Professor (Associate/Full level) Observational Radio Astrophysics

The Astronomy Department at Cornell University invites applications for a faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level. We encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate outstanding research, teaching, mentorship, and leadership in the area of observational radio astrophysics with emphasis on gravitational wave studies and transient source science. The Department will prioritize candidates with a broad portfolio of interests and accomplishments in the field. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in research aligned with priorities from the recent Decadal Survey on Astronomy and Astrophysics, to enhance the Department’s current strengths in radio science and to build collaborations with new observational projects around the world.

We expect candidates to have an established record of high-impact research and to demonstrate the potential to build an externally-funded independent research program. The successful candidate will also have a strong record and/or commitment to excellence in teaching, advising, mentorship, and leadership of diverse groups. Cornell supports faculty excellence in pedagogy and building an inclusive campus community through the Center for Teaching Innovation and the Office of Faculty Development & Diversity. A Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Sciences or a closely related field is required, and postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter (2-page limit), a curriculum vitae with publications, a statement of research (5-page limit), a statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy (2-page limit) the names of three people to provide letters of recommendation at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28899.

The Cornell Department of Astronomy strives to create and strengthen an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually challenging environment that embraces diversity in the pursuit of knowledge. Application materials should discuss personal experiences and/or approaches (past, current or future) to fostering learning, mentorship, research, service, leadership and/or outreach in a diverse community. Applicants may choose to submit a stand-alone statement on supporting diverse communities (1-page limit) or embed relevant information in the other application materials. The target start date for the appointment is July 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Actual salary offers in the College of Arts and Sciences will be based on education, experience, discipline, and relevant skills.

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