Associate Professor, Physics

Here, a life is changed every day.

A possibility becomes a probability.

A dream becomes reality.

We invite you to join our community of passionate Associate Professors, Physics faculty who are devoted to inspiring brighter tomorrows through the power of education. For more than 50 years, our Valencia has proudly pioneered new ways to make secondary education accessible while adopting innovative solutions to learning. At Valencia College, we believe that “anyone can learn anything under the right conditions.”

With this goal in mind, we work to support students in achieving their academic and career goals. Faculty are essential to the College’s ambitious goals, and to improving the lives of our students. We hope you’ll consider applying to join our team! Learn More about our Big Idea and Meet our College President, Dr. Kathleen Plinske.

The School of Biological and Physical Sciences fosters an appreciation for the wonders of science while preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong learning. Our faculty are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, valuing both the technical and human dimensions of education. The School of Biological and Physical Sciences encompasses the disciplines of Astronomy, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Nutrition, Plant Science, and Physics.

• Full‑time instructional faculty are required to work a minimum of 40‑hours per week, which includes the following responsibilities:
  • Teaching
  • Course Preparation
  • Student Engagement
  • Professional Development
  • Institutional Service

• Fall: 15 contact hours
• Spring: 15 contact hours
• Summer: 6 contact hours

Note:

A contact hour refers to one hour of direct instructional time with students per week. For example, a course that meets three hours per week counts as 3 contact hours. The length of a contract is in accordance with the academic calendar.

• A Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution with a major in physics or a related physics subfield OR 18 graduate semester hours in physics or a related physics subfield and a Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution by the official start date (August 2026).
• This position primarily involves face‑to‑face instruction, with occasional opportunities to teach in mixed‑mode and online formats.
  • Note:
    
    Mixed‑Mode is a hybrid modality that includes face‑to‑face and asynchronous online instruction weekly.
• Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency if selected for this position.

The salary ranges for each degree level are outlined below. An individual’s placement within these ranges is determined by two factors: the total number of years of relevant work experience and the highest degree earned.

• Masters: $67,437 – $83,387 per year
• Master’s +30: $72,267 – $88,217 per year
• Doctorate: $77,097 – $93,047 per year

Our total rewards program provides full‑time faculty a wide‑ranging combination of pay, paid time off, FICA alternative, professional development, work/life balance in a meaningful, collaborative work environment, and so much more.

• Application collection begins:
  January 2026
• Application Engagement Begins:
  March–April 2026
• Anticipated start date:
  August 18, 2026 (Fall 2026)

We invite you to complete the online application form and include the following required materials:

• Resume of Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts (must be uploaded at the time of application submission)
  • Note:
    
    degree must be conferred by the time of hire.
• Applicants must complete the entire online application form, including the work history section, even if attaching a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Professional references will be contacted for finalist candidates only.

• Associate Professors:
  Full‑time instructional faculty eligible for a continuing contract and will undergo a five‑year process. Upon successful completion of the process, the position…