Temporary Lecturer - Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics

Position overview

Position title: Unit 18 Temporary Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $70,977-$79,887. The posted UC academic salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2025-26-academic-salary-scales.html) set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t15.pdf Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on published UC pay scales.

Application Window

Open date: July 28, 2025

Most recent review date: Thursday, Aug 14, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Jul 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

THE DEPARTMENT OF ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS within the School of Physical Sciences at UC San Diego is seeking an outstanding temporary instructor for an undergraduate course in the field of Astronomy and Astrophysics.

Candidates will be expected to teach a diverse population of undergraduate students in the classroom and one-on-one settings in accordance with the course objectives. They will need to create and maintain a respectful, open, and inclusive environment for learning and be able to advise students on academic matters, while maintaining an active interest in the advances/current thinking in their subject area. Lastly, the candidate will need to utilize appropriate, relevant, and meaningful technology in teaching and learning.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must have or be a candidate for a PhD in Astronomy/Astrophysics or related field.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Ph.D. must be awarded prior to the start of the teaching quarter in order for an offer of employment to be made.

Preferred qualifications

Research experience, demonstrated record of mentorship, teaching experience in both lecture and laboratory-based settings.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Sample Syllabi (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching - 1 page assessment
• Misc/Additional (Optional)
• Misc/Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 0-2 letters of reference required

Candidates new to the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics should provide at least 2 letters of recommendation.

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04336

Help contact: cmaldonadorodas@ucsd.edu

Job location

La Jolla, CA