Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Time Domain Astrophysics (Multiple Positions)

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Nov 19, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Time Domain Astrophysics (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number	req20929
Department	Steward Observatory
Department Website Link	https://astro.arizona.edu
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The University of Arizona (UA) Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory (SO) are excited to invite applications for Postdoctoral Research Associates interested in research related to time domain astrophysics. Successful candidates will work with Professor Kate Alexander and/or Professor David Sand on one or more projects. Opportunities include: i) the TROVE, a new software infrastructure effort to vet transients associated with gravitational wave, neutrino, and high-energy particle events ii) Gravitational wave follow-up science and infrastructure development under the auspices of the SAGUARO program (Searches After Gravitational waves Using Arizona's Observatories); iii) the sub-day cadence supernova search, DLT40, focused on the nearest and brightest transients in the sky; iv) multiwavelength observations of tidal disruption events, gamma-ray bursts, and other extreme transients. The successful candidate will be encouraged to work with other Steward Observatory scientists. Observational facilities at Steward include the 2x8.4m Large Binocular Telescope, the 6.5m MMT, the twin 6.5m Magellan telescopes, and an assortment of 1-2m class telescopes. Postdocs can apply for time on any Steward facility directly as PI, and will be encouraged to do so. We also regularly utilize national facilities such as the VLA, Swift, Chandra, Hubble, and JWST. Throughout your postdoctoral journey with us, you will be encouraged to conduct your own independent research, as time permits, and will be able to apply for time on any Steward facility directly as a PI. You will be expected to lead high-profile, independent research in time domain astrophysics as well as collaborate with SO faculty and scholars in the Department of Astronomy. UA/SO offers a world-class research environment in space science and astrophysics with strong interdisciplinary programs across the Departments of Astronomy, Physics, Optical Sciences, and Planetary Sciences. We provide direct access to various world-class observational and computational facilities for ground-based radio and optical observing. Application review will begin on January 17, 2025. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and upload all documents into the Box folder listed in "Special Instructions to the Applicant" by that date. Start dates range from August 2025 to November 2025, although an earlier date is possible. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please visit talent.arizona.edu
Duties & Responsibilities	Develop and lead an independent research agenda centered on supernovae, tidal disruption events, gravitational wave counterparts, software infrastructure, or other time domain topics; disseminate work through publications and presentations; contribute to public-engagement opportunities. Develop and implement research initiatives, collaborations, publications, and/or events (e.g., talks, workshops, visitor programs, etc.) as needed and relevant to research agendas. Collaborate with faculty and scholars in support of an inclusive academic environment (including organizing collaborative meetings, supervising/mentoring graduate and undergraduate students). Additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Must have completed all the requirements for a PhD. in Astronomy, Physics, Astrophysics, or related science at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in time domain astrophysics and/or astronomical software infrastructure.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	3
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Kate Alexander at kdalexander@arizona.edu and/or; David Sand at dsand@arizona.edu
Open Date	10/21/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	No Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant	To apply, complete the following three steps: 1.First, click on the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online UArizona application. 2.Next, upload your CV (limit: 2 pages), cover letter, research statement (limit: 5 pages), and List of Publications to our secure UArizona Box portal:https://arizona.app.box.com/f/aca5f4bd6ce546d785445e03f1198f99 3.Lastly, ask 3 references to upload a letter of recommendation to our secure UArizona Box Portal: https://arizona.app.box.com/f/aca5f4bd6ce546d785445e03f1198f99
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