Tenure-track Faculty Position in Astrophysics
General information
A vibrant community in the heart of Quebec City, Université Laval is a comprehensive francophone Canadian university recognized for its leadership and its culture of excellence both in teaching and research.

Université Laval invites applications for a tenure-track professor position jointly appointed to the Departmentof Physics, Engineering Physics and Optics. At the job starting date, the chosen candidate will be expected to hold a PhD in Physics, Engineering Physics, or a related field.

Job Description
Université Laval invites applications for a tenure-track or tenure professor position appointed to theDepartment of Physics, Engineering Physics and Optics. The successful candidate will:

Establish and lead an independent, original, and high-quality research program in astrophysics, encompassing observational and/or theoretical investigations (including numerical simulations) across a broad range of physical scales, wavelength regimes, and instrumental approaches. While outstanding candidates from all areas of astrophysics are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to candidates whose research focuses on extragalactic astrophysics, including the formation, evolution, structure, dynamics, and stellar populations of nearby and distant galaxies, the interstellar medium and star formation, active galaxies,



galaxy clusters, and cosmology. Expertise in the analysis of detailed astrophysical systems and/or large samples (big data), including the application of machine Learning and artificial intelligence techniques, will be considered an asset.

Independently pursue and lead a research program that enables the acquisition of external research funding and participation in major national and international research initiatives (e.g., SKA, ALMA, JWST, ELT).

Participate, according to areas of expertise, in the research activities of:

Astrophysics Research Group of Université Laval

Quebec Astrophysics Research Centre

Institute for Intelligence and Data Science

Big Data Research Centre

Teach physics and astrophysics classes in French to the undergraduate and graduate levels (Université Laval offers various opportunities for learning and improving French language skills during the first three years of employment).

Participate in the pedagogical and administrative activities of the department and faculty.

Participate in external university-related activities that contribute to the visibility and reputation of the department, the faculty, and the university.

Workplace
Faculty of science and engineering
Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Optics

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📌 Tenure-track Faculty Position in Astrophysics (Quebec City)
🏢 Université Laval
📍 Quebec City