About Onondaga Community College:
Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.
Job Description:
The Chemistry and Physical Science Department at Onondaga Community College seeks Adjunct Physics instructors for day, evening, and/or weekend teaching assignments. Need varies by semester but is most commonly for instructors who are qualified to teach:
- Non-Calculus-based General Physics (PHY 103 and PHY 104)
- Calculus-based, Engineering Physics (PHY 105, PHY 205, and PHY 206) including topics such as Magnetism, Electricity, and Thermodynamics
- Introductory Astronomy (SCI 103)
Adjunct Physics instructors at OCC often are asked to teach both the lecture and laboratory components of a course, develop their own course materials (e.g. lecture materials, assignments, quizzes, and exams) with the guidance of Full-time Physics faculty, and must follow college-approved course outlines for each course. A typical semester teaching load may involve a lecture section that meets twice a week plus one or two associated lab sections that meet once a week (comprised of the same students from lecture).
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree (or higher) in a Physics (or a Related Field with 18 graduate-level credits in Physics) from an accredited college, university or foreign equivalency. Related fields include: Astronomy, Biophysics, and Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong candidates will have some experience teaching at the community college level and working with diverse populations of students, especially underrepresented students.
- Professional employment experience in the field is also desired.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Must have computer skills to include knowledgeable use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and PASCO interface software.
- Show proficiency in oral and written communications with the ability to generate high-quality classroom materials.
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly and engagingly present information, lead class activities, and facilitate student learning.
- Have leadership abilities to guide students in hands-on, design, or technology management in the laboratory setting.
- Demonstrate commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Additional Information:
- Adjunct rate of pay for the 26/27 academic year is $1,527/credit hour. Classes will be assigned on an as needed basis dependent upon enrollment.
- Adjuncts are eligible to participate in the NYS Teacher's Retirement System.
Application Instructions:
- Please submit resume and cover letter that includes your availability for day, evening, and weekend courses at time of application.
- Attach unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned in Physics on application.
- The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, and two of those must be a current or previous supervisor. Finalists will be contacted prior to reference checking.
- Offers are contingent on the completion of a post-offer background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire.
Please note: If hired, official transcripts will be required.
Please contact hr@sunyocc.edu if you have questions.