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Primary responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory sections of Physics courses, academic advising, curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, participation in departmental and college service, and contributions to instructional initiatives supporting student success. The Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Physics, beginning Fall 2026.

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<img alt="OCC_Logo_Blue" height="80" src="https://macny.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=40782&hashed=-1410951983" width="337"/> Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY is currently recruiting for a Physics Faculty Full-Time, Tenure Track. The Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Physics, beginning Fall 2026. This is a campus-based position. Faculty are expected to teach face-to-face courses on campus and be regularly present to support instruction, laboratory activities, advising, and departmental responsibilities. While the department offers a limited number of online and hybrid courses, these are part of the overall instructional portfolio and do not constitute a remote appointment. Primary responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory sections of Physics courses, academic advising, curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes,participation in departmental and college service, and contributions to instructional initiatives supporting student success.

Responsibilities:
Teaching Responsibilities<ul><li>Algebra-based General Physics I and II (lecture and laboratory)</li><li>Calculus-based Physics I and II (lecture and laboratory)</li><li>Introductory Astronomy</li><li>Conceptual or non-majors physics courses, as needed</li></ul>Teaching assignments will be based on departmental needs and scheduling demands. Faculty are expected to maintain strong laboratory standards and ensure safe, accurate, and pedagogically effective experimental instruction. Instructional and Programmatic Focus<ul><li>Support calculus-based physics courses serving Engineering Science and STEM transfer students</li><li>Maintain rigorous and well-structured laboratory experiences aligned with transfer expectations</li><li>Teach across multiple levels, including algebra-based and conceptual physics</li><li>Contribute to ongoing refinement of laboratory curriculum and instructional practices</li><li>Provide scheduling flexibility across lecture and lab formats</li></ul>Major Responsibilities<ul><li>Teach face-to-face Physics lecture and laboratory courses</li><li>Maintain regular on-campus availability for student support and advising</li><li>Provide academic advising to support persistence and timely degree completion</li><li>Develop and revise curriculum aligned with program and institutional learning outcomes</li><li>Assess student learning and participate in outcomes-based assessment activities</li><li>Ensure safe laboratory practices and proper use of instructional equipment</li><li>Use appropriate instructional technology to enhance learning</li><li>Obtain Quality Matters (QM) certification within a reasonable timeframe, as required for teaching online or hybrid courses offered by the department</li><li>Provide timely feedback on student work and submit required academic materials by established deadlines</li><li>Participate in departmental, school, and college service activities</li></ul>

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USD $61,466.00/Yr.

Max Compensation :
USD $61,466.00/Yr.

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Master's degree in Physics or a closely related field from an accredited institution from an accredited university, college or foreign equivalency.</li></ul>           OR<ul><li>Master's degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Physics from an accredited university, college or foreign equivalency.</li></ul>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Experience teaching both algebra-based and calculus-based physics</li><li>Experience teaching physics laboratories</li><li>Experience teaching astronomy or conceptual physics courses</li><li>Experience teaching in a community college or open-access institution</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to maintaining academic standards in STEM coursework</li><li>Willingness to complete Quality Matters training and teach online or hybrid courses as part of a primarily on-campus faculty role</li><li>Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES<ul><li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations</li><li>Ability to teach physics using structured, active, and applied learning strategies</li><li>Demonstrated laboratory competency and commitment to safe experimental practice</li><li>Facility with instructional technology and data acquisition systems</li><li>Commitment to collaborative work within a department</li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>Salary for Assistant Professor level is $61,466. </li><li>Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:<ul><li>New York State Teacher's Retirement System or Optional Retirement Savings Program (401(a).</li><li>Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).</li></ul></li><li>Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.</li></ul>Application Instructions:<ul><li>To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts at time of application.</li><li>The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, two of which must be current or former supervisors. Finalists will be notified before references are checked.</li><li>Offers are contingent on the completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire. </li></ul>Please note: If hired, official transcripts will be required. Please contact hr@sunyocc.edu if you have questions.

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Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni. Onondaga Community College does not discriminate against any persons of groups based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, military status (including US Veteran status), domestic violence victim status, prior criminal conviction, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Onondaga Community College complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination laws.

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 Altanova is a leading pluridisciplinary consulting firm focused on sustainable innovation. Our Sustainable Real Estate team applies a strong foundation in engineering and technology to high-performance building design, retrofit, and operations. We are a focused team of engineers and consultants dedicated to helping our clients achieve economic success while positively transforming their environmental and social impact through grounded solutions.Role Overview: 
 We are seeking inquisitive and technically curious energy engineers with a minimum of 2 years of combined experience in Building Systems Commissioning and Energy Modeling. The ideal candidates have "the mind of an engineer", a desire to innovate, and apply their skills to create practical solutions that transform building (and portfolio) performance through design, retrofit, and operations. We welcome candidates with a strong technical background who bring a deep understanding of building physics, engineering, and a robust modeling understanding. Joining our sustainable real estate team means a unique opportunity to be involved with a variety of unique and ambitious projects, gain experience with all categories of large buildings, facilities, and portfolios, regionally, nationally, and overseas. You will work with design and construction teams to support new construction and renovation, or improvement projects, considering high-performance and sustainability goals motivated by financial success through savings, incentives, better marketing, and certifications such as LEED, WELL, EGC, MFNC, and PHIUS. You will lead the development of energy efficiency and decarbonization (electrification) plans with an eye on grid flexibility. Progressively, you will work with our analytics leads to support energy management and highly sustainable operations for portfolios worldwide through continuous and monitoring-based commissioning. Sharing internally and externally about the practical and economic viability of the latest building technologies, best-in-class design strategies, and operations, you will continue to challenge the status quo to contribute to lower (operational and embodied) carbon impact and healthier real estate for our clients.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform energy auditing and commissioning processes for (major) renovation projects and new construction.</li><li>Develop and refine advanced building energy models to optimize building performance and support sustainability goals with innovative solutions.</li><li>Collaborate closely with design and construction teams to ensure alignment with energy codes and green building standards.</li><li>Conduct thorough site inspections, system testing, and performance verification.</li><li>Interact with our team and clients to provide insightful reports and recommendations to optimize systems.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science and Technology, or a related field. PhD preferred but not expected.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in building systems commissioning and energy modeling. Certifications such as ASHRAE's HBDP, BEMP, BEAP, BCxP, and AEE's CEA, CEM, EBCP are a plus.</li><li>Proficiency with whole-building energy modeling software such as DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, IES-VE, EnergyPlus, eQuest.</li><li>Deep understanding of building energy conservation codes, ASHRAE standards, and LEED technical credits.</li><li>A natural curiosity and drive to understand complex physical systems and their interactions with human behaviors to identify superior energy conservation solutions through a combination of technology and design in a practical, impactful manner.</li><li>Professional Engineer in New York State, or the ability and willingness to secure a license in the next 12 months, is a plus.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for rapid professional growth, recognition, and collaborative development in a diverse and inclusive environment of talented professionals working every day on exciting, meaningful projects.</li><li>The chance to be part of a team committed to making a positive and lasting impact on the environment and society.</li></ul>

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About Altanova: 
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 We are seeking inquisitive and technically curious senior energy engineers with a minimum of 5 years of combined experience in Building Systems Commissioning and Energy Modeling. The ideal candidates have "the mind of an engineer", a desire to innovate, and apply their skills to create practical solutions that transform building (and portfolio) performance through design, retrofit, and operations. We welcome candidates with a strong technical background who bring a deep understanding of building physics, engineering, and a robust modeling understanding. Joining our sustainable real estate team means a unique opportunity to be involved with a variety of unique and ambitious projects, gain experience with all categories of large buildings, facilities, and portfolios, regionally, nationally, and overseas. You will work with design and construction teams to support new construction and renovation, or improvement projects, considering high-performance and sustainability goals motivated by financial success through savings, incentives, better marketing, and certifications such as LEED, WELL, EGC, MFNC, and PHIUS. You will lead the development of energy efficiency and decarbonization (electrification) plans with an eye on grid flexibility. Progressively, you will work with our analytics leads to support energy management and highly sustainable operations for portfolios worldwide through continuous and monitoring-based commissioning. Sharing internally and externally about the practical and economic viability of the latest building technologies, best-in-class design strategies, and operations, you will continue to challenge the status quo to contribute to lower (operational and embodied) carbon impact and healthier real estate for our clients.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the energy auditing and commissioning processes for (major) renovation projects and new construction.</li><li>Develop and refine advanced building energy models to optimize building performance and support sustainability goals with innovative solutions.</li><li>Collaborate closely with design and construction teams to ensure alignment with energy codes and green building standards.</li><li>Conduct thorough site inspections, system testing, and performance verification.</li><li>Interact with our team and clients to provide insightful reports and recommendations to optimize systems.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Science and Technology, or a related field. PhD preferred but not expected.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in building systems commissioning and energy modeling. Certifications such as ASHRAE's HBDP, BEMP, BEAP, BCxP, and AEE's CEA, CEM, EBCP are a plus.</li><li>Proficiency with whole-building energy modeling software such as DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, IES-VE, EnergyPlus, eQuest.</li><li>Deep understanding of building energy conservation codes, ASHRAE standards, and LEED technical credits.</li><li>A natural curiosity and drive to understand complex physical systems and their interactions with human behaviors to identify superior energy conservation solutions through a combination of technology and design in a practical, impactful manner.</li><li>Professional Engineer in New York State, or the ability and willingness to secure a license in the next 12 months, is a plus.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for rapid professional growth, recognition, and collaborative development in a diverse and inclusive environment of talented professionals working every day on exciting, meaningful projects.</li><li>The chance to be part of a team committed to making a positive and lasting impact on the environment and society.</li></ul>

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