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Postsecondary Physics Teacher

Postsecondary Physics Teacher

  • Inspire future scientists by teaching the principles of physics and energy.
  • Shape the next generation of innovators through impactful education and research.
  • Engage in a dynamic career blending teaching with groundbreaking research.
💰 Earn $95K-$162K
📚 Doctoral or Professional Degree

Overview

Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Scoop

Minimum Education

Doctoral or Professional Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

1,400 in Total

Earnings

$125,440 Med. in CA

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Day-to-Day

  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as quantum mechanics, particle physics, and optics.
  • Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Relating with or serving others
  • Thinking and problem solving

You are skilled in 💫

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Instructing
  • Learning Strategies

You value 🙏

  • Job security
  • Accomplishing things
  • Receiving recognition
  • Working Conditions
  • Achievement
  • Recognition

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