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Lecturer of Physics

The Gupta College of Science at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for the position of Lecturer of Physics in the Department of Physics and Engineering Science to begin August 16, 2024. This position is renewable with benefits.

Applicants qualified with a Master’s degree including 18 hours in Physics and/or Astronomy, or a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or related field are encouraged to apply. We seek an individual with a commitment to quality undergraduate education and with knowledge of current effective educational practices. The position will be primarily focused on introductory level physics and/or astronomy, with the opportunity to teach courses beyond the introductory level. Demonstrated success with remote teaching and learning would be beneficial.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,000 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

Coastal Carolina University is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

To apply, please visit http://jobs.coastal.edu and submit a letter of interest, an updated curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of teaching philosophy that describes specifics of what a typical class session would look like to an outside observer, Transcripts and contact information for three professional references. At least one reference must be able to address the applicant’s teaching ability. Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Nicholas Harmon ([email protected]).

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Required Qualifications
Must have completed 18 graduate hours in the relevant discipline, hold a
master’s degree or meet the established alternative qualifications, and
exhibit strong potential for excellence in teaching. Maintain currency in
academic discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or related field
Licensure and/or Certification
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Additional comments regarding this position
Mental Demands Analytical and Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Constant Interruptions, Customer Contact, Detailed Work, Language, Math, Multiple Concurrent Tasks, Reading (documents or instruments), Reasoning, Stress, Verbal Communication, Written Communication