"Physics Assistant Professor"

Position Summary

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

American River College seeks employees who:

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• PHYS 310 – Conceptual Physics
• PHYS 312 – Conceptual Physics Lab
• PHYS 350 and 360 – General Physics
• PHYS 410 – Mechanics of Solids and Fluids
• PHYS 421 – Electricity and Magnetism
• PHYS 431 – Heat, Waves, Light and Modern Physics

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage: ARC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR the equivalent*.
2. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026.
3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

* See Application Instructions

Application Instructions

Before You Apply: Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

• Los Rios Community College District Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation *(see Transcript Requirements)*
• Equivalency Determination Request Form *(if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)*
• Supplemental Questionnaire Document (***see Supplemental Questions***)

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