Carnegie Mellon University
Location
University, MO | United States
Job description
The Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a new full time faculty position in astrophysics/cosmology. We seek outstanding individuals in computation/theory or observation/instrumentation who will complement and expand the current activities of the McWilliams Center for Cosmology (). Candidates from all areas of observational and theoretical astrophysics are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates who will best leverage current interdisciplinary activities including those across the Physics, Statistics and Data Science, Computer Science, and Engineering Departments at CMU.
The successful applicant will be expected to conduct an original research program that includes mentorship of graduate students, to teach courses within CMU's undergraduate and graduate curriculum, and to facilitate and/or contribute to diversity and inclusion within the Physics department. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics or a closely related field, and demonstrate achievement in research as well as commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Appointment at the tenure‐track Assistant Professor level is the target of this search, but more senior appointments with tenure may also be possible for exceptionally qualified candidates. The target starting date for this position is September 1, 2022.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, research statement, teaching statement, and a diversity statement (describing past and planned contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion), and should arrange for a minimum of three reference letters to be sent in support of their application. The deadline for submission of all materials is December 15th, 2021. All materials should be submitted electronically through this Interfolio website.
Carnegie Mellon is committed to increasing the diversity of its community on a range of intellectual and cultural dimensions. We welcome faculty applicants who will contribute to this diversity through their research, teaching and service. Carnegie Mellon seeks to meet the needs of dual-career couples and is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) that assists with dual-career searches.
Carnegie Mellon University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon ( is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology and business, to public policy, the humanities and the arts. More than 12,000 students in the university’s seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. A global university, Carnegie Mellon’s main campus in the United States is in Pittsburgh, Pa. It has campuses in California’s Silicon Valley and Qatar, and programs in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and Mexico.
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