Adjunct Faculty - Physics- AF7010

Job Summary:

The Department of Natural Sciences at Mercy University is seeking a
passionate and experienced Physics instructor to join our adjunct
faculty for the Fall 2025 term. Responsibilities include teaching
one section of Physics for Life Science II and lab (fully
in-person) at our Dobbs Ferry campus.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

The course is an integrated lab and lecture course focusing on
contexts and applications tailored to degree tracks pre-physical
therapy and exercise science. This is an opportunity to join the
School of Health and Natural Sciences with undergraduate programs
in biology, clinical laboratory science, health science,
communication disorders, exercise science, occupational therapy
assistant (AAS degree), and veterinary technology as well as 4
accredited graduate health professional programs (communication
disorders, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and physician
assistant studies).

Salary and rank are competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience. Applicants must send a complete
application consisting of: a cover letter addressing the
applicants’ qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and the names,
addresses, and telephone numbers and email contact for at least
three professional references. The initial review of completed
applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of
this position. It in no way states or implies that the
responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in
this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does
not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is
similar, related, or is an essential function of the
position.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience teaching Introductory Physics for Life Sciences (IPLS)

style lectures and/or laboratories to undergraduate students
strongly preferred.

• Candidates with a record of excellent teaching at the

undergraduate level are strongly preferred.

• Experience with PASCO data collection technologies and software

is strongly preferred.

• Experience with IPLS specific instructional materials, curricula,

and activities is preferred.

• Commitment to working with a diverse population of undergraduate

students.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

required

• Strong computer skills required.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly

with BlackBoard, as well as teleconferencing software, particularly
Zoom and BlackBoard Collaborate, strongly preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Physics or a related discipline, preferred; M.S. in

Physics or a related discipline, required.

Physical/Other Requirements:

• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the

position as per university policies

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York
City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and
graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,
Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and
Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving
Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.
As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy
University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the
country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their
prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino
students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national
leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several
disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.
Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in
Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to
help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To
support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of
federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver
education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York
metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time
undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy
students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan
as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their
families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We
offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the
opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by
offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and
high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to
embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their
lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing
world.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families
with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer
high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University
actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body
that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and
strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,
genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that
persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,
please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839,
Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several
legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.
Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal
work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by
federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming
environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be
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