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Adjunct Professor - Physical Science & Astronomy

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Full Remote
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Masters in Astronomy or Physics, Student-focused teaching skills.

Key responsabilities:

  • Teach physics courses online
  • Collaborate with department colleagues
  • Adapt course materials and provide feedback
  • Maintain communication with students
  • Participate in assessments and evaluations
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Job description

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Job Title: Adjunct Faculty – Physical Science and Astronomy

Department:  UC Online/Math&Physics

Available Date: Summer 2022

We are currently seeking candidates for teaching undergraduate physics courses online.  Under the direction of the Chair of the Mathematics and Physics department and the Director of UC Online, this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate physics courses.

The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high quality academic programs that empower its graduates to ‘seek a life-more-abundant’.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for teaching introductory Physics courses which could include but is not limited to:
    • PHYS      140         Astronomy
    • PHYS      117         Physical Science Lab
    • PHYS      137         Physical Science
  • Collaborate with colleagues in the Mathematics and Physics department and throughout the university.
  • Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required text(s), and other resources.
  • Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.
  • Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e-mail.
  • Maintain clear, consistent records in iLearn (Blackboard) and UC One (Banner).
  • Participate in department-wide assessments.
  • Respond to student evaluations.
  • Follow university policies and procedures.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•     Masters in Astronomy or Physics or closely related field.

•     Student-focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners, both traditional and nontraditional.

  • Ongoing professional development.
  • Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
  • If applying to teach online: Experience teaching Math/Physics courses online.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • PhD in Astronomy or Physics or closely related field.
  • Experience in teaching and/or developing online courses in Physics.
  • Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods.

Compensation: Commensurate with expertise and experience

Benefits: No

Job Type: Faculty

Job Location: On-Line

Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a

“life-more-abundant.”

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English
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Other Skills

  • Motivational Skills
  • Interpersonal Communications

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