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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Direct Imaging, Thermal Infrared Instrumentation, and Exoplanet Atmospheres University of Arizona in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Astronomy
Funding
Full-time, benefits-eligible position with full benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; and access to university recreation and cultural activities. Salary follows NIH salary guidelines and depends on experience.
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United States
University
University of Arizona
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About this position
The University of Arizona Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in direct imaging and instrument development, focused on high-contrast imaging and spectroscopy of exoplanets and substellar companions.
The researcher will work closely with Assistant Professor Brittany Miles and staff and engineers from the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics. The project includes integrating and commissioning a coronagraphic, adaptive-optics-assisted, long-wavelength infrared integral field unit, as well as developing thermal infrared instrumentation and science for the Large Binocular Telescope and future 30-meter-class telescopes.
The postdoctoral researcher will lead an independent research agenda in thermal infrared instrumentation and the characterization of planetary atmospheres. The scientific program includes high-profile research on exoplanet and brown dwarf atmospheres, infrared observations, data reduction, and the operation and testing of astronomical instruments. The role also offers opportunities to pursue independent research and apply for observing time on Steward Observatory facilities as a principal investigator.
In addition to research, the position involves publications, presentations, public engagement, collaboration with faculty and scholars, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. The researcher will join Steward Observatory, a major University of Arizona research unit bringing together astronomers, students, engineers, technicians, and staff across advanced facilities and laboratories.
The broader research environment connects astronomy with physics, optical sciences, and planetary sciences, with access to ground-based radio and optical observing facilities and computational resources.
Funding details
Full-time, benefits-eligible position with full benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; and access to university recreation and cultural activities. Salary follows NIH salary guidelines and depends on experience.
What's required
Applicants must have completed all requirements for a PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Astrophysics, or a related science by the time of hire. A PhD in astronomy or astrophysics is preferred. Relevant research experience may include operating and testing astronomical instruments, infrared observations, and data reduction. Applicants must submit a CV limited to two pages with three potential reference writers, a cover letter, a research statement limited to five pages, and a list of publications.
How to apply
Apply through the University of Arizona requisition page. Submit a CV of no more than two pages listing three potential reference writers, a cover letter, a research statement of no more than five pages, and a list of publications.
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Assistant Professor
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Research Interests
Astrophysics
Astronomy
Multiwavelength Astronomy
Dwarf Stars
Optical Astronomy
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