Post Doctoral Associate

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position at the University of Florida to work with Prof. Jeff Andrews on modeling the astrophysical formation of compact objects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects related to the astrophysical modeling of compact objects, ranging from astrometric detection with Gaia to details of how high-mass binary stars evolve into gravitational wave sources to r-process nucleosynthesis.

The Department of Astronomy and the theoretical astrophysics group within the Department of Physics are rapidly growing, affording ample opportunity to interact with leading experts on gravitational waves and related topics. The successful candidate will have access to significant computational resources via the state-of-the-art HiPerGator 3.0 high-performance computing cluster (https://www.rc.ufl.edu/services/hipergator/ ) and be encouraged to build collaborations within Dr. Andrews’s group and with other members of the department, as well as with our colleagues around the world.

The Department of Physics particularly welcomes applicants who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. Please see https://diversity.clas.ufl.edu/diversity-statement/ for more information about diversity and inclusion in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The university and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a diversity of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Ph.D. in Physics or Astronomy

A complete application includes (1) a cover letter, (2) a complete curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, (3) research statement summarizing the applicant's ongoing research directions and future interests, and (4) a list of the names and contact information at least three references. After initial review, letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 13, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time.

Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).