NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Kawader Research Assistant Fellow position in High Energy Astrophysics within the research group of Prof. Gelfand.
Our Galaxy, the Milky Way, produces particles far more energetic than achievable on Earth.The successful candidate will analyze and interpret observational data related to high-energy phenomena in our Galaxy, including the evolution of massive stars, and search for new physics using neutron stars and ionized gas.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Joseph Gelfand and collaborate with researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi and internationally. This position provides hands-on experience in astrophysical data analysis, scientific computing, and collaborative research in a dynamic academic environment.
What the Program Offers
Full-time paid research position for up to 3 years
Mentorship by internationally recognized NYUAD faculty members
Professional development and academic training opportunities
Exposure to interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects
Support in preparing for graduate school applications
Research experience in high-energy astrophysics and data-driven science
Key Responsibilities
Analyze and interpret observational astrophysical data related to high-energy phenomena
Conduct research on topics including massive star evolution, neutron stars, and ionized gas
Apply computational methods and scientific programming to process and analyze data
Collaborate with research team members locally and internationally
Contribute to scientific reports, publications, and presentations
Supervision
This position is supervised by Prof. Joseph Gelfand.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field
Preferred:
Experience conducting astronomical research
Familiarity with Python programming language
Please submit the following materials:
CV
Statement of interest (1 page outlining motivation and research interests)
Transcript(s) of degree(s)
Two letters of recommendation or contact information of academic referees
For questions regarding the position, please contact nyuad.kawader@nyu.edu.
This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html
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