The Department of Physics of Queens College of the City University of New York (CUNY) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in Fall 2022. The position is in the areas of Astronomy or Astrophysics. Queens College is one of the flagship research colleges of CUNY. A Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics or equivalent is required. Postdoctoral experience with an established record of publications is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to build an independent, externally funded research program that will involve graduate and undergraduate students, and to teach graduate and undergraduate physics and astronomy courses, including at an introductory level. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV, a description of research ac