Assistant Professor, Astronomy (T/TE)

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Arizona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Astronomy and Steward Observatory with a focus on cosmology and machine learning/data analysis. The successful candidate will leverage ML to model cosmic structure evolution and connect to major surveys (DESI, LSST, Euclid).

Responsibilities include maintaining an active research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, advising students, and participating in committees.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in astronomy/physics or related field.
• Demonstrated research expertise in cosmology and/or ML for astrophysics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active research program in cosmology and ML for astrophysics.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Advise students and participate in committees.

Skills

Cosmology

Machine learning for astrophysics

Education

Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or related field

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Posted: November 29, 2025

Application Due: Open Until Filled

Category: Astronomy and Astrophysics

Department: Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory (DA/SO), University of Arizona

Location: Main Campus, Tucson, AZ, USA

Rank: Assistant Professor

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Academic

Tenure Track: Yes

Benefits: Full benefits eligible

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Pencetakan & Penerbitan

The University of Arizona (UArizona) is a leading research university offering a world-class environment in astrophysics. The Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory provides faculty access to cutting‑edge research facilities, observatories, and local high‑performance computing (HPC) resources. Faculty are also supported in applying for national HPC resources. UArizona has strong interdisciplinary programs across Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Sciences, Optical Sciences, and the Data Science Institute, as well as collaborations with NSF’s NOIRLab.

UArizona offers outstanding benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement plans, tuition reductions, and access to cultural and recreational programs. The University is recognized for innovative work‑life programs and relocation support.

Astronomy

Position Summary

DA/SO invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position (Assistant Professor) with research expertise in cosmology and machine learning/data analysis. Ideal candidates will use ML techniques to improve modeling and interpretation of cosmic structure evolution and/or early universe physics and connect this work to current and future large datasets (e.g., DESI, LSST, Euclid, Roman, SPHEREx, Simons Observatory).

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research program, participate fully in undergraduate and graduate education, and contribute to advising and committee duties.

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Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or related fields
• Demonstrated research expertise in cosmology and/or machine learning for astrophysics

Contact For Questions

Kelly Merrill

Email: [e-mail]

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Academic environment with regular office, laboratory, and classroom work
• Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified individuals with disabilities

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity

The University of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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