Part-Time Faculty: EAR 117 Oceanography (Spring 2026)

TopSciNet; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 8,600 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a part-time adjunct instructor to teach two sections of EAR 117 - Oceanography in the College of Arts and Sciences during the Spring 2026 semester. Course Start Date: January 5, 2026. In-person on Syracuse University campus.

Salary is per credit hour, $1,440 - $2,000, with typical adjustments based on education and experience. Two sections total 6 credits, posted Nov 20, 2025 with deadline Dec 1, 2025.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update course syllabus
• Order required books and materials in advance
• Prepare lectures, projects, and student assignments
• Maintain two hours of weekly office hours
• Teach according to class competencies and performance levels
• Meet all designated class periods and communicate absences to the department chair
• Maintain and track student learning outcomes
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner
• Submit final grades according to University regulations
• Complete departmentally required course-related tasks

Education

Ph.D. in Earth Sciences

Job description

Part-Time Faculty: EAR 117 Oceanography (Spring 2026)

Syracuse University Syracuse, NY - USA

Syracuse University Syracuse, NY USA Posted Nov 20, 2025 Due Nov 19, 2026

Geology Earth Sciences and Oceanography

Job Description

Position: Part-Time Faculty - EAR 117 Oceanography (Spring 2026)
Type: Adjunct / Part-Time
Salary: $1,440 - $2,000 per credit hour
Posted: 11/19/2025
Application Deadline: 12/01/2025
Location: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
Category: Geology, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography

Position Overview

Syracuse University invites applications for a part-time adjunct instructor to teach two sections of EAR 117 - Oceanography in the College of Arts and Sciences during the Spring 2026 semester.

Course Start Date: January 5, 2026

First Day of Classes: January 12, 2026

Course Credits: 3 per section (two sections taught by the same instructor)

Instruction Mode: In-person on Syracuse University campus

Course Description

EAR 117 - Oceanography provides a comprehensive introduction to the geology, physics, chemistry, and biology of the world ocean and explores its impact on global climate and environmental concerns.

Salary Determination

Salary is based on:

Education, experience, and relevant skills

Academic/professional discipline within the home department, school, or college

Prior relevant work or industry experience

Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months salary unless otherwise specified.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or a related field

Job-Specific Qualifications:

Not Applicable

Responsibilities

Develop and/or update course syllabus

Order required books and materials in advance

Prepare lectures, projects, and student assignments

Maintain two hours of weekly office hours

Teach according to class competencies and performance levels

Meet all designated class periods and communicate absences to the department chair

Maintain and track student learning outcomes

Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner

Submit final grades according to University regulations

Complete departmentally required course-related tasks

Private, international research university with over 150 years of history

Offers more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs

Serves 15,000+ undergraduates and 6,000+ graduate students

Alumni presence in 160 countries

Located in the geographic center of New York State

About the Syracuse Area

Medium-sized city with a metro population of ~500,000

Offers low cost of living, social, cultural, and recreational options

Seasonal recreation includes water skiing, snow skiing, hiking, wineries, and biking trails

Equal Opportunity Statement

Syracuse University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination and harassment based on protected categories are prohibited. The university actively engages with veterans and the military-connected community, building on a historical legacy of veteran support.