Astronomy Professor & Observatory Director (Tenure-Track)

Eastern University; Chesterbrook (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern University seeks a full-time, tenure-track astronomy professor who will also serve as Director of the Bradstreet Observatory and Julia Fowler Planetarium. This role blends teaching, active research, facility administration, public outreach, and a Christian faith integration within higher education.

The position includes leading undergraduate courses in astronomy and related fields, directing public programming, mentoring students in research, and upholding the University's Doctrinal

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.
• Proven ability to teach undergraduates (including non-science majors).
• Active research program with undergraduate involvement potential.
• Commitment to Eastern University’s Christian values and integration of faith in academics.
• Willingness to teach interdisciplinary courses (math, physics, CS) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory astronomy courses and labs, plus an Honors Cosmology course; potential math/physics/CS teaching as needed.
• Direct the Bradstreet Observatory and Julia Fowler Planetarium, including public programming and field trips.
• Supervise Observatory/Planetarium staff and coordinate research opportunities for students.
• Maintain an active astronomy/astrophysics research program with undergraduate mentorship.
• Integrate Christian worldview into teaching, mentoring, and scholarship per University Doctrinal Statement.

Skills

Undergrad teaching

Active research program

Interdisciplinary teaching

Christian integration in teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Astronomy/Astrophysics

Job description

Eastern University seeks a full-time, tenure-track astronomy professor who will also serve as Director of the Bradstreet Observatory and Julia Fowler Planetarium. This role blends teaching, active research, facility administration, public outreach, and a Christian faith integration within higher education.

The position includes leading undergraduate courses in astronomy and related fields, directing public programming, mentoring students in research, and upholding the University's Doctrinal