Post Doctoral Scholar (osu)

osu Columbus Campus 2024-12-06

Job posting number: #158665 (Ref:R117127)

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Job Title:

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Astronomy

The Post Doctoral Scholar will carry out a vigorous program of research of their own design, working independently and/or in collaboration with Ohio State faculty. Researchers in all areas of theoretical and observational astronomy will be considered. Current research interests at Ohio State include active galactic nuclei, cosmology and large-scale structure, exoplanets, Galactic chemical evolution and structure, gravitational lensing (micro and macro), instrumentation, the interstellar, circumstellar, and intergalactic medium, star formation and feedback, stellar structure, supernovae and time domain astrophysics, and others. Observational facilities include a 1/6 share of the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT), ¼ share of the MDM Observatory, and membership in SDSS, ASAS-SN, DESI, and other projects. Post Doctoral Scholars may be PIs on observing proposals, and there is no limit on the number of proposals. Computational facilities include a departmental cluster and access to the Ohio Supercomputing Center. The department has an active instrumentation lab and strong ties to the Ohio State Physics Department through the Center for Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics (CCAPP). We seek candidates who will contribute to and benefit from the highly interactive environment of Ohio State Astronomy.

Qualifications:

PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or related area STEM degree required by time of hire.

Additional Information:

The Department of Astronomy, within the College of Arts and Sciences, seeks a Post Doctoral Scholar to join our team. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field. The College values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community.

The target hiring range is $63,000-$67,500. The actual salary will be within this range based on the candidate's qualifications, the unit's budget and internal equity.

Applications will be reviewed until all positions are filled but applying before December 1, 2024 is strongly recommended. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Applications should include:

A cover letter which includes the names, institutions, and email addresses of at least three individuals who can provide recommendation letters upon request. A curriculum vitae. A list of research publications (either separately or as part of the CV). A brief description (3 pages maximum) of past and proposed future research.

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Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to Kristy Krehnovi (Krehnovi.6@osu.edu), but all application materials must be submitted through the application system. Applications sent directly will not be accepted.

Location:

McPherson Chemical Laboratory (0053)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

Shift:

First Shift

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