{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c82807b841c342c444e404ff","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c82807b841c342c444e404ff","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c82807b841c342c444e404ff","title":"Assistant Research Professor, Steward Observatory (Career-Track)","description":"Assistant Research Professor, Steward Observatory (Career-Track)\nPosting Number req26897\nDepartment Steward Observatory\nDepartment Website Link https://astro.arizona.edu\nLocation Tucson Campus\nAddress Tucson, AZ USA\nPosition Highlights\n\nSteward Observatory seeks to fill a Research Professor position to support exoplanet science within the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics (CAAO). This faculty member will bridge the gap between science and instrumentation, informing, commissioning, and analyzing exoplanet direct imaging instruments and datasets. The position will support new and in-progress space instruments for coronagraphy and high-resolution astronomy while advancing the technology readiness of a variety of approaches through simulation, analysis, reduction, and publication.\n\nRecently selected to build the Lazuli instruments and leading the GMagAO-X instrument, Steward Observatory provides direct access to various world-class facilities for ground-based radio and optical observing. Among these are the Large Binocular Telescope and 6.5m aperture telescopes located in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Applicants will be eligible to submit their own science proposals and lead independent research programs. As a key member of the research team, the successful candidate will play an active role in defining and implementing science priorities, mentoring students and postdocs, and developing cutting-edge tools for high-contrast imaging.\n\nThis career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work assignment in conversation with the supervisor.\n\nVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.\n\nOutstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!\n\nThe University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.\n\nDuties & Responsibilities\nSupport high-contrast imaging projects within the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics (CAAO).\nMentor students in best practices for exoplanet imaging and astronomical data reduction.\nBuild and contribute to target selection and data reduction tools.\nOrganize exoplanet science journal clubs and symposia within the CAAO.\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):\n\nProven ability to collaborate across disciplines.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nPhD in astronomy, optics, physics, engineering, or a related field.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in high-contrast imaging or coronagraphy.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in exoplanet atmosphere modeling.\nExperience in team management in high-stress environments.\nExperience with modern software development practices and documentation, including Python and Git.\nExperience managing priorities across teams.\nExperience commissioning an astronomical instrument.\nExperience mentoring students.\n\nRank Professor\nTenure Information Career-Track (CT)\nFLSA Exempt\nFull Time/Part Time Full Time\nNumber of Hours Worked per Week 40\nJob FTE 1.0\nWork Calendar Fiscal\nJob Category Research Faculty\nBenefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits\nRate of Pay DOE\nCompensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)\nType of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)\nNumber of Vacancies 1\nTarget Hire Date 9/14/2026\nExpected End Date\nContact Information for Candidates Ewan Douglas Ph.D.\nAssociate Professor, Astronomy\ndouglase@arizona.edu\n\nOpen Date 8/25/2026\nOpen Until Filled Yes\nDocuments Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter\nSpecial Instructions to Applicant\nNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.\nPaper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.","company":"University of Arizona","rawCompany":"university of arizona","city":"Tucson","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T09:55:41.219Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2011.00","title":"Astronomers","slug":"astronomers"},{"code":"19-2099.00","title":"Physical Scientists, All Other","slug":"physical-scientists-all-other"},{"code":"19-2012.00","title":"Physicists","slug":"physicists"}],"industries":[{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Assistant Research Professor, Steward Observatory (Career-Track)","description":"Assistant Research Professor, Steward Observatory (Career-Track)\nPosting Number req26897\nDepartment Steward Observatory\nDepartment Website Link https://astro.arizona.edu\nLocation Tucson Campus\nAddress Tucson, AZ USA\nPosition Highlights\n\nSteward Observatory seeks to fill a Research Professor position to support exoplanet science within the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics (CAAO). 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