Postdoctoral Research Associate, Gravitational Physics/Quantum Field Theory/Extreme Electrodynamics
About The Position
The Departments of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Arizona invite applications for a postdoctoral research position in gravitational physics and/or extreme electrodynamics. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research group that includes faculty Sam Gralla and Vasilis Paschalidis, affiliate faculty Paul Anderson, and a community of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. The group also works alongside adjacent faculty, including CK Chan, Dan Marrone, and Chad Bender. We welcome applicants whose research interests overlap with or complement our work in theoretical and computational general relativity, quantum field theory in curved spacetime and background electromagnetic fields, radio and optical interferometry, and compact object astrophysics. This position offers an opportunity to engage with a broad range of complementary research areas within a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, or a related field.
- Strong foundation in analytical and/or numerical methods.
- Demonstrated ability to carry out an independent research program.
Nice To Haves
- Research interests that overlap with or complement theoretical and computational general relativity, quantum field theory in curved spacetime and background electromagnetic fields, radio and optical interferometry, and compact object astrophysics.
Responsibilities
- Carry out an independent research program in one or more of the targeted areas.
- Participate regularly in group activities.
- Collaborate with other members of the group (expected, but not required).
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
- Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
