Applied Physics Adjunct

Applied Physics Adjunct - PSNS

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Department: PSNS Business & Technology

Reports to: Dean of Business & Technology

Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student‑centered learning, closing achievement gaps, leading diversity and social justice learning opportunities, and employing data‑informed decision‑making in their instruction. As an Achieving the Dream institution, the college is part of a network of more than 220 colleges, each committed to helping students achieve their college and career goals.

Olympic College is recruiting part‑time faculty to teach face‑to‑face applied physics classes at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Specific job functions are listed below.

• Teach applied physics course(s) covering essential concepts of forces, work, rates, resistance, energy and waves, in accordance with college catalog and departmental guidelines.
• Plan, develop and set up instructional and lab classrooms and online environments.
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities.
• Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement.
• This position is considered a hybrid position.

• Bachelor’s Degree in physics or a related field.

• Master’s Degree in physics or a related field.
• College‑level teaching experience.

• Foster a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Communicate promptly with students, faculty, and staff.
• Function as a team player.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered climate.
• Uphold Olympic College’s values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

We are unable to sponsor visas for this position; only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form must also be completed.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring.

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies:
Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360‑475‑7303. Olympic College is a smoke‑free/drug‑free environment.