Tyler Junior College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) and is recognized as one of the leading two-year institutions in America.
One of the oldest junior colleges in Texas, the College was established in 1926 with a mission of providing the finest academic education for freshmen and sophomore students. Tyler Junior College remains committed to that goal while also recognizing the changing role of community colleges and the need to provide quality training for technical fields.
Tyler, population about 83,000, is the seat of Smith County and is located approximately 100 miles east of Dallas. The College District serves a population of approximately 174,000 and includes 830 square miles of territory in six public school districts located in two counties.
Tyler Junior College is a public comprehensive community college with an outstanding record of academic quality offering 45 associate degree options and 35 certificate options. The College serves approximately 8,000 students enrolling for credit in academic and vocational programs and 15,000 students in its continuing education program.
Along with its superb academic programs, Tyler Junior College boasts a 75-acre, tree lined campus, a vibrant student life, eight residence halls, nationally ranked men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic programs, and a broad array of student organizations. For the business community, TJC’s Regional Training and Development Complex provides specialized training according to the needs of business, industry and governmental agencies.
PROFESSOR, ENGINEERING/ PHYSICS
DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: August 17, 2015
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Position Will Remain Open Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply on-line at https://employment.tjc.edu or send letter of interest, resume, application and copies of official transcripts to: Executive Director, Human Resources. P.O. Box 9020; Tyler, Texas 75711
JOB DESCRIPTION: A nine-month faculty position responsible to the Dean, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences and the Chair, Engineering and Physical Sciences for the following:
1. Teaching 15 contact hours in conceptual, general and calculus-based physics and engineering lectures and laboratories.
2. Maintaining office hours to be accessible for student conferences.
3. Assisting in curriculum development and selection of instructional materials.
4. Advising students as assigned by the dean and department chair.
5. Utilizing talents, academic background, and strong personal qualities to serve the best interest of students and the College.
6. Assuming other responsibilities, including committee assignments, designated by the dean or department chair.
7. Duties may include day, evening and weekend assignments.
8. Performing other duties as assigned.
2. Maintaining office hours to be accessible for student conferences.
3. Assisting in curriculum development and selection of instructional materials.
4. Advising students as assigned by the dean and department chair.
5. Utilizing talents, academic background, and strong personal qualities to serve the best interest of students and the College.
6. Assuming other responsibilities, including committee assignments, designated by the dean or department chair.
7. Duties may include day, evening and weekend assignments.
8. Performing other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in physics or engineering required.
2. Courses in engineering statics and dynamics desirable.
3. College or high school teaching experience highly preferred.
4. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to freshman and sophomore level instruction, potential for teaching excellence.
5. Demonstrated interest in laboratory teaching and development.
6. Ability to work cooperatively, and good written and oral communication skills.
7. Interpersonal skills, which reflect total commitment to student development in all College activities, required.
8. Willingness to utilize latest technologies for instruction.
2. Courses in engineering statics and dynamics desirable.
3. College or high school teaching experience highly preferred.
4. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to freshman and sophomore level instruction, potential for teaching excellence.
5. Demonstrated interest in laboratory teaching and development.
6. Ability to work cooperatively, and good written and oral communication skills.
7. Interpersonal skills, which reflect total commitment to student development in all College activities, required.
8. Willingness to utilize latest technologies for instruction.
SALARY: Commensurate with established schedule.
* This is a security sensitive position and a background check will be complete prior to hiring.
OTHER BENEFITS: Exceptional employee benefit plan. Participation in optional retirement program or Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
DATE OF NOTICE: June 19, 2015
Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Applications from qualified women and ethnic minority group members are strongly encouraged.
