Assistant Professor, Planetary Science & Space Research

American Meteorological Society; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

MIT's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We seek outstanding researchers whose work spans Solar System and exoplanet studies, employing diverse methods from observations to theory.

We anticipate starting at the assistant professor level, with senior appointments possible. We value collaboration with MIT-WHOI and other departments, and we expect candidates to contribute to undergraduate and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in earth and planetary sciences or closely related field required by the start of employment.
• Strong potential for innovation and leadership in research and teaching.
• Ability to teach courses and mentor at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop and lead independent research programs in planetary science.
• Collaborate across MIT departments and external institutions.

Education

Ph.D. in earth and planetary sciences or closely related field

Job description

MIT's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We seek outstanding researchers whose work spans Solar System and exoplanet studies, employing diverse methods from observations to theory.

We anticipate starting at the assistant professor level, with senior appointments possible. We value collaboration with MIT-WHOI and other departments, and we expect candidates to contribute to undergraduate and