Part-Time Physics & Astronomy Adjunct Professor

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District seeks qualified candidates for a part-time, temporary adjunct faculty position. Teaching assignments include Astronomy and Physics courses across district campuses, with supervision by the area dean and opportunities for curriculum development and accreditation participation.

Responsibilites include fostering student success, assessing outcomes, maintaining professional standards, and engaging in professional development and governance activities as part of

Qualifications

• Master's in physics, astronomy or astrophysics; OR bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics; all degrees from accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under supervision of the area dean and campus leadership.
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain up-to-date knowledge in the field.
• Promote professional development and use current technology in teaching.
• Participate in articulation, curriculum development and review and faculty governance.

Education

Master's in physics, astronomy or astrophysics

Bachelor's in physics or astronomy and Master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics

Job description

Los Rios Community College District seeks qualified candidates for a part-time, temporary adjunct faculty position. Teaching assignments include Astronomy and Physics courses across district campuses, with supervision by the area dean and opportunities for curriculum development and accreditation participation.

Responsibilites include fostering student success, assessing outcomes, maintaining professional standards, and engaging in professional development and governance activities as part of