Academic HR Analyst Astronomy

Academic HR Analyst 3 (7715) - Astronomy

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The Department of Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley is a world‑renowned academic unit dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and discovery in astronomy and astrophysics. Located in Campbell Hall, the department offers robust undergraduate and graduate programs with hands‑on research opportunities across a broad range of areas, including theoretical and observational astrophysics, infrared, optical, and radio astronomy, galactic dynamics, high‑energy astrophysics, cosmology, and star and planet formation.

Faculty, students, and researchers collaborate closely to advance understanding of the universe through innovative research, data analysis, instrument development, and scholarship, while also contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives across campus and partnering research units. The department fosters a collaborative, inclusive academic environment that supports student success, scientific exploration, and public engagement.

The Academic Human Resources Analyst 3 provides high‑level academic personnel support for the Department of Astronomy and, as assigned, supports academic personnel administration for Cal Teach and other departments within the Math & Physical Sciences (MPS) Division. About 50% of the position is dedicated to the Department of Astronomy, with 25% allocated to Cal Teach and an additional 25% supporting MPS divisional needs.

The first review date for this job is February 26, 2026 – Open until filled.

35% Academic Personnel Case Administration & Faculty Lifecycle Management

• Manages the full cycle of academic personnel actions for Senate and non‑Senate faculty, including appointments, reappointments, recalls, promotions, merits, advancements, leaves, sabbaticals, and separations.
• Determines and assembles required materials for academic case review and corresponds directly with faculty to solicit documentation and required submissions.
• Prepares, drafts, and submits complete academic personnel cases in coordination with the Department Chair and Department Manager, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with campus and systemwide policies and timelines.
• Integrates course evaluation summary data into academic cases and uploads materials into AP Bears and related academic personnel systems.
• Drafts correspondence, case summaries, and reports on behalf of the Department Chair.
• Reviews departmental recommendation letters for accuracy in salary components, appointment data, and compliance with academic personnel guidelines.
• Tracks faculty career progression and manages annual updates to academic personnel records, including faculty leave records and sabbatical eligibility.
• Administers faculty awards, recognition activities, and related nomination processes, advising faculty on eligibility, timelines, and documentation requirements.

25% Academic HR Policy Interpretation, Advising & Strategic Consultation

• Provides strategic advice and consultation to the Department Chair and Department Manager by…