Contract Instructor: Physics & Astronomy (College Credit)

Sdccdjobs; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

San Diego Mesa College invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Physics. The position is part of the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and supports teaching in lower division physics for both non-science and STEM majors, with potential for algebra- or calculus-based courses. Begin date January 2027.

The role emphasizes equity, curriculum development, student advisement, and service on committees, with a 1.0 FTE, 10-month contract and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Recent college-level physics lecture and laboratory teaching
• Instructional methods that support diverse student populations
• Curriculum development and implementation in physics courses

Responsibilities

• Teach lower division physics lecture and laboratory courses for non-science and STEM majors
• Teach algebra- or calculus-based physics for life-science and engineering majors
• Supervise and advise students; maintain office hours for advisement
• Participate on academic committees and assist with outreach
• Develop and review physics curricula and related program activities

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Inclusive pedagogy

Education

Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics

Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics

the equivalent

Job description

San Diego Mesa College invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Physics. The position is part of the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and supports teaching in lower division physics for both non-science and STEM majors, with potential for algebra- or calculus-based courses. Begin date January 2027.

The role emphasizes equity, curriculum development, student advisement, and service on committees, with a 1.0 FTE, 10-month contract and opportunities for professional growth.