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New grad visiting assistant professor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong teaching portfolio or graduate assistantship can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like University of the Pacific, William & Mary, and Texas A&M University hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
The Department of Physics at Fairfield University invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning September 1, 2027 (pending final budget approval). This is a non-tenure-track position. This position normally covers physics courses for non-science major and algebra-/calculus-based General Physics lab courses.
About Fairfield University
Fairfield University is a comprehensive Jesuit and Catholic university that prepares students for leadership and service in a constantly changing world. Founded in 1942 in Fairfield, Connecticut, the University has grown from an initial class of 303 undergraduate male students admitted to the College of Arts and Sciences in 1947 into a coeducational university of approximately 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Along the way, the University has awarded more than 45,000 degrees since 1951 and has developed a reputation for educational excellence both regionally and nationally.
Requirements
Applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D., or should expect to receive their PhD by August 2027, in physics or an allied field. Applicants must have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and will preferably have some experience teaching physics at the undergraduate level. Additionally, we require the candidate to have strong communication skills and some experience using classroom/laboratory technology.
Additional Information
The department comprises seven full-time faculty representing a range of specialties and is housed in a spacious, well-equipped facility in the Bannow Science Center. Fairfield is a Primarily Undergraduate Institution, and our department offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics, preparing students for graduate school, and careers in health studies, education, and other STEM fields, to name a few. There is a vibrant culture of undergraduate student-faculty research and a growing institutional emphasis on STEM. The salary and benefits for the position are competitive. The Department is supported by two full-time staff, one of whom works closely with faculty teaching the General Physics I and II laboratories.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, please click “Apply Now” and upload the following materials by close of business on February 15, 2027:
- a curriculum vitae
- cover letter
- statement of teaching philosophy and interests
- a list of three references, including their contact information
Please ask your references to send letters of recommendation directly to the following email address: PhysicsSearch@fairfield.edu by close of business on February 15, 2027.
Anticipated hiring range: $104,514–$108,827 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Final compensation is determined by University policies and budget availability.
Category
Academic - Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Eligible employees may receive health, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefits, and other benefits according to institutional policy.
Load a resume or CV first, then upload supporting documents including a cover letter at the bottom of the third page under the "My Experience" section where it says to upload a Resume/CV. You will be able to upload up to 5 other documents in this section. You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying.
Faculty Positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email the additional documents to the applicable contact in the job description.
Staff positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email them to hr@fairfield.edu.
Job Description
The Department of Physics at Fairfield University invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning September 1, 2027 (pending final budget approval). This is a non-tenure-track position. This position normally covers physics courses for non-science major and algebra-/calculus-based General Physics lab courses.
About Fairfield University
Fairfield University is a comprehensive Jesuit and Catholic university that prepares students for leadership and service in a constantly changing world. Founded in 1942 in Fairfield, Connecticut, the University has grown from an initial class of 303 undergraduate male students admitted to the College of Arts and Sciences in 1947 into a coeducational university of approximately 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Along the way, the University has awarded more than 45,000 degrees since 1951 and has developed a reputation for educational excellence both regionally and nationally.
Requirements
Applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D., or should expect to receive their PhD by August 2027, in physics or an allied field. Applicants must have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and will preferably have some experience teaching physics at the undergraduate level. Additionally, we require the candidate to have strong communication skills and some experience using classroom/laboratory technology.
Additional Information
The department comprises seven full-time faculty representing a range of specialties and is housed in a spacious, well-equipped facility in the Bannow Science Center. Fairfield is a Primarily Undergraduate Institution, and our department offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics, preparing students for graduate school, and careers in health studies, education, and other STEM fields, to name a few. There is a vibrant culture of undergraduate student-faculty research and a growing institutional emphasis on STEM. The salary and benefits for the position are competitive. The Department is supported by two full-time staff, one of whom works closely with faculty teaching the General Physics I and II laboratories.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, please click “Apply Now” and upload the following materials by close of business on February 15, 2027:
- a curriculum vitae
- cover letter
- statement of teaching philosophy and interests
- a list of three references, including their contact information
Please ask your references to send letters of recommendation directly to the following email address: PhysicsSearch@fairfield.edu by close of business on February 15, 2027.
Anticipated hiring range: $104,514–$108,827 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Final compensation is determined by University policies and budget availability.
Category
Academic - Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Eligible employees may receive health, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefits, and other benefits according to institutional policy.
Load a resume or CV first, then upload supporting documents including a cover letter at the bottom of the third page under the "My Experience" section where it says to upload a Resume/CV. You will be able to upload up to 5 other documents in this section. You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying.
Faculty Positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email the additional documents to the applicable contact in the job description.
Staff positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email them to hr@fairfield.edu.
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Entry Level Visiting Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level visiting assistant professor job?
Colleges hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can demonstrate classroom readiness, so a completed doctoral degree or ABD status, evidence of teaching experience through graduate assistantships, and a focused research agenda give you a real edge. A polished teaching statement and sample syllabi tailored to the department's needs matter more than publications at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level visiting assistant professors?
Companies hiring entry level visiting assistant professors right now include University of the Pacific, William & Mary, and Texas A&M University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from liberal arts colleges, regional universities, and community colleges that use visiting roles to cover sabbaticals, sudden vacancies, or growing course loads.
Are there remote entry level visiting assistant professor jobs?
Yes, though most positions are still campus-based. About 18% of entry level visiting assistant professor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common in online degree programs and certain writing or general education courses. On-site positions remain the norm for lab-based, seminar-heavy, or first-year experience courses.
Are these new grad visiting assistant professor jobs?
Yes, these roles include new grad, recent graduate, and junior positions. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes candidates with zero to two years of independent teaching experience, accepts ABD status in lieu of a conferred doctorate, or values graduate teaching assistantships and internship-style academic work as qualifying experience rather than requiring a full prior faculty appointment.
Which industries hire the most entry level visiting assistant professors?
Entry Level visiting assistant professor roles concentrate in Education, Science & Research, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain large undergraduate enrollments and rely on visiting faculty to staff core curriculum courses during enrollment growth, faculty leaves, and departmental transitions.