Adjunct Instructor —Astronomy, Physics

St. Ambrose University; Davenport (IA); Remote; USD 15,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Ambrose University seeks adjunct instructors to teach Astronomy and Physics courses in the Core Curriculum. Openings are filled on a semester-by-semester basis in Davenport, IA, with some online formats.

Qualified candidates hold a master's degree or have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject area, and teaching experience is preferred. Online adjunct assignments follow state residency rules and are curated for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 18 graduate credit hours in Astronomy, Physics, or closely related field.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more courses in Astronomy and Physics within the Core Curriculum.
• Contribute to online and face-to-face instruction as needed.
• Maintain respectful and inclusive classroom environments and assess student learning.

Education

Master's degree or 18 graduate credit hours

Job description

Adjunct Instructor: Core Curriculum -Astronomy, Physics

The Core Curriculum, Astronomy, and Physics programs at St. Ambrose University (Davenport, Iowa), along with its affiliate, Mount Mercy University (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) seek qualified applicants to serve as adjunct instructors for Astronomy and Physics courses in the Core Curriculum.

By applying, candidates will be considered for inclusion in an adjunct faculty pool. Positions are filled on a semester-by-semester basis, depending on programmatic needs.

Course Details and Format

Specific course assignments and formats, including online and face-to-face instruction, vary by semester based on teaching needs. Openings develop on a periodic basis.

We are seeking candidates with expertise and interest in teaching one or more of the following courses:

• ASTR 145. Science in Our Lives fulfills the Evidence-Based Reasoning: Natural World Core requirement. This course addresses the central question: "How are our lives shaped by scientific development?" Students discover the powerful ways that science shapes our lives in this course, by exploring the significant impacts of scientific developments on our daily routine, our community, and the global stage. Through a variety of activities, including a final project focused on "Science in Our Lives," students critically evaluate a scientific development and its future outcomes.
• PHYS 146. Thinking Like a Scientist fulfills the Evidence-Based Reasoning: Natural World Core requirement. This course explores the guiding question: "How can thinking like a scientist help me understand the world around me?" The course introduces students to scientific thinking through the exploration of real-world phenomena. Students ask questions, investigate scientific ideas, analyze evidence, and communicate findings. Through hands‑on investigations and analysis of scientific data, students learn how scientific reasoning can be used to understand and explain the world around them.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must hold a master's degree or have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in the specific subject area or a closely related field. Preference may be given to applicants with prior teaching experience.

Due to state employment regulations, candidates must reside in one of the following authorized states to be considered for online adjunct teaching assignments: AK, AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, LA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, ND, SD, TX, VA, WV, or WI. Candidates who reside outside of these states may not be eligible for appointment.

Our Mission

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses, including Mount Mercy University, are an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners. Together, we empower all members of our community to act courageously, seek wisdom through faith and reason, work for justice and mercy, and lead lives of service.

The Core Curriculum seeks to advance this mission by preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to work courageously to create a just future.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliated institutions are equal opportunity employers.