Post Doctoral Research Associate
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Title:
Post Doctoral Research Associate
Department:
Physics
Reports To:
Professor
Position Type:
Staff
Position Summary:
The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position to carry out research in solar physics. The appointment is initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year contingent upon the availability of funding. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Essential Functions:
-Conduct original research in solar physics using data from Owens Valley Solar Arrays (OVSA), Solar Orbiter (SolO), Parker Solar Probe (PSP), and other complementary instruments.
-Support data processing and validation for OVSA data users as requested.
-Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research, for example, prepare papers for publication in scientific journals, and prepare and present findings at professional conferences.
Prerequisite Qualifications:
-Successful applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, space physics, or a closely related field.
-At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience in Linux/Unix operating systems, Python programming language, and software development. Experience in radio interferometry and synthesis imaging is considered a plus, but not a prerequisite.
Bargaining Unit:
AFT-UCAN
Salary Information:
In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $63,536.82 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.
To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.
FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants:
-The application consists of a complete CV (including a list of publications) and names and contact information for three references.