The Steward Observatory at the University of Arizona invites applications for the Steward Observatory Prize Fellowship in Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics. For more information on specific fellowships offered, visit Steward Observatory Prize Fellowships. The successful candidate will be expected to lead high-profile, independent research in any area of theoretical and/or computational astrophysics as well as collaborate with Steward Observatory faculty and scholars in the Department of Astronomy. Candidates are expected to support an equitable and diverse scholarly environment in research, mentoring, and service. Steward Observatory provides a stimulating research environment, with an active program of seminars, conferences, and visitors.

The department supports a wide range of theoretical research programs, in topics such as gravity and relativistic astrophysics, cosmology, compact objects, galactic dynamics, astrophysical fluid dynamics, galaxy formation, star formation, stellar and binary evolution and explosions, and planet formation. UArizona offers a world-class research environment in astrophysics with strong collaborations between the Departments of Astronomy, Physics, and Planetary Sciences, the UA Data Science Institute, the Arizona Space Institute, and NSF’s NOIRLab. Fellows are also encouraged to join the interdisciplinary Theoretical Astrophysics Program (TAP) .

Steward Observatory provides a stimulating research environment, with an active program of seminars, conferences, and visitors. Fellows are expected to support an equitable and diverse scholarly environment in research, mentoring, and service. Interested candidates are welcome to inquire with individual faculty about informal virtual visits.

Applicants must complete two steps to apply: 1) Complete brief UArizona employment application and 2) Upload required documents at secure UA Box portal . Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be uploaded through the same portal.

The November 30, 2023 application deadline is the same for multiple Steward Observatory Prize Fellowships. Each application will be reviewed for multiple fellowships.