PT Lecturer, St. Mary's College, California

Saint Mary's College of California

Lecturer - Physics and Astronomy

Closing Date/Time: Wed. 08/14/13 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Lecturer
Location: Main Campus, 1928 Saint Mary's Road, Moraga, CA 94556, California


Background:
Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 3,500 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Saint Mary’s College invites applications for a one-semester appointment as a part-time Lecturer in the Department of Physics and Astronomy for the Fall 2013 semester.

Responsibilities:
Teaching responsibilities will consist of three lower division laboratory course: Two calculus based and two algebra-based lavs for the first semester of introductory physics. It's possible this position could continue into the spring term, and that could include an introductory physics lecture course as well as labs.

Experience and Qualifications:
Candidates should hold a PhD in physics. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to undergraduate, liberal arts education. Prior teaching experience preferred.
 
Supplemental Information:
Application Instructions: Please apply on-line at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu.

1) Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College

2) A resume

3) The name and contact information for three (3) professional references.

In addition, two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to:

Jessica Kintner
Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Saint Mary’s College of California
1928 St. Mary’s Road
Moraga, CA 94575
jkintner@stmarys-ca.edu

http://physics. stmarys-ca.edu

Initial Consideration: Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates who become finalists will be expected to sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

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As provided by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, Saint Mary’s College of California through its Department of Public Safety, annually provides notice and makes available copies of the Annual Security Report, to the campus community, prospective students, employees and the public. Each Security Report includes statistics for the past three years concerning crimes and incidents (whether they occurred on campus, in off-campus building and property owned or controlled by the College, or on public property adjacent to campus) reported to campus security authorities. Each Security Report also provides campus policies and practices concerning security – how to report sexual assaults and other crimes, crime prevention efforts, policies/laws governing alcohol and drugs, victims’ assistance programs, student discipline, college resources, and other matters. The Security Report is publicly available electronically or hard copy in the following ways: electronically: http://www.stmarysca.edu/about/safety/02report.pdf; in person: Department of Public Safety, Administrative Office, Assumption Hall: or by or by Mail or Telephone Request: Department of Public Safety, P.O. Box 3111, Moraga, CA 94575-3111 (925) 631-4052.

In addition, as provided by the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act, the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office maintains a Megan’s Law database of sex crime offenders, which information may be obtained from the Sheriff’s office located at 500 Court Street, Martinez, Monday-Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.