Adjunct Astronomy Physics Instructor

Antelope Valley College; Del Sur (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Antelope Valley College is seeking applications for an adjunct (temporary, part-time) faculty position in Astronomy Physics. The candidate will be responsible for instructing students in assigned courses, which may include daytime, evening, online, or off-campus teaching.

The ideal candidate must possess a Master's in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics, or a Bachelor's in physics or astronomy along with a Master's in engineering or related fields. The College emphasizes the importance of understanding the diverse backgrounds of its students.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching college-level courses in physics or astronomy.
• Commitment to understanding diverse backgrounds of students.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the assigned discipline.
• Teach courses during the day, evening, online, and/or off-campus.

Education

Master's in physics, astronomy or astrophysics

Bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND Master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics

Job description

Overview

Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part‑time) faculty applicant pool for the following Math, Sciences and Engineering discipline, Adjunct Astronomy Physics position.

Representative Duties

• Instruct students in the assigned discipline
• Assignment may include teaching courses during the day, evening, online courses and/or off‑campus sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges: Master's in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND Master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR the equivalent.
• Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No Antelope Valley College Equivalency
• AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (Assembly Bill 1725; Education Code 87360).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.