Astronomy Instrumentation & Exoplanet Researcher

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Astronomy in SESE. The position, starting August 2027, supports research in observational, theoretical, numerical, and instrumentation areas, with emphasis on instrument builders leveraging ASU’s access to world‑class telescopes and GMT/ Habitable Worlds Observatory initiatives.

The role is based on the Tempe campus and requires in‑person work.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science, Engineering, or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated record of research excellence and ability to establish and sustain an independent, internationally recognised program.
• Demonstrated experience or potential to develop competitive proposals and secure external funding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an independent, high‑impact research program in astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field.
• Develop and lead proposals for external funding to sustain an independent program.
• Lead and manage research projects and collaborations, supervising research personnel, students, and postdocs.
• Disseminate research through publications and conferences.
• Build collaborations within SESE, across ASU, and with external institutions.

Skills

Independent research

Proposal writing

Mentoring

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science, or Engineering

Job description

Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Astronomy in SESE. The position, starting August 2027, supports research in observational, theoretical, numerical, and instrumentation areas, with emphasis on instrument builders leveraging ASU’s access to world‑class telescopes and GMT/ Habitable Worlds Observatory initiatives.

The role is based on the Tempe campus and requires in‑person work.