Assistant professor on Astronomy & Society

Vacancy number: 16350

Job type: Academic staff

Contract hours min: 38

Contract hours max: 38

Location: Leiden

Applying is possible until: 27 maart 2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic and decisive colleague who can strengthen research, education, and leadership in the field of Astronomy & Society. The ideal candidate moves effortlessly between academic research and social impact and actively contributes to the visibility of the Leiden Observatory. This position is 50/50 shared between Leiden Observatory (STRW) and the department Science Communication and Society (SCS) at the Institute of Biology (IBL).

Where you will work

The mission of the research department Science Communication and Society is to improve the interaction between science and society through understanding how science communication works. We believe better science communication can improve our society and...