Cornell University, Cornell Center for Astrophysics and Planetary Science

Position ID:
Cornell-CCAPS-POSTDOC [#28539, WDR-00048888]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Associate- Numerical Relativity
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Astrophysics / Numerical Astrophysics
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2024/09/23, listed until 2024/11/30)
Position Description:
   

The Cornell Center for Astrophysics and Planetary Science at Cornell University expects to have an opening for a Postdoctoral Associate in numerical relativity starting in September, 2025. The position requires a Ph.D. and experience in numerical relativity or computational physics. The position is for one year, with subsequent renewals depending on performance and the availability of funds.

The Cornell Relativity Group consists of Saul Teukolsky, Eanna Flanagan, Nils Deppe, Larry Kidder and research associates Mike Boyle and Will Throwe. There will also be opportunities to interact with the Theoretical Astrophysics Group, including Rachel Bean, David Chernoff, Dong Lai, and Ira Wasserman.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV (including list of publications) and a brief (1-3 pages) description of research interests, and should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted through Academic Jobs Online. All materials should be received by November 30, 2024.


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The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Proof of PhD
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)

Further Info:
astro.cornell.edu
email address
607-255-4342
 
122 Sciences Drive
Cornell University
Ithaca, New York 14853