Physics Instructional Staff

Position Details

The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa (UT) invites applications for a Physics Instructional Staff position. This full-time, 12-month position starting in August 2023 reports to the Dean of the College of Natural and Health Sciences, will be directed by the Department Chair and Associate Chair, and is annually renewable upon performance.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach 16-20 contact hours total over the academic year, corresponding to 8-10 labs, and possibly some summer courses, as part of the Physics program within the Department.  Primary instructional responsibilities will be teaching General Physics labs, both algebra and calculus based.

Staff responsibilities include and may not be limited to the following:

1. Ordering and budgetary tracking of laboratory supplies and maintaining an inventory for physics courses.  The successful candidate will coordinate and facilitate equipment and supply purchasing for department courses including:

·       determination of item availability and pricing

·       coordination and tracking of shipping for all ordered items

·       verification of order accuracy and end-user satisfaction prior to processing payment of invoices

·       tracking of departmental expenditures and coordination with department’s staff assistant, chair, and associate chair to maintain departmental budget records

2. Setting up weekly lab equipment.

3. Maintaining lecture demonstration equipment.

4. Assisting with and maintaining the Department’s 8-inch telescopes and observing equipment.

5. Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.

The successful candidate will have:

1. A Masters’ degree or above in physics or related field.

2. Prior teaching experience (preferred).

3. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work smoothly with a diverse group of faculty and students.

4. Proficiency in handling laboratory equipment.

5. Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa software programs such as Workday and Microsoft Office.

6. Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based primarily undergraduate institution of almost 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is situated on a 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa’s central dynamic business district. The Tampa Bay area is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.  UT reflects this vibrancy; with 23 consecutive years of enrollment growth, UT features 229 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 140 countries, and “Top Tier” ranking in U.S. News and World Report .

Required Attachments

All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

1.  Cover Letter

2.  Curriculum Vitae

3.  Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4.  Name and Contact Information of References

5. Copy of Graduate Transcript

Reference Letters

Three reference letters from external providers are required.  Please have the reference provider email the reference letter to [email protected] to include your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line.

Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2023.

Inquiries about the position can be addressed to: [email protected]

The University of Tampa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of Tampa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  The University seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to facilitate intercultural awareness and understanding.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission.  Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.

Additional Information

This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.