SENIOR LECTURER AND RESEARCHER

About the job

at the Department of Astronomy in the field of the formation and dynamics of exoplanetary systems Organisational entity Faculty of Science Section / Division Department of Astronomy Position Senior Lecturer and Researcher Position code SLR Maximum grade 23 Body Teaching staff Activity rate 100 Application deadline 06-12-2026 Reference 7196

Job description

SENIOR LECTURER AND RESEARCHER

at the Department of Astronomy in the field of

the formation and dynamics of exoplanetary systems

INSTITUTE: The Department of Astronomy at the University of Geneva offers a modern and highly stimulating scientific environment. World-class research is conducted in the fields of exoplanets, stellar physics, galactic and extragalactic astrophysics, observational cosmology, and high-energy astrophysics. It is particularly active in the development and scientific exploitation of several European Space Agency space missions as well as cutting-edge ground-based astronomy instruments. The University of Geneva is one of the founding members of the Swiss Institute for Planetary Sciences (SIPS), currently being established.

ASSIGNMENT: The successful candidate will be expected to develop leading national and international research in the field of exoplanets, focusing on the importance of the formation and dynamical evolution of multi-planet systems for establishing their architecture, from both theoretical and observational perspectives, within the context of current major ground-based surveys (HARPS/NIRPS, ESPRESSO, etc.) and space missions (TESS, CHEOPS, PLATO, GAIA). The candidate must demonstrate the ability to make optimal use of available data and to participate in large-scale international projects. This is a full-time position including teaching (max. 4 hours/week) at bachelor, master, and postgraduate levels in astrophysics, as well as supervision of master’s theses and doctoral dissertations in the relevant research field.

Required title and skills

REQUIRED TITLE AND EXPERIENCE: PhD or equivalent degree. Experience in research supervision and teaching. Publications in top-tier journals.

Application files must include the following documents: a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a copy of the highest diploma, a teaching and research plan, and a list of referees who may be contacted directly by the committee. Recommendation letters are not requested at this time.

The University of Geneva places great importance on the diversity of its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Starting date

01.03.2027 or date to be agreed.

Contact

Applications must be submitted exclusively online at https://jobs.unige.ch before 06.12.2026 (23:59, Geneva time). NO APPLICATIONS SENT BY EMAIL WILL BE ACCEPTED. Further information can be obtained from the Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Science, scienceopenings@unige.ch .

Job description

SENIOR LECTURER

at the Department of Astronomy in the domain of

the formation and dynamics of planetary systems

INSTITUTE: The Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva offers a modern and vibrant scientific environment with world-renown researchers in the domains of extra-solar planets, stellar physics, galactic and extragalactic astrophysics, observational cosmology and high-energy astrophysics. It is actively involved in most of the major missions of the European Space Agency. The University of Geneva is also a founding member of the Swiss Institute for Planetary Sciences (SIPS) to which the successful applicant is expected to actively contribute.

ASSIGNMENT: The selected candidate is expected to develop leading national and international research in the field of exoplanets, with a focus on the importance of the formation and the dynamical evolution of planetary systems for the establishment of their architecture, from the theoretical and observational points of view, this in the context of large surveys on the ground (HARPS/NIRPS, ESPRESSO, etc) and in space (TESS, CHEOPS, PLATO, GAIA) delivering a wealth of data of unprecedented quality. The successful candidate must demonstrate skills in using in the best possible way the data becoming available, as well as a high potential for the participation in large scale high-profile international projects. The position corresponds to a full-time appointment including lecturing in the domain of exoplanets (maximum 4 hours/week), and supervision of bachelor, master and PhD theses.

 ACADEMIC TITLE REQUESTED: PhD or equivalent. Experience in research supervision and teaching experience. Publications in high-ranked international journals.

 STARTING DATE: 01.03.2027, or upon mutual agreement.

 Applications must include the following documents:

Cover letter; Detailed CV together with a list of publications; Copy of highest degrees/diploma; Research and teaching statements; List of referees who can later be contacted directly by the search committee. Recommendation letters are not requested for now.

  Applications should be submitted exclusively on-line to the following address: https://jobs.unige.ch before 26.12.2026 (23:59 Geneva time). APPLICATIONS SENT BY EMAIL SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

 Complementary information may be obtained at the following e-mail address: scienceopenings@unige.ch .

 The University of Geneva is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in its workplace. Applications from women are strongly encouraged.

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the under-represented gender.