Astronomy Lecturer and Observatory Director

Astronomy Lecturer and Observatory Director

Department of Chemistry and Physics

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

http://apply.interfolio.com/160716

Description:

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga invites applications for a Lecturer position in Astronomy beginning August 1, 2025. Candidates must hold an M.S. in Astronomy, Astrophysics or closely-related field. Teaching experience is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be skillful and enthusiastic about teaching introductory Physics, Astronomy, and General Science courses and labs and upper-level Physics classes, with an emphasis in astrophysics. Duties include directing programming at the Clarence T. Jones Observatory, on the National Register of Historic Places. The successful candidate is expected to participate in Department Action Team initiatives to improve the student experience in our program. The Department of Chemistry and Physics at UTC comprises 22 (16 Chemistry and 6 Physics) faculty members. The department has approximately 40 physics, biophysics, and quantum physics majors and is noted for excellence in undergraduate education and research, with a node on the world’s first commercial quantum network (see https://www.utc.edu/chemistry-physics/).

Application Procedures:

Applicants must submit the application in a single PDF file electronically through the UTC Faculty Career Site. http://apply.interfolio.com/160716

The PDF application file name must follow the format of “First name Last name Application” (eg, Jane Smith Application). The application must include:

• Cover letter/letter of interest
• Teaching philosophy (one page)
• Personal statement (one page)
• CV, including up-to-date, personal contact information (email, phone, etc.)
• Names, titles, and email addresses for three (3) references, from which UTC will request confidential letters of recommendation.
• Unofficial transcripts.

Review of applications will begin January 27, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the second-largest campus in the University of Tennessee System and serves a diverse student body of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students through five academic colleges. Since its founding as Chattanooga University in 1886, UTC has established a reputation for excellence built on a unique blend of the private and public traditions of American higher education. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home—a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine and Southern Living (to name a few!) for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy. 

Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities and a small-town feel. 

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UTC embodies Chattanooga’s dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city’s most vital institutions where progressive transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future. 

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.