Asst. Professor - Physics jobs in Arizona

Do you have a passion for Physics and want to share it with students who are excited to be in your classroom? UAT needs you!

Who We Are:

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) is an elite intimate private college in Tempe, AZ focused on educating students in advancing technology who desire to innovate in the areas of emerging technology disciplines including Advancing Computer Science, Information Security, Game and New Media technologies.

Living on campus, students are surrounded by a true living-learning technology environment that incubates their ideas into innovations that students can patent and take to market. Students must create an innovation project to graduate.

We are an entrepreneurial, results-oriented company recognized for delivering high standards of innovation and service. As an organization designed to change the lives of some of the brightest young minds, we rely on the excellence of every member of our family to continuously exceed our own standards and our students’ expectations.

The Role:

UAT is seeking an exciting physics professor who can engage students in applying their knowledge of physics and science to advancing technology projects. UAT is searching for an addition to its astounding team of General Education faculty. We are a tight-knit crew dedicated to using our knowledge and professional skills to guide every college student towards the goals of being ethical, globally-minded professionals who value innovation and community and can articulate their skills in all venues.

If you love physics and have a passion for education, not only as an educator but as a mentor, UAT is the place for you! You must have a master’s degree in any area of physics or science, and also be capable of developing courses and teaching at all levels of the undergraduate experience. An exemplary UAT instructor can relate their knowledge while guiding our students to discover their own passion for discovery in a technologically diverse learning environment. Candidates with additional credentials in Computer Programming or Mathematics will be given priority consideration, although this is not essential for hire.

Don't have teaching experience - that's where we come in. UAT's team of faculty and staff will work with you as you:

Essential Duties:

• Facilitation of Physics courses
• Development of Physics courses
• Mentorship of technology-driven students in a fast-paced, innovative academic environment
• Facilitation of applied projects in technology-focused classroom
• Development and facilitation of course materials and instructional techniques that strive for relevance in an increasingly tech-driven world

Educational Requirements:

• Master's degree in physics or relevant program with 18 credit hours in physics required; doctoral degree preferred
• 3 years relevant experience

Pedagogy:

UAT's Synchronic Learning model is designed especially for students of advancing technology. Tailored to both undergraduate and graduate students, Synchronic Learning provides an education framework that prepares superior graduates to become tomorrow’s innovators. This model embodies UAT’s methodologies, curricula, and people dedicated to fostering an environment of innovation that promotes demonstrated mastery and job readiness. An integral part of this framework is SyncFlex, a flexible learning approach with an emphasis on mentored education that provides real project experience to cultivate superior graduates.

Important Notes:

Location Requirements: This is not a remote position. Candidates must be willing and able to work at the Tempe, AZ campus

Adjunct Pay for In-Person Class: up to $3,000 per class

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

UAT does not sponsor foreign visas. Thank you for your understanding.