Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT Kavli Institute
Position ID:
MIT-MIT Kavli Institute-PAEILERS [#30539]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States of America
Subject Area:
Salary Range:
$71,000 to $90,000
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/01 11:59PM
(posted 2025/09/10, listed until 2025/12/31)
(posted 2025/09/10, listed until 2025/12/31)Position Description:
Position Description
The MIT Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research (MKI) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in observational extragalactic astrophysics. The successful candidate will join the research group of Professor Anna-Christina Eilers (http://www.mit.edu/~eilers/), which investigates the evolution of galaxies, quasars, and supermassive black holes through a combination of observational data, machine learning techniques, and cosmological simulations. The group is actively involved in multiple JWST Guaranteed Time Observation (GTO) and General Observer (GO) programs, an upcoming Large Program on the Chandra Observatory, as well as other programs from both ground- and space-based observatories. MIT has institutional access to the 6.5-meter Magellan Telescopes, LIGO, TESS and the new infrared time-domain telescope WINTER. Candidates with expertise in all areas of extragalactic astronomy are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a PhD in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field at the time of appointment. The position is for a two-year initial term with extension for a third-year contingent upon performance. The start date is flexible within the summer to fall of 2026. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted via Academic Jobs Online comprising a research statement of past/current research and future plans (approximately 2 pages), a CV including a list of publications, as well as 2-3 letters of recommendation.MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. View MIT Policy on Non Discrimination and EEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
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- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
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