Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Tucson, AZ 
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req19296
Department Steward Observatory
Department Website Link https://www.as.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The department of Steward Observatory seeks to fill the position of a full time Postdoctoral Research Associate. A postdoctoral position at the Steward Observatory, University of Arizona is available. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Shuo Kong on topics including molecular clouds and star formation. Candidates with experience in machine-learning and magnetic field observation/simulation are particularly welcome to apply. Experiences with (sub-)mm observation and data reduction are also welcome.

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 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.

Start dates ranges between July - September 2024.

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!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead an independent research agenda centered on Galactic star formation; 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
  • Research experience relevant to one or more of the following scientific areas: star formation, molecular clouds, magnetic fields (modeling and observation).
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.00
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $65,000 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 1
Target Hire Date 7/1/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates shuokong@arizona.edu
warners@arizna.edu
so-humanresources@list.arizona.edu
Open Date 4/18/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional 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/e303234608204638901ae8df19d9973b
  3. Lastly, ask 3 references to upload a letter of recommendation to our secure UArizona Box Portal: https://arizona.app.box.com/f/e303234608204638901ae8df19d9973b
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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