Postdoctoral Research Position in Radio Astronomy | Harvard University Job at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

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  • Harvard University
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

School: Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Department/Area: Harvard College Observatory/Center for Astrophysics

Position Description:

The Harvard College Observatory/Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in radio astronomy with Prof. Liam Connor, with a focus on Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs), wide-field radio survey development, and fast time-domain pipelines.

Those with previous experience in FRBs, interferometry, radio instrumentation, or pipeline development are strongly encouraged to apply. While direct hardware expertise is considered an asset, it is not required; the exact project(s) will be tailored to the successful applicant's strengths and interests. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead key projects in wide-field next-generation radio surveys including a radio all-sky monitor and the Deep Synoptic Arrays.

The position is for two years, renewable for a third year upon mutual agreement. The nominal starting date will be September 1, 2025, but an earlier or later start is negotiable.

The deadline for applications is December 10, 2024, and applications that are complete by that date will receive full consideration.

In order to be considered for this position, all applications must be complete (including letters of reference) by December 10, 2024

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or equivalent by the date of appointment.

Additional Qualifications:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, list of publications, and a statement explaining research interests and qualifications, and arrange for three letters of recommendation.

Contact Information:

Liam Connor

Contact Email: liam.connor@cfa.harvard.edu

Special Instructions:

Letters of recommendation should be submitted by three

About Harvard University

Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.

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