Adjunct Faculty, Geology

TopSciNet; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan participation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in Geology at the Magnolia Center. This part-time instructor role focuses on planning, developing, and teaching Geology courses to support student success.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geology or Earth Science (or Master’s with 18 graduate hours), shows strong content mastery, and has experience teaching undergraduates.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, or related field, or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Geology/Earth Sciences.
• Strong content mastery and subject-matter expertise.
• Theoretical expertise in one or more Geoscience disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geology courses across various times and locations, including day, evening, and weekend classes.
• Develop and deliver engaging lessons that promote student involvement and learning.
• Advise students and evaluate their progress toward course objectives.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and orientations.
• Perform other duties reasonably related to instruction as assigned.

Skills

Geology knowledge

Teaching ability

Education

Master’s degree in Geology/Earth Science

Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Geology/Earth Sciences

Job description

Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX — USA

Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX USA Posted Nov 20, 2025 Due Nov 17, 2026

Geology Earth Sciences and Oceanography

Job Description

Position: Adjunct Faculty – Geology
Type: Part-Time / Adjunct
Salary: $55.44 per contact hour
Location: LSC-Magnolia Center, Magnolia, TX
Posted: 11/18/2025
Category: Geology, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography
Job ID: 43742

Position Overview

Lone Star College-Magnolia Center seeks Adjunct Faculty in Geology to provide high-quality instruction in Earth Sciences. This part-time position focuses on planning, developing, and teaching courses that engage students and support academic success in line with LSC’s mission to foster lifelong learning.

Key Responsibilities

Teach Geology courses across various times and locations, including day, evening, and weekend classes.

Develop and deliver engaging lessons that promote student involvement and learning.

Advise students and evaluate their progress toward course objectives.

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Attend required meetings, trainings, and orientations.

Perform other duties reasonably related to instruction as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, or a related field, or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Geology/Earth Sciences.

Strong content mastery and subject-matter expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching or assisting undergraduate courses.

Theoretical expertise in one or more Geoscience disciplines.

Maximum teaching load: five classes per academic year.

Classes held in-person at LSC-Magnolia Center.

Pre-employment background check required.

Benefits & Work Environment

Supportive, collegial environment with focus on student success.

Tuition waiver, retirement plan participation, and professional development opportunities.

Flexible teaching schedule with opportunities for day, evening, and weekend classes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lone Star College is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment is contingent on a criminal background check. LSC participates in the E-Verify program.