Postdoc: Imaging & Spectroscopy in Nearby Galaxies

1000scholars; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Berkeley’s Department of Astronomy invites applications for up to two postdoctoral researcher positions to study resolved stellar populations in nearby galaxies using data from HST, JWST, Euclid, DESI, and Keck in collaboration with Prof. Daniel Weisz.

The group pursues high impact imaging and spectroscopic projects and offers opportunities for independent research. The successful candidates will contribute to analyses of observations, prepare publications, plan observational campaigns, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Astronomy or related field required.
• Experience with imaging or spectroscopy of stellar populations.
• Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Reduce and/or analyze observations of nearby galaxies from facilities like HST/JWST/Keck.
• Disseminate and co-author publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Help design, plan, and implement new observing programs.
• Present findings at conferences and seminars.

Skills

Observational data analysis

Python programming

Astronomical imaging/spectroscopy

Conference presentations

Education

PhD in Astronomy or related field

Tools

HST

JWST

Keck

Euclid

DESI

Job description

UC Berkeley’s Department of Astronomy invites applications for up to two postdoctoral researcher positions to study resolved stellar populations in nearby galaxies using data from HST, JWST, Euclid, DESI, and Keck in collaboration with Prof. Daniel Weisz.

The group pursues high impact imaging and spectroscopic projects and offers opportunities for independent research. The successful candidates will contribute to analyses of observations, prepare publications, plan observational campaigns, and