Full-Time Faculty/Tenure Track Instructor - Earth Science, Astronomy

Full-Time Faculty/Tenure Track Instructor - Earth Science, Astronomy Santa Monica College Salary: $75,462.00 - $157,233.00 Annually Job Type: Full Time Faculty Job Number: 00307 Location: CA 90405, CA Closing: 1/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Job Duties The Earth Science Department of Santa Monica College seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track teaching position in Astronomy to begin in the fall semester of 2025. Experience in observational astronomy and astronomical instrumentation is especially welcomed. The job duties and responsibilities expected in this position include the following: Teach transfer-level lecture and laboratory courses in astronomy, astrobiology and astrophysics to our diverse student body. Teach a combination of on-ground, hybrid and fully online astronomy courses. Expand and update current courses and develop new courses in astronomy. Operation and maintenance of our new state-of-the-art astronomical observatory and digital planetarium, including both hardware and software. Act as an advisor for the Santa Monica College Associated Students Astronomy Club. Public outreach to the local community. Collaborate with other Earth Science faculty members to design, evaluate, and implement course materials and classroom assessment strategies that enhance student success and persistence toward achieving academic/career goals. Collaborate with Earth Science faculty on program review reports. Maintain office hours during each semester. Serve on faculty hiring and evaluation committees. Participate in campus-wide shared governance activities such as serving on the Academic Senate and/or its committees and the Santa Monica College Faculty Association. Actively participate in relevant professional development opportunities. Commitment to evidence-based (scientific) instructional practices. Commitment to equitable instructional methods. Minimum Qualifications Applicant must meet the minimum qualifications of an Astronomy faculty discipline at the college. To review the minimum qualifications for faculty disciplines, refer to Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, which can be found on the California Chancellor's Office website. Possess a Master's degree from an accredited institution in physics, astronomy or astrophysics. OR Bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND Master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics. OR the equivalent. Must have evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the socio-economic, academic, cultural and ethnic diversity within the community college student population. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. degree in astronomy, astrophysics, physics, optical engineering and/or industrial experience in space science or related fields. College-level teaching experience as the professor of record in astronomy lecture and laboratory courses. Active participation in professional activities and organizations, including peer-reviewed publication. Recent participation in professional development programs or post-graduate degree programs designed to enhance pedagogical effectiveness and extra-curricular support for students preparing to enter STEM. Practical experience in amateur astronomy and public outreach. Knowledge of current advances and practices in astronomical research and the ability to translate these to college-level classes. Additional Information A standard application consists of the following: Online District Application Cover Letter Resume Transcript Additional, job-specific items may be required. Please refer to the job posting for specific details. Conditions of Employment Appointment is subject to verification of official transcripts, current or previous employment, tuberculosis and fingerprint clearance. Selected candidate must provide identification and work authorization. For more information about Santa Monica Community College, please visit

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