Adjunct in Department of Physics and Astronomy

University of North Carolina at Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Asheville invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach evening introductory astronomy labs in Fall 2026. The position focuses on undergraduate lab instruction within the Physics and Astronomy department.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining teaching experience, areas of expertise, and credentials relevant to the courses offered.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a related discipline.
• Ability to teach evening introductory astronomy labs.

Responsibilities

• Teach evening introductory astronomy labs in Fall 2026.
• Submit curriculum vitae and a cover letter detailing areas of expertise and credentials to qualify for the specified courses.

Skills

Teaching

Astronomy

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physics/Astronomy

Job description

Posting Number:

F0191

Department:

Adjunct in Department of Physics and Astronomy

Rank:

Adjunct

Position Summary:

The UNC Asheville Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach evening introductory astronomy labs in Fall 2026. To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter specifying your areas of expertise. The cover letter should discuss relevant teaching and/or professional experience, the fields or courses in which the applicant has interest in teaching, and expertise and credentials which would qualify the applicant to teach in the specified courses. Other materials may be requested to finalize employment.

Qualifications:

Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a related discipline.

Months per Year:

N/A

Division:

Academic Affairs

Department:

Physics

Special Instructions Summary:

Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.

Posting date:

07/21/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Anticipated Start Date:

08/13/2026

Background/E-Verify:

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Credential Verification:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

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