Postdoctoral Scholar in Galactic Archaeology, Stellar Spectroscopy, Galactic Chemical Evolution, or Spectroscopic Surveys

Job Summary

Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
University of Notre Dame
Department
Department of Physics
Number of Positions Available
1
Work Arrangement
In-Person

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame, Department of Physics, invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar position to commence in Fall 2022. The ideal candidate specializes in galactic archaeology, galactic chemical evolution, or spectroscopic surveys. Experience with stellar spectroscopy is required. The successful applicant will work with Professor Evan Kirby on the Subaru Prime Focus Spectrograph (PFS) survey. PFS is expected to commence survey operations in Fall 2023. The first year of the postdoctoral position will focus on survey preparations, followed in subsequent years by data acquisition, analysis, and publication. The postdoc will enjoy privileged PFS data access and ample time to pursue independent research. 

Notre Dame astronomers use a variety of telescopes, including Keck Observatory and the Large Binocular Telescope. Nuclear astrophysics is one of the key strengths of Notre Dame Physics. Astronomical observers, laboratory experimentalists, and theorists work together to answer fundamental questions about the nature of matter. 

Qualifications include a PhD in physics, astronomy, or a related field, strong written and oral communication, and leadership qualities. Support is available for three years. Annual renewals are contingent upon performance. Base salary will be commensurate with experience. 

A complete application includes a curriculum vitae with publications, a research statement, and three letters of reference. The research statement should address past research and how the applicant expects to use PFS and other Notre Dame resources. The statement should be approximately three to four pages. Applicants are encouraged to use additional pages to discuss their contributions toward and ambition for improving academic climates, such as efforts toward equity and inclusion. Applications will be reviewed until an offer is made, but applications received by April 1, 2022, will receive full consideration. Please contact Professor Evan Kirby with questions about the position. Apply at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/21408

The University of Notre Dame is located in South Bend, Indiana, and provides a family friendly environment and affordable cost of living. The successful applicant will receive health care and benefits through Notre Dame's employee program (http://hr.nd.edu/benefits/). More information about being a postdoctoral scholar at Notre Dame can be found at http://postdocs.nd.edu.

Application Details

Publication Start Date
2022 Mar 17
Application Deadline
2022 Apr 15

Inquiries

Name
Prof. Evan Kirby