The Department of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill one postdoctoral scholar positions in computational relativistic astrophysics.
The successful candidate will work on the development of a new numerical relativity code for neutron star mergers and supernovae in collaboration with David Radice. This position requires a Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, astronomy, or a closely related field. Applications must be submitted electronically at this urlhttps://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Postdoctoral-Scholar--Computational-Relativistic-Astrophysics_REQ_0000006900-1 and include a cover letter, a CV, and a statement of research interests. Applicants should arrange for three recommendation letters to be submitted to dur566@psu.edumailto:dur566@psu.edu indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line. Applications received before December 1, 2020 will be given full consideration. The expected start date is September 1, 2021, although alternative start dates will also be considered. For more information, please visit https://www.gravity.psu.edu/. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with possibility of re-funding on a yearly basis for up to three years.
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Questions can be directed to Dr. David Radice (dur566@psu.edumailto:dur566@psu.edu).