Postdoctoral Fellow: Galaxy Spectra Modeling & Simulations

Missouri S&T; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Job summary

Missouri S&T is seeking a highly qualified researcher to model galaxy spectra for DESI and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, collaborating with Dr. Shun Saito and the Physics Department.

The successful candidate will focus on DOE FAIR and NASA GRS PIT projects, with 80% research on the DOE FAIR work and 20% for team collaboration or student mentorship. Expect 70% code development/data analysis and 30% writing and presentations. The position is two years with potential extension.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, astronomy, or related field is required.
• Proven experience in one modern programming language.

Responsibilities

• Model galaxy spectra for DESI and Roman surveys.
• Develop SED models and realistic mock galaxy simulations.
• Allocate 80% of time to DOE FAIR project and 20% to collaboration/mentoring.
• Write papers and present results; organize group meetings and seminars.

Skills

Programming ability

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in physics or astronomy

Tools

Python

Galaxy SED fitting

Cosmological simulations

Large datasets

Job description

Missouri S&T is seeking a highly qualified researcher to model galaxy spectra for DESI and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, collaborating with Dr. Shun Saito and the Physics Department.

The successful candidate will focus on DOE FAIR and NASA GRS PIT projects, with 80% research on the DOE FAIR work and 20% for team collaboration or student mentorship. Expect 70% code development/data analysis and 30% writing and presentations. The position is two years with potential extension.