics

Adjunct Teaching Position Spring 2025 

Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for part-time adjunct teaching positions in the Biology department in the disciplines of Physics and Meteorology. Specifically for part-time teaching positions for the upcoming Spring 2025 semester as well as for future semesters

WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

The Macricostas School of Arts and Sciences is home to nine (9) departments, 16 undergraduate majors and four graduate programs, and offers a variety of ways for students to further their education. Physics and Meteorology courses are part of The department of Biology, www.wcsu.edu/biology/ and housed in the state-of-the-art science building on the Midtown Campus www.wcsu.edu. For more information, visit www.wcsu.edu/physics/ 

The assignment(s) we are recruiting for include lecture and lab for PHY 120/121 General Physics I and II. This course is appropriate for students majoring in life science, pre-medicine, and other related disciplines. We are also interested in individuals interested in teaching calculus-based Physics courses (PHY110/111) and upper-level Atmospheric Physics and instrumentation courses. These courses specifically address the needs of physical science students interested in climate and atmospheric sciences. These classes typically consist of 3 hours of lecture, 2 hours lab, and 1 hour of recitation for a total of six (6) hours weekly in-class teaching (six (6) load credits) but can also include small independent study groups.

Qualifications: Master's degree or Ph.D. in physics, engineering, or a closely related science. Candidates must be able to teach in-person on-campus (this is not a remote teaching opportunity).

Salary & Benefits: The current minimum starting salary is $2,026 per load credit (or a minimum of $6,078 for a single 3 credit course). Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/. Part-time faculty at WCSU are represented by the American Association of University Professors. WCSU is within walking distance of the Danbury station on the Metro North train. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, and a criminal history record check.

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a current curriculum vita, a brief statement of interest, and the names and contact information for two (2) professional references as one Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) file to Theodora Pinou, Ph.D., Biology Department Chair via email at: pinout@wcsu.edu. Please use the following Email Subject: Your First and Last Names, WCSU Physics Adjunct Instructor Position. Application review will begin immediately. Application materials will be kept on file for future vacancies.

Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer