https://perimetercareers.gsu.edu/postings/3121
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered:
Letter of intent/cover letter
Curriculum vitae/resume
Unofficial transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted.
Foreign degree transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees
Three (3) professional letters of reference
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Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Chair of the Department of Physical Sciences, Dr. Solomon Fesseha, sfesseha@gsu.edu.
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Dana Brown, perimetercareers@gsu.edu.
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number F00029P
GSU Log Number 21-017
Classification Title Lecturer
Position Title Lecturer of Physics and Astronomy
GSU Information
Be part of Perimeter College’s growing faculty at the heart of Georgia State University’s national leadership in innovation and the academic success of diverse populations. As the two-year institution of Georgia State University, Perimeter College is metro Atlanta’s gateway to higher education where teaching is the primary focus. Students can choose from courses on five campuses and online to follow a clear path to an associate degree or receive the core classes required to pursue a bachelor’s degree. In 2018, U.S. News & World Report ranked Georgia State as #2 among the Most Innovative colleges and universities in the nation and #2 among national universities with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. In 2015, Georgia State was the only national public university in which African-American, Hispanic, first-generation, and Pell-eligible students graduated at rates above those of the student body overall.
Department Physical Sciences
Campus College-wide
Position Type Full Time Faculty
Posting Type Internal/External
About the Department
Welcome to the Department of Physical Sciences at Perimeter College, where students explore the complex and fascinating worlds of chemistry, physics and other science streams.
Members of our faculty partner with faculty in other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields to bring STEM initiatives to our students.
Position Description
The Department of Physical Sciences invites applications for a non-tenure track Lecturer position in physics and astronomy.
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
Providing 36 semester hours of instruction (lecture and laboratory) per academic year
Providing student support and advising
Maintaining an average of 10 office hours per week
Working effectively and professionally with colleagues
Required Experience
Prior physics and astronomy teaching experience at the collegiate level.
Required Education
A minimum of a Master’s degree is required in Physics and/or Astronomy or a minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter graduate hours in relevant coursework (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) is required.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Prior online physics and astronomy teaching experience desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to teach a variety of Physics/Astronomy courses, including laboratories at the college level
Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods
Ability to relate to a diverse student population and facilitate student learning
Effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc
None specified.
Pre-Employment Requirements
A Criminal Background Check is required.
Work Hours
Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).
Salary Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ($46,350 - $56,500).
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Instruction
Percentage Of Time 100
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/01/2020
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 08/12/2019
Review of Applications Begins 10/01/2019
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered:
Letter of intent/cover letter
Curriculum vitae/resume
Unofficial transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted.
Foreign degree transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees
Three (3) professional letters of reference
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Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Chair of the Department of Physical Sciences, Dr. Solomon Fesseha, sfesseha@gsu.edu.
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Dana Brown, perimetercareers@gsu.edu.
Apply at: http://perimetercareers.gsu.edu/postings/3121
Diversity Statement
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university and accommodates individuals with disabilities. All applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Notice of employment will be conditional on background verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* A minimum of a Master's degree required in Physics and/or Astronomy or a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter graduate hours in relevant coursework (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) is required. Do/Will you meet one of these requirements?
Yes
No
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Public Job Posting
Internal Job Posting
Agency Referral
Advertisement/Publication
Personal Referral
Website
Other
Chronicle of Higher Education
HigherEdJobs.com
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Letter of Intent/Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Unofficial Transcripts of All Degrees Completed
Optional Documents
Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluation
Philosophy of Teaching
Syllabus Examples
