The inner workings of galaxy formation and feedback processes over cosmic time
About the role
The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center, NASA Headquarters, or at a NASA-affiliated research institute. These one- to three-year fellowships are competitive and are designed to advance NASA’s missions in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.
Responsibilities
The Fellow will work on the following:
- Work with existing observations including from Hubble and Keck Observatories, and plan for the Webb and Roman Observatories.
- Publish insights and results related to the transformation from blue star-forming galaxies to red quiescent galaxies.
- Design and develop efficient analysis tools and models to investigate the spatially resolved stellar populations of aged distant galaxies.
- Collaborate with advisors and other researchers at JPL and beyond.
Requirements
A completed doctoral degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a closely related field.
Qualifications
Experience with observational astronomy, particularly with gravitational lensing techniques, and familiarity with large astronomical datasets.
Skills
Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages, proficiency in data analysis, and experience with astronomical software like IRAF, IDL, or similar.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
Pay
$163,500 per year for the first year, with increases based on performance.
Schedule
The fellowship is for one to three years, starting as soon as possible after appointment approval.
Contact Information
For questions about this opportunity, please email npp@orau.org.