Assistant Professor, Astronomy (T/TE)

TopSciNet; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full benefits eligible

Zusammenfassung

The University of Arizona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Astronomy and Steward Observatory on the Main Campus, Tucson. The successful candidate will focus on cosmology and machine learning/data analysis, with opportunities to work on large-scale surveys and datasets.

Responsibilities include maintaining an active research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contributing to advising and committee duties within a supportive

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Maintain an active research program in cosmology and ML applications to astrophysics.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and contribute to advising and committee duties.

Kenntnisse

Cosmology research

Machine learning for astrophysics

Ausbildung

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

Jobbeschreibung

The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ — USA

The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ USA Posted Dec 09, 2025 Due Nov 29, 2026

Astronomy and Astrophysics

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

About the University of Arizona

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.

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.

Required Qualifications

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

Demonstrated research expertise in cosmology and/or machine learning for astrophysics

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.

Safety and Compliance

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