Postdoc: AGN Feedback & Multiphase Gas in Galaxies

ORAU; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution is offering a postdoctoral opportunity in astrophysics at its Ames Research Center in California. Selected candidates will engage in critical research relating to interstellar mediums and AGN feedback effects on galaxies. Responsibilities include scientific research using multi-wavelength observations, theoretical modeling, publishing results, and presenting at conferences. Ideal candidates must possess a Doctoral Degree and qualify as U.S. citizens or lawful residents, with specific eligibility criteria for foreign nationals.

Qualifications

• Applicable to candidates with a Doctoral Degree.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident status required.
• Foreign Nationals are eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scientific research using multi‑wavelength observations.
• Undertake theoretical and computational modeling.
• Produce publications and present at conferences.

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Organization

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Organization

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Reference Code

0063-NPP-NOV26-ARC-Astrophys

How To Apply

All applications must be submitted in Zintellect

Please visit the NASA Postdoctoral Program website for application instructions and requirements: How to Apply | NASA Postdoctoral Program (orau.org)

A complete application to the NASA Postdoctoral Program includes:

• Research proposal
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official doctoral transcript documents
  
  

Application Deadline

11/1/2026 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Description

About the NASA Postdoctoral Program

The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center, NASA Headquarters, or at a NASA-affiliated research institute. These one- to three-year fellowships are competitive and are designed to advance NASA’s missions in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.

Description:

Our team is involved in the studies and interpretation of the ISM and the putative role of AGN feedback on the ISM content and star formation in massive elliptical galaxies. In particular, we are interested in investigating how the AGN feedback is coupled with the formation of multiphase gas that has been observed in recent multi-wavelength observations of galaxies that dominate the cores of groups and clusters. We are looking for candidates to conduct detailed investigation, both theoretical and observational, of the AGN feedback process through cosmic ages.

Models for AGN feedback must be established through detailed 3D simulations that require the development of new, sophisticate software and visualization techniques. The 3D simulations will allow a better understanding of the impact and the complex interplay of fundamental (astro)physics, and will provide key predictions which can be verified with forthcoming observations. Our team is involved in the development of the X-ray Explorer mission Arcus (currently in phase A development) which is designed to investigate the formation and evolution of clusters and galaxies. It is expected that investigations focused on the science preparation for the Arcus mission will be a relevant aspect of the proposed studies.

The successful postdoctoral candidate will conduct scientific research related to the acquisition and use of multi-wavelength observations of nearby group-centered galaxies since observations must drive our comprehension and theoretical modeling. Both aspects of the research - observational and theoretical/computational - are pursued and the exact nature of the proposed research will depend on the candidate's background and research interests. The successful candidate will be expected to accomplish independent research, produce publications, attend and present at conferences, become a member the current research team, and lead their proposed research effort.

Location:

Ames Research Center

Moffet Field, California

Field of Science:Astrophysics

Advisors:

Pasquale Temi

[e-mail]

650-604-1841

Applications with citizens from Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at: https://www.nasa.gov/oiir/export-control.

Eligibility is currently open to:

• U.S. Citizens;
• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR);
• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status; and,
• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status
  
  

Questions about this opportunity? Please email [e-mail]

Point of Contact

Mikeala

Eligibility Requirements

• Degree: Doctoral Degree.