Affiliate Faculty, Physics

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Job Summary:

The Astronomy, Mathematics, and Physics Department is seeking affiliate faculty to teach in-person astronomy and physics laboratory courses, including:

• AS 251 Principles of Astronomy Lab
• PH 205A General Physics Lab with Trigonometry I
• PH 305A General Physics Lab with Calculus I

Note that affiliate faculty are hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction and facilitate active problem-solving in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if appropriate, with Department course coordination policies
• Keep complete and accurate grade records.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Communicate regularly with students and the department chair, including via Regis-provided email.
• Maintain regular office hours to provide students with academic support appropriate for the teaching assignment-- 1 hour per week
• Faculty will participate in designing their own course in consultation with the chair of the department.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or closely related field.

 

Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience in physics, astronomy, or a related field.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references with your application. Your cover letter should speak to your approach to teaching with undergraduates and your interest in a part-time, in-person teaching position

Work Schedule:  Dependent on the course schedule

This position will remain posted until filled, with a preferred application deadline of November 24th, 2026.

These positions are benefits-eligible for workers’ compensation and will receive 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Pay Rate:

$2,150 per lab course, per semester

Application Deadline: