1 Post-Doc/Visiting Scientist - Physics - 521177 Job in Tuscaloosa, AL
The University of Alabama is Hiring a Post-Doc/Visiting Scientist - Physics - 521177 Near Tuscaloosa, AL
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Non Classified - Grade NA
Department/Organization: 204461 - Physics
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Job Summary: Under the direction of a senior faculty member who serves as a mentor for the postdoctoral appointee, The Postdoctoral Fellow provides for an internship and continuation of scholarly activity and research after achieving the Ph.D. or other doctoral degree.
Additional Department Summary: The successful candidate will work with Dr. Chao-Chin Yang in astrophysical research of mutual interests. Specifically, he is interested in utilizing computer simulations and/or theoretical analyses to investigate dynamical processes in protoplanetary disks around a young star as well as the implications of these processes to planet formation, observations of protoplanetary disks, and the Solar System.
The term of the appointment will be initially two years, with a potential extension of a third year. Inquiries about this position can be directed to Dr. Yang at ccyang@ua.edu.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate. Additional qualifications based on assignment.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: The applicant should have obtained a Ph.D. in astronomy, planetary sciences, or a closely related field by the date of hire.
Please attach the following under appropriate tabs: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) research statement no more than four pages excluding reference list, and (3) names and contact information of three professional references. Although being accepted until the position is filled, applications submitted by December 3, 2023, will receive full consideration.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with research experiences in protoplanetary disks, planet formation, and/or theoretical/computational astrophysics are encouraged to apply.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
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Full Time
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$69k-87k (estimate)
05/11/2024
08/19/2024
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TUSCALOOSA, AL
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