Position Summary

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a fixed-term position as an instructor in physics. The central responsibility of this position will be to teach upper-division lab courses, including electronics and optics. A PhD in physics or related field at the time of the start of the position is required, and previous experience teaching upper-division lab courses is required.  The appointment will be for the 2025-2026 academic year; the salary will be based on experience. The appointment is potentially renewable for additional years based on department needs and satisfactory performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Physics or related field

Desired Degree

Doctorate -Physics or related field

Minimum Requirements

A Masters degree in physics or related field at the time of the start of the position is required, and previous experience teaching upper-division lab courses is required.

Desired Qualifications

A Ph.D. in physics or related field at the time of the start of the position is preferred

Required Application Materials

Applications should be submitted through the MSU hiring website (http://careers.msu.edu). Applicants should include:

(1) a cover letter;

(2) a CV including teaching experience;

(3) a one-page statement of teaching experience and philosophy;

(4) a one-page statement of your experience fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in previous professional settings, and how you plan to contribute in these areas at MSU as part of this position; and

(5) the names and contact information for three references, who may be contacted.

Please include all information in a single PDF file. 

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin on July 8, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled; all applications received by this date will receive full consideration.

Questions may be directed to Stuart Tessmer (tessmer@msu.edu). 

Review of Applications Begins On

07/08/2025

Website

https://pa.msu.edu/

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