Varun Bhalerao

The STAR Lab at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, led by Associate Professor Varun Bhalerao, is inviting applications for postdoctoral positions (NPDF, ANRF) in the field of space instrumentation and astrophysics. The lab operates at the intersection of engineering, astrophysics, and space technology, focusing on the development of advanced hardware for ambitious science missions. Research areas include building and deploying space-tech ranging from cubesats to full-scale space telescopes, as well as studying astrophysical transients and the electromagnetic counterparts to gravitational wave sources. Candidates should have a PhD in Engineering and a strong interest in hands-on hardware, instrumentation, and systems work. The STAR Lab utilizes the extensive technology resources of IIT Bombay and collaborates with various telescopes worldwide. The group is known for its innovative approach to space research and offers a dynamic environment for postdoctoral researchers interested in building and deploying real hardware for space missions. For more information about the research group, ongoing projects, and application procedures, prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the STAR Lab website. The position is funded through the NPDF (ANRF) fellowship, though specific details about the funding package are not provided in the announcement. Keywords: space instrumentation, astrophysics, engineering, hardware, systems, cubesats, space telescopes.