Position Information
Working Title
Physics Instructor
Role Title
Faculty-Teaching/Research
Job Open Date
02-01-2013
Job Close Date
Jobs close at 5pm EST.
Jobs close at 5pm EST.
02-22-2013
Job Type Detail
Definition
Definition
Salaried Faculty- S-2
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery &
Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)?
No
Hiring Range
$40,061 - $67,485
Agency
VA Western Community College (286)
Agency Website
Location
Roanoke (City) - 770
Sublocation
Position Number
F0019
Job Posting Number
0065079
Does this position have telework options?
No
Type of Recruitment
Definition
Definition
General Public - G
Job Type
Definition
Definition
Full-Time (Salaried)
Pay Band
UG
Job Description
Virginia Western Community College (VWCC) is accepting
applications for a nine-month Physics faculty position in the School of
Science, Mathematics, and Health Professions beginning the Fall 2013
semester.
Responsibilities include teaching college level courses in Physics. The required teaching load is 15 credits per semester, which may include face-to-face and hybrid/distance-learning courses during the day and evening, weekdays, and weekends. The Physics Instructor will work collaboratively with other faculty members to implement Physics concepts in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) framework.
In addition to teaching, all faculty members advise students, serve on college committees, and participate in other activities that support the mission of the college. Such activities may include, but are not limited to: departmental meetings and curriculum planning, programmatic assessment, course and program evaluation, community service, club sponsorship, student recruitment and retention activities, and mentoring new and part-time faculty.
Candidates selected for an interview will conduct a 10-minute teaching session on a pre-selected topic; electronic classroom facilities are available for delivery of the teaching session. Additional details will be provided at the time interviews are scheduled.
Responsibilities include teaching college level courses in Physics. The required teaching load is 15 credits per semester, which may include face-to-face and hybrid/distance-learning courses during the day and evening, weekdays, and weekends. The Physics Instructor will work collaboratively with other faculty members to implement Physics concepts in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) framework.
In addition to teaching, all faculty members advise students, serve on college committees, and participate in other activities that support the mission of the college. Such activities may include, but are not limited to: departmental meetings and curriculum planning, programmatic assessment, course and program evaluation, community service, club sponsorship, student recruitment and retention activities, and mentoring new and part-time faculty.
Candidates selected for an interview will conduct a 10-minute teaching session on a pre-selected topic; electronic classroom facilities are available for delivery of the teaching session. Additional details will be provided at the time interviews are scheduled.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Master's Degree
with 18 graduate semester hours in Physics; strong communication skills,
and experience using technology in the classroom. Knowledge of STEM
philosophies and concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Physics; full or part-time experience
teaching in a college setting, preferably a community college, with
experience teaching general Physics or related courses. Experience
implementing Physics concepts in a collaborative, STEM framework.
Special Requirements
Unofficial transcripts may be provided as part of the
application process. However, official transcripts are required of the
selected candidate.
Selected applicant will be subject to criminal history, driving, and credit background checks as a condition of employment.
Selected applicant will be subject to criminal history, driving, and credit background checks as a condition of employment.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only complete, on-line applications will be accepted.
Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover
letter and transcripts of all college work completed.
We MUST receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, provide in the transcript text field a written letter to indicate that the transcripts will be mailed or sent separately. The application will not be accepted without this "required" documentation.
Incomplete on-line applications along with other materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person will not be considered. All documents must be received by 5:00 pm (EST) on the closing date.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: http://www.virginiawestern.edu/hr/careeropenings.php. Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 857-7283.
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: "711" or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.
We MUST receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, provide in the transcript text field a written letter to indicate that the transcripts will be mailed or sent separately. The application will not be accepted without this "required" documentation.
Incomplete on-line applications along with other materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person will not be considered. All documents must be received by 5:00 pm (EST) on the closing date.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: http://www.virginiawestern.edu/hr/careeropenings.php. Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 857-7283.
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: "711" or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.
Optional Applicant Documents
Other Document
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcript
Cover Letter
Transcript
Contact Information
Name
Virginia Western Community College
Phone
540-857-7282
Fax
540-857-6222
Email:
hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Address:
Virginia Western Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 14007
Roanoke, VA 24038
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 14007
Roanoke, VA 24038
