Adjunct Faculty - Earth and Space Science (Undergraduate)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 1,250,172 - 1,780,548; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is inviting applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach NSM-1400: Earth and Space Science at Aurora University. This part-time role starts on January 12, 2026, and involves teaching an in-person course over 16 weeks.

Ideal candidates should have at least a Master's degree in Earth Science, Physics, or a related field and preferably have prior college-level teaching experience. The pay rate is $1,100 per credit hour, subject to institutional needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Earth Science, Physics, Astronomy, or a related field is required.
• College-level teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to provide evidence of alignment with faculty qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach NSM-1400: Earth and Space Science course in-person.
• Hold weekly meetings with the course coordinator.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge in Earth Science

Ability to engage students

Education

Master’s degree in Earth Science or related field

Job description

Position Purpose: Aurora University invites talented adjunct faculty who are passionate about teaching and learning to apply for this position. Adjunct faculty are qualified part-time instructors offered teaching opportunities based on course demand and staffing needs.

Essential Job Functions:

Teaching Responsibilities

Aurora University is seeking qualified instructors to teach NSM-1400: Earth and Space Science. This is an in-person 16-week course at our Aurora campus starting January 12, 2026.

Available sections:

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:40 AM-11:45 AM
• Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12:00 PM-1:05 PM

Course Description: NSM-1400: Earth and Space Science (4 semester hours)

This course includes an overview of those sciences that collectively seek to understand our dynamic Earth and its relationship to the larger universe. It incorporates material from geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy, exploring the physical laws and natural processes that have shaped and changed Earth and the universe around it. An introduction to astronomy will explore the universe and solar system, including basic cosmological principles, the life and death of stars, and the objects in our solar system.

Instructors will also be expected to hold weekly meetings with the course coordinator.

Essential Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• While a terminal degree is preferred, a master’s degree in Earth Science, Physics, Astronomy, or a related field is required.
• College-level teaching experience preferred.
• Must be able to provide evidence that qualifications align with the minimums listed in our faculty qualifications policy.

Skills

The anticipated pay rate for this position is $1,100 per credit hour. This compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.