Assistant professor of physics part time jobs

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At UC Blue Ash, we value the wide-ranging experiences and perspectives of those in our community, as well as the individual talents of our students, faculty and staff. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award, and, in 2025, earned national recognition for student opportunity and success, being named Opportunity Colleges and Universities, a distinction awarded to institutions that serve as national models for advancing student success. Job Overview The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science (MPCS) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Physics, intended to begin August 15, 2026. Expectations for this position include consistently delivering effective teaching, incorporating pedagogical strategies to improve student learning, and contributing to the advancement of teaching through professional activities. The Department of Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science (MPCS) has 31 full-time faculty members, including six teaching physics. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue their education. Essential Functions * Teach physics courses as assigned by the academic unit head. These courses may include but not be limited to Concepts in Physics, Introductory Physics, Algebra-based General Physics, Calculus based College Physics, Introductory Astronomy, Sustainable Energy and associated labs. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Instructors are required to teach in-person classes, which may include evening courses. Some classes may also be offered with online, hybrid or hyflex options. Class sizes normally range from 15-30 students. * Use the university course management system (Canvas) and other relevant classroom technologies. * Hold regular office hours to meet with students. * Engage in physics and/or physics education research and other professional activities, which may include but are not limited to attending workshops/seminars/conferences, presenting at workshops/seminars/conferences, and publishing articles in regional, national and international peer reviewed journals. * Participate in service such as committee service, academic advising, and other activities that enhance the mission of the Department, College, University and/or contribute to Community Service. Minimum Requirements Prior to the effective date of the appointment, both of the following are required: * Master's degree in Physics, Physics Education, or related field. * One (1) academic year of teaching experience in physics at the College/University level, which could have been as a teaching assistant, adjunct, or full-time faculty. Application Process Applicants must apply online to Requisition 100216 at jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must electronically submit the following to their application: * A curriculum vitae, * A cover letter which describes in detail how the educational background and experience of the candidate make him/her highly qualified for the position, * A statement of teaching experience and philosophy, * A copy of graduate transcripts, * A list of at least three (3) references, including complete contact information, who can address the candidate's qualifications for this position, with at least one (1) that can address the candidate's teaching experience. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 10, 2026, but the position will remain open until it is filled. UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include: Tuition Remission As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS). Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time - pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days). Additional Benefits Include: * Competitive salary range of $63,000 - $66,000 based on experience * Professional development & mentorship opportunities * University employee discount program To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at ******************************* UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: *************************************************************** Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at ***********. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 100216 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE Assistant Professor, Physics, UC Blue Ash College Date: Dec 6, 2025 Location: Cincinnati, OH, US Facility: Blue Ash Campus