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Kennesaw State University

Lecturer of Physics

Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156

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Lecturer of Physics Location

Kennesaw, Georgia Employment Type

Regular; Full‑Time Job ID

293132 About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro‑Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia’s largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high‑impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie‑designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world‑class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Location Details

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information

The Department of Physics engages students through a student‑centered, research‑driven curriculum, where students are actively involved in high‑impact research addressing significant global issues. With a personalized approach, our program fosters the creation of new knowledge and the development of critical thinking and scientific problem‑solving skills for our graduates to excel in top‑tier graduate programs and the STEM workforce. Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full‑time, non‑tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of Physics in the Department of Physics with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine‑month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities

Teach calculus and non‑calculus based introductory physics lectures, recitations, and laboratories. Service to the department, college or university related to instruction, pedagogy, and/or student success. Required Qualifications

A minimum of a Master’s degree, or the foreign equivalent, in a discipline related to Physics or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications

Experience with current evidence‑based instructional practices. Experience teaching online or hybrid courses. Required Documents to Attach

CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts and official international course‑by‑course evaluations due upon hire) Statement of teaching philosophy including how you will advance student success at KSU Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by February 1, 2026. Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact David Garofalo at dgarofal@kennesaw.edu. Technical Support

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or support@usg.edu. General Faculty Questions

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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