Post-Doctoral Researcher



Post-Doctoral Researcher

Salary

$50,000.00 Annually

Location

Fullerton, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

02364

Department

Research Grant Employees

Opening Date

09/20/2018

Closing Date

1/24/2019 12:00 AM Pacific


*Please be aware that funding for this position is awarded through a Grant/Contract over a specified period.  Employment for this position beyond current Grant/Contract funding is contingent upon continued funding.

The Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astronomy Center (GWPAC) at California State University Fullerton welcomes applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Gravitational-Wave Physics. GWPAC faculty members include Al Agnew, Geoffrey Lovelace, Jocelyn Read, and Director Joshua Smith. Its research projects include searches for binary systems with black holes and neutron stars with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO), characterization of the LIGO detectors, waveform modeling including analytical solutions for neutron stars with realistic equations of state, modes and tides, numerical relativity simulations of binary black hole and black hole neutron star systems as part of the Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes (SXS) Collaboration, optical characterization of LIGO optics, theoretical calculations of thermal noise and mathematical relativity. The successful applicant will establish and carry out a research program in gravitational-wave physics that compliments the existing strengths in GWPAC and involves undergraduate and master's students. Contributions to the study of third-generation gravitational-wave science and/or detector development are expected as part of their research activities. Women and members of groups traditionally underrepresented in physics and astronomy are especially encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties

 
  • To establish and carry out a research program in gravitational-wave physics that compliments existing strengths in the group.
  • To participate in outreach programs associated with GWPAC-related science.
  • To contribute to our Center's work exploring possibilities for the next generation of gravitational-wave observations

Qualifications

 

  • The ability to communicate and work effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community and international scientific community
  • Background in gravitational-wave physics is preferred.
  • Expertise in data analysis, detector characterization and calibration, astronomy, general relativity, or experimental optics. 
  • Expertise in Unix and with Python preferred. 
  • To be considered for this position, please attach a cover letter, a statement of research interest, curriculum vita, and three professional references.

EDUCATION:
A PhD in Physics or a closely related field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Prolonged sitting in front of a computer; use of keyboard and mouse, walking, talking, hearing, pulling, bending, and may involve carrying 20-30 pounds of objects/materials.
This job does not include exposure to extreme noise levels, or require extensive reaching, stooping, or kneeling.

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BACKGROUND CHECK:
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the ASC. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current ASC employees who apply for the position.
 
CSU Fullerton Auxiliary Services Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 

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Address
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Fullerton, California, 92831
Phone
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