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| Flatiron Research Fellow, Center for Computational Astrophysics | Closing date: 2026-12-31
Contact: Simons Foundation |
| Applications are invited for postdoctoral research positions as Flatiron Research Fellows (FRF) at the Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA). The CCA offers FRFs the opportunity for independent research in areas that have strong synergy with the CCA or other centers at the Flatiron Institute. | | ▸ more | Flatiron Research Fellow, Center for Computational Astrophysics
Description
Applications are invited for postdoctoral research positions as Flatiron Research Fellows (FRF) at the Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA). The CCA offers FRFs the opportunity for independent research in areas that have strong synergy with the CCA or other centers at the Flatiron Institute.
Flatiron Research Fellows are expected to carry out an active research program that is independently directed and is encouraged to involve substantial collaboration with other members of the CCA or Flatiron Institute.
FRF positions are generally two-year appointments that can be renewed for a third year, contingent on continued performance. These positions will be based in our New York City offices, with anticipated start dates between late August and early October 2027.
Qualifications
Education
* Applicants are required to have or receive before their appointment a PhD in a related field.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
* Ability to do original research in astrophysics
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Ability to present research and other types of work, internally and externally
* Effective oral and written communication and data documentation
* Intellectual connections to projects in which the CCA is involved (if relevant)
* Expertise in technical elements of computational astrophysics research, which may include but are not limited to: algorithm and software development; application or development of computational or statistical methods; data analysis; modeling; statistics and machine learning; scientific simulation; or theoretical astrophysics.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
* The full-time annual compensation for this position is $95,000.
* In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
Application Instructions
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
* Curriculum Vitae with bibliography (Required)
* Research statement of no more than three pages (including figures but not including list of references) describing the applicant's past work, proposed research program, and potential synergies with activities at CCA (Required)
* Three (3) letters of recommendation submitted confidentially by the letter writers via Interfolio prior to the application due date (Required)
* Cover letter (optional)
Deadline: All application materials (including letters) must be received by October 31, 2026
Selection Criteria: Applicants must have a PhD in a related field or expect to receive their PhD before the start of the appointment.
To apply, please visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/193381
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