Instructor in Physics (Special Appointment)
- Tracking Code
- 14-049
- Job Description
-
SUMMARY
As a member of the Physics Department in the Division of Natural Sciences (www.nic.edu/natsci), the physics instructor will provide instruction in approximately four courses per semester. The teaching assignment may be selected from the following courses: Phys 101, Phys 103, Phys 111, Phys 112, Phys 211, Phys 212 (www.nic.edu/catalog). Depending on a candidate’s academic degrees the teaching assignment could include selected mathematics and/or engineering courses.
The Department: The Physics department is a small department consisting of two full time faculty members and one part time instructor. The Physics department serves majors in physics, engineering, and math. The Physics department’s small class sizes, supportive faculty and facilities provide an excellent learning environment for all physics students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list includes but is not limited to the following:
- Teaches a minimum of 15 equivalent credit hours per semester as assigned and maintains additional weekly contractual hours, including a minimum of five office hours, five campus hours and five discretionary hours divided between office and campus hours for a total of 30 hours on campus per week
- Order materials and set up labs
- Utilizes non-traditional delivery methods including Internet and IVC
- Becomes familiar with the assigned textbook(s), prepares class presentations and handouts for electronic distribution, and prepares a syllabus for each course
- Prepares, gives, and grades tests and homework and delivers grades to the registrar on time
- Receives training in and keeps skills current in using the electronic and physical equipment and software necessary to accomplishing teaching and advising responsibilities
- Advises students using the recommended procedures as outlined in the College Advising Handbook
- Identifies student-learning outcomes; develops process and tools for assessment; incorporates results in order to modify instruction and materials in general education, degree program, course cluster, and/or certificate program, in coordination with colleagues
- Participates in student recruitment, curriculum development, and serves on college committees
- Provides mentorship for adjunct faculty and orients associate faculty as needed
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings
- Participates in professional development activities
- Cultivates effective public relations with various community agencies/service providers and/or educational partners
- Demonstrates commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
- May teach evenings and/or weekends
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum qualifications necessary for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and be successful in the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Education and Experience:
Minimum of a Master’s in physics. Individuals with a Bachelor’s in physics and a Master’s in engineering may be considered. Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds. Prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to successfully recruit students into physics.
- Proven dynamic classroom leadership and the ability to foster enthusiasm in students.
- Highly motivated with the vision and ability to expand the physics program.
- Experience teaching non-majors fundamentals of physical science classes as well as general physics and physics for engineers preferred.
- Ability to set up and use physics and astronomy equipment preferred.
- Proficiency in the set-up and use of alternate delivery methods (e.g., Internet and inter-active video) preferred.
- Proven leadership qualities and abilities preferred.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
- Ability to use a personal computer and associated peripherals and current version of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, Internet, and alternative delivery systems (e.g., internet and interactive video) at a proficient level.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment including phone, fax, copier
Physical Demands
The physical demands & work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or are encountered by an employee in the normal course of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and use fingers and hands to keyboard or type and handle materials. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles or blood-borne pathogens and contaminants, blood-borne pathogens, or other health threats. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Click here to view the APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicant is responsible for reading and following the application instructions to ensure successful application submittal.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR THIS POSITION
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they have submitted all required materials, as listed below. Following application submittal, applicant can login via the Modify Your Application link (to the right) to view application profile:
1) Completed online profile (Steps 1-8 in application system)UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Letter of interest which addresses your qualifications for this position (please do not combine letter with resume).UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Resume (please do not combine resume with letter).UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Unofficial Transcripts showing highest degree. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you do not have your transcripts in electronic format for uploading, you may fax them to 208-769-7786 with a cover page that includes the position title.2) Upon request, you may be asked to complete the NIC E-Application Form. This request (if made) will come to you via e-mail.
Location: Seiter Hall
Opening Date: November 22, 2013
Closing Date: All materials must be received by Noon, December 6, 2013
Anticipated Starting Date: January 6, 2013
Salary: Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and placement on the North Idaho College Faculty Salary Structure. Excellent benefits, including retirement.
Work Schedule: 100% of full-time, special appointment position for Spring 2014 only.
- Job Location
- Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States
- Position Type
- Full-Time/Regular
