| Job Description: |
A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in stars, including, e.g., stellar physics, stellar evolution, stellar characterization, stellar populations, or similar, to work with Dr. Jamie Tayar in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida to begin in Fall 2025. Applicants are encouraged to include plans on how they will benefit from and utilize some of the group, department, and university resources, including membership in the SDSS-V and ASAS-SN collaborations, HiPerGator supercomputer, and/or UF telescope access. The ability to connect with other researchers in the department will also be considered positively.
The applicant must have completed a PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field by the appointment date. This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon conduct and strong performance, may be renewed for up to two additional years (three years total).
UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 7th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2025 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of the posting.
A complete application includes: (1) a cover letter, (2) a short (limited to four pages) statement of scientific interests, (3) a CV including list of publications, (4) and the names and email addresses of three references. After initial review, an email will be sent to your references requesting them to upload their confidential letters of recommendation to the submission packet for selected applicants.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 7, 2025. 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 hiring authority. For additional information or specific questions, please email Jamie Tayar (jtayar@ufl.edu).
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).
The Department of Astronomy is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.
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