The Department of Astronautical Engineering is seeking a Part-time Lecturer to teach ASTE-583: Space Navigation. The applicant must have a PhD degree in an Engineering discipline and significant work experience in the space industry. Teaching experience is preferred.

Applications must include a CV and personal statement. This is a part-time appointment, effective Fall 2025. Applications will be considered starting immediately until the position is filled.

The core salary range for this position is $3,476 - $3,778.44 per unit. This is a part-time position. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The University of Southern California, founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family, which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff who make the university what it is.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100 or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

Minimum Education Masters in science or engineering.
Preferred Education PhD in science and engineering.

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