Postdoc in Stellar Astrophysics: Data-Driven Research

The University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in stellar astrophysics. The successful candidate will conduct cutting edge research in this field, including exploitation of SDSS data, and will participate in grant writing, manuscript preparation, and presenting at conferences.

The position is initially funded for one year and is housed within the Department of Physics and Astronomy, working with Dr. Carlos Badenes.

Qualifications

• A PhD in physics, astrophysics, or a related field.
• A track record of excellence in research, demonstrated by scholarly publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting edge research in stellar astrophysics.
• Exploit data from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS).
• Participate in grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Present at conferences and ensure safetyCompliance.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Scholarly publications

Mentoring experience

Large collaborations experience

Education

PhD in physics or astrophysics

Job description

The University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in stellar astrophysics. The successful candidate will conduct cutting edge research in this field, including exploitation of SDSS data, and will participate in grant writing, manuscript preparation, and presenting at conferences.

The position is initially funded for one year and is housed within the Department of Physics and Astronomy, working with Dr. Carlos Badenes.