Physics/Astronomy Instructor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System • Madisonville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Teaching assignment includes, but is not limited to, physics and astronomy courses and may include face-to-face day and evening, hybrid, accelerated, and online delivery modalities. Faculty responsibilities include advising, committee work and other institutional service, community service, and professional development. The successful candidate must possess a strong commitment to student learning and will be receptive to using active and engaged teaching methods and technology in the classroom. In addition, candidates should demonstrate an interest in the mission of the comprehensive community college concept.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in physics or astronomy from a regionally accredited college or university, master’s degree in any field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in physics or astronomy.
• Previous teaching experience, particularly in the community college setting, is preferred.
• Online application – https://careers.kctcs.edu/madisonville
• Cover letter.
• Resume/CV
• Copy of all college transcripts. Official transcripts needed within 30 days of hire.
• Kentucky State Law requires state and national pre-employment background checks as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignment includes, but is not limited to, physics and astronomy courses and may include face-to-face day and evening, hybrid, accelerated, and online delivery modalities.
• Faculty responsibilities include advising, committee work and other institutional service, community service, and professional development.
• Possess a strong commitment to student learning and will be receptive to using active and engaged teaching methods and technology in the classroom.
• Demonstrate an interest in the mission of the comprehensive community college concept.

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level