Part - Time Research Support

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part‑time Research Assistant for the Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics, to join the Penn State LIGO group. You will analyze gravitational wave data and contribute to searches for compact binary mergers, and develop methods, models, and software to support these activities.

The position requires significant post‑graduate experience with LIGO data analysis and gravitational wave research.

Qualifications

• Significant post‑graduate experience with LIGO data analysis.
• Research in gravitational wave physics is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct gravitational wave data analysis for the Penn State LIGO group including searches for compact binary mergers and developing methods, models and software to support these activities.

Skills

LIGO data analysis

Gravitational wave physics

Post-graduate experience

Tools

Python

Data analysis software

Job description

Job Description

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics is seeking applicants for a part‑time job of Research Assistant.

Position Responsibilities

The applicant will be expected to conduct gravitational wave data analysis for the Penn State LIGO group including searches for compact binary mergers and developing methods, models and software to support these activities.

Position Requirements

The applicant is required to have significant post‑graduate experience with LIGO data analysis and research in gravitational wave physics.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: 20 hours weekly.

Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $25.

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