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Postdoctoral Researcher in Astrophysics

Villanova University

Villanova, PA • On-site

Full-time

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Posting Number:
20251282F
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher in Astrophysics
Position Type:
Faculty
Location:
Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type:
Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule:
full-time/12-months
Department:
186-Physics
Position Summary:
The Department of Physics at Villanova University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research position focused on far-infrared data analysis with Prof. David Chuss. This is a grant-funded position and is subject to continuing based on the availability of funding. The work will focus on the production of large polarimetric maps from the SOFIA data. The position is planned for two years, with a possible extension for a third year.
Professor Chuss' group is engaged in several research projects relating to instrumentation and data analysis for astrophysical polarimetry in the far-infrared through microwave part of the spectrum including the Cosmology Large Angular Scale Surveyor (CLASS) and HAWC+/SOFIA.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will take a leadership role in the reduction, analysis and scientific interpretation of archival data from the High Angular Resolution Wide-Field Imager+ (HAWC+), which operated on SOFIA (NASA's Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy). The work will focus on the production of large polarimetric maps from the SOFIA data.
Minimum Qualifications:
The applicant should have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or related field by the anticipated start date. (ASAP)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in data analysis for astrophysical observations.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:
The position is planned for two years, with a possible extension for a third year.
To apply, please submit a CV including a publication list. Applications should include contact information for two references who will be contacted by email to submit a confidential letter of recommendation when the application is submitted.
Posting Date:
10/16/2025
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Competitive
Salary Band:
Job Classification:
faculty

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