The Department of Astronomy at Boston University seeks applicants for multiple Course Facilitator positions to support its introductory undergraduate courses. Specific responsibilities include: Attending lectures; Leading laboratory and/or discussion sections; Supervising astronomical observations conducted on campus; Grading homeworks, exams, laboratory reports, and other student materials; Communicating and corresponding with students; Managing grade books; Participating in training sessions; and Related duties as assigned. Work will be performed “in person” at 725 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215.

Appointment durations will be from 1 September 2024 to 31 December 2024, inclusive. The number of hours worked per week will depend on the preferences of the applicant. Appointments of 20, 30, or 40 hours per week are possible; different numbers of hours would likely also be possible. For an appointment at 20, 30, or 40 hours per week, the total salary would be $10,061 (20), $15,091 (30), or $20,122 (40). Due to the short-term nature of these positions, benefits are not provided.

Applicants should possess a bachelors degree in a field associated with science, technology, engineering, or math. To apply, applicants should email their CV to Professor Paul Withers, Chair of the Astronomy Department, at withers@bu.edu. The application should include a preliminary indication of the desired number of hours per week. The review of applications will begin immediately. Please contact Paul Withers (withers@bu.edu) with any questions.

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Applicants should possess a bachelors degree in a field associated with science, technology, engineering, or math.

To apply, applicants should email their CV to Professor Paul Withers, Chair of the Astronomy Department, at withers@bu.edu. The application should include a preliminary indication of the desired number of hours per week. The review of applications will begin immediately. Please contact Paul Withers (withers@bu.edu) with any questions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor .

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