| Location | Greensboro, NC |
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number 2220
Functional Title Academic Professional - Three College Observatory
Position Type Non-Tenure Stream
Position Eclass FG - Faculty 12 Mo
Leave Earning
University Information
Located in North Carolinas third largest city UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse learner-centered public research universities in the state with 18000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence access and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than 67M in research and creative activity. The Universitys 2600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of 1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
UNCG has an on-campus planetarium and the Three College Observatory which is located 30 miles from campus. The Three College Observatory is located at a dark-sky location and contains a 0.81-meter reflecting telescope one of the largest in the southeastern United States. The observatory opened in 1981 and is used for astronomical research instruction of North Carolina college students and sky observing by interested persons in the community.
Position Summary
The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro invites applications for a 12-month professional track faculty position of Academic Professional Assistant Professor AP to begin on August 1 2026. The position will have an initial one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. The AP will be responsible for oversight and maintenance of equipment at the universitys Three College Observatory including a 0.8 meter optical telescope CCD camera and echelle spectrograph as well as a small analog Spitz planetarium on the UNCG campus. The position is expected to teach seven introductory courses during the year spread out over fall spring and two summer sessions.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates for this position must have at least a MS in astronomy astrophysics or related degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include Experience maintaining telescopes and related equipment. Experience maintaining electronic equipment computer systems and software. Experience with and enthusiasm for public outreach programs at the observatory and planetarium.
Tenure Status
Not on Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should include a cover letter a CV and names and email addresses of at least three references. Review of applications will begin on April 24 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Recruitment Range competitive
Org -Department Physics and Astronomy - 12213
Job Open Date 03172026
For Best Consideration Date 04242026
Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment Permanent Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year 12
FLSA
ADA Checklist ADA Checklist R for Rare 0-30 O for Occasional 30-60 F for Frequent 60-90 C for Constant 90-100.
Physical Effort
Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - O
Hand Movement-Grasping - O
Holding - O
Finger Dexterity - O
Vision-Skilled Trades - O
Reading - F
Writing - F
Eye-hand coordination - O
Vision-PreparingAnalyzing figures - O
Vision-Visual inspection - F
Vision-MeasuringAssembling at distance close to eye - F
Hearing - F
Talking - F
Standing - O
Sitting - O
Walking - O
Vision-Color Distinction - O
Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O
PushingPulling - O
Climbing-Stairs - O
Climbing-Ladders - O
Bending - O
Squatting - O
Crawling - O
Reaching - O
Work Environment
Driving - CarTruck - F
EquipmentMachines - Ladders - O
EquipmentMachines - Step Stools - O
NightDark - F
Extreme temperatures - O
Inside - F
Outside - O
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
ResumeCV
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
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Open Ended Question
Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship Yes No
Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro Yes No