Long Beach Community College District is currently seeking one (1) full-time tenure track Physics and Astronomy Instructor commencing with the 2014 fall semester. The primary teaching assignment involves physics and astronomy lecture and laboratory classes. This assignment also includes curriculum and program development, including but not limited to designing and evaluating curriculum for entry-level science students through engineering majors as well. Participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities assuming leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole; collaboration across disciplines and the leveraging of student support resources; and participation in ongoing professional development.
The teaching assignment may be at the Liberal Arts campus, the Pacific Coast campus or other college teaching locations. The assignment may be day, evening, weekend, online or off campus and is subject to change as needed. The ideal candidate for this position embraces the overall mission of Long Beach Community College District, with a clear, focused commitment to supporting teaching and academic excellence, and student learning and success through the work of Physics and Astronomy.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR meet equivalent qualifications established by the District, AND
Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understand of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications:
Recent experience teaching Astronomy and Physics at the post-secondary level especially community college.
Experience designing/writing physics labs. Experience teaching physics labs with computer interfaces.
Ability to teach astronomy in an all-electronic (no whiteboard) classroom and to work with computers, multimedia and other technologies which are utilized in providing high-quality classroom and lab instruction.
Experience in making students active rather than passive participants in their learning.
A commitment to stay current with the latest developments in physics, astronomy, and with astronomy and physics education research.
Ability to program (or write scripts) for our planetarium projection system.
Evidence of student success in teaching Physics and Astronomy and of participation in student success initiatives in post-secondary setting.
Evidence of an ability to address the instructional needs of a diverse and frequently underprepared student population.
Evidence of the ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
Evidence of an ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge level (developmental through transfer) and personality of each individual and class.
Evidence of an ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidenced-based assessment of student learning.
Evidence of innovation, scholarship, or leadership in the teaching of Astronomy and Physics.
Desire and demonstrated ability to participate actively in department, division, and college committees and in the shared governance of Long Beach City College.
Desire and evidence of an ability to take on leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole.
Commitment to the Mission and Strategic Objectives of Long Beach Community College District.
Ability to work with computers, and use the Internet and interactive technologies to engage students
Evidence of an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Additional Information:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary range of $50,555 - $78,574 is commensurate with academic preparation and experience. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.
The deadline to apply is 4:00 p.m., February 13, 2014. Application materials must be electronically submitted on-line at http://hr.lbcc.edu/jobs.cfm. Incomplete applications and applications submitted by mail will not be considered.
APPLICATION PROCESS
A Long Beach Community College District Online Application.
A cover letter outlining your education and experience relevant to this position.
Three professional references (list on the application) to include name, title and contact information.
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Complete transcripts of ALL lower and upper division, and graduate level college/university course work with the degree conferral date shown (need not be official – as attachment). Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (NACES).
Submit application on-line at
http://hr.lbcc.edu/jobs.cfm.
OR visit our lobby to submit applications on-line at
Long Beach Community College District-Human Resources
4901 E. Carson Street, Long Beach, CA 90808
Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 562.938.4811.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.
Applicants who meet the basic qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a short teaching demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic and participate in a writing exercise and/or hands-on practical.
The interview committee will rate responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercise and/or hands-on practical.
Based upon this rating, a small number of applicants will be invited to the campus for a second interview.
The Superintendent-President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
To be considered in the initial committee review, all materials requested in this vacancy notice must be received no later than the filing deadline. Submission of all application materials is the responsibility of the applicant.
The District does not contact Placement Offices.
Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate materials for each position.
During the interview, consideration will be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to: professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by letter.
Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College’s recommendation for employment.
The District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position or to delay indefinitely filling this position.
The College does not return materials submitted an application for a position. (Copies of original supporting documents are acceptable.)
