Johnson C Smith University Hiring for Adjunct Instructor of Physics at Charlotte, NC Full Time

The Department of Natural and Behavior Sciences invites applications for part-time faculty to teach courses in physics. Applicants must possess at least a masters degree with 18 graduate hours in physics. Questions may be directed to [email protected].

• Teach part-time credit hours of coursework each semester specified by need.

• Hold part-time office hours per week, with 1/2 being regularly scheduled and the remaining 1/2 held by appointment.

• Maintain accurate records of class attendance and performance in all courses and report non-attendance to registrar as requested per the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.

• Support proper assessment of all associated programs, including major degree programs and Liberal Studies.

• Assign course grades in keeping with University guidelines and provide mid-term and final grades on the date assigned.

• Welcome to participate in University-Sponsored faculty development programs, such as workshops, conferences, and programs.

• Follow all classroom procedures as described in the Faculty Handbook and provide proper and timely feedback to student assignments.

• Meet regularly all classes during their assigned meeting times and for their fully scheduled class period, canceling class only according to University guidelines. Report any class absences.

• Maintain University guidelines of professional conduct in the classroom and on other occasions with students and other members of the University community.

Qualifications

A Master’s Degree in teaching disciplines or at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline, or a documented justifiable scholarly and professional experience in the discipline certified by the respective College Dean. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required. The equivalent combination of Education and related work experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Files to be submitted are 1) Letter of Application; 2) Curriculum Vitae; 3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy; 4) Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official transcripts will be required of al/finalists); 5) Official JCSU Application 6) Three signed Letters of Recommendation on letterhead from individuals familiar with the candidate’s teaching abilities are also required.