Lasker Data Science Postdoc Fellowship Astronomy & AI

Assn of Univ for Res in Astronomy, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Research expense allowance

Job summary

Space Telescope Science Institute invites applications for the Lasker Data Science Prize Fellowship to begin in Fall 2027. This fellowship provides up to three years of support for postdoctoral researchers in astronomy, astrophysics, or planetary science where data science is central to the work.

It includes a salary of about $84,875 and $18,000 yearly for research expenses. Fellows reside at STScI in Baltimore, with relocation assistance and eligibility tied to a PhD completed by start date.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a PhD in astronomy, physics or a related field at commencement.
• Data science, data visualization, and machine learning must be integral to the research.
• Experience with large astronomical databases and data processing is preferred.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

Data visualization

Statistical methods

Data management

Image processing

Education

PhD in astronomy or physics or related field

Job description

Space Telescope Science Institute invites applications for the Lasker Data Science Prize Fellowship to begin in Fall 2027. This fellowship provides up to three years of support for postdoctoral researchers in astronomy, astrophysics, or planetary science where data science is central to the work.

It includes a salary of about $84,875 and $18,000 yearly for research expenses. Fellows reside at STScI in Baltimore, with relocation assistance and eligibility tied to a PhD completed by start date.