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Resident Astronomer at the Canada-France-Hawai'i Telescope (CFHT)
Applications are invited for the position of Resident Astronomer at the Canada-France-Hawai'i Telescope (CFHT). The full text of the job ad is available here https://cfht.applicantpro.com/jobs/4252860 CFHT is a 3.6 m scientifically competitive telescope located near the summit of Maunakea. CFHT is particularly interested in candidates who have experience in optical or near-infrared high-resolution spectroscopy. The position is supported by the National Research Council of Can
2 days ago
Two Full-Time Lecturer Positions in Physics
The Opportunity The Department of Physics in the Faculty of Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for two full-time continuing teaching faculty positions at the rank of Lecturer, starting as early as July 15, 2027. Lecturers are integral members of the Faculty of Science and play an important role in advancing the University’s teaching mission. Their primary responsibilities are teaching and associated duties including curriculum development, education
Oct 13
Tenure-track or tenure professor position in astrophysics
Tenure-track or tenure professor position in astrophysics Job Summary Category: Tenure and Tenure-track Faculty Positions Institution: Université Laval Faculty: Science and Engineering Department: Physics, Engineering Physics, and Optics Number of Positions Available: 1 Work Arrangement: In-Person In-Person Location(s): Québec City QC, Canada Job Description Université Laval invites applications for a tenure-track or tenure professor position appointed to the Department o
Sep 30
Research Associate: Integrated Photonics for Space Astronomy
NATIONAL RESEARCH COUNCIL CANADA • CAREER OPPORTUNITYResearch Associate: Integrated Photonics for Space Astronomy Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Full-Time On-Site) Organization: National Research Council Canada (NRC) – Quantum and Nanotechnologies / Herzberg Astronomy & Astrophysics Salary Range: $83,985 – $116,641 CAD per annum (AsRO Level) Term: 3-Year Term (Research Associate Program) Apply here:Research Associate - Integrated Photonics for Space Astronomy Job Details
Sep 21
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Astrophysics
The Department of Physics at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the fields of Transient Astrophysics, Astroparticle Physics, and/or Multi-Messenger Astrophysics. The anticipated start date for this position is August 1, 2027. The Department of Physics is a diverse, research-intensive unit that provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs and fosters a collegial and collaborative environment.
Sep 17
Executive Director Search for Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope
4 August 2026 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH: Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope Corporation The Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope Corporation (CFHT) invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary scientific and organizational leader to guide one of the world’s premier astronomical observatories through a pivotal chapter in its history — one that demands both scientific ambition and a deep, genuine commit
Aug 4
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