The Hawai’i Institute of Geophysics and Planetology (HIGP) at the University of Hawai’i (UH) seeks to hire two tenure-track faculty members (one appointment will be made at the assistant level, the other at the associate level) to lead the development of small/micro/cube satellite missions (or the development of key subsystems, such as payloads) to support new Earth and planetary science missions.

For further details, including minimum/desirable qualifications and application procedures, please see http://workatuh.hawaii.edu/Jobs/NAdvert/28814/5026769/1/postdate/desc. The search is open until the positions are filled.

The School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS, www.eas.gatech.edu) at Georgia Tech invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in solid earth geosciences and one tenure-track faculty position in planetary and space sciences. Applicants will be considered at all ranks. For the solid earth geosciences positions, we are looking for broad-minded geoscientists with interests that complement our current geophysical strengths in geodesy, geomorphology, glaciology, seismology, computational methods, planetary and space sciences. For the planetary and space science position, we invite candidates who will build a competitive research program that complements or extends the strengths of our ongoing planetary and space research, and who bridge connections within geophysics and ongoing and future missions through observational, theoretical, or modeling approaches. We seek individuals who are interested in working in a dynamic and interdisciplinary university that includes a diverse group of planetary and space, earth, ocean, and atmospheric sciences, and many top-ranked engineering programs. Candidates are expected to demonstrate an exceptional commitment to teaching and mentoring of students.

Georgia Institute of Technology, located in the diverse, and thriving metropolis of Atlanta, is consistently a top ranked educational and research institution. Georgia Tech prides itself on its engineering resources, collaborations, its quantitative and rigorous undergraduate student body, and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants should send an application letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a description of their teaching interests and their advising/mentoring philosophy, and the names and contact information for at least three references. Application materials should be submitted as PDF files via Academicjobsonline.org. Requests for information should be directed to [email protected]. Applications will be considered beginning October 1, 2018 but the search will continue until the positions are filled. An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment. Georgia Tech is an equal education/employment opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse community. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

Postdoctoral Scholar, Exoplanet Habitability

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral scholar position in astronomy at the University of California, Irvine. The postdoctoral researcher will work with Prof. Aomawa Shields at UCI on climate modeling studies of potentially habitable exoplanets, including systems discovered by NASA’s Kepler mission, the upcoming Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), and other space- and ground-based observatories. Desirable qualifications include experience with computer climate modeling; a research background in atmospheric or planetary science; strong written and oral communication skills; and an ability to work well in a collaborative environment.

The appointment can begin in summer 2018, with a negotiable starting date. The initial appointment will be for one year, with a possibility of extension to longer terms contingent upon availability of funds and successful performance. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in astronomy, astrobiology, physics, or one of the earth science disciplines prior to beginning the appointment. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Candidates should submit a CV, publication list, a statement of research interests, and other supporting documents, through the UC Irvine academic personnel recruiting portal at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF04558. Through this site, applicants will also provide names and email addresses of three referees

who will be contacted to submit letters of reference. For full consideration, applications and reference letters should be received by May 11, 2018. All application materials must be submitted through the UCI RECRUIT website https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF04558.

Information on postdoctoral appointments and resources at UC Irvine is available at https://www.grad.uci.edu/about-us/postdoctoral-scholars/index.php.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

RESEARCH SCIENTIST AT U. MARYLAND TO WORK WITH MINOR PLANET CENTER

We are seeking a research scientist with experience related to the Minor Planet Center and/or NASA’s Near-Earth Object Observations program.  The candidate will work with Michael A’Hearn in managing the integration of the Minor Planet Center into the Small Bodies Node of the Planetary Data System and will provide continuity of expertise beyond A’Hearn’s retirement.  Research in relevant fields is an appropriate portion of the position.

Applications should include a standard CV and a short (up to two pages) summary of relevant experience.

Funding for the position is anticipated in January.

The Department of Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2017. The search is open to all areas of planetary science. Areas of interest to the APS department include giant planets, planetary magnetospheres, icy bodies and the distant outer solar system, ocean worlds, observations of small bodies, the origin and dynamics of the solar system, comparative planetology, planetary evolution, and remote sensing. This position requires a commitment to teaching in our undergraduate and graduate programs and the ability to develop and conduct an independent research program. Applicants should hold a PhD and have research and teaching experience commensurate with the appointment level. Review of applications will begin December 1.

For more information on our department, see: http://www.colorado.edu/aps/

To view the full posting, visit https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and specify job #06668

The Department of Astronomy at the University of Virginia invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The candidate will join a diverse department with expertise in theoretical and observational astronomy and astrochemistry. Applicants, either observers or theorists, who will strengthen the collaboration between the Department of Astronomy and NRAO are encouraged to apply. The Headquarters of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) and the North American ALMA Science Center are located on the campus of the University of Virginia.

The Department has guaranteed access to the Large Binocular Telescope, Apache Point Observatory, and Steward Observatory (including the Magellan Telescopes in Chile). The Department is a partner in the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS) IV collaboration and is leading the APOGEE-2 Project. The Department also hosts the Virginia Institute for Theoretical Astronomy (VITA). Further, the University of Virginia is committed to establishing an Anchor Program in Advanced Astronomy Data within the University’s Data Science Institute to develop solutions to computational and data management challenges.

 The appointment begins with the fall term of 2017, with an anticipated start date of July 25, 2017. Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by May 2017 and must hold a PhD at the time of appointment. Candidates with some postdoctoral experience are highly preferred.

To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu ), search on posting number 0619751 and electronically attach the following: a cover letter describing research and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, and a statement of research interests. They should also arrange for three letters of reference to be emailed to: [email protected], with subject heading “Assistant Professor in Astronomy”.

This posting will close to applications on December 15, 2016. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2016.

The School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will serve as an Exploration Fellow. The mission of the postdoctoral Fellowship is to foster SESE’s interdisciplinary research program by attracting and supporting outstanding early-career scientists and engineers to pursue independent research in collaboration with SESE faculty. Research areas within SESE encompass astrobiology, astrophysics, cosmology, Earth and planetary science, instrumentation and systems engineering, and science education.

Anticipated start date for the position is July 2017. The expected duration of the Fellowship is three years.  Incoming Fellows will receive an annual stipend of $61,000 with health benefits, plus $9,000 per year in discretionary research funds. A relocation allowance will be provided.

Interested candidates should contact two current faculty members in SESE to discuss potential collaborative research topics and determine whether they would agree to serve as mentors. When a topic of mutual interest between the applicant and potential faculty mentors is identified, the applicant should submit a research proposal that includes: (1) a cover letter identifying the proposed research topic and the names of the two faculty mentors, (2) a current CV, (3) a research proposal not longer than five pages, and (4) two papers exemplifying the applicant’s research. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted separately. Preference will be given to proposals that include interdisciplinary research spanning multiple research areas within SESE.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. by the time of appointment, but received no earlier than 2012, in a field relevant to Earth and Space exploration, including (but not limited to) astrophysics, biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, physics, and planetary science. Applicants who received their Ph.D. prior to 2012 will not be considered.

Desired Qualifications: (1) research proposal that demonstrates relevance, interdisciplinary merit, and/or potential impact of the proposed research activities to the overarching “big picture” research questions in the field and to the mission of SESE, (2) a record of prior achievement and experience demonstrating the potential to accomplish proposed research objectives, and (3) evidence of strong verbal and written communication skills.

Application materials (and any questions) should be submitted by email to [email protected], addressed to the Exploration Fellowship Committee. Applications will only be considered complete when all materials described above are received. Initial review of complete applications will begin on November 18, 2016; if not filled, application review will continue every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment.

More information about the Exploration Fellowship can be found at:

http://sese.asu.edu/exploration-fellowship

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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The Department of Astronomy at the University of Maryland (located in College Park, MD) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position.  Accomplished candidates in any area of astronomy, astrophysics, or planetary science are encouraged to apply.  We are searching for candidates at the Assistant Professor (tenure track) level, but will consider applications for tenured ranks in exceptional cases.  A PhD in astronomy, physics, planetary science, or a related discipline is required, and the successful candidate must have an established record of research excellence. Candidates are expected to have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

We are committed to building a diverse faculty preeminent in our missions of research, teaching, and engagement in the community.  Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students or who can contribute to a climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in this area.

The Department of Astronomy has close collaborations with scientists in our physics, geology, and engineering departments as well as in neighboring institutions such as NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The Washington DC – Baltimore area is noted as a partner-friendly area due to its many employment opportunities in astronomy and other fields. Queries concerning the position can be directed to the search administrator, Dr. Eric McKenzie ([email protected]).

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

TO APPLY:  For full consideration, applications must be submitted by December 1, 2016. See http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/ for details. Since consideration will begin in early December but letters are not requested until you submit your completed application, you are encouraged to submit your application in advance of the December 1 deadline to give time for your letter writers to submit their letters by early December.