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Sep 20 2024

Fellowship Postdoctoral Research Positions in Astrophysical Sciences

Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey, United States

The Department of Astrophysical Sciences, Princeton University, anticipates offering a number of postdoctoral or more senior research positions in theory, observation and instrumentation, including (but not limited to): the Lyman Spitzer, Jr. Postdoctoral Fellowship; the Henry Norris Russell Postdoctoral Fellowship; the Joint Carnegie Observatories and Princeton University Postdoctoral Fellowship; and positions in research related to: exoplanets, interstellar medium/star formation, statistical astronomy, and transient science.

Applicants may work with the Department’s distinguished faculty and research staff. For a full list of department members and activities, see https://web.astro.princeton.edu . There are also strong research groups with interests in astrophysics at the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab and in the Physics, Geosciences, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Departments, and at the nearby Institute for Advanced Study. The Term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the expectation of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. The expected start date is September 1, 2025, although this is flexible.

For details on specific positions, see http://web.astro.princeton.edu/jobs. Interested persons should submit a curriculum vitae, a publication list and a research statement, and provide contact information for three references by November 1, 2024 11:59 (EDT). Candidates may also include a cover letter and personal statement if they wish; the personal statement may highlight relevant aspects of a candidate’s experiences and contributions to the field that are not otherwise covered in their research statement.

Our department is committed to diversity and making the field more equitable and inclusive. Princeton is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, service, and outreach, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Applicants should apply via the web at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/36285. All applications received by November 1, 2024 11:59 (EDT) will be fully considered, but applications will continue to be accepted until all available positions are filled. Letters of recommendation will be expected about a week after applications are submitted. All applications will be considered for all postdoctoral positions available in the department, including department fellowships and grant supported positions, but you will be asked in the application which positions you are interested in. For further inquiries, contact astropd@princeton.edu.

PhD is required.  The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. This position is subject to the University’s background check policy. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Categories: Full-Time. Job Types: Fellowship.

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