Open Rank - Assistant/Associate Professor - Physics and Astronomy at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req34194

Working Title:
Open Rank - Assistant/Associate Professor - Physics and Astronomy

Position Summary:
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Radio Astronomy to begin in August 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track or tenured position in Radio Astronomy. Applicants must have a PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or a related field by the date of appointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by December 1, 2025.

Applications must demonstrate evidence of proficiency in the field of radio astronomy. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Astronomy and Physics, supervise masters and doctoral students (including comprehensive exams), and contribute to core, required undergraduate and graduate courses.

For best consideration, all requiredapplication materials must be received by December 1, 2025. We will onlyconsider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled.Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee Chair,Greg Taylor, gbtaylor@unm.edu, anddepartment chair Rich Rand, rjr@unm.edu. Inquiriesabout the online application process can be directed to the Search coordinator,Julie Morrison, jmorriso@unm.edu. TheUniversity of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants areencouraged to apply.

UNMis the premier research university in New Mexico, is a Carnegie HighestResearch Activity Institution, and is a federally designated Hispanic ServingInstitution. New Mexico is a majority minority state and UNM's studentpopulation is among the most diverse in the country. Our campusis located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor andrecreational opportunities for everyone. UNM is located on thetraditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples ofNew Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache - and their connection to this landremains significant. Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, andresearch opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Department:
Physics Astronomy Department (707A)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Open Rank
Hiring Department:
College of Arts & Sciences

Academic Location:
Physics Astronomy Department (707A)
Benefits Eligible:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 12/1/2025. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

1. PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science or a related field by date of appointment.

2. At least 3 years of experience with radio astronomy science and/or instrumentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated strength in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, or teaching potential as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter and references.

2. Demonstrated ability to develop a research program and publications as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter, publication record, and research statement.

3. Demonstrated strength in leadership as evidenced through the submitted CV, references and research statement.

4. Ability to mentor students at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels as evidenced through the submitted cover letter, CV and publication record.

5. Potential to contribute to strengths of the department such as the LWA project, the VLA, the VLBA and the ngVLA project as evidenced through the submitted cover letter, CV and publication record.

6. Ability or potential for obtaining extramural funding to support research and teaching as evidenced through the submitted CV, cover letter, and awards or fellowships obtained.

7. A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities as evidenced through the submitted CV and cover letter.