| Position Title | Professor of Physics (180 Day Contract) |
| Position Number | 046921 |
| Date Position Available | 08-22-2016 |
| Campus/Center Location | Kent Campus |
| Department | Kent Campus - Liberal Arts |
| Position Classification | Faculty |
| Position Is | Full-Time |
| # of Hours if a part time position | |
| Job Type: | Regular |
| Is this position Term Employment? | No |
| Last Day if Temporary or Term Employment: | |
| Is this a supervisory position? | No |
| Minimum Qualifications | Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a graduate major concentration in physics
OR
A master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in any combination of the qualifying disciplines:
Astronomy
Physics
Statics
Dynamics
Modern Physics
Optics
Quantum Mechanics
Theoretical Physics
Thermodynamics
*Engineering coursework may be included if it has a
physics focus. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Doctorate in Physics. Three years of experience teaching undergraduate physics (i.e. liberal arts physics, general physics, physics with calculus) and astronomy. Interest in advancing pedagogy in the field and disciplinary knowledge. Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends at more than one instructional site. Knowledge and experience with technology and software related to pedagogy and the discipline. A commitment to fostering undergraduate education and student success. |
| Responsibilities/Duties | Teach undergraduate courses in physics.
Work cooperatively with campus and college-wide colleagues to maintain currency of academic resources and instructional materials.
Evaluate, revise and develop curriculum, improve teaching and learning, and remain current in the field.
Attend faculty meetings, campus forums, convocation, and commencement ceremonies.
Remain active in professional development as it relates to the discipline and its pedagogy.
Participate in campus and college-wide committees and task forces, as well as serve the College in ways that promote academic excellence.
Develops and distributes to students a course syllabus for each class taught based upon the official course outline for the course.
Teaches each course assigned in accordance with the College approved course description and course outlines.
Presents course content to students and guides student discussion and course work-study.
Directs and assists students in laboratory, studio, field, clinic, or other experimental learning activities appropriate to the course, discipline and field.
Prepares substitution assignments and provides substitute instruction for faculty colleagues during occasional absences, as required and as assigned, and not inconsistent with concurrent duties.
Establishes, posts, and maintains approved office hours for professional activities and duties, which include student conferences.
Maintains required records and reports.
Serves on committees and task forces.
Attends scheduled and called faculty meetings and College convocation. In addition, expected to participate in commencement and program graduation ceremonies.
Participates in the development and improvement of curricula and courses, and in the development and improvement of instructional methods, materials, and resources.
Evaluates and selects textbook and other instructional materials for the assigned courses.
Develops and provides to students guidelines for student attendance and absence in the courses assigned.
Develops and provides to students guidelines for the determination of grades consistent with the College's grading standards in the courses assigned.
Refer students with special needs to appropriate College resources.
Assists in the development and implementation of the College's instructional and institutional goals.
Maintains an active interest and knowledge of current practices that affect the discipline and field of study.
Upholds the ethical standards and principals particular to the specific professional responsibility, and contributes toward advancement of the College.
Participates in other College related programs, activities, and community services, and in accordance with the individual's interest and abilities.
Perform other duties as required. |
Special Instructions to Applicants
(ie. Required evening hours, extensive travel, etc.) | To be considered for this position all applicants, including current Florida State College at Jacksonville employees, are required to submit the following documents for review by the department and/or screening committee. You may either attach it to your online application or fax it to the Human Resources Department at (904) 632-3390:
1. Cover letter describing how your education and experience prepares you the the duties and responsibilities of this position.
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial student copy of transcript(s), confirming the awarding of the required degree and coursework. |
| Salary | $43,195 - Master's Degree
$48,889 - Doctorate Degree |
| Job Open Date | 02-05-2016 |
| Review Date | 02-25-2016 |
| Job Close Date | Open Until Filled |
| Optional Applicant Documents | Resume/Vitae
Cover Letter
Unofficial Copy of Transcript 1
Unofficial Copy of Transcript 2
Unofficial Copy of Transcript 3
Other Document 1
Other Document 2 |
| Quicklink | jobs.fscj.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57528 |
