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Adjunct Faculty, Physics

Employer
Governors State University
Location
University Park, IL

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Science & Technology, Physical Sciences
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Position TypeAdjunctClassification TitleAdjunct Faculty, PhysicsPosition's Functional TitleAdjunct Faculty, PhysicsPosition Start Date01/01/2018Position End Date (if temporary)Position Summary

Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our Physics program during AY 17-18. The major responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member are to teach Physics courses. Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above programs are for undergraduate, graduates, or a combination of both. Adjunct faculty should be able to support their course(s) online and use appropriate software tools. Please visit www.govst.edu/cas for more information about the programs and courses offered for undergraduates and graduates.

Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of reference or letters of recommendation for consideration.

At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not tenure-track, not a part of the faculty bargaining unit, and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Physics or Ph.D. in Physics with teaching experience.The desired candidate(s) need(s) to have the ability to teach courses at the upper-division.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior Teaching Experience at the graduate level.

Posting Date12/17/2017Closing Date05/31/2018Open Until FilledYesPosting NumberFA0175PType of SearchExternalQuicklink for Postinghttp://employment.govst.edu/postings/3226Employee IDDepartmentSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Master's Degree in Physics?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • Doctorate Degree
    • ABD
  3. * Do you have experience teaching at the college/university level?
    • yes
    • no
  4. * Experience teaching in online/hybrid delivery?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Please select your availability to teach.
    • Days only
    • Evenings only
    • Weekends only
    • Days and Evenings only
    • Days, Evenings and Weekends
    • Evenings and Weekends only
    • Online only
Required DocumentsRequired Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Transcripts
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Letter of Recommendation
  3. Other
  4. Other2
  5. Other3
  6. Other4

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Working at Governors State University

Success by Degrees

GSU is an “island of excellence,” according to Dr. Martha J. Kanter, Under Secretary of the United States Department of Education. With bold, new initiatives, 23 bachelor’s, 27 master’s, and five doctoral degree programs, GSU excels at providing the quality education that is essential for success in today’s world.

Success by Opportunity

GSU’s exemplary efforts bring unequalled education opportunities to the region’s diverse population. The university is remarkably inclusive and serves students from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. The student body, like the faculty and staff, reflect a rich blend of ideas, perspectives, talents, and life experiences.

Success by Innovation

GSU, expanding on its commitment to excellence and reflecting the best research on student success, will become a full-service university with the admission of its inaugural freshman class in 2014. The groundbreaking Dual Degree Program encourages community college students to complete both an associate and bachelor’s degree at an affordable tuition rate and with comprehensive academic advising.

Success by Commitment

GSU is committed to serving as the region’s public square and making the community stronger through programs and partnerships in education, healthcare, government, and business. The Center for Performing Arts and Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park integrate arts and education. The university is also fully committed to sustainability through its alternative energy and conservation efforts.

Success by Excellence

GSU, the only public university in the Chicago Southland region, is a national model in providing education pathways that lead its graduates to lives rich in purpose, commitment, and contribution.

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