Faculty Part-time (Physics)

Job no: 530388

Position type: Faculty Part Time/Adjunct

Benefit Status: Non-Benefited - Union

Campus: UMass Lowell

Department: Physics and Applied Physics

Salary: See posting section for salary details for adjunct faculty

Applications Open: Oct 19 2026

Applications Close:

General Summary of Position:

The Department of Physics and Applied Physics at University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor to teach a range of classes including calculus-based introductory physics courses for engineers, algebra-based introductory physics courses for life science majors and general science requirement courses for non-STEM majors. The appointment is scheduled to begin in January 2026.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Applicants must have earned a Ph.D degree in physics or closely related discipline

Additional Considerations:

• College Level Teaching Experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to speak and write English clearly.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with Class data management systems (Canvas)
• Familiarity with Online HW platforms

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the Adjunct Faculty salary chart for the rates.

Please include a CV and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.