Part-Time Faculty: EAR Oceanography

Position

Part‑time adjunct instructor to teach two sections of EAR 117 – Oceanography in the College of Arts and Sciences during Spring 2026.

• Type:
  Adjunct / Part‑time
• Salary: $1,440 – $2,000 per credit hour
• Posted: 11/19/2025
• Final date to receive applications: 12/01/2025
• Location:
  
  Syracuse, NY
• Category:
  Geology, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography

• Course: EAR 117 – Oceanography
• Credits: 3 per section (2 sections)
• Course
  
  Start Date:
  
  January 5, 2026
• First Day of Classes:
  January 12, 2026
• Instruction Mode:
  In‑person on campus

EAR 117 provides a comprehensive introduction to the geology, physics, chemistry, and biology of the world ocean and explores its impact on global climate and environmental concerns.

Salary is based on education, experience, relevant skills, discipline within the department, and prior work or industry experience. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months salary unless otherwise specified.

• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or a related field

• Develop and update course syllabus
• Order required books and materials in advance
• Prepare lectures, projects, and student assignments
• Maintain two hours of weekly office hours
• Teach according to class competencies and performance levels
• Maintain and track student learning outcomes
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner
• Submit final grades according to university regulations
• Complete departmentally required course‑related tasks

Applicants must submit online application, curriculum vitae (CV), and a cover letter.

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