Postdoctoral Research Associate

Northeastern University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Blazek group performs research in cosmology, including both theoretical, observational, and numerical methods. We are involved in analysis of DES data and preparations for the Rubin Observatory and Roman Space Telescope. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will perform basic or applied research of a limited scope, primarily using existing theories and methods. Individuals should have the ability and desire to innovate when these are insufficient. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will assist the supervisor in the interpretation and publication of results and grants. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will maintain the laboratory research team and may exercise functional supervision over supporting research staff. Primary responsibility is ensuring that the research is complete.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent required in Physics or Astronomy.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, attention to details, as well as training in research methodology and quantitative data analysis are essential to the successful candidate.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with multiple senior researchers from different fields.
• Ability to undertake substantially full-time research or scholarship; work under the supervision of a senior scholar.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in writing proposals and project management experience are pluses.

Benefits

• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
• Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
• All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees