Postdoc: JWST Studies of Metal-Poor High-Redshift Galaxies

Space Telescope Science Institute; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Postdoc mentoring program

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Space Telescope Science Institute invites applications for a post-doctoral researcher to work with Dr. Massimo Stiavelli on observational studies of very low-mass, low metallicity lensed galaxies observed with JWST.

The position includes data analysis, interpretation, and modelling, with potential time for independent research or new projects. The start date is Summer/Fall 2027, with an initial two-year appointment and potential renewal to a third year.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. at start of position in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or related field.
• Willingness to take on new projects, learn new skills, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observational studies of low-mass, low-metallicity lensed galaxies with JWST.
• Analyze and interpret JWST data; perform modelling of HII regions using Cloudy.
• Collaborate with Dr. Massimo Stiavelli and team; contribute to publications and presentations.

Skills

Independent research

Data analysis

Astronomy/Physics background

Education

Ph.D. in Astronomy or related field

Tools

Cloudy modelling

Job description

Space Telescope Science Institute invites applications for a post-doctoral researcher to work with Dr. Massimo Stiavelli on observational studies of very low-mass, low metallicity lensed galaxies observed with JWST.

The position includes data analysis, interpretation, and modelling, with potential time for independent research or new projects. The start date is Summer/Fall 2027, with an initial two-year appointment and potential renewal to a third year.