Description

Function of Position:

Faculty teach classes, develop new educational materials, assist with curriculum review and assessment, perform professional duties, and participate in departmental and institutional functions, including department meetings and committee work. Faculty report to the chairperson of the Optical Systems Technology program in the Engineering Technologies Department. Academic departments are led by a peer who serves as a department chair for a three-year term. All faculty are in the pool from which the chair is appointed. Faculty are responsible for preparing and teaching courses in the department and will be assigned to the Brighton Campus. Faculty may be expected to teach at another campus, extension site, or in an online, remote, and/or hybrid modality. The successful candidate will bring expertise in Optical Systems Technology to MCC.

*This is a temporary, grant-funded position that may be renewed annually, contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews. This position is eligible for paid time off and benefits.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge.
• Teaches courses and evaluates student performance in Optical Systems Technology as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College.
• Teaches multiple courses/sections each term, as outlined by the contract and as available.
• Develops online Optical Systems Technology courses.
• Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement.
• Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines.
• Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner.
• Maintains office hours according to contractual guidelines in order to support student learning.
• Advises students concerning academic, career, and related issues according to contractual guidelines.
• Assists the department with student recruitment, enrollment, and placement.
• Assists the department with student retention and completion initiatives, including early alert.
• Assists with development, review, and revision of department curriculum, including assessment of student learning and program review.
• Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning.
• Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriate.
• Attends department meetings as a contributing member.
• Contributes to the College through Division, department, and College committees.
• Actively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional development.
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workflow and multitask.
• Assists the department in faculty recruitment and peer evaluation.
• Assists in the development of grant proposals and implementation of grant projects.
• Works independently and in a team setting, demonstrating excellent time management skills to prioritize workflow and multitask.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair and may be assigned courses at any MCC campus or extension site location.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Works effectively within SUNY as part of a state system.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned bachelor's degree or higher in Optics (or related field) from a regionally-accredited higher education institution.
• Ability to teach courses within the department.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive campus environment.
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
• Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Evidence of proficiency with technology.
• Commitment to continued professional growth.
• Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills.
• Experience and/or interest in developing and teaching online courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or Ph.D. degree in Optics (or related field) from a regionally-accredited higher education institution.
• Five or more years' industrial/field experience.
• Teaching experience in Optics or related discipline.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following course topics: Conventional Optical Fabrication, CNC Optical Fabrication, Optical Systems, Geometrical Optics, Optical Instruments and Analysis, Wave Optics, Lasers, Photonics.
• Experience with Interferometers and Metrology equipment.
• Experience with Advanced Optical Fabrication Process.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies.
• Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching.
• Experience and/or interest in developing and teaching online courses.
• Experience with computerized student record management.
• Available to teach late afternoon and evening courses.
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently.

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity, and college budget. This position has a range of $52,000 to $55,000 and is based on the mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit-eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting, and compressed work schedules. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based on business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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