What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher position at NSF NOIRLab?
Postdoctoral Researcher in Milky Way Survey Science
NOIRLab invites applications for a postdoctoral position with Dr. Aaron Meisner to develop MostWISE, the deepest and most accurate all-sky catalog of mid-infrared proper motions using WISE imaging. The postdoc will also lead solar neighborhood and/or Milky Way science investigations (e.g., ultracool dwarfs, young moving groups) based on MostWISE.
The successful candidate will join NOIRLab’s dynamic research community (link) and should have a strong interest in large-scale astronomical data processing and Milky Way science. Ideal applicants will be motivated to take on new projects, learn new skills, publish scientific results, and work independently.
- Duration: Up to 3 years
- Start Date: Late 2025
- Application Deadline: April 21, 2025 (full consideration)
- Location: Tucson, AZ; Hilo, HI; or remote in eligible U.S. states (AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, HI, KY, MA, MD, NM, TN, TX, VA, WA)
- Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, or a related field at the start of the position
- Proficiency in Python programming
- Experience in image processing, batch processing, survey science, astrometry, or building wide-area data products is desirable
- Self-motivated, independent, and highly organized
Submit a single PDF including:
- Cover letter (interest and relevant expertise)
- CV
- List of publications
- Research statement (max 3 pages)
- Names/emails of 3 professional references
Apply by April 21, 2025 for full consideration. Reference letters may be solicited for some applicants after the deadline.
Link to online application: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SPA1004AURA/JobBoard/9eb88b35-a884-4935-9c1e-0ce6bbf2a741/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=4deb315a-7f18-4a07-94b4-f70e5f197484&sourceId=0797f241-b8eb-4600-8cc5-f3341bfe957c
