FT Physics/Astro at Tallahassee CC

Tallahassee Community College announces an opening for the following continuing contract instructional and library faculty position for 2014-2015. Tallahassee Community College is a dynamic and growing comprehensive community college located in Tallahassee, Florida. The College's 2013 fall enrollment of more than 13,500 students includes nearly 47 percent minority students. The College enjoys a strong reputation for teaching excellence and for producing graduates with Associate in Arts degrees, Associate in Science degrees, and college credit certificates. Tallahassee is also home to two state universities, Florida State University and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. TCC partners with both universities and with a number of private higher education institutions to afford greater opportunities for all students, faculty, and surrounding communities. TCC also partners with area businesses and organizations to meet local workforce needs.

In addition to the minimum qualifications* listed for the position, all prospective faculty are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

1. Commitment to student retention and success
2. Commitment to development and assessment of student learning
3. Use of technology and innovative approaches to enhance teaching and learning, including distance learning and alternative delivery systems
4. Willingness to support a diverse population of learners inside and beyond the classroom
5. Ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting

Faculty responsibilities include instruction, curriculum, service and support of college policies and procedures, and professional development. Starting salaries for instructional and library faculty positions are competitive.

NATURAL SCIENCES

Physics/Astronomy Assistant Professor. A Master's degree in physics, physical science or related area of study, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in physics, physical science or related area of study. The primary teaching assignment is calculus based physics, trigonometry based physics, and general education astronomy and physics.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Visit the college's web site at www.tcc.fl.edu for position criteria and application.
2. Complete the online TCC application for the position(s) of interest.
3. The following documents are required when completing the online application:

• Letter of interest addressing the following five (5) faculty characteristics and responsibilities.

1. Commitment to student retention and success
2. Commitment to development and assessment of student learning
3. Use of technology and innovative approaches to enhance teaching and learning, including distance learning and alternative delivery systems
4. Willingness to support a diverse population of learners inside and beyond the classroom
5. Ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting

• Unofficial transcript(s) of all college coursework
• Applicants currently enrolled as graduate students who anticipate completing their course of study prior to August 1, 2014 are encouraged to apply, but must submit from the dean of their school their current standing and anticipated program completion date in addition to the required documents listed above.

The application review process will begin January 13, 2014 and will continue until all vacancies have been filled. Please note that applications received after January 13, 2014 may not be given consideration.

CONTACT INFORMATION

FACULTY HIRING · HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Tallahassee Community College · 444 Appleyard Drive · Tallahassee, FL 32304-2895
P: 850.201.8225 · F: (850) 201.8489 · E: facpos@tcc.fl.edu · W: www.tcc.fl.edu

FT at Normandale CC, MN

http://www.normandale.edu/departments/human-resources/faculty-employment.html

Normandale Community College is located in Bloomington, Minnesota and serves a student population of approximately 12,000 students annually. The college is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

Responsibilities: The Physics Department at Normandale Community College seeks a qualified candidate to teach a broad spectrum of college Physics and Astronomy courses. Teaching assignments may include evening and weekend classes.
The successful candidate will be expected to:

· Providing quality instruction and services to students of all ages and backgrounds and diversity.
· Prepare and distribute to students course syllabi based on the approved common course outlines.
· Guide and facilitate classroom and online learning.
· Direct and assist students in laboratory.
· Establish, post, and maintain office hours for professional activities and duties, and for student conferences.
· Demonstrate knowledge of and experience in assessment of student learning outcomes.
· Participate in development and improvement of curricula and courses, and in development and improvement of instructional methods, materials, and resources.
· Evaluate and select textbooks and other instructional materials for the assigned courses.
· Assist in the development and implementation of the College's instructional and institutional goals.
· Participate in other College related programs, activities, and community services.
· Participate in faculty & department meetings, curriculum development, and college-wide committees.
· Maintain ongoing professional development activities in physics, astronomy, and pedagogy.
· Maintain an active interest and knowledge of current practices that affect the discipline and field of study.


Minimum Qualifications:
· Master's degree with a major in, physics, astronomy, or astronomy, or with 24 graduate quarter/16 semester credits in, physics, astronomy, or astronomy which would apply to the major.

Preferred Qualifications:
· Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, astronomy or a closely related discipline.
· Demonstrated commitment to serving a culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse student body.
· Teaching experience in a variety of physics and astronomy courses.
· Community college experience.
· Experience teaching online and using a course management system, such as Desire 2 Learn, teaching laboratories and active learning principles.
· Experience using Vernier LoggerPro or Pasco DataStudio software, and software for Astronomy labs.
· Experience assessing curriculum and instruction.
· Demonstrate commitment to participating in campus activities, professional development, and high standards.

Date of Employment: August 20, 2014. Classes begin on August 25, 2014 through academic year.

Salary Range: Starting salary (based on education and experience) is expected to range from $37,000 - $68,000. We offer an outstanding benefits package.

Application Process The search committee will begin reviewing files of applicants after January 13, 2014. Materials received after 4:30PM CST December 31, 2013 may not be considered. Apply using our online Normandale Employment Application at the above link.

Please include only the required application materials of:
· Cover letter addressing the Preferred Qualifications;
· Current resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV);
· Unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and
· The names and contact information for at least three professional references who can address your qualifications for this position (we do NOT accept letters of recommendation)

As with all institutions, final hiring decisions are dependent on enrollment and funding.
Normandale Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator seeking a diverse work force. We are part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU).

TT at CUNY-La Guardia CC

Job Vacancy Notice

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Physics (Tenure Track)
Job ID: 9532
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Department of Natural Sciences, LaGuardia Community College, seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty vacancy in Physics at the Assistant Professor rank with an individual with a firm commitment to teaching and research. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate courses in one or more of the following areas: physics at all levels up to and including modern physics and introductory astronomy, calculus based general physics courses and laboratories, non-majors physical science course with laboratory, and other courses according to interest and need.

The appointee will participate in developing new courses and improving existing curriculum to meet the growing needs of the department. Development of a viable research program and grant writing is expected. Student mentoring is an important component of the duties of faculty and successful candidates will be required to develop research programs that will involve students. The duties also include effective participation in departmental, school, college and university-wide activities. LaGuardia emphasizes excellent teaching in a student-focused environment: candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and the ability to work with a diverse population.

The successful candidate will share responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned.

LaGuardia Community College located in Long Island City, Queens, was founded in 1971 as a bold experiment in opening the doors of higher education to all, and we proudly carry forward that legacy today. LaGuardia educates students through over 50 degree, certificate and continuing education programs, providing an inspiring place for students to achieve their dreams. Upon graduation, LaGuardia students' lives are transformed as family income increases by 17%, and students transfer to four-year colleges at three times the national average. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), LaGuardia is a nationally recognized leader among community colleges for boundary-breaking success educating underserved students. At LaGuardia, we imagine new ideas, create new curricula and pioneer programs to make our community and our country stronger. Visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must have an earned Ph.D. in Physics with excellent teaching credentials. Teaching experience is also required, preferably at the college level. Excellent communication skills as well as a record of ongoing scholarly achievement are important. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

COMPENSATION:
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE: 1/24/2014

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY: CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

FT at Red Rocks CC, CO

Faculty - Physics

Start Date: Fall Semester 2014

Location: Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, Colorado

Salary: $41,504 - 43,504 depending on education and experience.

Application Close Date: Open until filled.

Applications received in RRCC Human Resources by 5:00 p.m. MST on January 03, 2014 will be given first preference.

Responsibilities:
Teach all levels of physics. Maintain full-time faculty load. Teach using traditional and alternative methods of instruction (on-line, self-directed, learning communities, etc.). Coordinate with other faculty in curriculum planning, development, deliver y and review. Recruit, train and mentor adjunct faculty. Hold office hours. Recruit, advise and retain students. Assume department duties as needed. Participate in department, division and college-wide activities and committees. Participate in assessment and use data to improve student learning. Fulfill the teaching, professional development and service obligations of full-time faculty.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Physics or related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Physics from a fully accredited institution. Two years of post-secondary experience teaching physics or related fields. Experience working with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced studies beyond a Master's degree in a related field. Experience teaching non-science majors. Community college teaching experience. Demonstrates knowledge of and interest in a variety of teaching strategies, including methods from current physics education research.

To Apply:
To apply for this position the following are required: (1) A completed RRCC employment application (only information contained on the application will be used to determine if applicants meet minimum qualifications. Please use dates), (2) A cover letter, (3) A resume or CV, (4) Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required for the position finalist).

About Red Rocks Community College:
Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Lakewood, Colorado, Red Rocks Community College offers more than 150 programs and 650 courses leading to two-year degrees or professional certificates.

Red Rocks has campuses in Lakewood and Arvada. Courses are delivered in formats from traditional classroom to online to self-paced and weekend classes.

Since 1969, Red Rocks Community College has delivered quality education to an eclectic mix of students of all ages, incomes and backgrounds. For many of our 15,000 annual students, Red Rocks is the convenient community college just down the street. For others, a Red Rocks program or course is worth traveling halfway around the world.

Please follow this link for an application: www.rrcc.edu/hr/jobs.htm.

Application documents may be emailed tohrjobs@rrcc.edu or mailed directly to:

Red Rocks Community College
13300 W. Sixth Avenue, Campus Box 17
Lakewood, CO 80228-1255
Phone: 303-914-6570
FAX: 303-914-6800

Two TT/T/Full at Borough of Manhattan CC - CUNY

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban public university serving more than 480,000 students in a wide range of educational programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City.
Job ID: 9285

Regular/Temporary: Regular

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Performs teaching, research and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise. Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.
Teaches all levels of courses in physics, astronomy, and engineering. Participates in departmental and college activities such as curriculum development, grant writing, assessment, faculty development, and mentoring of student projects. Productive scholarship expected. Evening/weekend schedule may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in Physics required. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
For Associate Professor and Professor, the candidate must have a record of significant achievement in the field. College teaching experience required; experience with instructional technology an asset.

COMPENSATION

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
Assistant Professor:  $42,873 - $74,133
Associate Professor:  $55,602 - $88,418
Professor:  $68,803 - $106,071

HOW TO APPLY

Access CUNYfirst portal.

CLOSING DATE

12/11/13

FT in Atmospheric Science, Madison Area Technical College

Madison Area Technical College


Instructor - Atmospheric Science
Posting Date: 11/06/2013
Application Deadline: 11/29/2013
Salary $53,322 - $88,936
Location: Madison-Truax
Department: School of Arts & Sciences

Employment Conditions: 
This is a full time position beginning with the Spring 2014 Semester. Starting salary $53,322 – $88,936 depending on qualifications and experience. Salary is based on a nine-month teaching contract and will be pro-rated accordingly. Newly hired instructors serve a three-year probationary period.

Madison College provides a generous benefit package. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, including a fair share provision.

Start date: January, 2014.

Organizational Function and Responsibilities:
To instruct adult students in in atmospheric sciences at the college level. This includes developing a relevant and progressive curriculum, designing and implementing effective learning strategies and environments, delivering instruction of high quality, assessing student learning, advising students, and participating in college service activities at the department, division and college levels.

This position reports to the Dean for the School of Arts and Sciences.

Essential Duties:
The following duties are typically expected of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Facilitates student learning in the Physical Sciences program which may include, but not be limited to the following curriculum areas: Weather & Climate, Climate & Climate Change. A qualified instructor may also be assigned to teach courses in Earth Science, Oceanography, Physics, Geology, or Astronomy.

2. Develops and plans appropriate instructional strategies, including alternative delivery strategies when appropriate including but not limited to hybrid, face-to-face, accelerated, online course delivery, active learning, and flipped classrooms.

3. Assists and advises students who have problems with assignments, tests, grades, course content, career concerns, and other matters.

4. Evaluates student performance and provides regular feedback in courses taught by the instructor.

5. Uses data to continually revise curriculum to improve student learning.

6. Actively works with other personnel in student recruitment, retention and job placement. This includes developing strategies aimed at the recruitment and retention of minority students.

7. Develops and maintains curriculum in a variety of non-traditional formats to meet student delivery needs in collaboration with department/ division staff; participate in instructional and curriculum articulation activities with other programs, other Schools of the College, other colleges and universities, and District K-12 partners.

8. Functions without direct supervision in a team environment with the ability to support a cohesive department atmosphere.

9. Complies with college policies and directions regarding student testing, record keeping, advanced standing, providing grades on a timely basis, maintaining office hours for student assistance and counseling, etc.

10. Assists students in developing work experience assignments such as clinical affiliations, work study assignments, team projects, etc.

11. Designs and implements strategies to engage students in the learning process.

12. Integrates the use of technology into the teaching and learning process.

13. Attends School of Arts and Sciences and Physical Sciences program and advisory committee meetings; participates in appropriate staff development activities such as diversity awareness, technology training, etc.

14. Plans and implements professional development strategies to continually improve teaching and professional experience.

15. Maintains certification as an instructor with the Wisconsin Technical College System.

16. Complies with all aspects of Board policies, work rules, and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

17. Demonstrates a commitment to the college values of excellence, respect and integrity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Knowledge of and experience with current educational methods and strategies; learner-centered instruction, active learning, assessment, evaluation; collaborative techniques; and strategies that address closing the gap in student access and achievement across race, gender, and disability.

2. Skill in the use of educational technology and alternative delivery methods to deliver high-quality instruction (i.e., online, hybrid, and accelerated course formats, course software such as Blackboard, video, Telepresence, etc).

3. Skill in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds and persons with physical and/or learning disabilities.

4. Skill in oral and written communications.

5. Ability to interact with business, industry, other educational institutions, and government agencies to establish partnerships.

Qualifications:
1. Master’s Degree in atmospheric sciences or related field, or the following equivalent: Bachelor’s Degree in related field plus two (2) years (4000 hours) of related work experience. These years are in addition to other years required for the position.

2. One (1) year (2000 hours) of non-teaching work experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
A completed application MUST have ALL of the following documents: Cover letter, resume, transcripts and typed Word document with responses in 700 words or less per question to the questions below:

1. When teaching an atmospheric science class, what kind of classroom experience do you try to create for your students? How do you incorporate technology and real-world data into your lessons?

2. What appeals to you most about teaching science at the technical/community college level?

To apply http://jobs.madisoncollege.edu

Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO Employer

FT Chemistry/Physics, Harrisburg Area CC

https://jobs.hacc.edu/postings/9011

Position Information

Position Identification Number (PIN)	F132099
Department	Lancaster Science Staff
Campus	Multiple Campuses
Position Number	F00458
Working Job Title	Faculty, Chemistry/Physics, 9.5 Months (Fall 2014), Lancaster Campus
Job Category	Faculty
If temporary, through
FLSA	Exempt
Job Type	Full-Time 9 month
If part time, hours per week
Start Date Desired	August 2014
Physical Requirements
Advertised Hiring Range	$38,000-51,500
Duties	Provides academic instruction and student academic support for the Science Department. Performs tasks designed to ensure the quality and consistency of academic instruction including governance activities.
Classification DescriptionList the broad major functions of the position.	Teaches Introductory and General Chemistry lectures and labs. Provides academic support and advising to students. Maintains regularly scheduled office hours. Participates in curriculum development and maintenance. Participates in college governance by serving on joint, ad hoc, faculty, campus, division and discipline committees. Participates in professional growth activities. Participates in college and community service activities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Master’s degree in Chemistry. Willingness to teach day and evening classes.
Job Specific Task List
Qualifications: Preferred Experience	At least three years of experience teaching undergraduate chemistry, preferably introductory, general and/or organic chemistry. Community college teaching experience. Experience and qualifications to teach introductory physics. Experience with curriculum planning and assessment.
Licensing Requirements
Job Open Date	11/02/2013
Job Close Date	12/08/2013
Open Until Filled	No