"Geology Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)"

Geology Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Posting Number: F01270

Location: Diablo Valley College

Description of Position: Teaching one section of physical geology lab in the Spring of 2026 with the potential of continued work contingent on positive evaluations.

Inquiries: Ji Yeon Shin (jshin@dvc.edu) or Charles Ramos (cramos@dvc.edu)

Position Status: Non-Tenure Track

EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff

Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty

Department: D3545-Physics, Geology, Astronomy & Geography

Duties and Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules; 2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking; 3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work; 4. meeting with students outside of class; 5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; 6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas; 7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member; 8. maintaining accurate academic records; 9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience: Master's in geology, geophysics, earth sciences, meteorology, oceanography or paleontology OR Bachelor's in geology AND Master's in geography, physics, or geochemistry

Desirable Qualifications: Experience teaching physical geology at community colleges or four-year universities. Effective oral and written communication skills.

Job Open Date: 10/03/2025

Job Close Date: 11/3/2025

Employment Begins: Spring 2026

# of Months: At least one semester with potential for additional work