Regular Probationary Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

Douglas College

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location

New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range

$71,846 to $115,129 annually. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

For additional program information, please see:

https://www.douglascollege.ca/programs-and-courses/areas-study/science-and-technology/physics

WHO WE ARE Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

Transit-accessible campuses
Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
Competitive salaries
Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
Professional Development opportunities
Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

The Department of Physics and Astronomy within the Faculty of Science and Technology at Douglas College offers a range of college physics courses. We invite applications for a part-time regular instructor beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. Courses include 1st year preparatory and university transfer physics, and introductory astronomy. Workload distribution for the 2026-2027 academic year will be 2.0 sections in Fall 2026 and 4.0 sections in Winter 2027.

For additional program information, please see:

https://www.douglascollege.ca/programs-and-courses/areas-study/science-and-technology/physics

You will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student progress in College courses. You will plan, organize and managing learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and maintaining quality learner‐centered instruction.

Applicants will be considered based on their experience in the available subject areas and post-secondary qualifications.

Desired Applicant:

An earned degree (minimum M.Sc. with Ph.D. preferred) – in a major area of Physics, Astrophysics, or equivalent area(s);
Experience in teaching and developing curriculum in introductory and general physics or astronomy courses at the post-secondary level;
An ability and willingness to teach introductory astronomy in evening classes;
Experience that indicates a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical and learning disabilities;
Knowledge of or experience in technology that is appropriate to the discipline and its instruction;
Strong verbal and written English language skills.
Experience teaching engineering students and courses is an asset. Candidates who possess a P.Eng. designation may be eligible to increase workload beyond the minimum 75% that is currently available.

Additional Information

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is seeking a part-time probationary regular instructor to start in the Fall 2026 semester. Teaching schedule will vary each semester.

Workload is assigned each year based on available sections, instructors availability and expertise of contract instructors. For the 2026-2027 academic year, six (6) sections of work are available, corresponding to a workload of 75%.

Posting Number

00781F

Position Type

Faculty - Probationary Regular

Position Title

Regular Probationary Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

Anticipated Start Date

08/16/2026

End Date

Needs a Criminal Records Check

How To Apply

Open Date

06/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Important Note

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site www.douglascollegecareers.ca.

The position will remain open until filled, with a first review date of July 14, 2026.

Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying.

All candidates selected for interview will need to provide original sealed transcripts for educational credentials noted on their resume.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a copy of their educational credentials and/or transcripts as part of the onboarding process.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.

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EQUITY STATEMENT

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.