Tenure-Track Physics Professor — Community College

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College seeks an Assistant Professor of Physics for a tenure-track position in the School of STEM. The faculty member will teach introductory physics to freshmen and sophomores, develop instructional plans, and advance inclusive student success through assessment and collaboration.

Start Fall 2027; 32-week schedule; compensation based on a Master's degree: $69,144–$70,872 with benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physics with at least 18 graduate credits in Physics.
• Experience teaching physics at the college/university level.
• Preferred Ph.D. or related field; interest in science education research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach freshman- and sophomore-level physics courses with emphasis on introductory and algebra-based physics.
• Develop plans for instruction of new and existing physics courses; focus on in-person and hybrid modalities.
• Incorporate instrumentation into the laboratory classroom; setup labs and maintain equipment.
• Coordinate with physics adjunct faculty and lab support staff.
• Develop and implement teaching techniques that employ high impact practices.
• Advise students on academic programs and careers in STEM and mentor projects.
• Participate in course/curriculum development, assessment, and revision.
• Participate in department activities and uphold the Faculty Contract.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comm.

Organizational skills & multitasking

Initiative & problem-solving

Work autonomously

Education

Master’s Degree in Physics w/ 18 grad credits in Physics

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Job description

Grand Rapids Community College seeks an Assistant Professor of Physics for a tenure-track position in the School of STEM. The faculty member will teach introductory physics to freshmen and sophomores, develop instructional plans, and advance inclusive student success through assessment and collaboration.

Start Fall 2027; 32-week schedule; compensation based on a Master's degree: $69,144–$70,872 with benefits and ongoing professional development.