Samuel P. Langley Postdoctoral Fellow

1000scholars; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Particle physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology Center (PITT PACC) at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellow position in stellar astrophysics or galaxy evolution. The fellowship begins fall 2027 and runs for two years with possible extension to a third year, with generous salary and research funds for Langley Fellows.

PITT PACC offers opportunities to organize academic activities, host visitors, and conduct independent scholarly work

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely allied field.
• Exceptional research credentials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in stellar astrophysics or galaxy evolution.
• Collaborate with Langley Fellows and PITT PACC team to advance projects.

Skills

Stellar astrophysics

Galaxy evolution

Supernovae

Supernova remnants

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or Astronomy

Job description

Position Description

The Pittsburgh Particle physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology Center (PITT PACC, www.physicsandastronomy.pitt.edu/pittpacc), within the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellow position in stellar astrophysics or galaxy evolution. Candidates with interest and expertise in stellar evolution, stellar populations, supernovae, and supernova remnants are especially encouraged to apply. Among other facilities, the University of Pittsburgh is an associate member of both SDSS-V and After Sloan 5. The fellowship will begin in the fall of 2027. The appointment will initially be for two years with the expectation of extension to a third year, contingent upon performance. Generous salary and research funds will be provided to all Langley Fellows.

PITT PACC is a vibrant community of faculty, postdocs, and students that conduct theoretical, experimental, and observational research in particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology. In addition to performing independent scholarly research, Langley Fellows have the opportunity to organize PITT PACC academic activities. These include hosting short- and long-term visitors and holding PITT PACC workshops and/or conferences of their own design.

Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely allied field as well as exceptional research credentials.

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