Lecture Demonstration Specialist, University of Chicago

 https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Lecture-Demonstration-Specialist_JR27278

Department
 

PSD Physics: Teaching Support

About the Department
 

The Department of Physics at The University of Chicago was established in 1893 by A. A. Michaelson. As then, the Physics Department continues to prides itself on cross-disciplinary research which is carried out over several multi-disciplinary institutes and centers: the Enrico Fermi Institute, the James Franck Institute, the Institute for Molecular Engineering, the Institute for Biophysical Dynamics, the Kavli Institute for Cosmological Physics, the Kadanoff Center for Theoretical Physics, and the Computation Institute. The Physics Department values the benefits that diversity brings to life and science. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive environment that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry encouraging diverse perspectives, intellectual engagement and exchange.

Job Summary
 

We are looking for someone to fill the position of Lecture Demonstration Specialist in the Department of Physics at the University of Chicago. The Lecture Demonstration Specialist provides full-time support for lectures taught by faculty. This support includes daily preparation and set up of physics demonstrations requested by instructors, as well as other general support for educational activities within the department. Existing demonstrations cover the full range of the undergraduate physics curriculum, utilizing experimental apparatus ranging from early 1900’s to modern technology. An important part of the job is researching and developing new lecture demonstrations, both on your own initiative and in response to faculty requests, for which the department provides substantial resources including a well stocked machine shop with 3D printing and laser cutting capabilities. The Lecture Demonstration Specialist works closely with both the instructional laboratory and administrative staff, in an environment which is professional, collegial and friendly.

Responsibilities

• Takes primary responsibility for lecture demonstration support. Consults with faculty to provide appropriate and effective support for their classroom teaching. This includes setting up and testing requested demonstrations before lectures, operating demonstrations during lecture when requested.

• Maintains, documents, and improves existing demonstrations, identifying and disposing of apparatus no longer in use, and reorganizing the demonstration storage and work space.

• Maintains a lecture demonstration website and catalog of digital photos, videos, and associated media.

• Conducts research and development of new demonstrations, both in response to faculty requests and on his own initiative.

• Acts as a resource for and instructs faculty on the proper usage of technical scientific apparatus. Uses best practices and laboratory knowledge to promote safety in handling hazardous equipment and materials.

• Works with faculty to develop interactive tools for supporting new teaching methods.

• Oversees the lecture facilities, including the following: recommending purchases of lecture/teaching facility equipment such as computers, software, technical apparatus, and supplies; and identifying building maintenance problems related to lecture facilities.

• Supports department outreach programs and special events.

• Actively participates in the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) and other professional organizations in regard to physics teaching pedagogy.

• Prepares and tests lecture demonstrations to ensure consistency with course content. Works with faculty or staff to determine the suitability of demonstrations for specific lectures.

• Provides support for and solves general audio/visual issues.

• Instructs students, staff, and faculty in the operation of laboratory and classroom equipment. Promotes safety in handling equipment and/or materials.

• Performs other related work as needed.

 

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in physics or closely related field such as mechanical or electrical engineering.

Experience:

• Engineering design.

• Familiarity with current developments in physics teaching pedagogy.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Machine shop (e.g. metalwork, woodwork, 3D printing, laser cutting).

• Electronic repair and circuit design.

• Computer programming skills.

• Audio/video production and editing skills.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to repair and maintain scientific apparatus, including older homemade equipment.

• Ability to assist with audio visual and computer systems as needed.

• Able to respond on short notice and work under stressful conditions.

• Able to work independently and develop projects on their own initiative and with minimal supervision, as well as working in a group environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• The work takes place in the Kersten Physics Teaching Center (KPTC) on the main campus of the University of Chicago.

• Able to work standing up for extended times and move moderately heavy equipment.

• Able to lift up to 50lbs.

• Ability to safely work with commonly used physics laboratory equipment such as high and low voltage power supplies, oscilloscopes, function generators, cryogenics, gas cylinders, lasers, radioactive sources, etc.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

• References (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Academic Affairs

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Biweekly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

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Two-Year Astro Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Monash University, AU

 

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

Job No.: 666284

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 2-year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $114,951 - $136,505 pa Level B / $140,812 - $162,366 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

The School of Physics and Astronomy at Monash University, within the prestigious Faculty of Science, is seeking a dedicated fixed-term Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in astronomy and astrophysics. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong passion for teaching, who can contribute to our full range of astrophysics courses and also engage in research in astrophysics and/or physics and astronomy education. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing the School’s innovative, evidence-based pedagogy in the undergraduate astrophysics curriculum. Please note that this position carries a higher teaching load than a typical teaching and research role, offering a unique opportunity to focus more intensively on education.

Why Choose Monash University's School of Physics and Astronomy?

• Commitment to Excellence: We are dedicated to providing top-tier teaching and research in astronomy, astrophysics, experimental physics, and theoretical physics.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to improving the diversity of our staff and students and promoting a culture of equality, fairness, respect, and openness. In 2023, we received the Silver Pleiades Award, recognizing our commitment to advancing women in astronomy
• Innovative Research: The Monash Astrophysics group is renowned for its vibrant research programs in theoretical, computational, and observational astrophysics. Our research covers a broad spectrum of astrophysics topics, including star formation, stellar evolution, nucleosynthesis, Galactic chemical evolution,  compact objects, gravitational waves, and time-domain astronomy. The School of Physics and Astronomy also has a Physics Education Research Group with research foci in student experience and computational physics/astrophysics education

Requirements:

• Doctoral Qualification: A doctoral qualification in a relevant or related discipline.

The School of Physics and Astronomy and Monash University is committed to creating an inclusive culture in which diversity is embraced. It offers flexible working arrangements, generous parental leave provisions and support for parents and carers, Employee Assistance, and health care services on campus. You can view the range of attractive employee benefits here. There are a range of career development, leadership opportunities and mentoring opportunities. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset.

Our collaborative and supportive environment will offer you many benefits including a competitive salary (including 17% superannuation), possible visa, travel and relocation support for international or interstate candidates and opportunities for training and development. This challenging role will deliver great rewards to the right applicant.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

Learn more about Monash.

Be part of our story. Work with us to #ChangeIt.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents. 

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries

Professor Stefan Maier, Head of School, stefan.maier@monash.edu

Professor Paul Lasky, Head of Monash Astrophysics, paul.lasky@monash.edu 

Dr Anna Phillips, Head of Physics Education Research, anna.phillips@monash.edu 

Position Description: 

Lecturer - Level B

Senior Lecturer - Level C

Applications Close: Monday 23 September 2024, 11:55pm AEST

Supporting a diverse workforce

Chief Editor, Physical Review Physics Education Research, International

The American Physical Society is conducting an international search for a new Chief Editor of Physical Review Physics Education Research (PRPER). A top ranked journal in its field, PRPER covers the full array of experimental and theoretical research relating to the teaching and learning of physics and astronomy. PRPER is also the only fully open access journal for physics education research.

 

The Chief Editor is key in shaping the journal and growing and elevating it within the community. The person in this role is responsible for the journal content, leading the Editorial Team, and the journal’s daily operation. As Chair of the Editorial Board, the Chief Editor selects and leads the journal’s board members, in consultation with the Managing Editor. They also appoint and oversee the journal’s Statistical Modeling Review Committee. The Chief Editor must be visionary and strategic, collaborating with APS Publications Leadership and Management to develop the journal’s scope and direction. 

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

●       Stature in a field of research within the scope of PRPER and with the journal’s author/referee communities

●       Excellent knowledge of the research landscape in PRPER’s areas of coverage

●       A track record of editorial service with scholarly journals

●       Ability to work effectively with an international array of authors, referees, and editors, and with the APS

●       The advocacy skills, integrity, and wisdom to lead the journal in responding to publication matters and issues important to all communities served by the journal

●       Experience leading and mobilizing teams (even without direct line management authority)

●       Experience chairing meetings with diplomacy and ensuring that all members have the opportunity to contribute

●       Ability to make prompt independent evaluations and decisions

●       Proven track record of identifying opportunities for improvement and executing appropriate change

●       Strong sense of integrity and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive research community.

 

As a part of the APS Editorial Team, the Chief Editor is expected to maintain and promote a productive and positive work environment focused on professional excellence and in alignment with APS Core values.

 

 

The Chief Editor may maintain their present position and location while devoting a fraction of their time to this position. The initial appointment is for a three-year term with renewal possible after review. Compensation will depend on the specific demands of the role. The desired starting date is Jan 1, 2025, with some availability in late 2024 to allow for a transition with the current Chief Editor.

 

The American Physical Society is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from or nominations of women and members of minority groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, pregnancy (including childbirth or related condition), citizenship, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information, other non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Applicants from all over the world are invited to reply, and location in the US is not a requirement. Review of applications will begin in October 2024 and continue until a candidate is selected. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent to: Editorial Search Committee, at edsearch@aps.org.

 

T/TT in STEM Education and Equity, University of California Riverside

 Assistant or Associate Professor of STEM Education and Equity

 

The School of Education (SOE) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) invites applications and nominations for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor of STEM Education and Equity. The position will commence as early as January 1, 2025, or as negotiated.

 

Our Program, School, and University
The UCR SOE is a growing community that serves both undergraduate and graduate students. Located in a region rich in racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity, SOE serves majority students of color with a high percentage of working class and first-generation college students and boasts the most diverse faculty of a School of Education in the University of California system. Divided into area groups devoted to higher education; leadership and policy; social, cultural, linguistic, and racial analysis; cognition and learning; school psychology; and special education, our collective mission is to call students to teach students and advance equitable and transformative educational systems and practices that are reflective of and responsive to our local racially and economically diverse communities.

 

UCR is a member of the American Association of Universities (AAU). As a Minority Serving Institution, UCR ranks among the top public universities for Making a Public Impact (No. 20, Princeton Review) and is No. 2 among public universities in the U.S. for social mobility (No. 1 from 2019-2021). UCR has several designations that underscore its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. UCR is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). As the only public research university in diverse Inland Southern California, UCR’s School of Education is positioned to shape effective service delivery for historically and multiply marginalized young people locally and across the state.

 

Position Description

We are seeking a faculty member with commitments to advancing the field of equity and justice-based STEM Education. This includes research that expands perspectives and ideas, utilizes and builds on critical theoretical and methodological approaches, and demonstrates expertise in critical epistemic foundations that challenge and reimagine dominant, Eurocentric approaches to STEM education. Candidates could take on a variety of specific research directions and inquiries within STEM education across a variety of levels (e.g., systemic, structural, institutional). We are most interested in candidates invested in advancing research on the social constructs that impact STEM access such as identity, socialization, racialization, and more. Additionally, we especially encourage applicants with commitments to reclaiming Indigenous, or other non-dominant epistemologies in STEM, that draw from asset-based and culturally sustaining, justice-oriented theoretical foundations.

 

We welcome applications with any area of research in STEM equity and justice, especially focused on the populations we serve at UCR and in the Inland Empire, and that go beyond naming lack of representation. Particular research focus that candidates might engage in include, but are certainly not limited to:

• Ethno-STEM (e.g., ethnomathematics, land education, decolonization)
• Critical and race-focused theories in STEM Education (e.g., anti-blackness, critical race theory, feminist epistemologies)
• STEM effective, engaged, and culturally sustaining teaching and learning for historically marginalized populations (e.g., women, youth of color, linguistically diverse students, neurodiverse students, LGBTQ+ students)
• System-wide analyses, practices, and policies that structurally advance race and gender equity and justice in STEM
• Examination of the digital divide, the growing popularity of online learning and artificial intelligence, and its impact on equitable STEM learning

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Minimum Qualifications (required at time of application):

 

• An earned doctorate in a field of STEM Education (e.g., Mathematics Education, Science Education, Computer Science Education, Engineering Education) or related fields (e.g., Higher Education, Early Childhood Education, Social/Cultural Foundations in Education, Ethnic Studies, Educational Psychology, Special Education)
• A successful record of high-impact research, scholarly publications, and external research funding in STEM education
• Evidence of effective teaching and advising of both undergraduate and graduate-level students from historically marginalized and diverse communities in the field of STEM Education
• Demonstrated knowledge of PK-16 educational equity issues and limiting structures
• Demonstrated commitment and approach to advancing STEM educational equity, and equity across research, teaching, service, and public engagement

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Contributions that address the STEM education needs of the culturally, linguistically, and educationally diverse populations of California and the Inland Empire, particularly through partnerships serving those populations.
• Understanding of the intersections of systemic racism, cisheteropatriarchy, classism, and ableism in reproducing STEM inequities.

 

Applicants at the Assistant level should submit a cover letter describing current and proposed future areas of research, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research, a statement of past and/or planned contributions to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence, and three letters of reference. Candidates also have the option of uploading evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations).

 

Applicants at the Associate level should submit a detailed cover letter describing current and proposed future areas of research, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research, recent teaching evaluations, a statement of past and/or planned contributions to advancing diversity and inclusive excellence and information for at least 6 people who can be contacted for letters of recommendation (extramural letters will be solicited by the University for the top candidate).

 

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 1 for the salary range. “Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

 

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Marsha Ing (marsha.ing@ucr.edu).

 

Interested candidates should submit an electronic application to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF01922. Review of applicants will begin July 31, 2024, and may continue until the position is filled. 

 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Physics Postdoctoral Instructor, MIT

 https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27673

Position ID: MIT-Physics Department-PPI [#27673] Position Title:  PHYSICS POSTDOCTORAL INSTRUCTOR Position Type: Postdoctoral Position Location: Massachusetts, United States [map]  Subject Area:  Physics Appl Deadline: 2024/07/15 11:59PM (posted 2024/05/22, listed until 2024/07/15) Position Description:   Apply     The Physics Education Group in the Department of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is conducting a search for a Physics Postdoctoral Instructor. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with faculty and staff, contributing to the development and delivery of on-campus, blended classes and global modules leveraging the MITx Online platform. Your work will focus on the introductory physics classes, editing and managing content, and assisting in the classroom. There may be an opportunity for classroom teaching and/or education research depending on your interest and experience and department needs; there is the potential for advancement to the position of lecturer. REQUIRED: PhD in physics or related field; experience with LaTeX; strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively, including liaison with faculty; ability to adapt and remain flexible to changing priorities; and a desire to learn new skills. BENEFICIAL SKILLS: Background in quantitative educational research; familiarity with learning or course management systems, especially Canvas; Github; programming in Python, JavaScript, XML, or CSS; Adobe Illustrator and Premiere; knowledge of instructional design or course development; and an interest and/or knowledge of Artificial Intelligence in educational contexts. Application materials should include a CV, a cover letter with a teaching philosophy statement, and three letters of recommendation. This is a 12-month appointment that will start in the Summer of 2024. There is potential for yearly renewal conditional upon performance. MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers. Application Materials Required: Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter that includes a teaching philosophy statement Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site ) And anything else requested in the position description. Further Info: https://physics.mit.edu/

Educational Assessment Postdoc, Cornell NY

 https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27538

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Associate with a focus on educational assessment to help guide a Cornell initiative focused on innovation in the assessment of student learning at the course level. The Postdoctoral Associate will (i) work with the Faculty Director of the Active Learning Initiative to coordinate assessment analysis and research; (ii) help organize and convene the Working Group on Innovation in Assessment, an effort to support research, experimentation with, and adoption of new practices in undergraduate student assessment; (iii) offer assessment research expertise and work with participating faculty to help facilitate experiments in assessment practices that are rooted in the research literature; (iv) compile and evaluate the results of the working group’s efforts to share with the Cornell community; and (v) lead and contribute to research publications coming out of the initiative.

This position is part of a Cornell initiative to learn from, experiment with, and test student-centered assessment practices; to gather and discuss practical experiences with alternative assessment practices; and to seek alternatives to competitive grading cultures and high-stakes testing models. In addition to some practical teaching experience, the desired candidate will have experience with education research methodologies and an appreciation for and interest in pedagogy and the assessment of student learning. Collaboration and communication skills are also essential skills for this position.

The Postdoctoral Associate will have the opportunity to engage with the Cornell Center for Teaching Innovation, participate in weekly seminars with postdocs associated with the Active Learning Initiative, and work with Cornell’s community of discipline-based education researchers. We expect the working group’s efforts to lead to publication of the results. 

The Postdoctoral Associate will be required to be in residence at Cornell during the semesters of their tenure. The starting salary is $65,000 per year, plus benefits, moving expenses, and up to $2,000 per year in research allowance. 

All applications are due before the deadline of May 15, 2024. Review of applications will begin promptly and we expect Zoom interviews with shortlisted candidates to begin in early June.

Eligibility: We will consider applicants with a Ph.D in any discipline. Applicants must have received their Ph.D. degree no earlier than September 1, 2019. Applicants who expect to complete all requirements for the Ph.D. degree (including filing the dissertation) before July 1, 2024 are eligible to apply. The completion date for the Ph.D. degree cannot be waived or extended.

Logistics:

Employer: Cornell University

Location: Ithaca, NY

Start Date: July 1, 2024

Length of appointment: Annual contracts with renewal for up to 3 years

Time commitment: full time, but will consider part-time appointments

Application materials required:

Submit the following materials to complete your application:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Research statement

• Teaching statement

• Three reference names provided

TWO FT Instructors, Tennessee Tech

 https://jobs.aapt.org/jobs/19930786/two-instructors-of-physics

The Department of Physics at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for two full-time, one-year, non-tenure track Instructor positions to begin August 2024. Appointees will teach introductory calculus- and algebra-based physics courses, including lectures, laboratories, and integrated studio-style classes. This would be a good opportunity for recent graduates and postdocs interested in academic positions to gain some experience with evidence-based teaching strategies.  Opportunities for research may be possible. The department also anticipates searching for at least one longer term appointment in the near future, for which successful candidates may be eligible to apply. A masters degree in physics or a related area is required; a Ph.D. is preferred. For more information, contact the Department Chair, Dr. Steve Robinson (sjrobinson@tntech.edu).  Tennesssee Tech is in Cookeville, TN located halfway between Nashville and Knoxville and approximately 90 miles from Oak Ridge National Lab.  Further information about the department is available at https://www.tntech.edu/cas/physics/index.php

Applicants are asked to apply online at www.tntech.edu/jobs and will be required to electronically upload a cover letter (including description of any prior teaching experience), a curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts of all degrees conferred required upon hire), and names and email addresses for one or more professional references who will be contacted via email. These positions are open until filled, but to ensure full consideration, all materials must be received by April 26, 2024. AA/EEO

Adjunct Faculty, Evergreen State College WA

 https://evergreen.peopleadmin.com/postings/3916

 

Job Summary:

The Evergreen State College seeks an adjunct faculty to teach an algebra-based physics course sequence in fall, winter, and spring quarters of academic year 2024-25. We expect the sequence to cover traditional topics in algebra-based physics, such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and thermodynamics. Some lab instruction is expected. Course modality is flexible: fully in-person, fully on-line, or some combination will be determined in consultation with the successful candidate. Any synchronous (live) instruction will need to be during late afternoon/evening or weekend hours. Evergreen values innovative teaching that connects theory to practice, supports learners from diverse academic backgrounds, and encourages collaborative learning.

 

Job Expectations:         

Faculty are generally responsible for writing narrative evaluations for 25 students per quarter. Faculty are also responsible for advising students as they reflect on their learning process, develop a pathway of study, and formulate their own areas of concentration.

 

Our teaching is student-centered, which means we are interested in helping students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaborative work. Because over 80% of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all are welcome and all can learn from each other.

 

A complete list of faculty responsibilities can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics (or closely related field)
• College level teaching experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Physics or (closely related field)
• Experience working with students from diverse academic backgrounds