University of Arizona
Postdoctoral Research Associate I, High-Contrast Astronomy (Multiple Positions)
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Overview
Postdoctoral Research Associate I, High-Contrast Astronomy (Multiple Positions). The University of Arizona invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Associates interested in research related to direct imaging of exoplanets and debris disks. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with faculty, including Ewan Douglas and others, within Steward Observatory and the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics on high-contrast imaging, debris disk science as well as the opportunity to join ongoing efforts in laboratory work demonstrating high-contrast technologies on the vacuum Space Coronagraph Optical Bench (SCoOB), coronagraphic image post-processing for existing and future space telescopes, simulation of coronagraphs for future missions including the Roman Coronagraph and future missions to image exoplanets such as the Habitable Worlds Observatory and other space telescope concepts. Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty and scholars and develop and implement research initiatives, collaborations, publications, and/or events as needed and relevant to research agendas. Integrate into the department’s scientific community and support a scholarly environment in research, mentoring, and service. Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Must have completed the requirement of a Ph.D. upon hire. Preferred Qualifications
PhD in a physical science or engineering field. Experience in high-contrast imaging data reduction. Experience in exoplanet and/or debris disk science. Experience building, operating, or testing astronomical instruments or telescopes on the ground or in space. Experience contributing to open-source software or hardware projects. Experience with technical communication. Details
FLSA: Exempt Employment type: Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40 Job FTE: 1.0 Work Calendar: Fiscal Job Category: Research Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay: NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies: 2 Target Hire Date: 9/8/2025 Open Date: 8/6/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Application & Documents
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents Additional Document 1: Two-page Statement of Research Experience and Interest. Additional Document 2: Names and email addresses of three references. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics and safety policies. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I, High-Contrast Astronomy (Multiple Positions). The University of Arizona invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Associates interested in research related to direct imaging of exoplanets and debris disks. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with faculty, including Ewan Douglas and others, within Steward Observatory and the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics on high-contrast imaging, debris disk science as well as the opportunity to join ongoing efforts in laboratory work demonstrating high-contrast technologies on the vacuum Space Coronagraph Optical Bench (SCoOB), coronagraphic image post-processing for existing and future space telescopes, simulation of coronagraphs for future missions including the Roman Coronagraph and future missions to image exoplanets such as the Habitable Worlds Observatory and other space telescope concepts. Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty and scholars and develop and implement research initiatives, collaborations, publications, and/or events as needed and relevant to research agendas. Integrate into the department’s scientific community and support a scholarly environment in research, mentoring, and service. Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Must have completed the requirement of a Ph.D. upon hire. Preferred Qualifications
PhD in a physical science or engineering field. Experience in high-contrast imaging data reduction. Experience in exoplanet and/or debris disk science. Experience building, operating, or testing astronomical instruments or telescopes on the ground or in space. Experience contributing to open-source software or hardware projects. Experience with technical communication. Details
FLSA: Exempt Employment type: Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40 Job FTE: 1.0 Work Calendar: Fiscal Job Category: Research Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay: NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies: 2 Target Hire Date: 9/8/2025 Open Date: 8/6/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Application & Documents
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents Additional Document 1: Two-page Statement of Research Experience and Interest. Additional Document 2: Names and email addresses of three references. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics and safety policies. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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