Astronomy - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,189,000 - 1,693,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per 

Structured advancement opportunities

Professional development support

STRS pension with 14% employer contrib

High quality programs and events for W

Faculty mentoring for teaching career

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for Astronomy - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty at Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH.

Lectures cover astronomy topics with a mix of in-person and online delivery; teaching load is governed by department guidelines and the 12 credit-hour maximum per semester. Requirements include a Master’s in astronomy or physics, 1–2 years of teaching experience in various modalities, and strong communication within a diverse college community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in astronomy or physics is required.
• 1–2 years of teaching astronomy in different modalities is required.
• Ability to teach in-person and online courses is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies is expected.
• Evidence of effective communication and interpersonal skills in a culturally diverse college community is required.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Teaching in-person

Teaching online

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in astronomy or physics

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title

Astronomy - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

05345

Department

Physics

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Position Summary

The Sinclair Astronomy Department offers students anout-of-this-world opportunity to explore the universe andunderstand our place in it. Using the laws of physics, chemistry,biology, and geology, astronomers study the Earth as a planet andeverything beyond its atmosphere. The department prepares studentswith broad problem-solving skills applicable to careers ineducation, research, industry, and public outreach.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hourassigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach,please explore our coursecatalog .

This position is open only to applicants who residein Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform workwithin one of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictspart-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, andbenefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree in astronomy or physicsrequired
• Minimum of 1-2 years of teaching astronomy in differentmodalities required
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Ability to teach in-person and online courses required
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse collegecommunity
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a master's degree in astronomy or physics?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have 1-2 years of experience teaching astronomy indifferent modalities?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
4. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Master's Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other
3. Letter of Recommendation (1)
4. Bachelor's Transcript
5. PhD/EdD/JD Transcripts