Postdoc: Astronomical Instrumentation & Research Fellowship

National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

National Research Council Canada (NRC) Herzberg Astronomy & Astrophysics Research Centre invites applications for the Herzberg Instrument Science Fellowship. This independent fellowship (2+1 years) seeks a recent Ph.D.

to explore instrumentation and observational astronomy with the goal of becoming a PI for future facilities. The position may be based at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory in Penticton or the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Victoria, with a start date around

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics, engineering or related field is required.
• Ph.D. should be earned within the past five years (on/after Sept 30, 2022) or within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research in astronomical instrumentation and/or observational astronomy relevant to instrumentation interests.
• Aim to become a Principal Investigator for the next generation of astronomical instruments and facilities.
• Engage in mentorship and collaboration within NRC Herzberg and broader communities.

Skills

Independent research

Instrumentation design

Astrophysical data analysis

Scientific programming

Education

PhD in astronomy/astrophysics/engineering

Tools

CANFAR

Data pipelines

Software development

Job description

National Research Council Canada (NRC) Herzberg Astronomy & Astrophysics Research Centre invites applications for the Herzberg Instrument Science Fellowship. This independent fellowship (2+1 years) seeks a recent Ph.D.

to explore instrumentation and observational astronomy with the goal of becoming a PI for future facilities. The position may be based at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory in Penticton or the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Victoria, with a start date around