Cornell University, Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based Sciences and Education

Position ID:Cornell-CLASSEPhysics-ASTROPHYSICSFAASTROPHYSICSFACULTY [#19634, WDR-00028019]
Position Title: Astrophysics Faculty
Position Type:Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Astrophysics / Theoretical Astrophysics
Appl Deadline:2021/11/30 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2021/09/17, finished 2023/09/16, listed until 2022/03/17)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

Tenure-track Faculty Position in Theoretical Astrophysics The Physics Department at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position pursuing theoretical astrophysics research. Candidates with experience in relativistic astrophysics, computational astrophysics, gravitational-wave astrophysics or theoretical cosmology are of particular interest, but we encourage applications from all areas of theoretical astrophysics.

We seek candidates with an established record of high-impact research to conduct an independent research program and to teach and advise our undergraduate and graduate students. A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required. Required materials are a cover letter, curriculum vitae with publication list, statement of research, statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Also required is a statement of diversity, equity and inclusion describing the applicant’s efforts and aspirations to promote equity, inclusion and diversity through teaching, research and service. The target start date for the appointment is July 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the application submission can be directed to Katerina Malysheva (evm23@cornell.edu). Inquiries about the position can be directed to Prof. Eanna Flanagan (eef3@cornell.edu).

Applications should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19634

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Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
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Further Info:
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134 Newman Lab
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853