Astronomy Adjunct Instructor — General Education Physics

Abilene Christian University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas, invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach PHYS 101 Astronomy during the Spring 2027 semester. The course provides a basic introduction to astronomy and will be taught in person.

Responsibilities include delivering course material, creating a syllabus and assignments, communicating with students professionally, and grading assignments promptly. Preference for using Canvas.

Qualifications

• Required: MS, MA, or PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or a closely related STEM field.
• Preferred: 3 or more years of prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach PHYS 101 Astronomy in-person and provide a course syllabus with assignments.
• Promptly grade all assignments and complete departmental assessments; Canvas usage preferred.
• Adhere to departmental policies, grading deadlines, and academic integrity standards.

Education

MS/MA/PhD in Astronomy/Physics

Job description

Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas, invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach PHYS 101 Astronomy during the Spring 2027 semester. The course provides a basic introduction to astronomy and will be taught in person.

Responsibilities include delivering course material, creating a syllabus and assignments, communicating with students professionally, and grading assignments promptly. Preference for using Canvas.