Research and Teaching Scholar

The UConn College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) invites applications for a Research and Teaching Scholar position mentored by Prof. Jonathan Trump. The successful applicant will work on research related to supermassive black hole growth, will teach one course per year in UConn's studio physics sequence, and will support the UConn undergraduate BRIDGE program.

Candidates with research experience and interests in time-domain, spectroscopic, and multiwavelength surveys of (active) galaxies are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates must also demonstrate commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in astrophysics via past actions and/or a detailed plan for future work. Prof. Trump's research group is a member of the SDSS-V, CEERS, and Subaru/PFS collaborations. The growing UConn astrophysics group, in beautiful Storrs CT, has a vibrant and collegial atmosphere and also includes research groups on star formation, the interstellar medium, galaxy evolution, active galactic nuclei, and gravitational-wave astrophysics.

Minimum Qualifications
* Ph.D. in Astrophysics or a closely-related field by start date.
* Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in astrophysics.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in time-domain, spectroscopic, and/or multiwavelength surveys of active galaxies.
* Strong track record of publications.
* Experience with interactive teaching and learning.

The expected start date is summer or fall 2022. The appointment is anticipated to be three years in total, renewed annually contingent on performance.

Apply online at https://jobs.hr.uconn.edu/en-us/job/495904  Staff Positions, Search #495904 to upload a cover letter, CV, research statement (2-3 pages), teaching statement (1 page), and statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion (1 page) in a combined PDF file. Three letters of reference should be sent to Prof. Jonathan Trump ([email protected]). Evaluation of applications will begin February 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Terms and Conditions of Employment
Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate’s compliance with the University’s Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved.
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.