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Astronomy Jobs in the United States

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Boulder, CO17 days ago

Full-time
Employee

Who We Are: The successful candidate will join the Solar System Modeling Group within the Solar System Science and Exploration Division at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in Boulder, Colorado. Objectives of this Role: Conduct analytical and numerical modeling studies on the role of impacts in the formation, evolution, and astrobiological potential of planetary bodies across the Solar System.

Palatine, IL30+ days ago

Education Requirements: Master’s degree in astronomy or astrophysics or a master's degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in astronomy or astrophysics. Applicable Benefits: We offer a competitive, semester by semester adjunct pay, with some tuition waivers available after 3 semesters; sick and personal business leave; and a comprehensive Adjunct Faculty Development Program.

Reno, NV30+ days ago

We offer over 60 short-term certificates and many degree programs, including Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. TMCC serves approximately 10,000 learners who take classes at our four Reno locations: the Dandini campus, the Redfield campus, the Meadowood campus, and the Edison campus.

Gainesville, FL30+ days ago

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

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Bellingham, WA6 days ago

$70,000–$75,000 Per Year

D. at time of application in physics or a closely related field + Record of significant scholarly accomplishment in physics or a closely related field + Potential for establishing an active, independent, and sustainable research program that engages undergraduates at a regional public primarily undergraduate institution (PUI) + Demonstrated experience in or potential for effective teaching of the physics undergraduate curriculum at both the upper- and lower-division + Demonstrated commitment to and potential for cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse identities and backgrounds Preferred Qualifications Preferred: + Post-doctoral research experience or equivalent + Demonstrated commitment to and potential for the use of student-centered teaching approaches + Experience in, or potential for, teaching upper division courses in experimental methods, quantum mechanics, or astrophysics. Required Supplemental Materials Applications must include (1) a cover letter describing the ways in which the applicant's background addresses the required and preferred qualifications, (2) a statement of teaching philosophy and relevant experience, (3) a statement outlining proposed research plans, specifically addressing plans for undergraduate involvement, and including a brief overview outlining resources needed to develop and sustain the proposed research program at a primarily undergraduate institution (PUI), (4) a statement that addresses how your cultural, experiential, and/or academic background has prepared you to support the success of students with backgrounds or identities that are underrepresented in STEM fields as well as your commitment to these issues, and (5) a full curriculum vitae including the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

Harriman, Tennessee30+ days ago

Candidates qualifying to teach Astronomy courses must have a minimum of a Master’s degree with 18 or more graduate semester hours in any combination of the qualifying fields (Astronomy or Physics) from a regionally accredited institution. Adjunct faculty to teach college level courses in the following areas: • ASTR 1010 –Solar System Astronomy.

Nashville, Tennessee30+ days ago

$650–$740

Master’s degree in Astronomy or Master’s degree in Physics and some graduate hours in Astronomy or Master’s degree and 18 combined graduate hours in Physics and Astronomy. Knowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching.

Lincroft, New Jersey30+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations: Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend courses may be available in Lincroft, Western Monmouth and Higher Education Centers. Overview: The College seeks qualified individuals to teach Physics and Astronomy for future sections.

Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA30+ days ago

VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to the success of all college students.

Bellingham, WA30+ days ago

$1,175–$1,577

Position Responsibilities: Lecture and/or lab instruction in Physics and/or Astronomy courses Required Qualifications + M.S. in Physics, Astronomy or related field, or at least five years of experience with college-level physics instruction + Ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty and staff, and commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds + Commitment to evidence-based, student-centered teaching methods Preferred Qualifications + PhD in Physics, Astronomy or related field + Demonstrated successful teaching experience Conditions of EmploymentAll employees must comply with our Immunization policies, includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunity (https://policy.wwu.edu/POL-U1300.01-Requiring-Proof-Of-Rubeola-Measles-Immunity) within 60-days of hire. Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Science & Engineering Position TitlePhysics/Astronomy - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool About the University Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty.

Port Huron, MI30+ days ago

$657–$1,104

Master’s Degree in Astronomy, Physics, or a related physical science, or Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Astronomy, Physics, or a related physical science. Teaching responsibilities include teaching, maintaining scheduled office hours, and advising students.

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Richland, WAToday

Full-time
Employee

The LIGO Laboratory's mission spans a broad and vibrant array of activities related to gravitational-wave physics and astronomy, including detector operations, R&D toward detector improvements, gravitational-wave astrophysics, observatory operations, and education and public outreach. Jointly operated by the California Institute of Technology and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the LIGO Laboratory operates world-leading observatories near Richland, WA and Baton Rouge, LA as well as R&D centers on the Caltech and MIT campuses.

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Columbia, MD6 days ago

$225,000–$250,000 Per Year

physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines with a substantial computational component (i.e. behavioral, social, or life) may be considered if it included a concentration of coursework (5 or more courses) in advanced Mathematics (typically 300 level or higher, such as linear algebra, probability and statistics, machine learning) and/or computer science (e.g. Ability to use analytic modeling, statistical analysis, programming, and/or another appropriate scientific method, develop and implement qualitative and quantitative methods for characterizing, exploring, and assessing large datasets in various states of organization, cleanliness, and structure that account for the unique features and limitations inherent in Government data holdings.

Gainesville, FL30+ days ago

Applicants are encouraged to include plans on how they will benefit from and utilize some of the group, department, and university resources, including UF telescope access (e.g., 10.4m Gran Telescopio Canarias), HiPerGator supercomputer, and/or membership in the Global Supernova Project (a Key Project at Las Cumbres Observatory with a global telescope network). Job Description:A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in observational/computational time-domain astrophysics, including supernovae, gravitational-wave events, fast radio bursts, and tidal disruption events, to work with Dr. Daichi Hiramatsu in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida to begin in Fall 2026.

Stanford, CA30+ days ago

Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours. In-person Camp Responsibilities include teaching the Education Unlimited curriculum, supervising campers both in and out of the classroom, organizing and leading classroom labs, and executing a finale showcasing student work at the end of camp.

Eugene, OR30+ days ago

Are you interested in working in the field of time-domain astrophysics, including electromagnetic studies of tidal disruption events (TDEs), supernovae, gravitational wave sources, magnetic activity in exoplanets, and machine learning classification? Yvette Cendes in the field of time-domain astrophysics, including electromagnetic studies of tidal disruption events (TDEs), supernovae, gravitational wave sources, magnetic activity in exoplanets, and machine learning classification.

Chantilly, VA28 days ago

Remote

$150,000–$200,000 Per Year

Our diverse talented staff of scientists, engineers, and business professionals support critical missions including Space Domain Awareness, Battlespace Awareness & Decision Support, Space Exploration & Science, and the establishment of core Space Infrastructure. DISCLAIMER: Trusted Space, LLC only uses the respective domains of trustedspace.com and trustedspace.us for official contact and any other domains are likely a scam and do not originate from our company.

Monrovia, California30+ days ago

$51,000–$82,000 Per Year

Peraton is seeking a Data Processing Systems Software Operations Engineer to support our Deep Space Network (DSN) Operations and Maintenance O&M contract with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and NASA in Monrovia, CA. Coordinate with Deep Space Communications Complex (DSCC) personnel and JPL Design Engineering to investigate failures and resolve operational problems.

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Cambridge, Middlesex / Massachusetts6 days ago

$84,579–$109,959 Per Year

Combination of education and experience -- at least 30 semester hours of courses equivalent to a major in any combination of astronomy, space science, physics, mathematics, and electronics, with required course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Assist in the development of software and analytical procedures for the modeling, reduction, analysis, and interpretation of synthetic and observed exoplanet spectra, including implementation of differentiable forward models, Hamiltonian Monte Carlo methods, and differential rendering approaches.3.

North Logan, UT8 days ago

Full-time

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) Civil & Commercial Space Division is seeking a Radiometric Calibration Engineer/Instrument Scientist to perform pre-launch system-level test and calibration of electro-optical sensors on space flight sensor programs in the ultraviolet to infrared spectral regions. Advanced degree (master’s or PhD) in an appropriate technical field (e.g., physics, applied physics, astronomy, astrophysics, astrophysical & planetary sciences, optical engineering, optical sciences, electrical engineering).

Baltimore, MD10 days ago

$15.50–$15.50 Per Hour

The Observatory Presenter will present Observatory programs for a variety of audiences, maintain Observatory equipment and facilities, research and recommend improvements to the Observatory, and respond to public inquiries. Conduct and present regular public, school, and member observing programs (including Urban Astronomy Workshop and Sungazing Saturdays).

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Cambridge, Massachusetts1 day ago

$101,375–$118,272 Per Year

The purpose of this position is to provide senior-level administrative, financial, and operational leadership to the Office of the Director, supporting the SAO Director, Deputy Director, Chief Operating Officer (COO), and other members of the CfA Executive Management team. Manage day-to-day administrative operations supporting the COO and the Office of the Director, serving as a central coordination point across SAO divisions, CfA leadership, Harvard University offices, and Smithsonian stakeholders.

30+ days ago

Remote

$150,000–$200,000 Per Year

Oakland, CA19 days ago

Teachers thrive at College Prep when they partake in the opportunities offered by a rich co-curricular program and a tightly knit school that embraces equity and inclusiveness, and actively seeks to strengthen its ties to the greater Oakland community. Faculty at College Prep are compensated according to a step scale based on years of experience that ranges from $74,000 for teachers with no prior relevant experience to $148,500 for teachers with 44 years of prior experience.

Cambridge, Massachusetts30+ days ago

$142,452–$185,193 Per Year

This will include, but is not limited to, working with the Principal Investigator to identify potential funding opportunities; identifying required resources and obtaining internal support for proposal preparation; developing program management plans, cost estimates, and schedules; writing programmatic sections of proposals; coordinating the contributions of other team members; and overseeing overall proposal preparation and submission. The purpose of the position is to provide overall program direction and technical leadership to the development of the GMT-Consortium Large Earth Finder (G-CLEF), and potentially to both other instrumentation projects for the next generation Giant Magellan Telescope, and/or to the development of new or upgraded scientific instruments for astronomical and astrophysical data collection for existing ground-based telescopes.

Cambridge, Massachusetts30+ days ago

$101,375–$131,790 Per Year

Its programs range from ground-based astronomy and astrophysics research to space-based research, the engineering and development of major scientific instrumentation for space launch and use in large ground-based facilities, and research designed to improve science education. Basic Requirements: Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience at or above the grade 11 level in a similar position, such as experience managing pre- and post-award research administration, including developing proposals and budgets.

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Cambridge, MA1 day ago

$119,355–$155,164 Per Year

Specialized experience for this position would include significant experience in general electrical engineering, experience supporting architecting system level electrical designs using both commercial and custom electronics, and supporting project design reviews and participating in other projects’ reviews. Expert knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of electrical engineering, in order to investigate, design, and provide consultative services to the development of a range of electronics for ground-based and space-borne instrumentation for astrophysical data collection, as well as its associated test, calibration and ground support equipment.

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Cambridge, MA1 day ago

$141,041–$183,353 Per Year

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:Mastery of advanced concepts, principles and practices of electronics engineering, in order to investigate, design, and provide consultative services to the development of an entire range of electronics for ground based and space-borne instrumentation for astrophysical data collection, as well as its associated test, calibration and ground support equipment. Makes both oral and written presentations to project scientists and technical representatives of contracting agencies and cooperating or affiliated organizations: Either singly or in collaboration with project scientists and other engineers, may write technical papers recording innovative design techniques and criteria, and present papers to technical symposia in the specialty field.6.

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Cambridge, Middlesex/MA1 day ago

$84,579–$131,790 Per Year

Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations ;knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Cambridge, Massachusetts30+ days ago

$56,584–$73,563 Per Year

Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. Its programs range from ground-based astronomy and astrophysics research to space-based research, the engineering and development of major scientific instrumentation for space launch and use in large ground-based facilities, and research designed to improve science education.

Cambridge, Massachusetts30+ days ago

$167,560–$197,200 Per Year

This will include, but is not limited to, working with Principal Investigators (PIs) to identify potential funding opportunities; identifying required resources and obtaining internal support for proposal preparation; developing formal Project Execution Plans, cost estimates, and schedules; writing programmatic sections of proposals; coordinating the contributions of other team members; and overseeing overall proposal preparation and submission. The purpose of the position is to provide overall program direction and technical leadership to the development of the GMT-Consortium Large Earth Finder (G-CLEF) and other instrumentation projects for the next generation Giant Magellan Telescope, and potentially to the development of other new or upgraded scientific instruments for astronomical and astrophysical data collection for existing ground-based telescopes.

Los Angeles, California13 days ago

The assistant survey scientist will also participate actively in studying the ability to link detections of small body candidates observed by NEO Surveyor to ensure that they result in the determination of high quality orbits. Position Summary: The NEO Surveyor assistant survey scientist will assist the Principal Investigator and Science Team in developing the NEO Surveyor survey plan, which determines where the Observatory points as a function of time.

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Canton, NYToday

Consequently, this segment operates in a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets that include display optics and components, semiconductor optics components, aerospace and defense, astronomy, ophthalmic products, telecommunications components and cover glass that is optimized for portable display devices. The Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that provide more than 150 material formulations for glass, glass ceramics and fluoride crystals to meet demand for unique customer needs.

New York, New York11 days ago

Remote

$75–$110 Per Hour

This role supports current and upcoming remote consulting opportunities focused on physical sciences research review, scientific task development, experimental-method analysis, quantitative data assessment, technical reporting, and high-quality project execution. Selected professionals will apply their subject-matter expertise to review realistic scientific scenarios, evaluate technical outputs, prepare structured feedback, and support accurate, evidence-based scientific workflow tasks.

Dallas, Texas30+ days ago

The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Arnold, Maryland2 days ago

AACC enjoys a stellar reputation locally, regionally and nationally from its home in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, outside of the state’s capital of Annapolis and nearly equidistant to Baltimore and Washington, D.C. The Board seeks an exceptional leader who will inspire, motivate and unify efforts to advance student success and promote economic and social mobility in the region. Located on 230-acres in Arnold, Maryland, AACC’s campus includes 12 academic buildings, a gymnasium, student services center, student union, astronomy lab, a 389-seat performing arts center, library, two art galleries, nature trail and a 3,000-seat athletic field.

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Astronomy Jobs in the United States

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RESEARCH SCIENTIST - SR. RESEARCH SCIENTIST - Planetary Scientist - Boulder, COSouthwest Research Institute

Adjunct Faculty Credit – AstronomyHarper College

Astronomy Part-Time FacultyTruckee Meadows Community College

Post-Doctoral Associate in AstronomyUniversity of Florida

Assistant Professor - Physics and AstronomyWestern Washington University

Adjunct Faculty-AstronomyTNBR Careers

Adjunct Instructor - Astronomy (Pool)TNBR Careers

Adjunct Instructor-Physics and AstronomyBrookdale Community College

Instructor in Physics/Astronomy (Part-Time Pool)Ventura County Community College District, CA

Physics/Astronomy - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy PoolWestern Washington University

Adjunct, AstronomySt. Clair County Community College

LHO Electrical Engineering LeadCalifornia Institute of Technology

Data Scientist L4Weeghman & Briggs LLC

Postdoctoral Associate in Time-Domain AstrophysicsUniversity of Florida

Astrophysics Instructor Summer 2026Education Unlimited

Postdoctoral Scholar for AstrophysicsUniversity of Oregon

TS204 Senior Imaging Scientist (Remote)Warriors Solutions

Data Processing Systems Software Operations EngineerPeraton

Astrophysicist (Post Doctoral Research Fellow), IS-1330-11Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Radiometric Calibration Engineer/Instrument ScientistSpace Dynamics Laboratory

Observatory Presenter (Part-Time)Maryland Science Center

Administration, Finance, and Operations Manager (Administrative Specialist)Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Senior Imaging ScientistTrusted Space, LLC

Chemistry Teacher - .25 Time, August 2026 - June 2027The College Preparatory School

Program Manager, Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), IS-340-14Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Research Administration Specialist, IS-1101-12Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Electronics Engineer, IS-855-13Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Electronics Engineer, IS-0855-14Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

IT Specialist (System Administration), IS-2210-11/12Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Research Operations Coordinator, IS-1101-07Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

Program Manager, Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), IS-340-15Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory

AEROSPACE ENGR 2 RPThe Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus

Manufacturing Production WorkerCorning Incorporated

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Physics Adjunct Instructor PoolUniversity of North Texas System

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