Postdoctoral Researcher – Exoplanet Observations
2 weeks ago
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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.POSITION SPECIFICS
The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Penn State invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work with Professor Renyu Hu and collaborators. The successful applicant will work on science analysis of the JWST observations of transiting exoplanets. Research duties will involve building data reduction pipelines, reduction of large quantities of data, statistical analysis of the data products and planetary spectra, development of relevant exoplanetary models, and publication of scientific results.
Penn State is home to the Center for Exoplanets and Habitable Worlds (CEHW) and has a significant community of researchers who study exoplanets in the broader context of astrophysics, geosciences, and astrobiology. Penn State astronomers have access to the 10-m-class Hobby-Eberly Telescope and work at the forefront of the search and characterization of extrasolar worlds.
Education and Experience
A PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science, or a closely related field is required. Experience with JWST transiting exoplanet observations would be an advantage.
Additional Information
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, a CV, a list of publications, and names of at least three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The expected start date is in Spring 2026 but is negotiable. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Professor Renyu Hu at
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