Lecturer (Teaching) in Observational Astrophysics

1 month ago


London, United Kingdom UCL Eastman Dental Institute Full time

About the role

UCL invites applications for a Lecturer (Teaching) in Observational Astrophysics. The new Lecturer will be based at UCLO, and will work closely with UCLO and Astrophysics colleagues, and with teaching staff in Physics and Astronomy.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and assisting practical-class modules in observational astrophysics at UCL Observatory. They will design and develop course content and materials, translating advances in astrophysics to UCLO teaching, and developing effective assessment and feedback. They will supervise undergraduate and MSc-postgraduate student projects, making use of UCLO facilities. They will contribute to facility design and development at UCLO to extend the range of activities available to students.

Candidates will need to upload a CV (including a list of publications), and the contact information for three references. A full cover letter should be included using the “Statement in Support of your Application” section of the online form.

Informal enquiries regarding the vacancy can be made to: Dr. Steve Fossey,

About you

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Astrophysics or closely related discipline and a FHEA or equivalent professional teaching qualification.

It is essential that you have experience of teaching astrophysics in a higher-education context, ideally within an observatory environment. You will also possess the knowledge and experience of techniques and technologies in observational astrophysics.

The ability to teach astrophysics to undergraduates and postgraduates at a high level and experience of supervising undergraduate or masters-level student research projects is key.

What we offer

At UCL, we offer a competitive benefits package including 27 days annual leave plus six days (bank holidays are in addition), hybrid and flexible working, pension scheme, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity/ paternity/ adoption pay, workplace nursery, employee assistance programme and much more

For more information on our benefits, please visit our staff benefits webpage -


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