Affiliate Faculty, Physics Regis University

Ajcunet; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 3,900 - 4,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Benefits-eligible

Job summary

Regis University in Northwest Denver invites applications for affiliate faculty to teach in-person astronomy and physics laboratory courses. Compensation is per lab course per semester, with duties including grading, student communication, and office hours. Minimum qualifications require a Master’s degree in physics or astronomy; teaching experience is preferred.

Schedule varies with course offerings. Roles are benefits-eligible, with posted pay rate of $2,150 per lab course per semester and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or closely related field.
• Teaching experience in physics, astronomy, or a related field.

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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in physics/astronomy

Job description

Affiliate Faculty, Physics
Regis University

R005489
Northwest Denver Campus

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.

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

Since 1877, Regis University has been using our Jesuit background to provide an education for men and women of all ages and faiths and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Inspired by St. Ignatius Loyola, the mission of Regis University is to educate men and women of all ages to make a positive impact in a rapidly-changing global society. We encourage our students to seek truth, live purposeful lives, and continually examine and attempt to answer the question: "How ought we to live?"