Job Description

Physics/Physical Science Adjunct Instructor

Updated:  October 2024

Reports To:    Dean, School of Science and Health Sciences

Job Summary

Have you ever thought about teaching in your area of expertise?  Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you.

The School of Science and Health Sciences seeking an Adjunct instructor to provide high-quality instruction in the physical science discipline – specifically physics and related physical sciences. Hawkeye is interested in finding knowledgeable, positive professional role models to lead our students.

Our Adjunct position is set to begin Spring 2025 semester with various instructional modalities such as face to face and hybrid instruction. Course instruction may include but is not limited to the following:

• College and Classical Physics
• Applied Physics / Physics for Everyday Life
• Physical Science(s)
• Astronomy
• Math

As an Adjunct Instructor, you are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. Part-time teaching assignment may be at various sites and in various formats and be held on days, evenings, and weekends.  Instructors will plan and guide the learning processes for students toward the achievement of curricular goals and objectives as identified and documented in course outline materials. Additional responsibilities include employing instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting course and student objectives; assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis according to department policies and procedures, and providing progress reports (evaluations and grades) as required.

Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs.  Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.

Essential Job Functions  

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare weekly instructional plans and materials.
• Use various instructional modalities.
• Responsible for maintaining a laboratory environment for hands-on teaching.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives, assess accomplishments of students on a regular basis, and provide progress reports as requested/ required.
• Formulate and maintain curriculum for assigned courses.
• Supervise, recruit, and advise students.
• Provide one office hour per week for student accessibility and consultation.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with the Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the program Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
• Regularly collaborate with faculty and staff to meet departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Physics, Astronomy, Physics/Physical Science, with 12 credit hours in a related science major.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and current technical skills and ideas.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, maintain student confidence and protect operational integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations (faculty, staff, students, and general public) in a professional and personable manner.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through inclusive behaviors and helping contribute to a culture of inclusivity, and a vibrant, diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level.

Working Conditions

Instruction will primarily be face-to-face with anticipated hours being flexible including afternoon, evening, and occasional weekends hours.

Work is performed either in or a combination of an office and/or classroom setting using technology.  Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.   Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.

Employment Status

Part-time adjunct position with wages expected to be up to $784 per credit hour.

Anticipated hours will be flexible including morning, afternoon and/or evening.  A part-time teaching load of 15 credit hours per year is typical.

Application Procedure

• Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
  • Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
    • Describe how your experience and education meet the requirements and responsibilities of the position.
    • Share why you are interested in teaching.
    • List the various modalities you would be available to teach. For example, on campus face-to-face, online and/or hybrid classes.
  • Submit/upload a resume.
  • Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
• Completed applications that include all required materials will be review upon submission.

Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email 

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, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: 

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If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.

Job Types: Part-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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