Post Doctoral Scholar

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Job Title:

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:

Arts and Sciences Astronomy

The Ohio State University Department of Astronomy is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to collaborate with Professor Yuan-Sen Ting on statistical studies of the Galactic halo using Gaia and DESI data. The department has a substantial presence in the DESI collaboration. Responsibilities will include performing theoretical analysis of the non-isotropic nature of the Galactic halo through semianalytic methods and simulations, analyzing Gaia and DESI datasets, and preparing research findings for publication.

Required Education: Doctoral degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics or related area required by time of hire.

Required Qualifications: Experience in Galactic structure and halo dynamics is preferred. Candidates with expertise in related fields such as stellar populations or Galactic archaeology will also be considered. Strong background in analyzing large astronomical datasets is essential, particularly in characterizing non-isotropic distributions and spatial-kinematic properties using Gaia and/or DESI data. Proficiency in statistical and machine learning methods applied to astronomical surveys is highly valued.

Additional Information:

The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.

The salary range for this position is $61,008-$67,500, with actual compensation determined by internal equity, candidate qualifications, and available funding. The position is for up to three years contingent upon satisfactory performance.

Applications will be reviewed until all positions are filled but applying before May 31, 2025 is strongly preferred.

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications (can be included in the CV), and a brief description of past and proposed research. We strongly prefer that these be provided as one document and in that order. The cover letter should provide the names, institutions, and email addresses of at least three individuals who could provide recommendation letters upon request. We recommend that you skip “Autofill with Resume” and choose “Apply Manually.” It is fine to answer only the required questions. Under “My Experience,” there is a place to upload your documents.

Inquiries may be directed to Yuan-Sen Ting at .

Location:

McPherson Chemical Laboratory (0053)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

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