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Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs · 2 months ago

Physics Adjunct Pool-Academic Year 2025-2026

Portland, OR

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Portland State University is a comprehensive public university that seeks to provide a quality liberal education. The Department of Physics is inviting applications for adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in core areas of physics, particularly in astronomy.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Physics

Teach PH 361 General Astronomy

Qualification

B.S. in Applied PhysicsTeaching experience in astronomyM.S.Ph.D. in AstronomyPh.D. in PhysicsCultural competencyEnvironmental stewardship

Required

B.S. in Applied Physics (or closely related field) for 100-300 level courses

Previous teaching experience in astronomy at college/university level

Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences

Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds

Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement

Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff