Lecturer - Department of Astronomy - College of Letters and Sciences

Lecturer
- Department of Astronomy
- College of Letters and Sciences

The Department of Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for lecturer positions in multiple astronomy courses. We seek a pool of qualified temporary instructors to teach courses in astronomy in the academic year and summer.

Teaching responsibilities:
We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach one or more courses in the undergraduate Astronomy/Astrophysics curriculum. General duties: teaching responsibilities, holding office hours, developing syllabi, assignments, writing exams, supervising Graduate Student Instructors and maintaining a course website. Other duties may be assigned by the Chair as necessary.

The minimum qualification required to be considered an applicant for the position is the completion of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) at the time of application.

We prefer applicants have a masters or doctoral degree in astronomy or physics. Past teaching experience as a lead or assistant instructor is also preferred. Practicing astronomers or astronomy educators are also preferred.

• Curriculum Vitae
  - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
  - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

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