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Physics Adjunct Assistant Professor

Job in Folsom, Sacramento County, California, 95630, USA
Listing for: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Academic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 - 50000 USD Yearly USD 30000.00 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part‑time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining thorough and up‑to‑date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development;

utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co‑curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position

Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract. The initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1. For more information on the step placement process, please .

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

  • PS 302 Introduction to Physical Science
  • PHYS 310 Conceptual Physics
  • PHYS 312 Conceptual Physics Laboratory
  • PHYS 350 General Physics
  • PHYS 360 General Physics

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
  • Have an equity‑minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
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