Open Rank, Instructor or Tenure Track (Physics & Geoscience)
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Job Title Open Rank, Instructor or Tenure Track (Physics & Geoscience)
Position Number 997112
Department Physics & Geosciences
Salary Commensurate
Remote No
Job Summary Angelo State University invites applications for a Planetarium Director position in the Department of Physics and Geosciences beginning Spring or Fall 2027. The appointment will include a teaching load, with primary responsibility for teaching introductory astronomy and physics courses. The position will be longer than the typical 9-months to include summer planetarium duties.
Essential Duties
Serve as director of the university planetarium
Teach undergraduate astronomy and physics courses in traditional, online, and dual-credit formats
Maintain effective teaching practices and contribute to the mission of the Department of Physics and Geosciences
Advise and mentor students in academic and co-curricular activities
Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including committee work and recruitment efforts
Maintain effective teaching practices and contribute to the mission of the Department of Physics and Geosciences
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of current instructional practices, learner-centered teaching
methods, assessment strategies, and student engagement techniques.
Skill in utilizing new and novel instructional technology and alternative
delivery methods
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Ability to engage the broader community in outreach that is STEM-related
in general, and astronomy in particular
Ability to safely and effectively operate the planetarium projection
system
Ability to work irregular schedules, including nights, weekends, and
holidays
Ability to effectively manage budgets in order to maintain the
planetarium, its projection system, and show offerings
Ability to effectively manage student workers
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
Ability to contribute to program recruitment, student success initiatives,
and departmental service activities
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field at the
time of employment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to teach undergraduate astronomy and physics courses in
traditional, online, and dual-credit formats
Willingness to engage with the wider San Angelo community for STEM and
astronomy outreach and informal education
Willingness to participate in departmental service activities and student
recruitment efforts
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal
access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with
disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a
disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled
employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process,
please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at
[email protected].
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F382P
Open Date 08/14/2026
Close Date
Desired Start Date
Review Start Date 10/02/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
List of References
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