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Postdoc - UCSB Physics Department (Exoplanets)/Bowler Research Group
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: December 19, 2024
Next review date: Friday, Jan 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Physics Department at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for 1-2 postdoctoral research positions in Prof. Brendan Bowler’s research group to collaborate on observational studies broadly related to exoplanet discovery, formation, and characterization. Specific topics include astrometry of planets with Gaia, high-contrast imaging with the James Webb Space Telescope, variability monitoring of substellar companions, stellar obliquities, and observations of circumplanetary disks. Applicants with experience in any of these or related research areas are encouraged to apply.
The successful applicant will have access to facilities through University of California Observatories, which include Keck Observatory and Lick Observatory. These telescopes host a number of new and upcoming instruments designed for high-contrast adaptive optics imaging, high-dispersion spectroscopy, and precision radial velocities. There will also be opportunities to advise undergraduate or graduate students. Santa Barbara is a vibrant city with excellent weather allowing for year-round outdoor activities.
Candidates are expected to be willing to take on new projects, work independently, learn new skills, and contribute positively to departmental culture.
The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed all requirements for Ph.D. (or equivalent), except the dissertation, at the time of application. The Ph.D. is expected to be in the fields of Physics, Astronomy, or closely related field.
The candidate must have received their Ph.D. in the fields of Physics, Astronomy, or closely related field by the time the appointment begins.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Please include your list of publications at the end of your CV.
Statement of Research - Your Statement of Research must include your current and future research interests.
- 3 letters of reference required
Please enter the contact information for your references (name, email address, phone number) and then trigger a solicitation in the system for the letters of recommendation.
Help contact: erickajames@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.