Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics

Job overview

The Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics role is onsite in Kenosha, WI, beginning in February 2027. Compensation is not specified. The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Carthage College supports introductory physics instruction for students in pre-health and engineering pathways. The faculty member teaches introductory algebra- and calculus-based physics sequences and contributes to student learning through lectures and laboratory instruction. The role supports growing enrollment and the college’s educational mission through effective teaching and attention to students from varied backgrounds.

What you'll do

• Teach introductory algebra- and calculus-based physics sequences
• teach three lectures and one lab section per semester
• teach one course during the January term
• support students from varied backgrounds through effective physics instruction.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

visiting assistant professor

physics

physics & astronomy

undergraduate teaching

laboratory instruction

kenosha wi

carthage college

pre-health pathways

engineering pathways

february 2027 start

master's degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Visiting instructional faculty appointment beginning February 2027; teaching load includes three lectures and one lab section per semester plus one January-term course.

About the employer

Carthage College is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.