Executive Director of the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR)

ASGSR - American Society for Gravitational and Space Research; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in space science is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and advocacy for space life and physical sciences. The role includes managing daily operations, serving as a spokesperson, and ensuring sustained growth and financial stability. Applicants should have a strong passion for research, leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. Apply via email with the necessary documents before June 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Dynamic and self-driven individual with a passion for space research.
• Experience in leadership and advocacy roles.
• Strong communication and operational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute all aspects of ASGSR’s business.
• Serve as the main public contact and spokesperson.
• Work closely with the Governing Board and committees.

Job description

Executive Director of the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR)

Accepting Applications through June 24, 2025

The American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR) is seeking a dynamic, self-driven individual to serve as the next Executive Director for the Society and provide leadership and advocacy for space life and physical sciences.

Position Summary:The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of ASGSR who coordinates, implements, and executes all aspects of ASGSR’s business, including management of daily operations in cooperation with the Governing Board of the Society. The Executive Director is the main public contact and spokesperson for the Society. She/he advances the Society’s mission through strategic leadership, advocacy, communication, and operational excellence. The Executive Director reports to the ASGSR President and works closely with the Governing Board of Directors, Student society, staff, and committee leadership to ensure sustained growth, financial stability, and expanded impact within the space research community.

Further Details: for the Executive Director position description, qualification requirements, work environment & compensation can be found on the ASGSR Website at:

Application process:to apply for this opportunity,please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references [e-mail] byJune 24, 2025. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. For questions or additional information about this position, direct inquiries can be made to:[e-mail] .

More About ASGSR:Founded in 1984, the ASGSR is a nonprofit organization that represents a community of research scientists, technology developers, industry partners, and science educators with a passion for exploration-relevant and fundamental space science. Highly cross-disciplinary by design, the Society focuses specifically on understanding how biological and physical systems respond to all aspects of the spaceflight environment, including variable gravity conditions, radiation, isolation and others. ASGSR connects scientists, engineers, and students from all career stages to share research, encourage professional development, build collaborations, and discuss emerging issues in the field through annual conferences, publications, analysis, working groups, and advocacy efforts. With approximately 800 members spanning academia, government, and industry interests, ASGSR is a leading professional Society in the space sector.