"Adjunct Instructor of Astronomy"

Adjunct Instructor of Astronomy

Carroll University seeks to hire Adjunct Instructor of Astronomy.

Please indicate the course(s) and section(s) you are interested and available to teach in the application's additional comments field and/or your cover letter.

PHY 105 | Astronomy

Course: The course includes the study of the motions and structures of the earth, the moon, the sun, planets, stars and galaxies, and consideration of cosmological theories.
Section A: 10:40 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. | Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays | On Campus
Term: Fall 2026 (September 3 - December 17)
Qualifications: A graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Physics or related field. Official transcripts due upon hire.

PHY 105L | Astronomy Laboratory

Course: Lab component for PHY 105. The lab includes telescopic observational astronomy.
Section A: 6:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m. | Mondays | On Campus
Term: Fall 2026 (September 3 - December 17)
Qualifications: A degree in Physics or related field. Graduate degree preferred (M.S. or Ph.D.). Official transcripts due upon hire.

The College

The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs through seven departments - Communication and Sociology; Computational and Physical Sciences; English, Modern Languages and Philosophy; History, Political Sciences and Religious Studies; Life Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts.

Carroll University

Founded in 1846, Carroll University is an independent, co-educational comprehensive university grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The Pioneer Core general education curriculum has a strong emphasis on developing intercultural awareness, including cross-cultural immersion experiences. Carroll University is located in suburban Waukesha, 16 miles west of Milwaukee and 60 miles east of Madison. The University serves approximately 3500 students. The University, though intentionally ecumenical and non-sectarian in approach, is related to the Presbyterian Church, USA. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Application

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. As part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Submission of letters of recommendation, or course evaluations, is encouraged. In your cover letter or in the comments, please indicate the course number/section and name to which you are applying.

Carroll University is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.

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