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The Spence School

Lab Technician

Manhattan, NY

$21/hr

Collaborate weekly with science faculty to plan upcoming labs and activities * Set up and break down lab equipment and materials across multiple classrooms * Prepare chemical solutions and biological ...

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Material Science Faculty are academic professionals who teach, conduct research, and contribute to the advancement of materials science and engineering at universities or colleges. They instruct students in subjects such as materials properties, processing, and applications, and often supervise graduate research projects. These faculty members also publish research findings, secure funding for their work, and may collaborate with industry partners to develop new materials or technologies.

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To thrive as a Material Science Faculty, you need an advanced degree (usually a Ph.D.) in materials science or a related field, with strong expertise in materials characterization, synthesis, and research methodology. Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, data analysis software, and experience in publishing scholarly research are critical, along with sometimes required certifications for laboratory safety. Excellent communication, mentorship, and collaboration skills help foster student engagement and productive research environments. These competencies ensure effective teaching, innovative research contributions, and a positive academic and laboratory culture.

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Material Science Faculty often juggle multiple priorities, including conducting cutting-edge research, delivering engaging lectures, and participating in departmental or university committees. Balancing these demands can be challenging, especially during peak periods like grant application deadlines or exam seasons. Successful faculty members typically develop strong time-management skills and collaborate closely with colleagues and graduate students to share responsibilities. Additionally, seeking mentorship and staying organized can help in managing workload and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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Material Science Faculty members are primarily involved in teaching, research, and academic administration within universities. They typically hold advanced degrees like a Ph.D., focus on education, and publish scholarly work. Materials Engineers, on the other hand, work in industry designing, developing, and testing materials for commercial applications, often holding a bachelor's or master's degree. Both roles require knowledge of materials science, but faculty focus on academia and research, while engineers focus on product development and manufacturing.

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Infographic showing various Material Science Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,181 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Physics, Adjunct Faculty

MD • On-site

Community College of Baltimore County
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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Location indicated in Job Description
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2026a-23
Division: Instruction
Department: School of Mathematics and Science
Opening Date: 11/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Description
CCBC is the college of choice for over 50,000 students and 200 businesses each year - all with unique goals, strengths and requirements. By offering a holistic learning environment that is both accepting and challenging, we meet students where they are and take them where they want to go. We offer the region's most expansive selection of degree, certificate and workplace certification programs at 3 campuses plus 3 convenient CCBC centers along with off-site community locations.
Adjunct Physical Science faculty are needed to teach day and evening Physical Science, Fundamental Physics and General Physics lecture and lab courses at the Community College of Baltimore County (campus may vary). Faculty facilitate learning by preparing and delivering instruction, cooperate with College support staff by timely submission of materials for duplication and grades, and coordinate activities with the Department Chairperson or discipline coordinator.
Adjunct faculty will be available to help students during one office hour each week (for each class), will participate in some Departmental or College activities, and are encouraged to participate in professional development.
Campus locations: Catonsville, Dundalk & Essex, MD
Adjunct Level 1 - $1,085 per credit hour.
Adjunct faculty may teach up to 22 credit hours each year and usually teach no more than 11 credits each semester.
Minimum Requirements
A Master of Science in Physics or related discipline with appropriate course work is required for lecture instructors. A Bachelor of Science with appropriate education and experience is required for lab instructors. Instructional experience is preferred.
CCBC Part Time Benefits At A Glance
BENEFIT SUMMARY
Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)
  • Tax-sheltered annuities - 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
    The 403(b) supplemental retirement plan is available to all CCBC employees (Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees).
  • Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
  • Deferred Compensation Plan - 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
Parking
Free. Must obtain a parking permit from the Department of Public Safety to use on all campuses.
Sick and Safe Leave
CCBC is pleased to offer paid sick and safe leave for part-time employees. Paid sick and safe leave is earned by all part-time employees including credit and non-credit adjunct faculty, part-time associates and other part-time employees.

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