Physical Science Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

Southern University at Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA) is accepting applications for the Physical Science Instructor. SUSLA is a comprehensive community college serving Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding areas in Northwest Louisiana.  It is one of five campuses constituting the Historically Black Southern University System. The University serves approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and offers 32 undergraduate degrees and certificate programs in a variety of fields including Allied Health, Nursing, Aerospace Technology, Business Studies, Behavioral Science/Education and Science & Technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Physical Science Instructor Faculty member primarily instructs undergraduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with Southern University at Shreveport’s learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success.  In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related tasks, and other activities established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success.

• Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University’s current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make connections between course concepts and real-world applications.  Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards described in the Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures.  Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion.
• Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance.
• Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and/or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment. Oversee student mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable.
• Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and Student Commencement Exercises. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards, and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement.
• Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means.
• Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technological changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status.

Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree or higher in Physical Science, Physics, Chemistry or related area of study
• Relevant professional experience, teaching, and/or scholarship
• Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution

OR

• Master’s degree or higher in any area, with 18 graduate credits in Physical Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related area of study
• Relevant professional experience, teaching, and/or scholarship
• Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theory
• High level of problem solving and decision-making ability to assess student work, address issues and concerns, and provide appropriate guidance
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, other faculty, staff, and external parties
• Technology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs
• Able to convey a professional image and represent the University appropriately within the community and with external parties

 

COMPENSATION: $51,678

TYPE: Full-time

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins August 10, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

• The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment
• *Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.

Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.

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