Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy

Position:
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy

Type:
Full-Time

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 per year

Posted: 10/31/2025

Category:
Astronomy and Astrophysics; +1

Institution:
Barnard College
- Location:

New York City, NY

Barnard College, a premier liberal arts undergraduate college for women founded in 1888 and long affiliated with Columbia University, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy.

The Joint Physics & Astronomy Department At Barnard Works Closely With Faculty Across Related STEM Disciplines And Maintains Strong Ties With Both The Columbia University Physics And Columbia University Astronomy Departments. These Partnerships Offer Opportunities For Collaboration Across Many Research Centers, Including

• Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
• Nevis Laboratories
• Data Science Institute
• Columbia Climate School
• Flatiron Institute's Center for Computational Astrophysics

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• American Museum of Natural History

Columbia Astronomy is also a member of the MDM Observatory and the LSST Corporation
, providing access to a wide range of ground- and space-based astronomical facilities.

The department seeks to enhance the experience of its physics, astrophysics, and astronomy majors through activities that build community, provide academic support, and connect students to STEM opportunities beyond the classroom. Examples include the Barnard Summer Research Institute and NSF-funded REU programs
.

• Teaching and curriculum development
• Undergraduate research mentoring
• Academic advising (pre-major and major)
• Collaborative research within Barnard and Columbia University

We are seeking candidates specializing in Observational, Theoretical, or Computational Astronomy/Astrophysics
.

The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s vision and foster strong collaboration with Columbia University’s Astronomy Department.

• Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics
• Strong record of research and scholarship
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring
• Dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM

• A large (100-125 students) algebra-based astronomy lecture for non-majors
• A moderately-sized (50-75 students) calculus-based introductory physics course for majors

For inquiries, contact Professor Tim Halpin-Healy, Search Chair, at Astro Search.

$95,000 - $115,000 per year

Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, disability, or any other legally protected category. Qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.