Job Details
Job Title: Lecturer-Physical Science
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 296426
About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences at Albany State University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Physical Science. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate instruction, student engagement, and institutional effectiveness. This position supports the university’s mission as a teaching-focused institution and requires compliance with SACSCOC faculty credentialing standards, ensuring appropriate academic preparation and qualifications for all teaching assignments.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
Teaching and Instruction
- Teach a minimum of 12-15 credit hours per semester in Physical Science and related STEM disciplines.
- Provide high-quality instruction using evidence-based, student-centered teaching practices.
- Teach a range of courses (lecture and/or laboratory), including introductory and service-level physical science courses.
- Utilize multiple instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online delivery.
Course and Curriculum Management
- Develop and maintain syllabi that clearly articulate student learning outcomes, course objectives, and assessment strategies in alignment with departmental and institutional goals.
- Participate in student learning outcomes assessment, data collection, and continuous improvement processes consistent with SACSCOC standards.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of student performance and course materials for institutional review and accreditation purposes.
- Contribute to curriculum development and program review processes.
Student Mentorship and Advisement
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate students.
- Support student retention, progression, and completion initiatives.
- Engage students in academic support services, experiential learning, and career readiness opportunities.
Service and Institutional Effectiveness
- Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
- Contribute to institutional effectiveness efforts, including assessment reporting, strategic planning, and accreditation compliance.
- Support recruitment, outreach, and community engagement initiatives.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student success and program quality.
Additional Expectations
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and student-centered learning environment.
- Willingness to teach across multiple modalities and support general education programs.
- Engagement in professional development and instructional innovation.
- Support for grant-funded initiatives and programmatic growth where applicable.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Physical Science, Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline (in compliance with SACSCOC faculty credentialing guidelines).
- Demonstrated potential for effective undergraduate teaching.
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
- Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
- Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction.
- Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes and accreditation processes.
- Experience working with diverse student populations, particularly in Minority Serving Institutions.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Attach
- Cover letter.
- Resume.
- Unofficial transcripts.
- A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
- Knowledge of core physical science disciplines to support student learning.
- Knowledge of student-centered teaching practices, curriculum development, and learning assessments.
Skills
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills, both written and verbal, to clearly convey complex scientific concepts.
- Proficiency in using instructional technologies and learning management systems for daily instruction.
Abilities
- Ability to support student success through advising mentoring, and engagement initiatives.
- Ability to contribute to institutional goals through assessment, service, and collaborative efforts.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.
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