Visionary Planetary Science Tenure-Track Faculty

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We welcome candidates across Solar System and exoplanet research, using diverse methodologies. Preference is for assistant professor level, though senior appointments will be considered.

EAPS community includes multiple departments and partnerships; start date is Sept 1, 2027 or later. The department seeks leaders in research and education, with strong potential for innovation,

Qualifications

• PhD in earth and planetary sciences or closely related field is required by the start of employment.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels is expected.

Responsibilities

• Tenure-track faculty in planetary sciences with focus on research leadership and innovation.
• Contribute to teaching courses and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Collaborate with MIT planetary science community and related departments.

Education

PhD

Job description

Massachusetts Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in planetary science. We welcome candidates across Solar System and exoplanet research, using diverse methodologies. Preference is for assistant professor level, though senior appointments will be considered.

EAPS community includes multiple departments and partnerships; start date is Sept 1, 2027 or later. The department seeks leaders in research and education, with strong potential for innovation,