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A Graduate Geologist is an entry-level professional who assists in geological investigations, data collection, and analysis for projects in industries like mining, environmental consulting, and oil and gas. They work under the guidance of senior geologists to conduct fieldwork, interpret geological data, and prepare reports. This role helps develop practical skills in geological mapping, sampling, and software applications while gaining industry experience.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Geologist job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,139 per year, or $32.3 per hour.

Natural Sciences- Adjunct Faculty- Continuous Applicant Pool

Lake Michigan College

Benton Harbor, MI • On-site

$61/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
POSITION INFORMATION
Posting Number:
A0000073
Position Title:
Natural Sciences- Adjunct Faculty- Continuous Applicant Pool
Department:
Arts and Sciences Education
Reports to:
Department Chair, Natural Sciences
Job Summary:
Uses technology based instruction to sustain the specific courses and curricula mandated by the educational mission and goals of the College.
Essential Functions:
1. Instructs students in assigned classes.
2. Provides academic guidance and counseling to students in cooperation with Student Services Personnel.
3. Maintains academic standards.
4 Prepares course syllabus and outline.
5. Monitors student progress.
6. Keeps adequate and accurate records.
7. Enters final course grades online.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Accountabilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Department Chair, each part-time faculty member is responsible for satisfying the educational, administrative, and fiscal requirements inherent in their position.
Job Specifications:
Lake Michigan College invites applications for part-time faculty to teach Natural Sciences courses in an online format. These positions are ongoing, and qualified candidates will be considered as course sections become available. A minimum of a master's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, or a closely related Natural Sciences discipline is required, and previous college-level teaching experience is also expected. Because these courses are delivered entirely online, candidates must have significant experience teaching in an online environment and should be proficient with Canvas or a comparable learning management system. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student engagement in the online classroom, a solid understanding of foundational science principles, and the ability to connect course content to real-world applications that resonate with a diverse student population. Master's degree or higher in relevant discipline or subfield or Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in relevant discipline or subfield is required.
Hiring Range:
$61 per contact hour
Special Instructions to Applicants:
The Adjunct Instructor Pools are for applicants who are interested in teaching in the future as an (part-time) adjunct instructor for one of our departments. The Instructor Pools are always open for applications. However, this does not mean that we have an immediate opening in the division. The Adjunct Instructor Pools function as a way for department chairs to view applicant materials in advance of a need and determine if the applicant will be approved or not approved to be added to their pool of eligible applicants. Should a part-time instructional need arise in each department, the department chair will look first at the approved applicants to see if anyone matches our needs, in which case they may make contact to schedule an interview.
Adjunct faculty are not employed directly by Lake Michigan College, with a few exceptions based on MSPERS retirement program. All others are employed through Edustaff, LLC. If you are selected for one of these roles, you will be required to complete Edustaff's employment application and on-boarding processes.
Please note: official transcripts for all degrees will be required immediately upon hire.
Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position.
https://www.hlcommission.org/institution/1336/?Action=ShowBasic&Itemid=&instid=1336
Open Date:
07/06/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
No
Quick Link:
https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5748

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