Adjunct Faculty, Physics

NU USA Northeastern University

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Oakland, CA Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 19, 2026 Last posted May 19, 2026
Job description

About the Opportunity

The Department of Physics in the College of Science at Northeastern University invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions at the Oakland campus. These appointments are contingent upon enrollment, available funding, and departmental needs, with anticipated start dates in the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Adjunct Faculty will teach undergraduate Physics courses, contribute to departmental activities, administer student assessments, and maintain regular office hours to support student success.


Instruction for two or more of the following courses will be delivered in-person: PHYS 1151, PHYS 1152, PHYS 1153, PHYS 1155, PHYS 1156, and PHYS 1157.

The per-credit rate as of January 1, 2026 is $2,435.76.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

$2,435.76 per credit
About this role

Summary

Teach undergraduate physics courses, contribute to departmental activities, assess students, support student success.

Job title

Adjunct Faculty, Physics

Experience level

Industry

education

Location requirements

must be in Oakland, CA, no remote work allowed

Salary

$2,435.76 per credit

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

teaching physicsundergraduate instruction

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

physics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Oakland, CA, USA

On-site City