Astronomy Lecturer - Hands-on Teaching & Research

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement options

Generous paid leave

Job summary

A prestigious university in Florida is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Astronomy to start on August 16, 2026. The role involves teaching introductory and upper-level courses while expanding experiential learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and benefit from competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Applications are due by December 17, 2025.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach a combination of introductory and upper-level courses.
• Support and expand experiential learning in the department curriculum.

Education

Ph.D. degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field

Job description

A prestigious university in Florida is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Astronomy to start on August 16, 2026. The role involves teaching introductory and upper-level courses while expanding experiential learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and benefit from competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Applications are due by December 17, 2025.