POSITION SUMMARY
The Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA) at the Flatiron Institute seeks temporary full-time Research Analysts as part of its Pre-Doctoral Program.
The aim of this program is to provide graduate students from institutions worldwide the opportunity to be employed at the CCA for 5 months for the purpose of working on a research project with one or more CCA staff mentors as well as expanding collaborative networks. The project should be distinct from but complementary to the student’s thesis. The program is open to individuals who are currently pursuing a PhD in a relevant field. Students who currently have limited access to computational astrophysics resources and mentorship are especially encouraged to apply.
Before applying, candidates for this position must contact one or more potential mentors, and the prospective mentor(s) must approve of the candidate’s possible participation in the program and commit to serving as mentor in order for the candidate’s application to be considered. Candidates are encouraged to work with Flatiron Research Fellows, but at least one co-mentor must be at the Associate Research Scientist level or more senior. Mentors who are full-time CCA staff (and thus have limited access to students) will be prioritized. For further details about the program and a full list of mentors’ potential projects and descriptions of broad research interests, please visit: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/grant/flatiron-institute-center-for-com...
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in a field relevant to the proposed research
Experience
- At least 1-2 years of advanced coursework in a relevant field
- Demonstrated understanding of basic research skills. Please note that extensive research experience is not required for this position
Related Skills & Other Requirements
- Some basic technical skills (e.g. basic Linux, some experience with Python or similar)
- Technical and scientific curiosity
- Professional communication skills
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- CV and publication list
- Description of previous research experience (not to exceed two pages, including figures and references)
- Research proposal of not more than 2 pages (including figures and references) outlining planned work at Flatiron
- Two (2) letters of recommendation submitted confidentially by the letter writers to [email protected]. One letter must be from the applicant’s PhD supervisor and must explicitly approve the applicant’s possible participation in the Pre-Doctoral Program
Deadline
- All applications must be submitted no later than April 15, 2022
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