Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy · 9 hours ago
CosmicAI Post Doctoral Research Associate at NSF NOIRLab
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$50K/yr - $73K/yrThe Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for the National Science Foundation-Simons CosmicAI Institute to conduct research on active galactic nuclei and their host galaxies. The fellow will engage in multi-wavelength data curation and analysis while collaborating with CosmicAI researchers to apply advanced AI methodologies.
Non Profit
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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 (e.g., data curation, evaluation, example research workflows)
Utilize full access to Institute facilities and equipment for research programs
Collaborate with major Department of Energy-funded scientific AI initiatives
Qualification
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
Excellent communication skills, including both presentations and writing scientific papers
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
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
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