The Minnesota Institute of Astrophysics (MIfA) within the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Astrophysics, to begin August 2025. The Institute has identified a particular strategic need in stellar astrophysics, but we are conducting a broad search spanning all areas of astrophysics. The intended rank is Assistant Professor, but applications at a more senior level will also be considered.

MIfA faculty have a broad range of research interests that include: solar, space, and planetary physics, stellar astrophysics, extragalactic astronomy, gravitational wave detection, dark matter particle searches, time domain and multi-messenger astronomy, and cosmology. Further details may be found at https://cse.umn.edu/mifa. The successful candidate will have access to our facilities which include a share of the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT), the 1.5 m Mt. Lemmon Observing Facility, and access to the Minnesota Supercomputing Institute.

We are searching for someone to conduct a vigorous and significant research program and to teach effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in physics or astrophysics and should demonstrate their potential to perform those functions. The candidate should be dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, and should be committed to working well with others.

Qualifications
A Ph.D. in astrophysics or a closely related field is required.

Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, go to the Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/155344) job site and follow the application instructions.

Required materials are:
• A one-page cover letter
• A Curriculum Vitae including a list of publications, contributed and invited talks, awards, accepted and pending proposals for funding/resources, teaching/ mentoring roles, and leadership positions
• A Research Statement (3 – 5 pages) describing past and current research as well as plans for future research including how they may intersect with current efforts at the University of Minnesota
• A Teaching Statement (up to 2 pages) describing your approach to and/or experience with classroom teaching and research mentoring
• A Community/Diversity statement (up to 2 pages) describing your contributions to the diverse responsibilities of faculty including mentoring, disseminating knowledge, and sustaining healthy, inclusive communities. The applicant should describe their interests and plans for enriching the University of Minnesota community.
• Candidates should arrange for 3 letters of reference, signed and on official letterhead, sent directly to Interfolio.

All materials including letters of reference must be received by November 15, 2024 for full consideration, although applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Application Deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024

Application link: http://apply.interfolio.com/155344