CITA Research Associate

CITA is a national centre for theoretical astrophysics, gravity and cosmology located at the University of Toronto. CITA expects to offer one or more Research Associate positions of three to five years duration. The start date will be September 2022. Applicants must have a PhD in astrophysics, and an excellent research record in astrophysics as evidenced by publications and letters of reference. Funds will be available for travel and other research expenses. The primary duty is to carry out original research in theoretical astrophysics, but Research Associates are also expected to work with postdoctoral fellows and to assist with the administration of the Institute. All applicants are also considered automatically for postdoctoral fellowships.

Please apply online at: https://icat.cita.utoronto.ca/pdf

We only accept electronic submissions. Applicants will be asked to submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and arrange for three letters of recommendation. The deadline for applications and all letters of recommendation is November 8, 2021.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.