Tenure-Track Planetary Scientist: Solar System & Exoplanets

1000scholars; United States; On-site; USD 143,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

MIT's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) in Cambridge invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We seek outstanding scientists with potential for leadership across Solar System and exoplanet research, using any method including observations, fieldwork, experiments, theory and modelling.

The ideal hire will contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels and mentor students.

Qualifications

• PhD in planetary science or related field.
• Strong record of research excellence and leadership potential.
• Ability to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Establish an active, externally funded research program in planetary science.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise student research.
• Contribute to departmental service and mentoring activities.

Job description

MIT's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) in Cambridge invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We seek outstanding scientists with potential for leadership across Solar System and exoplanet research, using any method including observations, fieldwork, experiments, theory and modelling.

The ideal hire will contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels and mentor students.