Associate Professor, Earth Science

Here, a life is changed every day.

A possibility becomes a probability.

A dream becomes reality.

We invite you to join our community of passionate Associate Professors in Earth Science. For more than 50 years, our Valencia College has pioneered new ways to make secondary education accessible while adopting innovative solutions to learning.

At Valencia College, we believe that anyone can learn anything under the right conditions. With this goal in mind, we work to support students in achieving their academic and career goals. Faculty are essential to the College’s ambitious goals, and to improving the lives of our students. We hope you’ll consider applying to join our team! Learn more about our Big Idea and meet our College President, Dr.

Kathleen Plinske.

The School of Biological and Physical Sciences fosters an appreciation for the wonders of science while preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong learning. Our faculty are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, valuing both the technical and human dimensions of education. The school encompasses the disciplines of Astronomy, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Nutrition, Plant Science, and Physics.

• Full‑time instructional faculty are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, which includes the following responsibilities:
  • Teaching
  • Course Preparation
  • Student Engagement
  • Professional Development
  • Institutional Service

• Fall: 15 contact hours
• Spring: 15 contact hours
• Summer: 6 contact hours

Note: A contact hour refers to one hour of direct instructional time with students per week. For example, a course that meets three hours per week counts as 3 contact hours. The length of a contract is in accordance with the academic calendar.

• A master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution with a major in earth science, geology or related area, or 18 graduate semester hours in earth science, geology, or related subfield and a master’s degree by the official start date (August 2026).
• Position involves face‑to‑face instruction, with occasional opportunities to teach in mixed‑mode and online formats.
• Must establish and maintain Florida residency if selected.

• Masters: $67,437 – $83,387 per year
• Master’s +30: $72,267 – $88,217 per year
• Doctorate: $77,097 – $93,047 per year

Our total rewards program provides full‑time faculty a wide‑ranging combination of pay, paid time off, FICA alternative, professional development, work/life balance in a meaningful, collaborative work environment, and so much more.

• Application collection begins:
  January 2026
• Application engagement begins:
  March–April 2026
• Anticipated start date:
  August 18, 2026 (Fall 2026)

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts (must be uploaded at the time of application submission).
  Note: degree must be conferred by the time of hire.
• Complete online application form, including work history; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references to be contacted for finalist candidates only.

• Associate Professors are full‑time instructional faculty eligible for a continuing contract and will undergo the five‑year process. Upon successful completion, the position will transition into a Professor position.
• Applicants with degrees from institutions outside the United States must provide a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. The applicant is responsible for evaluating transcripts prior to submission through an authorized evaluation service such as World Education Services. For a list of acceptable evaluation services, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.

• 1. Facilitates student learning by delivering course material, guiding student interactions, and employing various teaching methods and technologies to engage students in both synchronous and…