Adjunct Faculty-Physics

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Job Description:

GENERA STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Physics Department seeks applications for a part-time faculty
member to teach algebra-based introductory physics II and the
associated lab. This adjunct position would be for one semester.
The instructor must have a combination of education and
professional experience and expertise in the subject area.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver instruction appropriate to the topic, course

description, agreed-upon learning outcomes, academic level, and
student audience.

• Submit syllabi, grades, and other reports on time.
• Communicate effectively with students and faculty in the

department.

• Provide assistance to students by appointment.

Requirements:

• Experience commensurate with course topics.
• Master's degree or higher in a related field is required.
• Previous teaching experience at the college level is strongly

preferred.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, temporary position with the MSCA union. This
position is for one semester with the opportunity for
renewal.

Salary for this position is $1,166-$2,549 per credit. Pay is based
on number of semesters previously taught at MCLA. Position starts
on January 20, 2026.

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation,
issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the
entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not
eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to
qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you
need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application
process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human
Resources.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to
fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and
inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular
and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and
employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin,
age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status,
veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the
basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they
operate, which extends to admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other
non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title
IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of
the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Lucas Morrill

Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator

375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247

Telephone: (413) 662-5103

Titleix@mcla.edu

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights

33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424

Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877)
521-2172

OCR.Boston@ed.gov

Application Instructions:

Applicants should electronically submit an online application,
cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Questions should be directed via email to the Department
Chair:

Dr. Kebra Ward

Kebra.Ward@mcla.edu