Technical Instructor, MIT

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Technical Instructor
Job Number: 14091
Functional Area: Academic (non-faculty)
Department: Physics
School Area: Science
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Description

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR, Physics, to serve as a member of the department's technical teaching staff in support of its undergraduate teaching program.  Duties include providing demonstrations--used by faculty--in undergraduate courses to illustrate physics principles in areas such as kinematics, electrostatics, magnetism, electricity, light, microwaves, etc.; preparing desktop experiments integrated into the course content for Studio Physics (TEAL) classes; guiding students in the operation and understanding of these experiments, facilitating group problem solving in an active learning environment, and serving as an expert resource in the use and functionality of classroom multimedia technology; assembling requested demonstrations for weekly review meetings with the course lecturer, finalizing the selection of demonstrations for upcoming lectures, and instructing the lecturer in the operational details of the demonstrations; and performing other duties as assigned. During the summer months, will assist with maintenance and improvements to experiments, including repairs, adaptations of modern technologies, and upgrades to the lab environment.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: a B.S. in physics or related discipline; at least one year of related experience, which may include undergraduate teaching and/or laboratory work; experience using common electronic test and measurement equipment; excellent mechanical and electrical construction skills; competent computer skills; and ability to routinely lift fifteen pounds and weights of up to fifty pounds and move carts of demonstration equipment around the MIT campus several times per day. Seek an organized, detail-oriented team player capable of taking initiative and handling multiple tasks in a student-centered environment. Preference will be given to those with directly related experience.  Job #14091


10/11/16

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.

Physics Educational Technology Specialist, Vernier Software & Tech, Beaverton OR

SUMMARY Provides technical support and training in the use of Vernier products, primarily in the field of physics. Develops and tests new products including sensors, software, curricula and other written material. Based out of the Vernier office in Beaverton, Oregon.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Answers technical questions and assists customers by phone and email. Emphasis will be on helping physics instructors, but may include other disciplines from time to time. Develops and tests new hardware and software. Travels to work at conferences, to present workshops, and for product demonstrations. Provides teacher training at the Vernier office and at schools both locally and around the country. Performs quality control checks on existing products. Writes and/or edits curricula, product documentation, articles, and marketing copy. A significant responsibility will include the development of new physics products. The person will help define and specify projects from vague concepts, and will drive projects from idea phase to shipping products.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Attributes of a successful candidate include: A solid knowledge of physics Understanding enough environmental science, chemistry, and biology to provide basic assistance to teachers in these disciplines Comfort with evolving and cutting-edge technology Organized and detail-oriented Excellent task follow-through Effective at working in a team environment Excellent self-direction  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED SKILLS Bachelor's degree or higher in physics from an accredited four-year college or university is required. Recent experience teaching physics using Vernier products at the high school, two-year college, or four-year college/university level is required. Significant experience using desktop computer systems running Windows and Mac OSX. Familiarity with mobile technology use in an educational environment.  Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply at http://vernier.iapplicants.com/searchjobs.php For more information visit www.vernier.com. Vernier Software & Technology is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.