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Postdoctoral Scholar - Department of Astronomy

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Position overview

Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar
Salary range: $65,000- $70,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: August 1, 2023
Position duration: The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of an extension for an additional two years based on performance and the availability of funding.

Position description

The Department of Astronomy at UC Berkeley is seeking up to two highly motivated individuals to carry out postdoctoral research on nearby dwarf galaxies using the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in collaboration with Prof. Daniel Weisz (UCB), Dr. Alessandro Savino (UCB), and Dr. Yumi Choi (UCB / NOIRLab). The successful applicant(s) will lead the analysis and publication of data from multiple major Hubble Space Telescope (HST) programs aimed at resolved stellar populations of local galaxies. The science topics range from cosmic reionization to the cosmic distance ladder to star formation in extremely metal-poor environments. The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to collaborate with ongoing efforts involving the Keck telescope, use data from the James Webb Space Telescope, and pursue an independent research program. The candidates will have an opportunity to travel to Tucson, AZ with Dr. Choi to the NOIRLab. These positions will report to Prof. Daniel Weisz.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

A PhD or equivalent international degree or enrolled in a PhD (or equivalent international degree) program.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

A PhD or equivalent international degree is required by the start date.

Preferred qualifications

A PhD degree or equivalent international degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a related field.
Experience in areas including resolved stellar populations, local galaxies, stellar photometry, and/or stellar evolution is particularly desired.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research - Include past and current research as well as an explanation for their interest in the position (up to 3 pages).

  • Publication List

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03655

Help contact: emartinez24@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Berkeley, CA