Part-Time Physics & Astronomy Instructor (Affiliate)

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,699,000 - 2,083,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental

RTD transit pass

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Life and supplemental insurance

Job summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking part-time affiliate faculty to teach Physics and Astronomy courses, including laboratories. The position is a pool for potential future openings; actual needs vary by semester. Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or closely related discipline, and teaching on campus is preferred.

Affiliates are hired per credit hour and are not eligible for university benefits. The final salary is based on credit hours assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or closely-related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory courses in university physics and astronomy including associated laboratories.
• Deliver course content to students in person or online, prepare materials and lesson plans, and assess student work.
• Provide robust feedback in a timely manner and support students according to department policies.
• Comply with university-wide student evaluation and peer observation policies.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Physics or Astronomy

Job description

Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking part-time affiliate faculty to teach Physics and Astronomy courses, including laboratories. The position is a pool for potential future openings; actual needs vary by semester. Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or closely related discipline, and teaching on campus is preferred.

Affiliates are hired per credit hour and are not eligible for university benefits. The final salary is based on credit hours assigned.