"Postdoctoral Researcher, Physics and Astronomy"

Job Description

The department of Physics and Astronomy at Ohio University invites applications to a postdoctoral research position in observational and theoretical cosmology with Prof. Sujeong Lee. The postdoctoral researcher will work in observational cosmology with a focus on weak lensing, galaxy clustering, and combined probe analyses. The incumbent will contribute to ongoing and upcoming large-scale structure surveys, including Euclid and the Rubin Observatory LSST. The position will support both independent research and collaborative projects within the Euclid and LSST Collaborations as well as within the Ohio University cosmology group.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Independent research in observational cosmology.
2. Participation in large astronomical survey collaborations

About the Physics and Astronomy Department at OHIO

Located in Athens, Ohio, the astrophysics group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy includes experts in galaxy clustering analysis, gravitational lensing, galaxy clusters, and nuclear astrophysics (https://www.ohio.edu/cas/physics-astronomy).

About Ohio University

Established in 1804, Ohio University is the oldest public university in the state of Ohio. Our total enrollment is over 28,000 students across the state and online. About 20,000 of those students are undergraduates studying at our residential campus in Athens-our quintessential college town that's nestled deep in the Appalachian foothills of beautiful Southeast Ohio. Our picturesque campus is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains amidst scenic state and national parks, and is just 75 minutes southeast of Columbus, Ohio.

Minimum Qualifications

The applicant must have a Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics, or physics, prior to the start date of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Solid experience with the cosmological clustering analysis (e.g., galaxy redshift survey).

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental requirements.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application and attach the following required documents when prompted:

1. A cover letter that describes your qualifications and the reasons why you are interested in the position.
2. Curriculum Vitae with list of publications.
3. Research statement describing previous work and plans (5 pages maximum, including figures and tables)
4. A list of at least three (3) professional references. Please provide current contact information, including an e-mail address for each reference provider.

To be considered, please submit a complete application by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date listed below.

This position is eligible for the following benefits

medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Pay Rate

Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

Expected duration of assignment

2 year position that can be extended for a total of 3 years, renewed annually upon satisfactory performance, subject to the availability of funding.

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Nancy Vandeman, vandemn1@ohio.edu