Adjunct: Astronomy

Description Under the supervision of the Assistant Dean, Los Angeles Pacific University (LAPU) adjunct faculty are responsible for ensuring that students meet all learning objectives and successfully complete their course as outlined in the syllabus and that they receive appropriate and timely feedback and assessments throughout the course. Additionally, they will track, monitor, advise, and openly discuss course matters with students as needed throughout the course. Opening:  1 Start Date: 06/29/2026 Compensation: This position is classified as part-time, temporary, and non-exempt. The compensation will be $29.25 per hour if your education is less than a terminal degree or $33.00 per hour if you possess a terminal degree.  Remote: This position is classified as "Remote". The classification of this position is subject to change based on business needs, job performance, etc. If an employee changes their physical location/residence to another state, it could impact future employment.  Remote Expectation : We expect our employees to be able to fulfill their LAPU responsibilities with minimal distractions. While remote work does offer flexibility, employees should make arrangements for regular dependent care during work hours. Application Materials: Please submit a PDF version of your resume/CV and list of your current references. We need at least two professional references that have served in a supervisory role. Cover letter is optional, and not required.  If you would like to upload additional documents, please feel free to upload additional documents under the "Documents Section". This section is located after "Links" and before "Questions" in the application. Note to applicant: The email address you use to apply with, will be your username for your account and all email notifications. Questions, please email [email protected].  Required Experience / Education Christian Commitment: Vital Christian faith and lifestyle Supportive of the evangelical mission and purpose of LAPU Minimum earned master’s degree in astronomy, physics, or related field Online teaching experience or completion of an online teaching certification process Desired Experience / Education Earned doctorate in astronomy, physics, or related field Minimum of two years of online teaching experience in higher education Course development experience Experience teaching post-traditional students Essential Functions Engage in all class activities and discussion forums with students Respond to student emails, phone calls, and “ask the prof” forum within one business day. Return graded assignments by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) Friday in online courses and within four business days of the due date or submission (whichever is later) Grade and provide quality feedback to students on their assignments, including progress reports and assessments of student activities. Communicate with LAPU staff and Success Coaches as appropriate concerning any problems or potential problems with students. Follow additional job expectations as outlined in the Instructor Expectations document. Use the Early Alert form as appropriate. Missional Expectations  All employees play a critical role in the establishment and maintenance of a robust Christian community that seeks to serve with grace the needs of all employees and students. As an LAPU employee, you are called to engage with your colleagues and all those that the university serves by modeling Christ-like character in all of your interactions. You will celebrate and honor other employees and students as being made in the image of God; be thankful, expressing gratitude to God and one another; build others up with your words; and work as an instrument of God's love, seeking to heal a lost and broken world. Adjunct faculty play a vital role in carrying out LAPU’s mission to advance the work of God in the world through academic excellence in higher education that encourages students to develop a Christian perspective of truth and life. LAPU believes that all truth is of God and therefore recognizes the importance of each field of study both for its own significance and for its interrelationship with other areas of knowledge. Specifically, faculty carry out LAPU’s Christian faith and mission by  integrating themes, concepts, doctrines and other relevant insights from the Christian faith into teaching assignments or curriculum in any discipline, providing students with opportunities to think critically from a Christian point of view, to explore ideas from the vantage point of Christian tradition, and through that lens, to challenge, deepen and affirm cultural, professional or disciplinary perspectives related to the content of courses (i.e., relating the Christian faith to life and learning). Adjunct faculty are assessed periodically on their performance of these duties. Adjunct faculty members also carry out LAPU’s Christian faith and mission by engaging in the spiritual development of students through faith integration, spiritual and pastoral counseling, and writing or publishing from a Christian point of view. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A positive, cooperative, Christ-like attitude supportive of the University and its mission. Strong command of the English language with excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, with an ability to plan and manage multiple projects concurrently in a timely manner Self-starter with the ability to work in a team-based, fast-paced atmosphere  Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures in a complex university setting Ability to be proactive, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and work with little supervision A positive, cooperative, Christ-like attitude supportive of the University and its mission Mental Demands Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports Ability to investigate, analyze information, and draw conclusions Ability to engage in critical thinking, exercise independent judgment, set priorities, and solve problems Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information Physical Demands This position typically includes the following physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment Visual acuity to read words and numbers Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person, electronically, or over the telephone Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds Technologies List technology experience required/desired here Google Suite: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint  Communication and collaboration: Slack, Google Meet (or similar virtual meeting platform)  Course Learning Management System (LMS) Non-discrimination Statement The University seeks to provide equal employment opportunities and is dedicated to the principle that access to employment opportunities be accorded to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualification and without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical),medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The University is a Christian University of higher education. It is governed by a self-perpetuating Board of Trustees. The University reserves the right to maintain its heritage and destiny as a Christian witness in higher education and asserts its right to employ and retain only those persons who subscribe to and support Our Identity and Statement of Faith. This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and Los Angeles Pacific University reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the University may deem appropriate. Qualifications Skills Behaviors Preferred Team Player : Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity : Motivations : Education Required Masters or better. Experience Required Online teaching experience or completion of an online teaching certification process