Adjunct Faculty: Astronomy & Physics

Adjunct Faculty:
Astronomy & Physics

We are seeking a qualified Adjunct Faculty member to teach courses in Astronomy, Physics, and related disciplines at Aims Community College. The primary purpose is to teach undergraduate courses, collaborate with full‑time faculty, and participate in professional development activities.

Part‑time faculty are compensated per credit hour, ranging from $1,297.00 to $3,753.00 per credit. In low enrollment cases, payment may be prorated on a 10% per student basis. Part‑time employees may also receive benefits based on hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer benefits (see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The faculty member will conduct their assignments and create co‑curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. Occasional travel may be required.

Applicants will be reviewed on a semesterly basis and will be contacted based on the needs of the College. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Carole Brown, Chair of Natural & Physical Sciences, wn.

• Teach day and/or evening classes at Greeley campus or satellite campuses in Loveland and Fort Lupton.

• Instruct assignments which may include a variety of courses in Astronomy, Geology or Physics depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Work collaboratively with full‑time faculty that are course captains for the courses assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and the Academic Dean.

• Master’s degree in astronomy, physics, astrophysics or engineering, or a closely related discipline (master’s degree must show at least 12 credits in content‑specific graduate level courses) OR master’s degree including 18 graduate level credit hours in astronomy and/or physics. Graduate level science education courses can account for no more than six of the required 18 graduate level credit hours.

• Previous college teaching experience.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed under the job description. Enter the job duties you have performed in the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please state whether work experience is part‑time or full‑time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Ensure you upload all required documents. Missing documents will result in an incomplete application.

Upon hire, candidates must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Candidates with degrees from outside the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators () list members who may be contacted for assistance.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College.

Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials. Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than six months (e.g., curriculum development, short‑term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay. Upon hire, all positions require a criminal background check and may require industry‑specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen.

The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.