Astronomy Adjunct Faculty Lecture & Lab; Evening Courses - Fall

Astronomy Adjunct Faculty Lecture & Lab (EVENING COURSES) - Fall 2026

Position Title:

Astronomy Adjunct Faculty Lecture & Lab (EVENING COURSES) - Fall 2026
Campus:
Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield
Department:
Astronomy
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct (Exempt or Non‑Exempt);
Regular, Temporary, or Grant position

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with the catalog description and approved syllabus, following the scheduled class times and using interactive teaching approaches, technologies, and methods when possible.
• Incorporate diverse perspectives, cultural and national perspectives into courses.
• Use library resources, writing instruction, computing, and other academic technologies in courses when appropriate.
• Attend all scheduled class meetings.
• Advise the Division Dean/Assistant Dean promptly about absences.
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records for enrolled students; submit required reports to the Dean, Assistant Dean, or Student Records Office.
• Submit grades by the published deadline.
• Participate in the assessment of learning outcomes and apply assessment results to course planning.
• Ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment necessary for successful instruction.
• Submit progress reports on student counseling, athletic oversight, and record‑keeping purposes; discuss any student issues requiring special attention with counselors and other appropriate personnel.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in the discipline required unless otherwise specified.
• Some teaching experience at the community‑college level is required.
• Unofficial college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview; official transcripts will be required upon hire.
• Teaching experience at the community‑college level.

Competencies and Skills

• Certification or license as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates.
• Willingness to use alternative educational delivery systems and instructional techniques.
• Commitment to integrating library, computers, writing, and culturally diverse perspectives into the curriculum.
• Knowledge of competency‑based education.
• Commitment to providing out‑of‑class interaction with students.
• Fundamental competency in the use of information technology.
• Commitment to continued assessment of the teaching‑learning process and its outcomes.
• Commitment to continual professional growth and development.
• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Position duties are performed in a typical interior/residence work environment.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
• No or limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required.

Terms of Employment

Part time. Employees must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

Open until filled.

Union College of Union County, NJ is an equal‑employment‑opportunity (EEO) and affirmative‑action (AAP) employer. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, or handicap in its provision of employment, education, and activities.