Assistant Teaching Professor, Teaching-Track, in Astronomy

Job Number 174412 Job Type Regular Full-Time Division Emory College Department ECAS: Physics Campus Location (For Posting) : Location US-GA-Atlanta Location : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor Remote Work Classification No Remote Health and Safety Information Not Applicable Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description ** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON iCIMS. ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY THROUGH INTERFOLIO: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166 ** Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy, Department of Physics, Emory University Emory University in Atlanta, GA seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy in the Department of Physics beginning in Fall 2027.

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include (a) teaching of astrophysics and introductory astronomy as well as other courses in the undergraduate physics curriculum, (b) maintaining undergraduate research projects in astronomy, including sustained mentorship of undergraduate students, and (c) teaching and coordinating astronomy laboratories. Additional responsibilities may include overseeing the Physics Department’s programs in undergraduate research, and organizing and participating in outreach events. Emory’s facilities include a Zeiss Skymaster planetarium, an on-site 24" telescope, and a 25-foot diameter radio telescope. This is a career-track position with full faculty governance rights and responsibilities, competitive salary and benefits, with potential for regular term renewal and promotion through the teaching track ranks.

The candidate will join a cohesive group of tenure- (18) and teaching-track (4) faculty in our department. The candidate will be committed to excelling professionally in a department of supportive colleagues who believe that excellence is achieved both individually and collectively. Our faculty, staff, and students contribute to a thriving community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are dedicated to joining us in this mission. To find out more about our department and our facilities, please see our web page at http://www.physics.emory.edu/.

A PhD in Physics or Astronomy is preferred, but the candidate may hold a PhD in a closely related field with substantial experience in related areas. The successful candidate will ideally have a demonstrated track record of directing undergraduate research and success in teaching at the undergraduate level. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a teaching statement, a statement describing proposed research in Astronomy with undergraduates, and the contact information of three professional references through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166. Review of applications will begin on November 15.

To ensure full consideration, all materials should be received by December 10. For more information, contact Dr. Erin Bonning at [email protected]. ** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON iCIMS. ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY THROUGH INTERFOLIO: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166 ** NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option.

Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.

Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description ** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON iCIMS. ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY THROUGH INTERFOLIO: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166 ** Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy, Department of Physics, Emory University Emory University in Atlanta, GA seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Astronomy in the Department of Physics beginning in Fall 2027.

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include (a) teaching of astrophysics and introductory astronomy as well as other courses in the undergraduate physics curriculum, (b) maintaining undergraduate research projects in astronomy, including sustained mentorship of undergraduate students, and (c) teaching and coordinating astronomy laboratories. Additional responsibilities may include overseeing the Physics Department’s programs in undergraduate research, and organizing and participating in outreach events. Emory’s facilities include a Zeiss Skymaster planetarium, an on-site 24" telescope, and a 25-foot diameter radio telescope.This is a career-track position with full faculty governance rights and responsibilities, competitive salary and benefits, with potential for regular term renewal and promotion through the teaching track ranks. The candidate will join a cohesive group of tenure- (18) and teaching-track (4) faculty in our department.

The candidate will be committed to excelling professionally in a department of supportive colleagues who believe that excellence is achieved both individually and collectively. Our faculty, staff, and students contribute to a thriving community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are dedicated to joining us in this mission. To find out more about our department and our facilities, please see our web page at http://www.physics.emory.edu/. A PhD in Physics or Astronomy is preferred, but the candidate may hold a PhD in a closely related field with substantial experience in related areas.

The successful candidate will ideally have a demonstrated track record of directing undergraduate research and success in teaching at the undergraduate level.Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a teaching statement, a statement describing proposed research in Astronomy with undergraduates, and the contact information of three professional references through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166. Review of applications will begin on November 15. To ensure full consideration, all materials should be received by December 10. For more information, contact Dr.

Erin Bonning at [email protected]. ** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON iCIMS. ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST APPLY THROUGH INTERFOLIO: https://apply.interfolio.com/194166 ** NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [email protected] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination. .

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