Astronomy, Adjunct Faculty

TopSciNet; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 1,100 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) seeks Adjunct Physical Science Faculty to teach Astronomy lecture and lab courses across day and evening sessions at multiple CCBC campuses and centers.

Responsibilities include preparing and delivering engaging instruction, cooperating with support staff for materials and grades, coordinating with the Department Chair or Discipline Coordinator, and maintaining one office hour per week per class.

Qualifications

• MS in Astronomy or related field for lecture courses.
• BS in Astronomy or related field with appropriate education and experience for lab instruction.
• Prior instructional or teaching experience in astronomy or physical sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver engaging, effective instruction in Astronomy.
• Cooperate with College staff for timely submission of materials and grades.
• Coordinate activities with Department Chairperson or Discipline Coordinator.
• Hold one office hour per week per class to assist students.
• Participate in departmental or college-wide activities.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Campus assignments may vary among CCBC campuses and centers.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

MS in Astronomy

BS in Astronomy or related field

Job description

Community College of Baltimore County Baltimore, MD — USA

Community College of Baltimore County Baltimore, MD USA Posted Nov 04, 2025 Due Nov 01, 2026

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Job Description

Title: Adjunct Faculty – Astronomy (Lecture and Lab Courses)
Institution: Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
Division: Instruction – School of Mathematics and Science
Type: Adjunct / Part-Time
Category: Astronomy and Astrophysics
Job Number: 2026a-16
Posted: November 1, 2025
Application Due: October 31, 2026 (11:59 PM Eastern)
Locations: Multiple CCBC campuses and centers (specific location may vary)
Salary:

Adjunct Level 1: $1,085 per credit hour

Adjunct faculty may teach up to 22 credit hours per year, typically no more than 11 per semester

Position Description

The Community College of Baltimore County seeks Adjunct Physical Science Faculty to teach Astronomy lecture and lab courses during day and evening sessions.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing and delivering engaging, effective instruction in Astronomy

Cooperating with College support staff for timely submission of instructional materials and grades

Coordinating activities with the Department Chairperson or Discipline Coordinator

Holding one office hour per week per class to assist students

Participating in departmental or college-wide activities

Engaging in professional development opportunities

Campus assignments may vary among CCBC’s 3 campuses, 3 centers, and additional community locations.

Minimum Qualifications

For Lecture Courses: Master of Science (M.S.) in Astronomy or a related field with relevant coursework

For Lab Instruction: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with appropriate education and experience

Preferred: Prior instructional or teaching experience in astronomy or physical sciences

About CCBC

The Community College of Baltimore County serves over 50,000 students and 200 businesses each year, providing:

A holistic, inclusive learning environment

Degree, certificate, and workforce training programs

Classes across 3 campuses, 3 centers, and off-site community locations

CCBC is known for meeting students “where they are” and supporting them “to where they want to go.”

Equal Opportunity Statement

CCBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to:

Race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.