Physics Instructor
Salary: $63,837.00 - $73,868.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00508
Closing: 3/9/2026 8:00 AM Eastern
Location: Main Campus - 1701 E Front Street, Traverse City
Division: Educational Services
Summary & Qualifications:
This full-time teaching position in the Physics Department includes instruction in the following courses: Introductory Physics, College Physics, and Calculus-Based Physics, and also teaches the associated physics labs. Responsibilities may include the possibility of teaching night, weekend, and online courses. This individual must be able to work independently, collaborate with others, participate in curriculum development, and follow teaching effectiveness guidelines. In addition to instructional duties, the candidate will be expected to perform other tasks related to the position. These tasks include maintaining the physics lab, supervising adjuncts and student workers, student advising, serving on college committees, and course development.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, and REGISTRATIONS
Required:
• A Master's degree in physics, or a master's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in physics
• Teaching experience
Essential Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Planning
1. Participates in Discipline and Department curriculum development activities.
2. Develops and distributes course syllabi for each course taught to each student, which:
a. conveys the goals and outcomes of the course,b. reflects the curriculum adopted by the discipline for said course,c. establishes and communicates challenging expectations for students,d. explains the relationship of those expectations to the grading and assessment process.3. Plans thoroughly on a daily, weekly, and term basis to ensure implementation of the established curriculum and provides strong support for students in their pursuit of established expectations.
4. Develops plans that promote the development of higher-order thinking skills in the instructional process.
5. Develops and maintains course outlines, which are reviewed annually.
Instruction
1. Provides motivation to learn via:a. thorough planning,b. enthusiasm for subject matter,c. appropriate climate for learning within the classroom,d. relevant and current course content,e. understanding of individual differences and learning styles.2. Facilitates and paces instruction to maximize learning.
3. Utilizes varied instructional delivery modes.
4. Assesses learning frequently using various methods, such as:a. questioning techniquesb. oral and/or written quizzesc. student presentationsd. writing assignments, self-determined assessment Instruments5. Provides remediation as deemed appropriate and possible.
6. Develops and administers exams consistent with learning goals, including a final examination.
7. Possibility of teaching evening and weekend courses.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions due to travel between buildings, and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to effectively present lectures and information to students and academic area leadership in a clear and understandable manner.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to comprehend and apply principles of calculus, algebra, and statistical theory. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents and logarithms.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete concepts.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; and talk or hear; and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
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