Two faculty positions at Universidad Andrés Bello (Chile)
Job Summary
Job Description
Universidad Andrés Bello (UNAB) in Santiago, Chile, invites applications for two faculty positions in Astrophysics at any level from assistant to full professor, depending on the experience of the candidate.
The requirements are a Ph.D. degree in Astronomy/Astrophysics or related fields, as well as a demonstrated ability and commitment to excellence in research and teaching. The candidate should be able to teach in Spanish within approximately two years.
The astrophysics group at UNAB currently includes 9 faculty, 6 postdocs, 15 Ph.D students and aims for vigorous expansion.
Successful applicants will have access to the 10% of time guaranteed to Chilean institutions on all international observatories based in the country (ESO/Paranal, ALMA, APEX, CTA-South, Las Campanas, ESO/La Silla, CTIO, Gemini, Vera Rubin, etc.). In addition, the Department hosts a cluster computer for numerical simulations and high-volume data reduction.
Universidad Andrés Bello aims to maintain a gender balance at all levels.
Complete applications must consist of a single PDF file, including a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and short statements of research interests and teaching philosophy.
Candidates should also arrange for three reference letters.
Inquiries, as well as applications and reference letters should be sent to Prof. Giuliano Pignata at [email protected]. Applications received by July 31st, 2020 will receive full consideration.