Tenure track assistant professor of astrophysics and cosmology

Job Summary

Category
Tenure and Tenure-track Faculty Positions
Institution
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Department
Physics
Number of Positions Available
1
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)

Rolla, MO
United States

Job Description

The Physics Department at Missouri University of Science & Technology (Missouri S&T) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of astrophysics and cosmology to begin in August 2025. 

We are searching for a candidate that complements and/or expands existing research directions in the department. Present activities include, but are not limited to, multi-messenger astrophysics, theoretical and observational cosmology, galaxy evolution, and gravitational-wave astronomy. 

Missouri S&T is a member institution of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and actively involved in galaxy surveys, including the Hobby-Eberly Telescope Dark Energy Experiment (HETDEX), Subaru Prime Focus Spectrograph (PFS), Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. 

More information about the Physics Department at Missouri S&T is available at http://physics.mst.edu.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Physics or an equivalent degree and have demonstrated outstanding research accomplishments, a commitment to excellence in teaching at all levels, and excellent communications skills. 

Application Deadline
Applications will be considered until the position is filled; review of applications will begin October 15, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 573-341-4241. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-341-7734.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Type
Salary
Currency
467
Included Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Application Details

Application Instructions
Applications should include a cover letter explaining the candidate's interest in joining Missouri S&T, a curriculum vitae, a complete publications list, and two-page statements of research plans, teaching philosophy, and broader impacts outlining past and/or future planned educational and public outreach initiatives outside of the classroom, as well as complete contact information for at least three references.

Applications should be submitted electronically at this link.:
https://erecruit.umsystem.edu/psc/tamext/ROLLA/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U
All submitted application materials must include the position reference number 52198 in order to be processed. Documents must be in PDF format. Other formats and hard copy materials will not be accepted.

Values Commitment
Missouri S&T values the uniqueness of every individual and strives to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Publication Start Date
2024 Sep 01
Application Deadline
2024 Oct 15

Inquiries

Name
Thomas Vojta

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