Instructor, Astronomy - Adjunct Pool Requisition

Instructor, Astronomy – Adjunct Pool Requisition

Join Houston Community College (HCC) to teach astronomy and related disciplines as part of our Adjunct Pool. The role supports the college curriculum, offers academic advising, and contributes to professional development and community service.

Location:

Houston, Texas – System Wide. Type:
Adjunct.

Start Date:

14 August 2025. Post date: 14 August 2025.

• Develop and teach courses and laboratories, creating syllabi per institutional guidelines and maintaining LMS shells.
• Employ diverse instructional methods, evaluate student progress, and keep accurate records.
• Participate in academic advising, offering guidance via office hours and digital communication.
• Engage in professional development: set annual growth objectives, stay current with discipline developments, learn supportive technologies, and complete department evaluation.
• Contribute to institutional and community service: committee participation is encouraged, and policies of HCCS are followed.

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Astronomy, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Space Studies, Applied Physics, Physics, Planetary Science or related field, with 18 graduate hours.
• Optional: extensive astronomy experience may substitute the graduate hour requirement.
• 1 year college‑level teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to teach day/evening classes at multiple sites and adapt to varied student backgrounds.
• Proficiency in computer usage and software tools.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills.
• Commitment to inclusion, sensitivity to diverse students, and ability to inspire a learning‑centered environment.

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity and Expression, National Origin, Age, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Veterans' Status. Contact Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator, PO Box 667517, Houston TX 77266, 713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix for inquiries. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact 713 718‑8565.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript, and supporting documents that meet the academic requirements.