Open Rank, Tenure Track Faculty Position in Astronomy/Astrophysics

About the role

The Department of Physics at Florida International University (FIU), Miami FL, invites applications for an open rank, tenure-track faculty position in Astronomy / Astrophysics, with a preference for candidates specializing in extragalactic astrophysics, including galaxy formation and evolution, active galactic nuclei, observational cosmology, and related areas in observations and/or theory.

Job Information

The position is expected to begin in August 2026.

About the Department

The Department of Physics hosts active research groups in astronomy & astrophysics, nuclear & particle physics, biophysics, cognitive neuroimaging, condensed matter physics, and physics education. We operate the Stocker AstroScience center, the preeminent student observatory in the State of Florida featuring a research-grade 24° automated telescope for research and teaching. We are also a member of the SARA consortium and have guaranteed time on 1-meter telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory, Cerro Tolo Interamerican Observatory, and La Palma Observatory.

Responsibilities

- Develop a vigorous, externally funded research program in astronomy/astrophysics. - Recruit & supervise PhD students and potential postdocs. - Teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels in Physics & Astronomy. - Contribute to departmental service and mentoring. - Contribute to the field of astronomy through professional engagement and outreach.

Qualifications

- Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or closely related discipline (by the time of application). - Substantial body of research published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. - Strong commitment to teaching and service. - Clear potential for leadership in science.

Preferred Qualifications

- Proven track record of obtaining research grants, or strong potential to achieve this. - Evidence of successfully obtaining fellowships, competitive telescope time, and/or CPU time on premier facilities. - Experience teaching physics & astronomy courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels as the primary instructor. - Research focused on extragalactic astrophysics, with collaborations in large ongoing projects (either observational or simulations based). - Experience mentoring research students.