Contract Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

Douglas College; Coquitlam, New Westminster; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College seeks a Contract Faculty member for Physics and Astronomy, starting Fall 2025, to teach introductory courses, including astronomy. Candidates must possess at least a Master's degree and demonstrate teaching experience. This role supports a collaborative, inclusive educational environment.

Benefits

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development funding

Access to Fitness Centres

Qualifications

• Minimum M.Sc. in Physics or related field.
• Experience teaching introductory physics or astronomy at post-secondary level.
• Familiarity with diverse student backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in physics and astronomy.
• Evaluate student progress and facilitate learning.
• Manage learning activities and resources.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Sensitivity to Diverse Backgrounds

Education

M.Sc. in Physics

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Educational Technology

Job description

Contract Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested applicants must ensure that a resume, cover letter, and a list of references are received and submitted online.This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of July 14, 2025. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. All candidates selected for interview will need to provide original sealed transcripts for educational credentials noted on their resume. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be available to teach at either the New Westminster or Coquitlam campus.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location

Salary Range

Hourly: $52.41-$114.65/hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,947; Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

The Department of Physics and Astronomy within the Faculty of Science and Technology at Douglas College offers a range of college physics courses. We invite applications for contract instructors beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. For the Fall 2025 semester, we require an instructor for introductory astronomy. Ability to teach other 1st year preparatory and university transfer physics courses will be an asset and may be required in future semesters.

For additional program information, please see:

https://www.douglascollege.ca/programs-courses/explore-programs-courses/faculties/science-and-technology/physics

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Department of Physics and Astronomy within the Faculty of Science and Technology at Douglas College offers a range of college physics courses. We invite applications for contract instructors beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. Courses include 1st year preparatory and university transfer physics, and introductory astronomy.

For additional program information, please see:
https://www.douglascollege.ca/programs-courses/explore-programs-courses/faculties/science-and-technology/physics

You will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student progress in College courses. You will plan, organize and managing learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and maintaining quality learner‐centered instruction.

Applicants will be considered based on their experience in the available subject areas and post-secondary qualifications.

Desired Applicant:
• An earned degree (minimum M.Sc. with Ph.D. preferred) – in a major area of Physics, Astrophysics, or equivalent area(s);
• Experience in teaching and developing curriculum in introductory and general physics or astronomy courses at the post-secondary level;
• Experience that indicates a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical and learning disabilities;
• Knowledge of or experience in technology that is appropriate to the discipline and its instruction;
• Strong verbal and written English language skills.

Additional Information

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is seeking contract instructors to start in the Fall 2025 semester at the New Westminster and/or Coquitlam Campuses. For the Fall 2025 semester, we are seeking an instructor for introductory astronomy on Monday and Wednesday evenings. Teaching schedule will vary for available courses in future semesters.

Workload is assigned each year based on available sections, instructors availability and expertise of contract instructors.

Posting Number

Posting Number 00714F

Position Type

Position Type Faculty - Contract

Position Title

Position Title Contract Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 09/01/2025

End Date

End Date 12/18/2025

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 06/23/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site www.douglascollegecareers.ca .

The position will remain open until filled, with a first review date of July 14, 2025.

Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying.

All candidates selected for interview will need to provide original sealed transcripts for educational credentials noted on their resume.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a copy of their educational credentials and/or transcripts as part of the onboarding process.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

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