Physics Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; United States; On-site; USD 1,741,000 - 2,042,000; Part time

Job summary

MSU Denver invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions in Physics and Astronomy, including labs, to support courses as needed.

Affiliate faculty are hired per credit hour and are not eligible for benefits. Candidates must teach on campus and meet the stated degree requirements; background checks apply and diversity is valued. Applications require CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and three references.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience teaching university-level courses or willingness to teach in person.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory physics and astronomy courses including labs.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide timely feedback.
• Provide academic support to students as needed.
• Adhere to university and department policies and evaluation procedures.

Skills

Student needs awareness

Education

Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related discipline

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Physics at MSU Denver invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. This listing is for potential future affiliate faculty needs to teach courses in Physics and Astronomy, including required laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory university courses in physics and astronomy, including associated laboratories.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide timely feedback.
• Provide academic support to students as needed.
• Adhere to university and department policies, evaluation of instruction policies, and peer observation policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related discipline.
• Knowledge of diverse student educational needs.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

Salary is based on credit hour and degree level. Pay range per credit hour assignment is $1,264 – $1,482, determined by university policy.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site. Complete applications must include curriculum vitae, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and three professional references.

Benefits

Affiliate faculty do not receive benefits under the University benefit program. Candidates exercising eligibility for the University benefit program may apply for benefits through the University’s benefit program if eligible.

Background Checks

Background checks are conducted on all finalists for positions prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

MSU Denver is a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. The university values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to apply.