Job Description
Department of Physics & Astronomy Temporary Faculty Pool
The Department
The Department of Physics & Astronomy acknowledges that science is intrinsically dependent on human creativity. New ideas emerge most readily from groups that include people with diverse talents, backgrounds, and ways of thinking. Collaboration among people of all cultures and backgrounds enhances our experience as scientists and contributes to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. We actively promote a climate that celebrates our differences and strengthens our department by embracing and working to increase our diversity, and by fostering equity.
The Department of Physics & Astronomy offers a rigorous Bachelor of Science program with concentrations in both Physics and Astronomy, as well as general education and service courses. As a department we seek faculty who are passionate about teaching Physics and/or Astronomy to a diverse student population.
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Department website: http://www2.humboldt.edu/physics/
Courses/Areas of Specialization
Courses offered by the department include General Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves & Optics, Electricity & Magnetism; Descriptive Astronomy; Life in the Universe; Physics of Stars and Planets; Galaxies & Cosmology; and Quantum Physics. See full listing of course offerings here: https://registrar.humboldt.edu/catalog/.
Qualifications
Generally, M.A./M.S. in Physics, Astronomy or related field is required. For some areas, B.A./B.S. with successful teaching experience in the field may be considered. Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or related, as well as training and teaching experience relevant to the course or area of specialization is preferred.
For these areas, other qualifications apply:
Electronics & Electronic Instrumentation Lecture/Lab, and Electronic Instrumentation & Control Systems Lecture/Lab
M.A./M.S. with expertise in electronics is required. Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or related field, training and successful teaching experience relevant to the course or area of specialization is preferred.
Upper-division Physics Courses
Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or related field with appropriate Physics background is required. Preference will be given to candidates with successful teaching experience and/or training relevant to the course or area of specialization.
Position Type: Lecturer
Availability: As needed
First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged.
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
Lecturer A $5,507 - $6,677
Lecturer B $6,221 - $13,224
Lecturer C $6,825 - $14,523
Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range . The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.
For more information on how Academic Year faculty are paid, see the Explanation of the Distribution of Pay .
The University: Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.
The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.
Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi'ni (over in the woods). The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several thriving Native American tribes and communities. Humboldt currently has the largest percentage of Native American students in the CSU system and has over 30 Native American faculty and staff, many from local area California Indian tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt is home to a number of leading Native American programs including the Indian Tribal Education and Personnel Program (ITEPP) and the Indian Natural Resource, Science and Engineering Program (INRSEP). There are also many opportunities at Humboldt to conduct research, teaching and community work on Native American history and cultures, with resources in Special Collections at the Cal Poly Humboldt library. The Humboldt Room in the Library has fantastic resources for tribally focused archive materials from the region. Humboldt strives to build a supportive and inclusive Native community and engages with Native communities through initiatives and opportunities like the annual California Indian Big Time, Indigenous People's Week, and a chance to network with other faculty and staff as part of the Cal Poly Humboldt Council of American Indian Faculty and Staff. For more information, please visit: http://www.humboldt.edu/nativeprograms/
It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. All CSU employees are obligated to respond to and report incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The successful candidate for this position will be mandated to receive relevant training on an annual basis. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Pursuant to the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy (effective January 1, 2022), hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of the state of California is prohibited. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States. Maintaining eligibility to work in the United States is a condition of employment. Cal Poly Humboldt does not sponsor H-1B visas for staff, management, or temporary faculty positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. See the policy and other resources located here: https://hraps.humboldt.edu/faculty-immigration-resources . Please contact aps@humboldt.edu if you have questions.
New employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2017 are subject to a 10 year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.
Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If accommodations need to be made during the recruitment and interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 826-3626 or hr@humboldt.edu
Advertised: Mar 01 2024 Pacific Standard Time
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