Part - Time Research Support

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Eberly College of Science, Department of Physics, is seeking a part‑time Research Assistant to contribute to gravitational wave data analysis within the LIGO group. The role focuses on developing methods, models, and software to support searches for compact binary mergers.

The position requires significant post‑graduate experience in LIGO data analysis and gravitational wave physics.

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 method development and software support.

Skills

LIGO data analysis

Gravitational wave physics

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

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

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Job Duties

• 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.

Requirements, Qualifications, and/or Competencies

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

Schedule

20 hours weekly

Compensation

The starting rate for this job is $25.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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