Posting Details

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Institution
University of South Dakota

Working Title
Physics Adjunct instructor - Sioux Falls area

Posting Number
T00225P

Department
USD-Physics

Physical Location of Position (City)
Sioux Falls

Posting Text

The Department of Physics, at the University of South Dakota (USD), invites applications for a part-time Adjunct faculty to instruct courses at USD Sioux Falls campus (located at 4801 N Career Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57107). Specific courses and sessions currently being sought are:
* PHYS 185/185L Solar System Astronomy + Lab (4 credits total) Fall 2024
* PHYS 187/187L Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology ( 4 credits total) Spring 2025

These descriptive courses introduce students to 1) solar system astronomy, with emphasis on the development of astronomy, optical instruments and techniques, and solar system objects and 2) stellar astronomy, with emphasis on stars, nebulae, galaxies, and cosmology. Both courses meet System General Education Requirement: SGR #6, and qualify for High School Dual Credit: HSDC

Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in Physics, or a master's degree in a related field with at least 18 credit hours of relevant Physics coursework. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Please submit a CV and provide the names/contact of a professional reference.

This position is compensated per course, with a basic Master's-prepared rate of $5600 per 4-credit course or a Ph.D.-prepared rate of $6800 per 4-credit course. Should these courses be low-enrolled, salary may be negotiated based on break-even rates.

Posting Date
04/19/2022

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
04/26/2022

Advertised Salary
commensurate with qualifications

Duration of the Term
Other

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contract issued every semester

Appointment Percent
.27 FTE

Proposed Rank

Work Hours

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Appointment Type
Temporary

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard toideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

Yongchen Sun, Chair
Department of Physics
University of South Dakota
Akeley-Lawrence Science Center 117C
(605) 677-5063
Yongchen.Sun@usd.edu

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Curriculum Vitae

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