Adjunct Faculty - Astronomy (ASTR 401 - Astronomy Laboratory)

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Applications will be reviewed when posting closes.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• ASTR 401 - Astronomy Laboratory

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

1. Masters in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelors in physics or astronomy AND Masters in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)
5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  + Example: If a masters in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submit.
• Previously granted equivalencies must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy.

Transcript Requirements:

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcripts are not accepted. For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelors and a masters), separate transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must clearly identify the institution name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight/Circle this information.
• Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (confer date) or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.
• Only official or unofficial transcripts are accepted to verify education. Graduate advising documents, grade reports, course listings, diplomas, and similar materials will not be accepted in place of transcripts.
• Applicants are responsible for concealing any sensitive information from their transcripts, such as full birthdate, social, or other personal data, if preferred not to disclose it.

Additional Instructions:

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating see other documents e.g. “see resume” or “see transcripts” will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.