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AD691 - Department of Physics Adjunct Faculty Position

The Department of Physics at Norfolk State University seeks candidates for an adjunct faculty position in Physics, beginning August 13, 2025. The Department offers courses in Introductory Physics with and without calculus, and Physical Science.

This position is being announced as an Open Until Filled Recruitment. This position was opened on July 2, 2025 and will remain open for the five consecutive workdays minimum posting requirement.

Job Description: The successful candidate will: 1. Teach undergraduate Physics and Physical Science courses. 2. Teach laboratories for physics and physical science students. 3. Hold office hours and attend departmental meetings.

Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate must: 1. Possess an earned B.S. in Physics or a closely related field. 2. Possess an earned M.S. in Physics or a closely related field. 3. Have above average skills in communication and be committed to teaching excellence.

Additional Considerations: Preferred qualifications 1. An earned Ph.D. or a candidate for a Ph.D. in Physics. 2. Teaching Experience. 3. Track record of successful teaching and scholarship.

Special Instructions: You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Application and/or rsum for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or rsums will not be accepted. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. EEO Statement Norfolk State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.