Post-Doctoral Associate in Astronomy

Classification Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate

Must have PhD in astronomy or physics. This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to one year.

Job Description:

A Post-doctoral Associate in Astronomy is available for astronomers or physicists to work on a project on the ROMAN galaxy redshift survey project infrastructure team led by Dr. Slepian in the Department of Astronomy.

The role involves developing software infrastructure and analysis pipelines to compute the 3 and 4 point correlation functions of Roman data.

Location: The City of Gainesville

Gainesville offers a low cost of living, diverse community, excellent public schools, Division I NCAA sports, and no state income tax. The city is known for its parks, bike trails, museums, mild winters, and warm summers. It is centrally located for day trips to beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, and nearby theme parks like Disney World, with Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa also accessible.

Compensation: The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, including a full benefits package.

Required Qualifications:

• PHD in astronomy or physics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with large-scale structure data and software development.

Application Instructions:

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online via the 'Apply Now' link. A complete application includes:

• A letter of application summarizing qualifications, interests, and suitability.
• A complete curriculum vitae.
• A statement of research goals.
• Names and email addresses of three references (references will be contacted to upload confidential letters).

Review of applications begins August 1, 2025, and the position remains open until filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Late applications may be reviewed at the discretion of the committee.

All candidates are subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background checks, reference checks, and education verification. Official transcripts are required upon hire, and degrees from outside the U.S. must be evaluated by NACES-approved credentialing services.

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