Affiliate Faculty, Physics

Regis University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Regis University in Denver invites applications for affiliate faculty to teach in-person astronomy and physics labs (AS 251, PH 205A, PH 305A). This position is hired per credit hour for specific classes as needed, with a focus on undergraduate instruction.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging lab sessions, maintaining grade records, communicating with students and the department chair, and offering office hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or closely related field.
• Preferred: teaching experience in physics, astronomy, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and facilitate active problem-solving in assigned classes.
• Keep complete and accurate grade records.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Communicate regularly with students and department chair.
• Maintain regular office hours (1 hour per week).
• Assist in designing courses in consultation with the department chair.

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or related field

Job description

Working at Regis University

As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students. Why Work at Regis?

Job Summary:

The Astronomy, Mathematics, and Physics Department is seeking affiliate faculty to teach in-person astronomy and physics laboratory courses, including:

• AS 251 Principles of Astronomy Lab
• PH 205A General Physics Lab with Trigonometry I
• PH 305A General Physics Lab with Calculus I

Note that affiliate faculty are hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction and facilitate active problem-solving in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if appropriate, with Department course coordination policies
• Keep complete and accurate grade records.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Communicate regularly with students and the department chair, including via Regis-provided email.
• Maintain regular office hours to provide students with academic support appropriate for the teaching assignment– 1 hour per week
• Faculty will participate in designing their own course in consultation with the chair of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience in physics, astronomy, or a related field.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references with your application. Your cover letter should speak to your approach to teaching with undergraduates and your interest in a part-time, in-person teaching position

Work Schedule:

Dependent on the course schedule

This position will remain posted until filled, with a preferred application deadline of November 24th, 2026.

These positions are benefits-eligible for workers’ compensation and will receive 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Pay Rate:

$2,150 per lab course, per semester