Adjunct Professor – Astronomy, Astrophysics

University of Pikeville

. Teach assigned online astronomy and astrophysics courses: PHY 105 Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics and PHY 106 Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics Laboratory .

Posted 11/9/2026part-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching astronomy and astrophysics courses, utilizing effective educational technology and student engagement strategies. Maintains strong communication with academic leadership and provides mentorship to students.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Physics Or AstronomyTeaching Experience In Astronomy And AstrophysicsEducational Technology ProficiencyStudent Mentorship And TutoringEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Course Material DevelopmentGrade EntryOnline Course InstructionAstronomy Curriculum DesignLaboratory Instruction

Soft Skills

ProfessionalismStudent EngagementMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management System

Industry Keywords

AstronomyAstrophysicsGraduate HoursBackground InvestigationTeaching Philosophy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach assigned online astronomy and astrophysics courses: PHY 105 Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics and PHY 106 Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics Laboratory
Upload course materials to UPIKE’s learning management system
Enter student grades
Adhere to all related deadlines and policies
Tutor and mentor students as needed
Maintain regular and responsive communication with the Division Chair and Dean
Attend professional development workshops when possible to improve educational technology use, student engagement, and teaching methods

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in physics and/or astronomy is required
Applicants with ABD in physics/astronomy (minimum 30 hours) will also be considered
Ability to work effectively and professionally with students and colleagues
Background investigations for all final applicants, including a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history
Application must include a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, a teaching philosophy statement, and contact information for three to five professional references

Benefits

Comp & perks

Instructional technologists to support online faculty
Range of support services to help new faculty members connect and succeed
Professional development workshops
Open Educational Resources providing no-cost course materials for students