ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS
Lecturer Pool

The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California, Santa Cruz, is developing an on-going pool of qualified instructors for one or more part-time, temporary teaching positions for introductory and advanced courses in Astronomy and Astrophysics. The introductory courses are designed mainly for non-science majors and standard texts and/or readers may be used for these classes. Topics may include introductory astronomy, the solar system, stellar structure and evolution, planets, high energy astrophysics, extragalactic astronomy, and cosmology.

RANK: Lecturer

SALARY: Range is $6,500 -$8,500 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent in Astronomy or Astronomy and Astrophysics preferred. University teaching experience or demonstrated potential for teaching.

POSITION AVAILABLE: As openings occur starting fall quarter 2003.

APPLY TO: Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three references whom they have asked to write confidential letters of recommendation on their behalf. Confidential letters of recommendation should address the applicant's teaching effectiveness and be submitted directly to UCSC; please direct references to UCSC's confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/confstm.htm. Send materials to:

Astronomy and Astrophysics Department
University of California
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Attn: Mary Kiegelis

Please refer to T03-45 in your reply.

dept@astro.ucsc.edu
fax: 831-459-5265

Initial review of applications for Fall 2003 will begin July 15, 2003. This is an on-going pool and applications will be considered throughout the year. Applicants will be asked to update their files periodically if they are interested in remaining in the pool.

CLOSING DATE: On-going

UCSC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Office at, University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686.

If you need assistance due to a disability please contact the Academic Personnel Office at 499 Clark Kerr Hall (831) 459-4300. This position description is available in alternate formats, which may be requested from Academic Personnel at (831) 459-4300.

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06/13/03