Senior Researcher - SETI & Data-Driven Astronomy Leader

University-of-Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford invites applications for a Senior Researcher in Technosignature Research within Breakthrough Listen, based in the Department of Physics, Oxford. The role develops strategic research directions at the intersection of radio astronomy, signal processing, and machine learning.

The successful candidate will lead a growing research program, secure funding, and build international collaborations while shaping Breakthrough Listen's priorities at Oxford and globally.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil required for this senior role.
• Proven ability to develop and implement research strategies.
• Experience recruiting staff, managing budgets and securing funding.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Research Strategy and Vision: establish a dedicated research group and long-term programs.
• Oversee Advanced Technical Computing: manage Breakthrough Listen's computing infrastructure (HPC, CUDA, FPGA).
• Represent Breakthrough Listen internationally: engage with industry, funders, and global partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Research program development

High-performance computing

Education

PhD / DPhil

Tools

HPC

CUDA

FPGA

Job description

The University of Oxford invites applications for a Senior Researcher in Technosignature Research within Breakthrough Listen, based in the Department of Physics, Oxford. The role develops strategic research directions at the intersection of radio astronomy, signal processing, and machine learning.

The successful candidate will lead a growing research program, secure funding, and build international collaborations while shaping Breakthrough Listen's priorities at Oxford and globally.