Post Doctoral

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for a Post Doctoral Fellow in astronomy hosted by the Department of Astronomy. The Fellow will work with Prof.

Burchett and collaborators at UH on a multi-institution observational program centered on the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, with time allocated at NMSU and UH, to study galaxy evolution, the baryon cycle, supernova feedback, and chemical enrichment. The position requires a PhD in a related field and offers a standard 8-5 schedule, with

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in related field.
• No previous work experience required.
• Equivalency: None.
• PhD at start of appointment in Fall 2027.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a multi-tiered observational campaign across NMSU and UH.
• Collaborate with Sloan Digital Sky Survey teams and researchers.
• Pursue own research interests aligned with NMSU and UH groups.

Skills

Spectroscopic data analysis

Integral field spectroscopy

Galaxy evolution

Education

PhD in related field

Tools

SDSS

Job description

Department Contact: Dr. Joe Burchett, [phone], [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The New Mexico State University Department of Astronomy seeks qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Fellow position focused on galaxy evolution, the baryon cycle, supernova feedback, and chemical enrichment.

Position Details

Position Title: Post Doctoral

College/Division: Arts and Sciences College

Department: 330300-ASTRONOMY

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: To commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will work closely with Prof. Joe Burchett and Profs. David Jones and Nicole Drakos at the University of Hawaii, spending time at both institutions while being based at NMSU. The Fellow will help plan and execute a multi-tiered observational campaign across both the NMSU and UH teams, including the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, of which NMSU is a full institutional member. In addition, the Fellow will be encouraged to spend a fraction of their time pursuing their own research interests as aligned with those of the NMSU and UH groups.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Required Education: Doctorate degree in related field.; Required Experience: No previous work experience required.; Equivalency: None; Required Certification/License:

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should bring experience both obtaining and analyzing spectroscopic data at optical and/or ultraviolet/infrared wavelengths, ideally via integral field spectroscopy.
Strong interest in galaxy evolution is a must, and candidates should bring experience both obtaining and analyzing spectroscopic data at optical and/or ultraviolet/infrared wavelengths, ideally via integral field spectroscopy. We encourage candidates with broad interests in survey science, time-domain astrophysics, and/or galaxy evolution to apply. Experience in modeling supernova feedback and explosion properties is valuable but not required. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. at the start of appointment in Fall 2027. Three years of funding are available, and continued appointment each year will be contingent upon performance. Funds will be provided for travel and research expenses.

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.