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Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Peter A Strittmatter Fellowship)

The University of Arizona

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Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Peter A Strittmatter Fellowship)
Tucson, AZ, United States

req12577
Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Peter A Strittmatter Fellowship)
Posting Number req12577
Department Steward Observatory
Department Website Link https://www.as.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

Applications are solicited for the Peter A. Strittmatter Fellowship in Astronomy and Astrophysics at Steward Observatory, University of Arizona. This postdoctoral fellowship provides an opportunity for a recent Ph.D. recipient to pursue an ambitious program of research in any area of theoretical, experimental, or observational astronomy or astrophysics. All of the observational and computational facilities of the Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory are available to the Fellow, who is encouraged to conduct independent research and to develop collaborations with faculty, staff, and students. The Strittmatter Fellow will receive an annual stipend of $75,000 per year, as well as access to a generous research fund to support their scientific program. This 3-year Fellowship commences in Fall 2023. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. in Astronomy or a related field before the start date of the Fellowship.

Additional information about the Department, Steward Observatory, its personnel, and its facilities is available on its web page: https://www.as.arizona.edu. A list of previous Strittmatter Fellows can be found at: https://www.as.arizona.edu/strittmatter-postdoctoral-fellowship.

The Astronomy Department and Steward Observatory have a highly valued culture of collegiality, respect, and collaboration among their members. We welcome candidates who will contribute to this positive climate and to our ongoing efforts toward increasing the inclusivity and diversity of our community. Review of applications will begin on December 19, 2022.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Please see job summary in the Position Highlights section of this recruitment.

Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Must have completed all the requirement of a PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Astrophysics or related field by the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.00
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $75,000
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 1
Target Hire Date 8/7/2023
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Susan Warner
warners@arizona.edu
Open Date 12/6/2022
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply No Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants note: Please do not upload a CV. If further information is required, a confirmation email will be sent to you with instructions.

Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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