Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT Kavli Institute

Position ID:MIT-MIT Kavli Institute-PA1 [#24185]
Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate in in 21cm Cosmology and Related Studies
Position Type:Postdoctoral
Position Location:Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Astrophysics / Cosmology
Appl Deadline:2023/02/15 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2023/01/18, finished 2023/04/18, listed until 2023/02/28)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

The MIT Kavli Institute (MKI) for Astrophysics and Space Research invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in 21cm cosmology and related studies within the radio astronomy group led by Professor Jacqueline Hewitt. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to play a leading role in research with the Hydrogen Epoch of Reionization Array (HERA; see reionization.org), with an emphasis on data acquisition and analysis, and the interpretation of data within a framework of theoretical predictions of heating and reionization of the intergalactic medium at high redshift. Collaborative opportunities are enabled by MKI’s community of astrophysicists, and its participation in the Magellan Telescopes, the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory, and the Chandra X-ray Center.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy or a closely related field, preferably with a background in radio astronomy or cosmology. Those with strong backgrounds in radio-frequency techniques, computing, and data analysis are especially encouraged to apply. The position is full-time and benefits-eligible, with an anticipated start date of September 2023. The appointment will initially be for one year, with two annual renewals contingent upon performance and the availability of resources.

Applications received by February 15, 2023, will receive full consideration. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae including publications, a brief (< 2 page) statement of research interests, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation to be submitted.

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.


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