"Instructor of Physics/Astronomy"

Wheaton is a leading private, coeducational, liberal arts college of 1800 students located in Norton, MA and within easy commuting distance of Boston and Providence.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 0601223

Position Title: Instructor of Physics/Astronomy

FLSA: Exempt

Job Type: Part-Time

Faculty Term: Fall Semester Only

Position Type: Faculty

Department: Physics/Astronomy

Job Summary/Basic Function: Wheaton College (MA) invites applications for a part-time instructor of Physics/Astronomy for the Fall 2025 academic semester to teach the course listed below:

AST 140 – The Solar System (catalog description)

Meeting days/time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM

To apply, please use the Wheaton job portal. You will be asked to submit a current CV, as well as a cover letter that indicates which course(s) you are applying to teach, as well as a brief description of your teaching philosophy and relevant teaching experience. Finalists will be contacted for an interview after the review of your application.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be directed to Josh Stenger (stenger_josh@wheatoncollege.edu)

Minimum Qualifications: M.A. in Astronomy, Physics, or adjacent field.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, or adjacent field.

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

EEO Statement: Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Posting Date: 07/31/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes