Job Description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here--students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID:

4168

Internal Closing Date:

July 16, 2025

External Closing Date:

August 2, 2025

# of Openings:

1


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Salary Information:

Faculty Pay Scale

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Regular travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

Physics Instructor

POSITION TYPE:

Non-Regular 2 with 100% FTE

POSITION START:

September 1, 2025 until August 31, 2026

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

As Canada's only polytechnic university, Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is the fourth largest university in the province of British Columbia and serves communities in the South Fraser region and beyond. A leader in innovative education with a teaching-focused mandate, KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve the highest standards of academic performance.



Within KPU, the Faculty of Science has over 1,500 full-time students and over 200 faculty members and instructors from across the natural and applied sciences. Faculty of Science includes nine departments and over 30 programs at the undergraduate level, with offerings at four KPU campuses. The Faculty is also home to Canada Research Chair: Dr. Paul Adams.



The Faculty of Science offers experiential learning through hands-on curriculum, co-ops and research collaboration opportunities with KPU's Institute for Sustainable Horticulture (ISH), Institute for Sustainable Food Systems (ISFS), and Applied Genomics Centre (AGC). As well, our faculty is home to over a hectare of horticulture field lab, a working farm and a state-of-the art teaching brewery, which has been recognized internationally and locally, winning BC Brewery of the Year in 2019.


For more information about the Faculty of Science, please visit our website at: kpu.ca/science.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Physics Department from the Faculty of Science is currently seeking applications for one instructor to teach 100% FTE, from Sep 1, 2025 until Aug 31, 2026.


The successful candidate will be required to teach Introductory Physics (PHYS 1100, 1101, 1120) and/or Astronomy courses (ASTR 1100, 3110) in fall, spring, and summer semesters.


Those interested in applying can find more information on our courses by visiting our website at: Physics (PHYS) < Kwantlen Polytechnic University Academic Catalog and Astronomy (ASTR) < Kwantlen Polytechnic University Academic Catalog


Our classes are primarily taught in person and offered between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The successful candidate must be willing to teach courses at both the KPU Surrey and Richmond campuses; however, they will not be required to travel between the two campuses on the same day.



More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful candidates will possess, at a minimum, a Master's degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Physics (or related field) with demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate physics and/or Astronomy courses at the post-secondary level. The successful applicant must have excellent written and oral communication skills in order to teach effectively in English. In addition, experience with online instructional delivery will be an asset.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

A complete application must include:

A current Curriculum Vitae that includes information about previous courses taught Evidence of undergraduate teaching success (i.e., peer and student reviews). Cover Letter indicating teaching philosophy
This competition is for a maximum FTE of 100% (NR2). When possible, priority will be given to the candidate(s) who can maximize the FTE either individually, or collectively, as such please indicate on your application your preferred workload percentage. This competition could also be used to add candidates to our Qualified Faculty List, therefore also please indicate on your application if you are interested in being added to this list.

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.


Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.


If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.


We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.