Adjunct Faculty – Physics / Astronomy

Job no: 55000137
Position type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Radford
Division/Equivalent: Academic Affairs
School/Unit: Provost-E&G
Department/Office: Science & Technology
Categories: Instructional / Teaching Faculty, Academic Affairs

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Title: Adjunct Faculty – Physics / Astronomy

Application Review Date: On-going Review

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Position responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Introductory Physics, General Astronomy, or Physical Science, or associated areas of expertise. Adjunct faculty may be expected to teach lectures and/or labs for assigned courses. Most courses will be in person, though online courses occasionally may be offered.


Adjunct faculty hold appointments, as defined by their letter of appointment, without eligibility for tenure; where authorized by the Dean, adjunct appointments may be renewed. Adjunct faculty appointments do not guarantee a course assignment.

Required Qualifications

All faculty must hold at least a Master’s degree in the field/discipline in which they are teaching, with 18 hours of coursework related to the course(s) being taught. In some cases, subject to approval by the Provost, a faculty member may be recommended for appointment based on substitution of significant experience for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master’s degree or higher Physics, Astronomy, or related field.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a current CV, including teaching experience and interests. Unofficial transcripts of post-secondary coursework and contact information for professional references.

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 

Months per Year: 

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: Based on courses taught per semester

Employee Classification: Part-time Teaching

Department: Physics, Department of

Salary: Based on credit hours per semester

Department Contact Name: Laura Angell

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5515

Department Contact Email: langell@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.

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