Postdoctoral Researcher, Astronomy

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University in Bloomington invites applications for the Sullivan Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astronomy, to begin Fall 2027. The position supports research across Galactic and extragalactic astrophysics, including observational and computational work, with access to WIYN telescope time and high-performance computing resources.

The appointee will collaborate with faculty across the department and contribute to ongoing projects while developing an independent research program.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics by appointment start date.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department faculty on high-impact astronomical research.
• Utilize WIYN 3.5-m telescope time and high-performance computing resources for research.

Education

Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics

Job description

Title

Title Postdoctoral Researcher, Astronomy

Location

Location Bloomington

Position Summary

The Department of Astronomy at Indiana University invites applications for the Sullivan Prize Postdoctoral Fellowship to begin in the Fall of 2027.

The search is open to applicants from any area of astronomy or astrophysics; we are particularly interested in candidates whose research complements and enhances current department strengths and who will collaborate directly with department faculty. The department's research activity includes observational, theoretical, and computational projects in Galactic and extra-galactic astrophysics, stellar astrophysics, exoplanets, and stellar dynamics (see the Department's website https://astro.indiana.edu for further information).

The successful applicant will have access to observing time on the WIYN 3.5-m telescope at Kitt Peak (including the NEID high-precision radial velocity spectrometer), and on other telescope facilities to which the department has access. They will also have direct use of the outstanding IU information technology infrastructure, including full access to various supercomputers and massive data storage systems (see here for further details https://uits.iu.edu/services/technology-for-research/high-performance-computing-and-storage ). The department has a supportive and collegial atmosphere. We maintain close ties with the Physics Department and the wider campus community. IU-Bloomington is the flagship campus of the IU system and is centrally located in a community of ~80,000 people with an outstanding public park system and a vibrant fine arts, theater, and entertainment scene.

This position is a full time, benefits-eligible position with a salary of $70,000 per year and additional funds for research expenses. The initial appointment will be for two years with extension to the third year depending on satisfactory performance.

Basic Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics by appointment start date.

Department Contact for Questions

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Supplemental Questions

• * Have you previously been employed with IU?
  • Yes
  • No