Postdoctoral Researcher - High-Energy Transient Astronomy
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 May 30, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Penn State invites applications for a a Postdoctoral Researcher to work with Professor James DeLaunay and collaborators. The successful applicant will work with the Swift-BAT GUANO and Fermi GBM teams to search for hard X-ray to gamma-ray transients and perform population studies. Research duties will involve improving transient search pipelines, analysis of large quantities of data, transient classification, detailed studies of newly discovered, interesting transients, and publication of scientific results. Penn State is home to the Swift Mission Operation Center and has a significant community of researchers who study high-energy transients. Penn State is also home to the Institute for Gravitation and the Cosmos and its Center for Multimessenger Astrophysics, which includes members of several experiments, such as LIGO, the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, and the HAWC TeV gamma-ray detector. Education and Experience A PhD in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field is required. Experience with HPC systems, machine learning, and GRB monitor data analysis would be an advantage. Additional Information Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, statement of research interests, a CV, and a list of publications. In addition, please arrange for three professional reference letters to be sent to jjd330@psu.edu. Review of applications will begin July 16, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by July 15 will receive full consideration. The expected start date is October 1, 2025, but is negotiable. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Professor James DeLaunay at jjd330@psu.edu. Information regarding benefits may be found at https://postdoc.psu.edu/resources/benefits-healthcare/. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |