Job Description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

The College of Natural Sciences employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and assisting students in a wide array of disciplines to further the advancement of scientific knowledge and understanding. Our faculty are energetic advisors who are committed to helping our students grow academically, spiritually, and personally. They are experts in their respective fields, in addition to being passionate educators and collaborators who help enhance the college experience for all students.

Join our mission in helping others find their purpose and start your instructor career with GCU. The College of Natural Sciences offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.  

Why Work at GCU:

  • Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Perks and Discounts
  • Gym and Fitness Center
  • Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ:

  • Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Fall 2025 Semester (09/02/2025 - 12/14/2025)

Course: General Physics I Lab

This course utilizes lab experimentation to practice concepts of physical principles introduced in the General Physics I lecture course. Learners are able to perform the proper analysis and calculations to arrive at the correct quantifiable result when confronted with equations involving gravity, sound, energy, and motion. 

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include equipping students with the required skill set, facilitating classroom discussions, assessing student performance and preparing students to be successful leaders in their chosen profession.  Other main responsibilities include the following:

  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Qualifications:

  • Preferred: MS/doctorate in Physics.
  • Minimum: Masters in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Physics.

Before submitting your application please attach the following to review:

  • Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees.
  • Any applicable licenses/certifications

Interested in GCU Faculty and Adjunct positions, but can't find a position that's right for you?

Submit your resume to our Faculty Jobs Talent Community to be considered for future opportunities. 

Visit the Faculty Jobs page on the GCU Career Site and scroll down to join the Talent Community. 

#gcu #physics #phoenix #adjunct

Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!

Apply Online