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Posting Details Position Information Job Title Physics Adjunct Instructor - Pool Job Description Work as a Physics Adjunct Instructor at the Jackson County Campus. Applicant will assume responsibility for teaching subject matter in addition to good citizenship, respect for rights of others, respectfor College property, and proper attitude. Job Duties 1. Teach courses assigned by college administration. Teaching load will vary and can include regular and non-traditional classes/assignments, including classes during the day, evenings, weekends, and on-line. Classes shall be met when scheduled and for entire period of time scheduled. 2. Work with the School Chair, as directed, on annual goals and objectives, strategic initiatives, standards and measures, student learning outcomes (SLO), etc. 3. Work closely with the School Chair in the continued evaluation and improvement of subject curricula. Update syllabi annually. 4. Utilize the library and learning lab materials, resources, and services available to students and make recommendations for Learning Lab improvements via the School Chair. 5. Strive to better understand students' learning styles and work to improve teaching methods, content, and value of each course taught. 6. Provide students with course objectives and course outlines that have been approved by the School Chair and the Dean. 7. Adhere to examination schedule unless prior permission is obtained. 8. Maintain adequate records for all students and make timely reports as requested by School Chairperson or College Administration. 9. Use diverse instructional methodology including audio-visual, computer software, and other technological means. 10. Follow established policies and procedures to enhance instruction and contribute to the successful accomplishment of College goals, course objectives, student achievement, and professional development. The role of faculty members includes responsibility for the content, quality, and effectiveness of the curriculum at the state, institutional program, and course level. Mandatory Qualifications (M1) Master's degree in Physics or Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Physics. (M2) Teaching experience. (M3) Excellent written and interpersonal communications skills. (M4) Familiarity with Internet, email and word processing functions. Desirable Qualifications (D1) Doctorate in an appropriate field from an accredited institution of higher learning. (D2) Qualifications to teach various lecture/lab courses in the area of Physics. (D3) Experience in teaching at the community college and/or college-level. EEO Statement Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email addresscompliance@mgccc.edu. The College: The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS. State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs. Classification Faculty Posting Detail Information Open Date 12/04/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email): Terri Cothern Assistant Dean of Learning Resources Jackson County Campus 2300 Highway 90 Gautier, MS 39553 terri.cothern@mgccc.edu