Sessional Instructor - Department of Physics - Faculty of Science- Fall 2025

Competition Number:
58SI25
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Physics
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2025
Salary:

Per UPEIFA Collective Agreement

Term:

September 2025 - December 2025

The Department of Physics has the following opening for a sessional instructor for the upcoming Fall 2025 Semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. 
 

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person.

PHYS-4430 Experimental Physics II

This advanced laboratory course introduces students to all phases of an experimental project, from design, planning, and setup of the apparatus to detailed analysis and formal presentation of the results. Students select a small number of in-depth experiments with special emphasis on topics covered in the advanced physics courses.

One hour lecture, six hours laboratory per week.


Note: The instructor will be responsible for teaching both the lecture and lab components of this course.

Qualifications: 

Successful applicants will have a minimum of a Master’s degree in physics or a related area. Documented experience teaching this course or a comparable course would be an asset.  
Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and names of three referees by email to: 
Dr. James Polson, Chair 
Department of Physics
University of Prince Edward Island 
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown PE C1A 4P3 
Email: jpolson@upei.ca


In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

 

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. 

Closing date for applications is April 24, 2025.
 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.