Director Keck Observatory Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description
The Department of Astronomy at Yale University invites applications for an open-rank Assistant/Associate/Full Professor position in Exoplanet Science. We are especially interested in candidates focused on the study of exoplanets. The position may begin as early as July 1, 2026. The application deadline is Friday, March 6, 2026. Faculty members of Yale's Astronomy Department conduct research, teach undergraduate and graduate astronomy and astrophysics courses, and supervise graduate and undergraduate research. They are eligible for Yale's generous package of benefits, including health coverage, and they are encouraged to participate in the wide range of professional development opportunities offered through the Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning, and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Dean's Office. Researchers at Yale have institutional access to the Keck Observatory, the Palomar Observatory, and the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). Arrangements for purchase of time on the Lowell Observatory EXtreme PREcision Spectrograph (EXPRES), and the Simons Observatory are also possible. Yale researchers also have access to a state-of-the-art high performance computer center through the Yale Center for Research Computing.
Qualifications
We are seeking a highly qualified candidate committed to a career in research and teaching. Candidates must have met the requirements for a Ph.D. or equivalent degree at the time of hire.
Application Instructions
The complete application should include (1) a cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) a list of publications; (4) a 3-page statement that highlights past contributions and research accomplishments, and up to 3 additional pages describing future research plans; (5) a 2 page statement that outlines plans for: teaching, mentoring, service, public outreach and addresses why the department is a good fit and activities that will strengthen the academic community; and (6) candidates applying to the Assistant Professor rank, please list the names and email addresses of three reference letter writers on a separate document.The application should be submitted at https://apply.interfolio.com/180779.
Enquiries should be directed to Prof. Priyamvada Natarajan at priyamvada.natarajan@yale.edu.
Review of applications will be on a rolling basis and to receive full consideration all application materials must be received by March 6, 2026 at the latest.