Adjunct Professor, Physics (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College; Celina (TX); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 62.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Collin College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to deliver physics/physical science coursework across campus locations. In-person instruction is required, with opportunities for evening and weekend classes as needed.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree in physics/physical science or an equivalent combination with graduate hours in the discipline, and teaching experience is preferred. Dual Credit assignments may be included, with duties aligning to college policies and core values.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Physics/Physical Science or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/qualifying field.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Ability to teach at multiple campus locations and possibly evenings/weekends; online instruction not included at this time.

Aufgaben

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and approved course descriptions.
• Assignments may be on multiple campuses or off-site locations and may include evening/weekend programs.
• May teach Dual Credit courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain standards in line with college policies and core values.

Kenntnisse

Teaching experience

Course instruction

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Physics/Physical Science

18 graduate hours in discipline/qualifying field

Jobbeschreibung

Primary Location:

2200 W. University Drive, McKinney, Texas, 75071

Job Summary:

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college’s core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college’s campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

In accordance with Texas Education Code §51.992, this position is designated for in-person work at a campus or other location of Collin College. Remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except under specific circumstances defined by law, including temporary illness, approved distance education assignments, or other narrow statutory exceptions. All candidates should expect to perform duties on-site. Candidates are also encouraged to review this in-person requirement and reach out with any questions if further clarification is needed.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physics/Physical Science or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/qualifying field.

For lab sections, Bachelor’s degree in discipline/qualifying field.

Teaching experience is desired.

This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional backgroundcheck requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD. Any questions related to the fingerprinting process should be directed to the ISD to which the faculty member is being assigned.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Employment Type:

Part time

Compensation:

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.