Physics Faculty

Physics Faculty

School of STEM

Office of Provost

Tsaile Campus

Duty Schedule:

• 40 hours per week

Summary/Objective of Position:

The successful applicant must have the background and experience to teach courses in algebra and calculus-based physics, introduction engineering, and mathematics courses in an Associate of Science in Pre-Engineering or an Associate of Science in Physics program. The ability to teach upper-division math courses is also preferred. A Ph.D. in physics or engineering is preferred. and the ability to mentor students to assist them in gaining admission to engineering or physics programs in an appropriate, 4-year university.

Description of Essential Functions of the Position

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to accurately reflection on the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• A full-time College faculty member is responsible for instruction, assessment, advising, committee work, and service to the College.
• Other duties may include grant management, research, academic advising, and mentoring, assessment of courses and programs, or specific academic endeavors.
• A College faculty member is critical in creating, maintaining, assessing, and reflecting upon a learning environment where academic discipline interweaves with the College mission to support student learning and the Din Educational Philosophy.
• The time, days, and site(s) for teaching courses vary and the mode of delivery includes online instructions a required certification of Quality Matters.
• As a multi-site college, faculty are required to teach and/or use hybrid or all online courses.
• The successful applicant must have the background and experience to teach courses in Mathematics, and Algebra Based Physics, and Calculus-based Physics.
• A minimum of a Master's degree in Physics, and a Ph.D. in physics or engineering is preferred.
• 95% Instruction and Curriculum: Times, days, and site(s) for the teaching of courses vary and mode of delivery may include online teaching. As a multisite college, faculty may be required to teach at satellite centers. Time release of up to 40% may be provided to faculty who establish competitive and sustainable research programs subject to budgeting such release is in external funding proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Minimum:

• An M.S. degree in either physics or engineering will be considered.

Preferred:

• A Ph.D. degree in either physics or engineering and industrial experience is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Physics, Engineering.

Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is essential.
• Experience with Matlab/Simulink simulation software (or their equivalent) is highly desirable.

Abilities:

• The ability to apply knowledge of physics and engineering to practical problems and research topics is essential.

Physical Requirements, Work Environment & Travel:

• The ability to lift lab equipment weighing 40 lbs, teach in the classroom setting and travel occasionally.