University of Southern California, Physics and Astronomy

Position ID:
USC-Physics and Astronomy-COSMOPOSTDOC2025 [#29482]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Position in theoretical and computational cosmology, and astroparticle physics
Position Location:
Los Angeles, California 90089, United States of America
Subject Areas: 
Astrophysics / Astrophysics, Astrophysics and Gravitational Physics, Cosmology, Dark Matter, Physics, Theoretical Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Gravitational waves, Particle physics (theoretical and experimental) Physics / Astroparticle Physics, Astrophysics (astro-ph), Astrophysics Theory, Cosmology, Dark Matter, Elementary Particle Physics, Element
Physics / Astronomy and Astrophysics, Astroparticle Physics, Gravitational Waves
Appl Deadline:
none (posted 2024/12/16)
Position Description:
  URMs  

Position Description

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Southern California (USC) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the field of theoretical and computational cosmology, and astroparticle physics, broadly defined.

We seek highly motivated applicants who have obtained, or are about to obtain, a Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, or a related field. Research experience in theoretical cosmology, cosmological data analysis, cosmological simulations, or astroparticle physics is highly valued. The successful applicants will work in collaboration with Prof. Vera Gluscevic, scientists at Carnegie Observatories, and potentially with a broader collaboration network in Southern California. Postdoctoral scholars at USC have access to computational resources via the Center for Advanced Research Computing at USC (https://carc.usc.edu/). The duration of the postdoctoral appointment is up to four years, with renewable one-year terms based on satisfactory performance, per University policy. A competitive salary, funds for research and travel, and a benefits package will be provided.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo and include a cover letter, research statement summarizing the applicant's ongoing research and future interests (up to 3 pages, excluding references and figures), a CV with a current list of publications, and the contact information for three references. Letters will only be requested at the interview stage. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 5, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact Prof. Vera Gluscevic at vera.gluscevic@usc.edu.

USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The University particularly encourages women, members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting uschr@usc.edu.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement help popup
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
 
825 Bloom Walk
ACB 439
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1483