TT at Long Beach City College, CA

Long Beach Community College District is currently seeking one full-time tenure track Physics Instructor commencing with the 2015 fall semester. The primary assignment involves teaching and developing calculus-based physics lecture and lab classes. The assignment includes but is not limited to designing and evaluating curriculum for entry-level science students through science and engineering majors as well. This assignment also includes participation in the shared governance process through work in normal professional activities, committee work, and student activities. 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. Faculty positions offer the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the most diverse community college districts in Southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics OR Bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy AND Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent AND
• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in physics (lecture and lab) and astronomy, preferably at the community college level.
• Experience designing/writing physics labs.
• Experience teaching physics labs with computer interfaces.
• Experience in making students active rather than passive participants in their learning.
• Ability to foster student success with students from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of academic skills, while maintaining academic standards.
• Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues in a collegial manner.
• Interest in developing curriculum to meet student needs and strong commitment to scientific literacy, the community college system and general education science courses.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and in the use of electronic presentations in the classroom.
• Evidence of participation in conferences and professional organizations.
• A commitment to stay current with the latest developments in physics, astronomy and with astronomy and physics education research.
• 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 the two-year college.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary range of $60,261.60 to $80,196.72 is commensurate with academic preparation and experience. The District contributes to 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., Friday, February 27, 2015. 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 recent (within the past two years) letters of reference (non-confidential - as attachment).
• 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 in application for a position. (Copies of original supporting documents are acceptable.)

The community of Long Beach is a wonderful blend of big city and sea-side town. California's 5th largest city conveniently borders Los Angeles and Orange County and is known for its rich heritage celebrating the cultural arts, athletics, tourism, community and civic opportunities. Long Beach is a culturally diverse community of nearly 500,000 that was recently named one of the "100 Best Communities for Young People" by America's Promise.

THE LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Long Beach Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color, language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, parental status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics.