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The Department of Physics at Arizona State University is home to a rich and diverse group of world-class scholars and scientists, dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders and researchers and advancing our understanding of the universe.
We are currently looking for ambitious, creative scientists to join our community in the following areas.
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The Department of Physics in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Instructional Professional beginning in August 2025. The Physics Instructional Resource Team (PIRT) is operating one of the key aspects of the department's academic programs, with particular focus on physics demonstrations and teaching online lab courses. Department of Physics Academic Professionals are part of the Physics Instructional Resource Team (PIRT), a unit that operates and manages the undergraduate physics labs and demos at the ASU Tempe campus.
PIRT is responsible for providing physics demonstrations for lectures, managing laboratory equipment, providing materials to the students for mechanics and electromagnetism lab courses (in-person and online); training and managing TAs for those courses, and contributing to the department's outreach efforts by engaging with students, faculty, and the public.
The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on experimentation and experimental design, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and is passionate about teaching physics concepts through active learning and public engagement. This role requires the ability to manage complex logistical tasks, mentor student workers, and ensure smooth lecture operations while managing an online lab course.
The approximate distribution of effort is Teaching (35 %), Instructional Support (45%), and Service (20%).
To apply, click on the link below:
https://apply.interfolio.com/169222
If you are interested in working as a hourly Teaching Assistant/Grader, please provide the following to Jaya Krishnamurthy at [email protected] . Failure to provide all information will delay employment. These positions do not include tuition benefits.
- Resume
- Hours of availability
- List of physics courses taken
- Disclose if you have a second job on campus. Be sure to include how many hours you're working.