Job Details

University of Florida – Department of Astronomy
Job No: 537730
Work Type: Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department: 16060000 - LS-ASTRONOMY
Posted: October 30, 2025

Classification Title

Lecturer

Classification Minimum Requirements

A Ph.D. degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field is required.

Position Description

The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, invites applications for a Lecturer position beginning August 16, 2026. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-accruing position, renewable annually.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a full benefits package.

The department seeks candidates who will contribute to the academic excellence and inclusivity of the university community through their teaching and service.

Teaching Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach three courses per semester (Fall and Spring).

• Instruct both introductory and upper-level courses in astronomy and astrophysics.

• Promote and expand experiential learning opportunities within the department’s curriculum.

Examples of experiential learning may include telescope site visits, research participation, and internship development.

The University of Florida offers hands-on facilities such as:

• Campus Teaching Observatory

• Rosemary Hill Observatory

• Instrumentation Laboratories

• HiPerGator Computing Cluster

The department is committed to participation in CLAS Beyond 120 and UF Quest initiatives.

Research and Institutional Resources

The successful candidate will have access to UF’s research facilities and telescopes, including:

• 10.4-m Gran Telescopio Canarias (Spain)

• Dharma Survey Telescope (Arizona)

• MINERVA Australis Exoplanet RV Array

UF is home to HiPerGator, one of the most powerful high-performance computers among U.S. public universities.
The candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate within UF’s Astraeus Space Institute, which supports interdisciplinary space-related research.

About the University and Community

The University of Florida (UF) is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land-grant university, enrolling over 50,000 students.

Located in Gainesville, Florida, a city of approximately 150,000 residents, UF offers proximity to the Gulf (50 miles) and Atlantic coasts (67 miles). Gainesville provides year-round outdoor recreation, sports, cultural activities, and strong K–12 educational options, including magnet and international baccalaureate programs.

Learn more about the city at Visit Gainesville.

Expected Salary

Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with a full benefits package.

Employment Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for individuals, families, and domestic partners.

• Retirement Options: Florida Retirement System, State University System Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary savings plans.

• Leave: Generous paid leave, sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Astronomy or Astrophysics by the start date.

Application Instructions

For full consideration, applications must be submitted via the University of Florida online portal:
https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537730

Applications must include:

1. Cover Letter

2. Complete Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications)

3. Statement of Teaching Experience and Interests

4. Research Statement (qualifications, past work, future plans)

5. Names and Email Addresses of at least three references

After submission, referees will be contacted via email to upload confidential recommendation letters.
All letters must be received by January 8, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 2026. Only complete applications will be reviewed at that time. Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.

Contact Information

Naibi Marinas
Email: marinas@astro.ufl.edu

Additional Information

• All candidates are subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background checks, reference checks, and verification of education.

• The selected candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire.

• Degrees from non-U.S. institutions require evaluation by a NACES-accredited credentialing agency (www.naces.org).

• Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537730

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
UF complies with Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws.

If you require an accommodation to apply due to a disability, contact 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD), or visit Accessibility at UF.

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