Instructor Physics and Astronomy

Oglethorpe University welcomes applications for an Instructor of Physics and Astronomy startingFall 2026. This is a full-time three-year non-tenure track non-renewable position. A minimum of amasters degree with 18 graduate semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) in Astronomy AstrophysicsPhysics or a closely related field is required. Faculty must be prepared to report to campusfull-time beginning August 10; all new faculty are required to attend new faculty orientation onAugust 17.

Faculty at Oglethorpe prioritize teaching and mentoring and the successful candidate mustdemonstrate high potential to succeed on both fronts with our diverse student body. SuccessfulOglethorpe faculty demonstrate a commitment to the craft of teaching including the use ofevidence-based innovative pedagogy and involvement in scholarly activities to promote studenteducation. The teaching load for this position is four courses each semester. The chosen candidatewill teach introductory astronomy introductory physics and/or upper-division astronomy andastrophysics electives.

We are open to candidates with backgrounds in all physics and astronomy-related subfields howeverstrongest consideration will be given to applicants whose expertise enables them to support theAstrophysics Track within the Physics major. The ideal candidate will be able to develop electivesthat support the Astrophysics track of the Physics major and engage students in apprentice-styleand course-embedded research experiences related to astronomy and/or astrophysics. The idealcandidate should demonstrate an interest in mentoring students seeking to pursue careers andgraduate study in the fields of Astronomy and Astrophysics.

About Oglethorpe University
Founded in 1835 Oglethorpe University is a liberal arts college that unites a close-knit campuscommunity with the big city culture and opportunities of Atlanta Georgia. Today the universityenrolls close to 1400 students representing 33 states and 31 countries and offers studentsAtlantas premiere undergraduate learning experience. Students at Oglethorpe benefit from smallclasses and close connections to our outstanding faculty.

Masters degree in Astronomy Astrophysics Physics or a closely related field. A record of priorsuccessful experience as an instructor of record is desirable.

To Apply
Please submit the following:

1. A cover letter describing your interest in Oglethorpe University
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. A statement of your philosophy and practice of teaching outlining how you will implement thatphilosophy in undergraduate courses which should speak to a demonstrated commitment to inclusiveexcellence
4. Contact information for 3 professional references

Additional materials may be requested at later stages. Applications will be considered on a rollingbasis until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. MarielMeier Chair of the Division of Natural Sciences ().

Oglethorpe University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusiveexcellence. Oglethorpe prohibits discrimination against all applicants and employees based on race;age; color; religion; national origin or ancestry; sex; sexual orientation; gender; gender identityor gender expression; marital status; pregnancy; childbirth or related medical conditions;disability; genetic information; citizenship status; veteran status; or any other categoryprotected by federal state or local law.