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Postdoctoral Researcher - Radio Astronomy Laboratory, UC Berkeley

Position overview
Salary range: The UC postdoc salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t23.pdf . A reasonable estimate for this position is $60,000 -$71,952.

Percent time: 100

Anticipated start: 10/1/2024

Position duration: 2 years initial appointment

Application Window
Open date: August 23, 2023

Next review date: Friday, Dec 8, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Aug 22, 2024 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 Radio Astronomy Laboratory at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher, for research projects directed by Professor Aaron Parsons. Research in the lab addresses the electromagnetic design, modeling, and optimization of radio antennas for measuring the cosmic 21cm signal from cosmic reionization.

The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to work collaboratively with a research team to design and model radio antennas that meet the specifications of the EIGSEP experiment. The candidate will also be assisting with experiment design, data analyses, and the preparation of research for publication. In addition, the postdoctoral researcher will play a lead role in the supervision of young research participants. Furthermore, they will be responsible for organizing and leading field deployments for testing antenna performance against simulations.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and optimizing the EIGSEP experiment and specifications
• Assisting with data analysis and the preparation of research for publication
• May be responsible for supervising undergraduate and graduate students in research and purchasing equipment
• Will be responsible for leading field deployments of the EIGSEP experiment

Division: https://vcresearch.berkeley.edu/research-unit/radio-astronomy-laboratory

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
PhD (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a PhD (or equivalent international degree) program.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• No more than three years of post-degree research experience by start date.
• PhD (or equivalent international degree)

Preferred qualifications

• Candidates should have a strong background in electromagnetic modeling with standard commercial software packages (e.g. CST, FEKO, WIPLD, or similar).
• At least 2 years of coursework in astrophysics or electrical engineering
• A strong background in programming and software engineering
• Experience with machine-learning frameworks and parameter optimization
• Experience with GPU programming frameworks
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley (for additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity).
• Statement of Research - 2-3 page statement of research interests and future plans.
  (Optional)
• Publications List (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

letters of reference will only be solicited for finalists

Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04111

Help contact: ajoga@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley 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 complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location
Berkeley, CA


To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04111