TT Physics/Engineering at Central Oregon CC

CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Job Description and Specifications ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF Physics/Engineering Anticipated Start Date: September, 2014 Apply Online: https://jobs.cocc.edu Status: Full Time, Tenure Track, Faculty Position, Represented by the Faculty Forum PRIMARY PURPOSE: To create and implement learning activities for majors and non-majors physics and engineering courses as a member of an instructional department of full-time and part-time science instructors. These courses serve students in a wide range of transfer, career and technical programs. Science faculty develop student-learning outcomes for their courses, manage the learning environment, provide academic advising, and consult with students. They also select and/or author laboratory learning experiences appropriate for meeting outcomes, and evaluate and assess student development in all learning environments. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Facilitate the learning environment for majors and non-majors physics and engineering. This includes providing learning assessments and strategies for improving student performance. Full-time classroom teaching requires 45 load units per academic year (roughly 15 load units per quarter), currently involving 48 students per class, with a limit of 24 students per lab section. Teaching assignments may include courses delivered during the day and/or evening, classes both on and off campus. With administrative approval, and completion of a COCC-based training course, faculty also have the opportunity to deliver hybrid-format and/or on-line classes. Participate in department meetings and in on-going program and departmental efforts both in curriculum development and in incorporating technology, group activities, etc. into the classroom. Advise and assist students in preparing for careers in science, engineering, and the health professions. A minimum of five office hours per week are required for student help sessions and program assistance. Create and pursue active Professional Improvement Plans ("PIPs"), making steady progress towards appropriate professional goals. Participate in service to the college. This may include cooperating with administration in program and course development, and participating on department and college committees, and in faculty organizations. Provide meaningful, professional service to the community. This may include presentations to local schools and community members on topics in one's area of expertise, and/or acting as a consultant in one's area of expertise, although there are various ways to provide this service. Perform other essential duties and tasks, as assigned. Marginal Job Functions Cooperate with other College personnel to assess outcomes at departmental and institutional levels, and assist students with career planning and job placement. Mentor Part-time Physics/Engineering Instructors to help them achieve course outcomes and be successful with student-learning and student-success in their classrooms. Act as a resource person for students in situations like letters of recommendations for college/university programs and/or scholarships. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Thorough and broad content knowledge in the field of physics, engineering and related fields at a level consistent with the needs of any undergraduate course in these fields. Knowledge and expertise in physics and engineering laboratory techniques and technologies in areas including kinematics, forces, strength of materials, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, electrical circuits (DC and AC), light, waves, and energy. This knowledge and expertise extends to computational tools and modeling skills along with systems testing and characterization in these areas. Knowledge of current best practices in teaching and learning in these subject areas for traditional and non-traditional students, including learner-centered, active engagement, constructivist, and other pedagogies. Visual ability, including corrected-vision, to be able to observe and supervise students in laboratory situations. Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment, including classroom computers and presentation equipment, as well as course management systems ("Blackboard" is currently being used at COCC). Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter or auxiliary aids or services. Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature. Ability to work cooperatively with department faculty and staff, and other faculty, staff and administrators at COCC. A willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required. Ability to work effectively and sensitively with constituents from diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives. Physical Demands: Ability to work in classroom, laboratory, and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Master's degree in Physics, Engineering or a related scientific discipline. A minimum of one years' teaching experience, evidence of excellent teaching, or promise thereof. Preferred Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. Community College teaching experience. Demonstrated excellence in classroom and student-laboratory environments. 4 Bi-lingual in English/Spanish a plus.