Pre-College Instructor, Explorations in Quantum Physics

3 weeks ago

New York, United States Columbia University Full time
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Columbia University's Pre-College Programs offer high-achieving high school students the opportunity to engage in exploratory coursework at the college level, studying alongside peers from around the world. This highly selective program is open to students entering grades 9-12 and freshman year of college.

Job Description

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus (i.e., in person) courses during Summer ’24. 

Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change. 

Session:

  • Summer B: July 16th - August 2nd

Class Times: 

  • 11:10am-1pm & 3:10-5pm EST

Course description:

This course covers the fundamentals of Quantum Physics, from experimental basics to the introduction to the theoretical framework. The course focuses on developing students’ knowledge and skills in modern quantum science with its numerous applications. The course will include lectures with an emphasis on derivation and problem sets, essays, and group projects.

Topics include:

  • Quantum mechanics (ideas of quantum state, its evolution, and application to simple quantum systems, such as atoms)
  • Quantum optics (quantum theory of light and its interaction with other quantum systems, such as atoms)
  • Quantum computing (qubits, and their state manipulation).

This course is designed for motivated high school students who want to expand their knowledge of modern physics. 

Prerequisites: Students are expected to have a strong background in algebra and classical mechanics. The knowledge of other physics fields (e.g., optics, electricity, and magnetism) is beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work
  • Lead and attend all in-person class sessions
  • Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population
  • Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
  • Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)
  • Attend and complete all required online trainings
Qualifications

  • Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
  • Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
  • Aptitude for teaching


Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: 

Summer B on-campus: $6,150 - $7,850

  • Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
  • Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching
  • Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
  • Once hired, applicants are required to submit to a third party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and Pre-College Program

For more information on the program, hiring process, and class schedules, please see here.  

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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