Adjunct Professor of Astronomy

The University of Denver is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 12,000 students. DU is classified as a Doctoral/Research University with very high research activity.

The DU Department of Physics and Astronomy is accepting applications for an adjunct faculty position in AY 2023/24, to teach the introductory astronomy sequence for non-majors:

• Descriptive Astronomy (PHYS 1050) in Autumn Quarter 2023 (2 sections)
• Solar System Astronomy (PHYS 1070) in Winter Quarter 2024 (2 sections)
• Cosmology (PHYS 1090) in Spring Quarter 2024 (2 sections)

All courses are taught three days per week at the historic Chamberlin Observatory in the evenings. A successful candidate must be familiar with classic telescope use and operation and the foundational principles of astronomy. The course instructor is also required to undergo a telescope operator certification process. Course descriptions can be found on the schedule of classes. Adjunct faculty positions are non-benefitted positions.

DU is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment of belonging. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to integrate content, programming, processes, communication, and sentiments to build a welcoming community of learning for all, being conscious of individuals with historically minoritized identities.

For more information including qualifications and compensation, please see the application page at Jobs@DU. Note the stated deadline of June 7 on the Jobs@DU page is flexible and the position will remain open until filled.