Part-Time Astronomy Lecturer (General & Solar System)

SDSU College of Engineering; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 169,754; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in California is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool in the Department of Astronomy for the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants should possess a graduate degree or teaching experience in astronomy or physics, with expertise in General and Solar System Astronomy. This position requires flexibility in scheduling since appointments may be made on short notice. Initial appointments are generally for one semester with the possibility of renewal based on performance and available teaching assignments.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or university teaching experience in astronomy or physics.
• Demonstrated currency in subject matter.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time courses in the Department of Astronomy.
• Be available on short notice for teaching assignments.
• Potential for renewal based on evaluations and available work.

Skills

Expertise in General Astronomy

Expertise in Solar System Astronomy

Education

Graduate degree or university teaching experience in astronomy or physics

Job description

A prominent university in California is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool in the Department of Astronomy for the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants should possess a graduate degree or teaching experience in astronomy or physics, with expertise in General and Solar System Astronomy. This position requires flexibility in scheduling since appointments may be made on short notice. Initial appointments are generally for one semester with the possibility of renewal based on performance and available teaching assignments.