Remote Physics Faculty Jobs
Remote Physics Faculty jobs are open across higher education, online learning platforms, and educational technology companies, from adjunct and lecturer roles at accredited universities to full-time faculty positions on distributed academic teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Meridial, and William & Mary. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Start Date
January 13, 2027
Listed On
November 10, 2026
Position Type
Part time
Salary
Adjunct Faculty Pay Scale
Job Summary
Adjunct Instructor of Physics, Remote/Online
Responsibilities
- Teach algebra-based General Physics I and II including associated laboratory experiences. Topics in Physics I include principles of mechanics, heat, and thermodynamics. Physics II includes topics in of electricity, sound, light, and magnetism.
- Deliver instruction through the university’s learning management system (Canvas) and maintain an organized, ADA accessible online course environment.
- Facilitate virtual laboratory activities using approved at-home kits, simulations, data analysis tools, and/or remote experimentation platforms.
- Provide regular and substantive interactions with students.
- Evaluate student learning using multiple assessment measures such as homework assignments, laboratory reports, exams, projects, and other assessment methods.
- Complete required course preparation, faculty training, and instructional compliance activities prior to the beginning of each semester. Monitor OPSU email and review the Panhandle Teaching and Learning SharePoint Page for any required trainings and best practices for teaching.
- Use DropOut Detective and APlus Attendance software, both of which are embedded in Canvas, to aid in retention.
- Record all grades in Canvas in a timely manner to ensure students receive proper qualitative and quantitative feedback to make improvements in future assignments.
- Meet all midterm grade, final grade, and departmental assessment submission deadlines.
- Respond to student and university communications within 24 to 48 hours during the workweek.
- Provide timely grading and feedback.
- Foster an inclusive, supportive, and academically rigorous learning environment.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and commitment to student success.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, Physical Science, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Physics. Experience teaching or assisting with college-level physics laboratories preferred. Proficiency with OPSU’s learning management systems, Canvas. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining responsiveness to students and university personnel.
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior online teaching experience at the college or university level. Experience teaching non-major and pre-professional student populations, including pre-engineering, agriculture, biology, or mathematics majors. Experience using online laboratory simulations such as Pivot Interactives, PhET, Labster, Vernier Graphical Analysis, or similar tools. Experience implementing strategies that improve student success, retention, and engagement in STEM courses. Familiarity with accessibility standards, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Quality Matters online instructional best practices.
- Adjunct appointments are contingent upon enrollment, departmental needs, institutional priorities, and available funding. Assignments are made on a semester-by-semester basis and do not guarantee future employment. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and compliance with university policies.
About Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU): OPSU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is the first public Hispanic Serving Institution in Oklahoma. The university is a baccalaureate degree granting institution located in Goodwell, Oklahoma. Rooted in “Progress through Knowledge,” OPSU is committed to promoting excellence in the preparation of students for success in a global community. Our university achieved multiple rankings by the 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings: #3 Best Value Regional Colleges West; #8 Top Public Colleges for the Western Region; and #17 Best Regional Colleges West. U.S New and World Report also recognized OPSU as one of the top ten universities in Oklahoma, standing out of our affordable tuition rates.
Applicant must submit:
- Letter of Application
- Resume
- Three Reference, current addresses and phone numbers
- All unofficial transcripts
- Self- Identification of Disability Form
- Self- Identification of Veterans Form
Start Date
January 13, 2027
Listed On
November 10, 2026
Position Type
Part time
Salary
Adjunct Faculty Pay Scale
Job Summary
Adjunct Instructor of Physics, Remote/Online
Responsibilities
- Teach algebra-based General Physics I and II including associated laboratory experiences. Topics in Physics I include principles of mechanics, heat, and thermodynamics. Physics II includes topics in of electricity, sound, light, and magnetism.
- Deliver instruction through the university’s learning management system (Canvas) and maintain an organized, ADA accessible online course environment.
- Facilitate virtual laboratory activities using approved at-home kits, simulations, data analysis tools, and/or remote experimentation platforms.
- Provide regular and substantive interactions with students.
- Evaluate student learning using multiple assessment measures such as homework assignments, laboratory reports, exams, projects, and other assessment methods.
- Complete required course preparation, faculty training, and instructional compliance activities prior to the beginning of each semester. Monitor OPSU email and review the Panhandle Teaching and Learning SharePoint Page for any required trainings and best practices for teaching.
- Use DropOut Detective and APlus Attendance software, both of which are embedded in Canvas, to aid in retention.
- Record all grades in Canvas in a timely manner to ensure students receive proper qualitative and quantitative feedback to make improvements in future assignments.
- Meet all midterm grade, final grade, and departmental assessment submission deadlines.
- Respond to student and university communications within 24 to 48 hours during the workweek.
- Provide timely grading and feedback.
- Foster an inclusive, supportive, and academically rigorous learning environment.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and commitment to student success.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, Physical Science, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Physics. Experience teaching or assisting with college-level physics laboratories preferred. Proficiency with OPSU’s learning management systems, Canvas. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining responsiveness to students and university personnel.
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior online teaching experience at the college or university level. Experience teaching non-major and pre-professional student populations, including pre-engineering, agriculture, biology, or mathematics majors. Experience using online laboratory simulations such as Pivot Interactives, PhET, Labster, Vernier Graphical Analysis, or similar tools. Experience implementing strategies that improve student success, retention, and engagement in STEM courses. Familiarity with accessibility standards, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Quality Matters online instructional best practices.
- Adjunct appointments are contingent upon enrollment, departmental needs, institutional priorities, and available funding. Assignments are made on a semester-by-semester basis and do not guarantee future employment. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and compliance with university policies.
About Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU): OPSU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is the first public Hispanic Serving Institution in Oklahoma. The university is a baccalaureate degree granting institution located in Goodwell, Oklahoma. Rooted in “Progress through Knowledge,” OPSU is committed to promoting excellence in the preparation of students for success in a global community. Our university achieved multiple rankings by the 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings: #3 Best Value Regional Colleges West; #8 Top Public Colleges for the Western Region; and #17 Best Regional Colleges West. U.S New and World Report also recognized OPSU as one of the top ten universities in Oklahoma, standing out of our affordable tuition rates.
Applicant must submit:
- Letter of Application
- Resume
- Three Reference, current addresses and phone numbers
- All unofficial transcripts
- Self- Identification of Disability Form
- Self- Identification of Veterans Form
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote physics faculty jobs.
- Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field required
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed research publications in a recognized subfield
- Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate physics courses
- Ability to develop and maintain an externally funded independent research program
- Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation, simulation software, or computational tools relevant to the subfield
- Potential or demonstrated success in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
Tips for Your Remote Physics Faculty Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote physics faculty openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that require on-site work.
Show async teaching competency upfront
Remote physics faculty hiring committees want evidence you can run a course without real-time supervision. Include links to recorded lectures, Canvas or Blackboard course shells you've built, or rubrics you designed for asynchronous lab reports directly in your application materials.
Highlight online lab design experience
Lab instruction is the hardest part of physics to move online, so candidates who can point to virtual lab tools they've used, like PhET simulations or PASCO Capstone, stand out immediately in remote searches. Name the specific platform and what students actually did.
Prepare for an asynchronous interview round
Many remote institutions use one-way video interviews or recorded teaching demonstrations before a live interview. Practice delivering a five-minute physics explanation clearly on camera without an audience, and frame each answer for someone reading a transcript rather than watching live.
Remote Physics Faculty Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote physics faculty job?
Remote physics faculty roles go to candidates who can teach and assess students without in-person oversight, so demonstrating strong asynchronous communication and self-directed course management matters more than it does on campus. Employers screen for experience with learning management systems, the ability to design engaging online lab components, and a record of student outcomes in virtual settings. Recording a sample lecture and sharing a syllabus built for async delivery gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote physics facultys?
Employers currently hiring remote physics facultys include Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Meridial, and William & Mary, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote physics faculty roles are most common at fully online universities, hybrid community colleges, and educational technology companies that run accredited or continuing-education programs on distributed teams.
Can you get a remote physics faculty job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level physics faculty roles are harder to land because you're expected to manage a fully online course without on-site support from day one. Online tutoring platforms and continuing-education providers are the most accessible entry points. Showing a recorded lesson, a sample course module, or a teaching portfolio built around digital tools can substitute for a formal teaching record and open doors.
Do you need a degree for remote physics faculty jobs?
Usually, yes. Most accredited institutions require at minimum a master's degree in physics or a closely related field, and many full-time positions require a doctorate. That said, some online platforms and corporate training roles weigh demonstrated subject-matter expertise and verifiable teaching results alongside credentials, so a strong portfolio of course materials and student outcomes can support an application where the degree requirement has flexibility.
Which industries hire the most remote physics facultys?
Most remote physics faculty openings sit in Education, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire physics facultys remotely because their programs run on distributed teams and serve students or learners across multiple time zones without a fixed campus requirement.
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