Astronomy Professor

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst is a leading public research university offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our scenic campus in Western Massachusetts provides a rich cultural environment and easy access to major academic centers in the New England region.

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a talented tenure-track faculty member in theory, covering areas such as Time Domain Astronomy, Multi-messenger Astrophysics, and related fields. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and collegial community in the Department of Astronomy, part of the Five Colleges Astronomy Department (FCAD). Our department offers PhD degrees, as well as BS and BA in Astronomy, and collaborates with faculty members at other departments and universities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a research group contributing to basic and applied knowledge in astronomy and astrophysics.
• Teach and co-teach courses in the Astronomy Department.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Advise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Write proposals and manage externally funded research projects.
• Collaborate in research with faculty members at other departments and universities.
• Make research contributions gaining national and international attention.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field such as Astronomy, Astrophysics, Space Sciences, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience as a Postdoctoral Researcher.

Additional Information

Prospective faculty can find more information here: link.