Assistant Teaching Professor

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor

Compensation:

$58,000-$65,000

Department:

Physics & Astronomy

Start Date:

08/21/2026

About this opportunity:

An Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics faculty position is available starting August 2026. The successful application will be teaching primarily introductory courses for non-majors, though other courses may be needed as determined by the department chair and will participate in departmental service-related activities.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be expected to teach full-time (12 credit hours) lecture and laboratory courses primarily in the areas of introductory physics and astronomy.

The successful applicant will contribute intellectual and professional service to the department at a level associated with contract-faculty-positions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, physics education, or related discipline from an accredited institution by date of appointment.

• Teaching experience at the college level, which may include typical graduate assistantship assignments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching introductory physics and/or astronomy courses for majors, non-majors, and/or pre-service elementary education majors.
• Effective communication skills in classroom and laboratory settings.

How to apply:

Search Committee Chair, Dr. John Millis, [email protected]

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Interest

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 30th, 2026. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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