Department of Physics - Postdoctoral Scholar - LIGO

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA, invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar in the LIGO group within the Department of Physics. The position focuses on real-time gravitational-wave detection and parameter inference of neutron stars and black holes to support multimessenger astrophysics.

The successful candidate will develop infrastructure to support CBC catalog production, lead research projects, mentor students, and collaborate within the Institute for Gravitation

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Astronomy or closely related field required.
• Strong experience with signal processing, Bayesian statistics and machine learning.
• Exemplary software engineering skills and ability to lead complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead real-time gravitational-wave detection projects and parameter inference for neutron stars and black holes.
• Develop infrastructure to support CBC catalog production and collaborative research.
• Mentor students and collaborate across the Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos and the Institute for Computational and Data Science.

Skills

Signal processing

Bayesian statistics

Machine learning

Analytical skills

Software engineering

Education

PhD in Physics, Astronomy or closely related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics LIGO group is seeking to fill a postdoctoral scholar position in Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory. This person will work under Chad Hanna, and their responsibilities include leading projects in real-time gravitational wave detection and parameter inference of neutron stars and black holes to support multimessenger astrophysics. They will also develop new methods and contribute to the ever-growing catalog of LIGO discoveries. The ideal candidate is expected to develop infrastructure to support the production of the CBC catalog. The successful candidate is expected to have strong analytical skills and experience with signal processing, Bayesian statistics and machine learning. Exemplary software engineering skills are also required. Most importantly we are looking for a clear scientific leader with tremendous capacity to advance the field. This position has ample opportunity for mentoring students and for collaborative work within the Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos and the Institute for Computational and Data Science. The candidate must have a PhD in Physics, Astronomy or a closely related field. This is a term position funded for one year from date of hire with possibility of re-funding. Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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