Part-Time Physics & Astronomy Lab Instructor; In-Person

Position: Part-Time Physics & Astronomy Lab Instructor (In-Person)
Working at Regis University As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students.

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 INote that affiliate faculty are hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, as needed, on a semester-by-semester basis.`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.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or closely related field.
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* 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.
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* Work Schedule:

** Dependent on the course schedule and availability of selected candidates.
** This position will remain posted until filled, with a priority Final date to receive applications of June 19th, 2026.
** This position is 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:

Since 1877, Regis University has been using our Jesuit background to provide an education for men and women of all ages and faiths and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and  accordance, with our Catholic, Jesuit values, and in accordance with our mission, Regis University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our increasingly diverse student body, which includes students of all backgrounds, including those from historically-marginalized backgrounds, to maintain the excellence of the University and to offer our students varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

The key Jesuit values of cura personalis, magis, men and women for and with others, unity of mind and heart, contemplatives in action, and finding God in all things are the foundations on which we work. Through an understanding and assimilation of these values, it is expected that our employees will advance the University's mission in the work they do to support the students, the University and the community, thereby accomplishing the University's strategic objectives and Jesuit Catholic education mission.

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Within this context, Regis University does reserve the right to give employment preference to persons who demonstrate by word and practice a commitment to the University's mission and educational goals." This statement is intended to indicate clearly that the University is morally committed to the principles of nondiscrimination - that we want to do this rather than just have to by law.

Regis University's Northwest Campus is the main campus and administrative hub, located in Denver, Colorado. Regis University has one additional campus in Thornton, Colorado.

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