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Gemini Observatory ยท 1 month ago

CosmicAI Post Doctoral Research Associate at NSF NOIRLab

Gemini Observatory is part of the National Science Foundation (NSF)-Simons CosmicAI Institute, which seeks a postdoctoral fellow to conduct research on active galactic nuclei and their host galaxies. The fellow will engage in multi-wavelength data curation and analysis, collaborating with CosmicAI researchers to apply advanced AI methodologies in their research.

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Responsibilities

Conduct research on active galactic nuclei and their host galaxies
Contribute to multi-wavelength data curation and analysis
Collaborate with CosmicAI researchers to facilitate the application of cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies
Lead a project on the analysis of data spanning photometry, images, and spectra from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI)
Decipher evolutionary trends of active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies
Spend 50% of time on institute-related research efforts and 50% on independent research

Qualification

Machine learning techniquesData analysisExtragalactic astronomyHigh-performance computingMulti-wavelength data curationIndependent researchCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

You have a PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field
Experience with modern machine learning / deep learning techniques and software packages
Established record of independent research
Research expertise in extragalactic astronomy such as active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies
Committed to broadly sharing scientific findings and software development with the astronomy community
Proficiency working with a geographically distributed, multi-disciplinary team

Preferred

Previous experience with multi-wavelength astronomical data curation and data analysis
Experience with spectroscopic data and very large datasets
Experience with high-performance or high throughput computing (HPC/HTC)

Benefits

Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Very attractive work environment

Company

Gemini Observatory

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