Physical Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool

Physical Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool

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Position Title Physical Sciences Adjunct Faculty Pool FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week Varies depending on course Work Schedule Varies depending on course Position Salary Range See adjunct faculty pay rates for current fiscal year Summary

The Department of Physical Sciences (Division of Health and Sciences) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated adjunct instructors to teach various physical science courses, including lecture and lab instruction. Classes are offered in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid modes of instruction. Weekday and evening teaching opportunities are available. Join our team of dedicated instructors to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists and to instill fundamental scientific competence in students across the college. Enjoy small class sizes, supportive coordinators, well-equipped classrooms, and top-of-the-line lab facilities and equipment. Earn additional income while conveying your passion and expertise to a diverse and motivated student population.

The Department of Physical Sciences is looking for adjunct faculty to teach in these subjects:

• Astronomy
• Chemistry (organic and inorganic)
• Geology
• Oceanography
• Physics

Note that applications are reviewed periodically by department chairs and course coordinators on an as-needed basis to staff courses in fall, winter, spring, and summer terms. Approximately 10-30 new adjuncts are hired every year. Your application enters you into an adjunct pool that is monitored during specific times of year, not continuously.

Additional Salary Information:

To view our current compensation, please visit the webpage at:

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Essential Role Responsibilities

Candidates should be prepared to engage modern learners through effective and rigorous instruction that utilizes appropriate technology and employs teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles. Adjunct faculty are expected to:

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in alignment with course objectives.
• Use applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete required institutional trainings and professional development.
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus.
• Plan and deliver appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department
• Inform students in a timely manner of their progress. Maintain an up-to-date electronic grade book and enter final grades by the established due date.
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course.
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with students, including timely replies to student emails. Use the assigned HCC email for communication with the department and with students.

Minimum Education Required Experience Required Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in subject or related area to teach laboratories, master's degree in subject or related areas to teach lectures
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

All employees must comply with the college's COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements as a condition of employment.

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number NB164P Number of Vacancies Varies Best Consideration Date 08/31/2025 Job Open Date 05/31/2024 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Yes Applicant Instructions

• Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you hold a Master's degree or above in a field related to this position?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have college teaching experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you available to work weekends?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you available to teach during daytime/business hours (8am to 5pm)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you interested in teaching lecture or lab courses? Select one or both.

• Lecture

• Lab

• • Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland which include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., & Pennsylvania are eligible for work at HCC. Do you live in the commutable area or are you willing to relocate at your own expense, if offered the position?

• Yes

• No

• • In accordance with HCC policy 63.06.09, individuals with sex offense convictions are ineligible for employment or an employment interview. Have you been convicted of a sex offense?

• Yes

• No

• Indicate the subject area(s) for which you are qualified and interested in teaching:

• Chemistry

• Ear

• Astronomy, Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography

• Physics

• Soil Science

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy (no longer than 2 pages)