Lecturer of Physical Sciences

Lecturer of Physical Sciences

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your
application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

• The required
  documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.
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Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of
Lecturer of Physical Sciences within the department of Physical and Life Sciences (PaLS) beginning fall 2026. The Lecturer of Physical
Sciences will have a background in a branch of applied physics with a specialization in any of the following fields: astrophysics,
atmospheric sciences, physical chemistry, geophysics, physical oceanography, or related fields.

About the Department of Physical
and Life Sciences at Nevada State:

The selected faculty candidate will join a dynamic and interdisciplinary team, supporting
Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Human Health Sciences. We value excellence in teaching and
hope to find a colleague with an interest and potential to participate in interdisciplinary opportunities in curriculum development and
research among faculty and students.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving
public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a
diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander
Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State
University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2024, the enrollment surpassed 7,500, with 7,464 undergraduate
students and 85 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning
students, of which 41% are Hispanic, 13% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% are Black/African American, 22% are White, and 6% are
multiracial.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve
the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students,
staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order
to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the
evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are
passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a
lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an
inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Primary
Responsibilities:

• This is a 9-month appointment assigned 24 credits per academic year, which equates to approximately 12 credit
  hours in the fall semester and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. A 3-credit release is provided for the first year.
• Teach
  lower- and upper-level courses in Physics, GIS, Environmental Regulations, Geology, and/or Astronomy with the potential to develop courses
  in an area of specialization that may complement other degrees in the department in a mostly in-person format.
• Create a culture of
  inclusive learning. Faculty at Nevada State put our students' needs at the forefront of curriculum design and classroom experiences. This
  includes classroom policies, management, and pedagogical practices that amplify the shared cultural capital of our diverse student body and
  acknowledge their lived experience. Faculty maintain a learning environment that actively avoids racism, sexism, ableism, and discrimination
  due to sexual orientation. This is an equally shared responsibility irrespective of the identity of the faculty member.
• Engage in
  institutional service. This may involve contributing to the development of programmatic goals and shared self-governance on campus in a
  variety of roles. For example, faculty may serve in faculty senate positions, contribute to curriculum design, advise on policy development,
  and/or participate in program assessment.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Required
Qualifications:

• M.S. or terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) in Physics, Astronomy, or other field related to Physical Sciences.
  (Candidates who are ABD will be considered with the expectation that the terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) will be completed by July 31, 2026).
  
• Evidence of strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduates.
• Demonstrated commitment to a
  diverse, non-traditional, first-generation student population.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada
  State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the
time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of instructional
  effectiveness at the college/university level.
• Commitment to active/experiential learning.
• Experience or interest in
  developing curriculum at the university level.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential.

Rank, Salary &
Benefits:

9-month. Non-tenure track. Budgeted salary for this position is commensurate with experience. Nevada State University
offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational
benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings
accounts.

This Posting is Open Until Filled

The posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of
applications to begin on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by April 27 for full
consideration.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

Nevada State University employees or employees within
the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday
to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box
which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process,
your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your
application the only attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional
required attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after
you submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to
attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at apply@nevadastate.edu.

Please upload the following documents:

• Detailed CV or resume listing relevant
  qualifications and experience;
• Letter of interest indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State
  University;
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy;
• Names and contact information of three references, at least one of whom can
  speak to your teaching ability (you will be notified before references are contacted).

The search committee may ask for more
materials at later stages in the application process.

Throughout your application materials, we encourage you to highlight your
background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher
education.

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close
Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference
to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial
review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This
position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring
process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related
tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without
sponsorship.

Nevada State University

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