Adjunct Faculty, Electronics Engineering Technology (Fiber Optics)

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JOB DUTIES
 

• The Adjunct Faculty will be expected to teach Fiber Optics to Electronics Engineering Technology majors. 
• The Adjunct Faculty will introduce Fiber Optics as it pertains to the communications process. 
• Teach on topics that include optics, the behavior of light in a fiber, and fiber optic systems. 
• Provide students with the fundamentals to process connectorization of fiber, use of the special tools, and test equipment to evaluate fiber optic cable.

• Prepare class lectures, assignments and labs.
• Perform instructor duties: take attendance, submit grades, etc.
• Encourage student success by creating a supportive class culture.  
• Administer student assessments and record results.
• Provide student support outside of class time as needed.

• None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Associates degree and at least five (5) years’ experience in the field of Fiber Optics.  
• Must be available to teach on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the Spring 2024 semester.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Teaching experience in Higher Education
• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Engineering Technology, Engineering or Physics.
• FOA (The Fiber Optic Association, Inc.) CFOS/I Instructor certification.

• Understanding of the physics behind fiber optic transmission.
• Familiarity with various types of fiber optic cable and the tools and instruments used to terminate, test, and evaluate fiber optic cable.
• Familiarity with the processes and components involved in fiber optic system design, installation procedures and safety.
• Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
• Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships

CORE COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies
 
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
 
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
 
Formal Presentation: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when given time to prepare; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
 
Diversity & Inclusion: Working with situations involving different cultures/languages and responding to the ambiguity of unexpected/unfamiliar approaches.
 
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.