Pro Tem Instructor (Physics) - Open Pool

University of Oregon Eugene, United States
Lecturer / Teaching 13 Dec 2026

About the position

Pro Tem Instructor (Physics) - Open Pool

Department: CAS Physics

Rank: Instructor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications should include:

  • A current CV.
  • Names and contact information for three professional references.

Candidates will be notified prior to references being
contacted.

Department Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual hub of
the University of Oregon, serving nearly two-thirds of all
students. Home to more than 800 faculty across 50+ departments and
programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences,
CAS is a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic community. Our
faculty and advisors work closely with students to develop critical
thinking, analytical reasoning, and clear communication skills to
address real-world challenges. CAS staff and managers are integral
to this work, playing vital roles in supporting academic excellence
and advancing the mission of both the College and the
University.

The Department of Physics is an instructional and research
department within the College of Arts and Sciences that supports
significant research activities in a wide range of fields in the
Physics discipline. The department includes approximately 35
teaching faculty in addition to emeritus faculty, research staff,
graduate students, and professional/administrative staff. The
department enrolls approximately 2,000 students per term, with
approximately 200 undergraduate Physics majors and 100 graduate
students.

More information about the Department of Physics may be found by
visiting the department website at http://physics.uoregon.edu.

Position Summary

The Department of Physics seeks to establish a pool of qualified
applicants for temporary instructional positions. Pro Tem
Instructors may teach lower-division foundational physics courses
as well as select upper-division courses, based on departmental
needs and the qualifications of the Pro Tem Instructor.

Positions are limited duration appointments, potentially renewable
up to a total of three years, based on programmatic need, funding,
and performance. Screening of applications will take place as
positions become available and continue until positions are
filled.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's degree in Physics or related field.
  • Experience teaching in Physics or related field.

Professional Competencies

  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students

from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

  • Ability to contribute to institutional diversity, equity, and

inclusion efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D in physics or related field.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint
procedures are listed
here.

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services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is
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online.

To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536867

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