Allan Hancock College

Part-Time Faculty - Physics/Astronomy

Location
Santa Maria, CA
Pay
$56 – $86 per hour
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
April 14, 2026

About this position

Salary: $56.46 - $86.44 Hourly Location: All Campus Locations Job Type: Part-Time Faculty Job Number: 202200459 Department: Life and Physical Sciences Opening Date: 04/14/2026 Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Position Summary The Physics/Astronomy program at Allan Hancock College is seeking applications to develop a qualified pool of part-time faculty for in-person instructional vacancies. The assignment may include classes at the Santa Maria campus, or Lompoc Valley Center, as needed. Positions may be available during the Fall and Spring semesters, or summer session. The teaching assignment will include one or more courses offered in the Physics/Astronomy program, such as Elementary Astronomy, Introductory Physics, General Physics, or other courses as need dictates. The assignment may include lecture and/or laboratory instruction. At Allan College, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences, and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Hancock's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Hancock's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. Allan Hancock College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Essential Functions and Qualifications Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines. Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics. Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas. Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member. Teach all scheduled classes. Maintain accurate records. Assignments may include day, evening, or weekend classes. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics OR bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy AND master's degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent. Additional Information To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by through our website https://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/: A current and complete resume of education and professional experience. Transcripts (Copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required if hired. SALARY Lecture Rate: $56.46 to $86.44 per hour depending upon education and experience Lab Rate: $49.17 to $75.26 per hour depending upon education and experience Activity Rate: $36.33 to $56.69 per hour depending upon education and experience Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$56 – $86 per hour
Physics median
$2,500/ course, n=35
California median
$10,200/ course, n=301

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