Fermilab, Particle Physics Division
Position ID:
FNAL-Particle Physics Division-PPDCOSRA [#31218, FERMICOS-RA]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Batavia, Illinois 60510, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Astrophysics / Cosmology, High Energy Astrophysics, particle astrophysics, Physics
High Energy Physics / cosmology
High Energy Physics / cosmology
Appl Deadline:
2026/01/05 11:59PM
(posted 2025/11/14, listed until 2026/05/14)
(posted 2025/11/14, listed until 2026/05/14)Position Description:
Position Description
Fermilab seeks outstanding applicants for a post-doctoral Research Associate position at the interface of cosmic survey science and AI/ML. This position is aimed at exceptional recent PhD recipients with a proven research record from prior experience in observational cosmology, AI/ML, and/or related fields. Fermilab is actively involved in the Vera C. Rubin Observatory Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) and the LSST Dark Energy Science Collaboration (LSST DESC). Fermilab is also the home institution of the Dark Energy Survey (DES) and an institutional member in the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI). This post-doctoral position will provide the opportunity to integrate novel AI/ML techniques into the operation and analysis of world-leading astronomical observatories.The position is for a period of up to three (3) years, with the potential for extension considered on a yearly basis thereafter. The position comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Respects, understands and values individual differences that embody the principles of diversity.
Abide by all environment, safety, and health regulations.
Responsibilities:
• Publishing scientific papers based on the analysis of cosmology data.
• Pursuing studies of dark energy and dark matter with cosmic surveys
• Integrating AI/ML into experimental operations and/or cosmology analyses
• Presenting work at scientific conferences, workshops, and reviews.
• Contributing to scientific activities at the Fermilab Cosmic Physics Center.
Qualifications and Essential Job Functions:
• Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, or relevant subject.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentations to large international scientific collaborations and conferences.
Physical Activity and Work Conditions
HUMAN FACTORS: Mental Concentration, Sitting, Standing, and Tight Work Schedule.
In addition, the ability to travel by automobile and/or commercial air carrier both domestically and internationally may be required.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit via Academic Jobs Online:
1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum Vitae
3) Research Statement
4) Publication List
5) Three Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at the AJO site).
For general information about this position, please contact Dr. Alex Drlica-Wagner at kadrlica@fnal.gov.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
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