Full-Time Instructor - Physics (PHYS)

Blinn College, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Bryan, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
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Position Information


Requisition Number 2022065F
Position Title Full-Time Instructor - Physics (PHYS)
Salary Range As per full-time faculty salary scale.
DBM Rating n/a
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Faculty
Anticipated Start Date 08/17/2022
Campus Bryan, RELLIS, Distance Education
Application Deadline
Extended Open Deadline
FLSA Status Exempt
Security Sensitive? Yes
Work Hours As required by the Blinn College Faculty Handbook

Position Summary Information


Objective
To perform the day-to-day operations of the instructional programs in physics.
Essential Duties
Blinn College expects all faculty members to demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence. The essential duties of all faculty are as follows:
Instruction and Classroom Management
• Maintain access to students through office hours and electronic communication.
• Prepare, maintain and utilize an accurate course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media and educational resources.
• Maintain student participation and attendance in class.
• Conduct classes and final exams punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Student Success
• Advise or refer students to available academic support, advising, and counseling services.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students.
Assessment Duties
• Hold sole responsibility to assess students’ performances through a range of formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
Professional Development and Service
• Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development opportunities and effective teaching methodologies.
• Actively engage in collegial activities in a professional manner across the department, college, and communities such as departmental meetings, committees, and Blinn College partner collaborations.
Institutional Responsibilities
• Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions.
• Comply with all college policies and procedures.
• Exhibit effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Attend college orientations, required institutional meetings, and trainings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Masters degree in physics
Knowledge of introductory, college, and university topics and laboratory activities.
Preferred Experience and Training
Experience teaching online or blended courses
College teaching experience
Ph.D. in physics
Experience using Desire to Learn (D2L) learning management system
Modern pedagogy in physics including use of online resources
Physical Requirements
Required Degree, License or Certifications
Masters degree or higher in physics or
Masters degree or higher in closely related area with minimum of 18 graduate credit-hours in physics
Special Notes To Applicants
This position will be based on the Bryan campus; however, courses may be taught on all campus locations. Teaching assignments may include evening and/or weekend hours. Applications lacking a cover letter, resume, and transcripts will be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed. Requested documents should be attached to the application as PDF files. Unofficial graduate transcripts may be attached to this application, but official graduate transcripts must be sent directly to Blinn College by the graduate degree-granting institution (to Dean of Agricultural & Natural Sciences, PO Box 6030, Bryan, TX 77805) All foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an evaluation from a certified credential evaluation agency. A short teaching demonstration will be required of applicants invited for interview. This is a 9 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverage’s can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/. Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month of contract. Paid leave for college designated holiday’s, spring break, thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year). All non-US residents applicants must have proof of an H1B VISA or a VISA Sponsorship.
Credentials
The College assigns appropriately credentialed faculty members in support of educational quality and the mission of the College, in keeping with Board policy DBA LOCAL-X (Employment Requirements and Restrictions – Credentials and Records: Credentials). College policy is consistent with sound educational practice and SACSCOC guidelines. Primary consideration is given to the highest degree earned in the discipline. Furthermore, Blinn College’s Faculty Credentialing Guidelines table specifies recommended credentials for each rubric within the college’s course inventory. http://www.blinn.edu/academic_affairs/Faculty_Credentialing_Guidelines.pdf
Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/10332

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