Postdoctoral Position in Supernova Cosmology

*Job Description, Duties & Responsibilities: The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is hiring a postdoctoral researcher in supernova cosmology and related areas, including astronomical observing, data analysis, research into SN Ia standardization, photometric calibration, and/or cosmological analyses. The appointment is for an initial period of two years, starting Fall 2020 (other start dates are negotiable), with an available extension to a third year. The postdoc will pursue independent research using UH facilities as well as collaborating with Prof. David Rubin and others. Send questions to [email protected] (or in person at the Honolulu AAS).

*Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should have a PhD in physics, astrophysics, or astronomy and experience with any of the following: observational astronomy, statistical inference, calibration, and/or cosmology analyses. The appointment is for an initial period of two years, starting no later than Fall 2020, with a possible extension for a third year (depending on future funding).

*Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

*To apply: To apply, send a brief cover letter, CV, and have three letters of recommendation sent to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin January 31, 2020, but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

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