The main focus of the research will be to detect and characterize dark lensing objects such as free-floating planets and black holes on an individual and population level basis.
You must have a PhD in Astronomy or a closely related field. Applicants should have strong and demonstrated scientific programming and data analysis skills. Experience working with microlensing data is preferred, although applicants with expertise in other time domain astronomy or large astronomical data sets are also strongly encouraged to apply.
You will have excellent problem-solving skills, exceptional communication in written and verbal English, and the ability to work creatively and independently. For the full advert and information on how to apply, please go to Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate in Gravitational Microlensing.
The closing date for this position is: Closes on 15 November 2026 (midnight, NZ time).
Please Note: Candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant Doctoral qualification, will also be considered. Upon appointment, if the Doctoral qualification is yet to be awarded, the title of Research Associate will be applied and the salary will reflect the Research Associate salary scale.
This is a 2.25-year, full-time, fixed term position to start in 2027.
Salary for a Post-Doctoral Fellow is NZ$89,608 p.a.
Salary for a Research Associate is NZ$74,770 p.a.
The nominal start date is March to September 2027, although some flexibility is possible.
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