Part Time Physics Instructor

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Niagara College seeks a Part Time Physics Instructor to teach general and calculus-based physics labs in the Business & STEM division. Courses are held on the main campus in Sanborn, NY, with delivery formats including face-to-face, Zoom, hyflex, and online options.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Physics or related field (or equivalent with 18 graduate hours) and has post-secondary teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physics or related field (or Master’s with 18 graduate hours) and at least one year of post-secondary teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in delivery formats (face-to-face, Zoom, hyflex, hybrid, blended, online).
• Hold office hours (in person or virtual).
• Report on student learning outcomes at semester end.
• Report grades at semester end.

Skills

Teaching

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Physics or related field / Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Physics

Job description

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated in the posting. Persons meeting the required qualifications should submit the following:

• Cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names and contact information for three (3) current, work‑related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Position Information

Title: Part Time Physics Instructor

Category: Faculty

Status: FLSA Exempt

Department: Physics

Work Hours: Part Time

Remuneration: $1,008 per lecture hour / $903 per lab hour

Posting Number: F185P

Open Date: 03/03/2023

Close Date: Open Until Filled

General Description

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part‑time instructor to teach various physics courses in our Business & STEM division. Classes are held on the main campus in Sanborn, NY.

Courses

• General Physics I lab
• General Physics II lab
• Calculus Based Physics I lab
• Calculus Based Physics II lab
• Wave, Motion, Heat, & Light lab

Typical Work Activities

• Teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon (face‑to‑face, zoom option, hyflex, hybrid, blended, or online)
• Hold office hours (in person or virtual as appropriate)
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Essential Functions

Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population; effectively communicate with students, co‑workers, supervisors, and the campus community; develop, prepare and present information; operate computers; physically perform the duties of the position; adjust teaching to ADA provisions.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physics or related field OR Master’s Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Physics or related field
• At least one year teaching experience at the post‑secondary level

Desirable Qualifications

Background in alternative course delivery models and instructional experience at a community/technical college or four‑year college with emphasis in calculus‑based physics.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio
• Certifications/Licenses
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.