Adjunct (per course) Instructor - Astronomy/Physics

The University of Illinois System • Springfield, IL

9h

About The Position

The Astronomy-Physics program at the University of Illinois Springfield has occasional need for adjunct (per course) instructors. Adjunct employment FAQ: https://go.uis.edu/adjunct-faq

Requirements

• For undergraduate programs: Master’s degree or higher in the discipline or subfield.
• If an applicant holds a master’s degree or higher in a discipline or subfield other than that in which they are applying to teach, that individual should have completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield.
• For graduate programs: Terminal degree determined by the discipline, with a record of research, scholarship or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.
• Upload a cover letter addressing the responsibilities of the position, current curriculum vita or resume, and unofficial transcripts.
• Provide contact information for professional references (for finalists).
• Provide official transcripts (for finalists).
• Maintain employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Teach per course as needed.
• Complete mandatory annual employee training, including Ethics, and Preventing Harassment & Discrimination.
• Successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during their first semester teaching online to be eligible to teach additional online courses at UIS (for online courses).

Benefits

• The minimum compensation for adjunct (per course) teaching at UIS ranges from $2700 to $3600.
• Minimum pay is based on number of courses previously taught at UIS, and whether the instructor has earned a terminal degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level