Tenure-Track Astronomy/Astrophysics Professor

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position starting in Fall 2027. We seek an astronomer or astrophysicist focusing on theoretical, computational or observational astronomy that complements our department's mission.

The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics courses, with lab components using the Brooks Astronomical Observatory.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in astronomy or astrophysics or closely related field.
• Proven ability to mentor students and teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Capacity to develop externally funded research programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics courses.
• Develop externally funded research using ground-based/space observatories.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Collaborate with the department to advance teaching and research missions.

Skills

Mentoring

Teaching

Research development

Education

Ph.D. in astronomy/astrophysics or closely related field

Job description

The Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position starting in Fall 2027. We seek an astronomer or astrophysicist focusing on theoretical, computational or observational astronomy that complements our department's mission.

The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics courses, with lab components using the Brooks Astronomical Observatory.