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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

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.

Related Skills:

Instructing
Reading Comprehension
Science
Speaking
Active Learning

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Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Instructor, Physical Science Professor, Physics Instructor, Physics Lecturer, Physics Professor, Professor, Science Instructor

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Career Projections 2016 - 2026

Currently Employed

17,100

As of 2019 (Estimated)

Projected Employment

17,800

by 2029

Projected Growth

4%

by 2029

Career Outlook

Average

is expected for the future

Average National Pay

$89,590

or $ hourly

Training Level

Some College

varies state to state

About Career Projections

Career Projections data is supplied by BLS.gov via the Occupational Outlook Handbook data that was updated in 2018. The data is based on projections from 2016-2026.

Outlook and Impact Employment Outlook

This occupation is not expected to grow rapidly.

Outside factors aren't expected to cause future growth.

Some careers face significant change to the work and worker requirements. New tasks, skills, knowledge, credentials are not immediately expected. Employment demand could remain the same or decrease slightly over time.

What They Do

Possible Work Activities

Training and Teaching Others
Interacting With Computers
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

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Achievement

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Recognition

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Working Conditions

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Tasks

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.

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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

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Currently Employed

17,100

Projected Employment

17,800

Projected Growth

4%

Career Outlook

Average

Average National Pay

$89,590

Training Level

Some College

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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Related Skills:

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Other Career Titles:

Currently Employed

17,100

Projected Employment

17,800

Projected Growth

4%

Career Outlook

Average

Average National Pay

$89,590

Training Level

Some College

View Other Training Options

View Job and Career Openings

Join Our Mission

ATEEC is supported and funded in part by the National Science Foundation.

About Us

PARTNERS

REPORTS

ATEEC

101 West Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801

Phone: 563.441.4082

Fax: 563.441.4080

Toll-free: 866.419.6761

See our Privacy Policy.