Physics Instructor (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position)
- Employer
- San Mateo County Community College District
- Location
- San Bruno, California
- Salary
- Commensurate
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2025
- Closes
- Jan 25, 2025
- Ref
- 2884863957
- Discipline
- Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics & Space Science, Education
- Role Type
- Professor / Teacher
- Career Level
- Full Professor / Educator
- Education
- Bachelor
- Work Mode
- Onsite
- Contract Type
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- Academia
Physics Instructor (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position)
San Mateo County Community College District
Posting Number: F
Department: Sciences / Math / Technology SKY (DEPT)
Location: Skyline College
Position Number: 2F0046
Percentage of Full Time: The work year is 175 days (10 month of service).
FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Months per Year: 10
If other, please specify:
Salary Range:
Note:
Min Salary:
Max Salary:
Position Type: Faculty Positions
Who We Are:
The San Mateo County Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District s Strategic Plan, success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals. The District s Students First Strategic Plan is focused on Student Success, Equity and Social Justice. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at San Mateo County Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners.
The College and the District:
Skyline College, which was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution in 2015, is part of the San Mateo County Community College District, which currently enrolls approximately 23,000 students, the majority of whom are from minoritized populations. Of the students at Skyline College, 2.6% are African American, 0.2% are American Indian, 18.2% are Asian, 18.4% are Filipino, 18.8% are Latinx, 1.2% are Pacific Islander, 19.3% are White, 19.8% are Multi-Ethnic, and 1.7% are unknown.
Who We Want:
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
The San Mateo County Community District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.
The Position:
The College seeks a full-time, tenure track faculty member in Physics. The ideal candidate will share the College's commitment to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population.
The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2019. Finalists will be invited back to the campus for a final interview on Friday, May 10.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.
1. Teach all levels of courses in physics from conceptual to calculus-based, including a combination of lecture and laboratory sections
2. Assist in curriculum assessment and revisions and new course development, including student learning outcomes and assessment processes
3. Review, update, and manage lab manuals and instructional resources
4. Collaborate with other instructors within and outside the department to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
5. Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment, and technology that will enhance offerings of the departments
6. Collaborate with Dean to manage department budget, including long-range planning for programmatic resources
7. Collaborate with Innovation Center (fabrication laboratory) and STEM Center staff to connect physics instruction with center activities
8. Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies, technologies, and curricula and develop new instructional materials and techniques to meet the changing needs of students
9. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
10. Serve as a member of division and college committees
11. Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs in a timely manner
12. The college offers day and evening classes, and faculty may be required to teach a class in the evening
Minimum Qualifications:
• Possession of a Master s or above in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor s in physics or astronomy AND Master s or above in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent (see below)• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom
Physical Requirements:
Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications:
For persons applying for this position based on Equivalence, please answer the supplemental question on the online application indicating one or more of the following:
Degree Equivalence The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different.
Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master s Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:
i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor s or Associate s Degree, and
ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major.
Professional Achievement Equivalence The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Subject Matter Preparation Preference will be given to candidates who:
1. Possess a professional level of competence in physics with demonstrated familiarity with the sub-disciplines of physics
2. Have demonstrated ability to teach conceptual physics, astronomy, and/or engineering physics courses
3. Have recent successful experience in teaching or preparation to teach in a community college
Evidence of outstanding ability as a teacher: Appropriate evidence includes, but is not limited to, experience, training, or achievement that the candidate has:
4. Commitment to staying abreast with the latest developments in physics
5. The ability to reflect on and evaluate pedagogy and to examine its effect critically
6. The ability to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students abilities and learning styles in both developmental and transfer courses
7. The ability to use teaching methods that engage students actively in their own learning, promote development of critical thinking skills, and encourage them to become lifelong learners
8. The ability to use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter
9. The ability to motivate students from a broad spectrum of cultural, academic . click apply for full job details
San Mateo County Community College District
Posting Number: F
Department: Sciences / Math / Technology SKY (DEPT)
Location: Skyline College
Position Number: 2F0046
Percentage of Full Time: The work year is 175 days (10 month of service).
FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Months per Year: 10
If other, please specify:
Salary Range:
Note:
Min Salary:
Max Salary:
Position Type: Faculty Positions
Who We Are:
The San Mateo County Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District s Strategic Plan, success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals. The District s Students First Strategic Plan is focused on Student Success, Equity and Social Justice. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at San Mateo County Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners.
The College and the District:
Skyline College, which was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution in 2015, is part of the San Mateo County Community College District, which currently enrolls approximately 23,000 students, the majority of whom are from minoritized populations. Of the students at Skyline College, 2.6% are African American, 0.2% are American Indian, 18.2% are Asian, 18.4% are Filipino, 18.8% are Latinx, 1.2% are Pacific Islander, 19.3% are White, 19.8% are Multi-Ethnic, and 1.7% are unknown.
Who We Want:
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
The San Mateo County Community District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.
The Position:
The College seeks a full-time, tenure track faculty member in Physics. The ideal candidate will share the College's commitment to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population.
The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2019. Finalists will be invited back to the campus for a final interview on Friday, May 10.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.
1. Teach all levels of courses in physics from conceptual to calculus-based, including a combination of lecture and laboratory sections
2. Assist in curriculum assessment and revisions and new course development, including student learning outcomes and assessment processes
3. Review, update, and manage lab manuals and instructional resources
4. Collaborate with other instructors within and outside the department to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
5. Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment, and technology that will enhance offerings of the departments
6. Collaborate with Dean to manage department budget, including long-range planning for programmatic resources
7. Collaborate with Innovation Center (fabrication laboratory) and STEM Center staff to connect physics instruction with center activities
8. Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies, technologies, and curricula and develop new instructional materials and techniques to meet the changing needs of students
9. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
10. Serve as a member of division and college committees
11. Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs in a timely manner
12. The college offers day and evening classes, and faculty may be required to teach a class in the evening
Minimum Qualifications:
• Possession of a Master s or above in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor s in physics or astronomy AND Master s or above in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent (see below)• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom
Physical Requirements:
Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications:
For persons applying for this position based on Equivalence, please answer the supplemental question on the online application indicating one or more of the following:
Degree Equivalence The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different.
Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master s Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:
i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor s or Associate s Degree, and
ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major.
Professional Achievement Equivalence The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Subject Matter Preparation Preference will be given to candidates who:
1. Possess a professional level of competence in physics with demonstrated familiarity with the sub-disciplines of physics
2. Have demonstrated ability to teach conceptual physics, astronomy, and/or engineering physics courses
3. Have recent successful experience in teaching or preparation to teach in a community college
Evidence of outstanding ability as a teacher: Appropriate evidence includes, but is not limited to, experience, training, or achievement that the candidate has:
4. Commitment to staying abreast with the latest developments in physics
5. The ability to reflect on and evaluate pedagogy and to examine its effect critically
6. The ability to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students abilities and learning styles in both developmental and transfer courses
7. The ability to use teaching methods that engage students actively in their own learning, promote development of critical thinking skills, and encourage them to become lifelong learners
8. The ability to use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter
9. The ability to motivate students from a broad spectrum of cultural, academic . click apply for full job details