• Reduce, process, and analyze JWST NIRSpec/IFU spectroscopic data for the Firefly Sparkle project using Python, including spectral extraction, calibration, and emission-line analysis of the lensed star clusters and host galaxy.

• Develop, document, and test Python analysis code (e.g. spectral fitting, SED modeling, photometric comparison) and maintain reproducible analysis notebooks for the research group.

• Conduct literature review and prepare weekly research-group presentations; attend and present updates at weekly collaboration meetings.

• Contribute to the preparation and writing of scientific publications and figures arising from the project.

• Help coordinate research-group activities, including setting the agenda for weekly group meetings and supporting other group-related tasks for Prof. Mowla.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Arts in Physics/Astronomy

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer’s sponsorship now or in the future

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in scientific programming with Python (including standard astronomy/data libraries such as NumPy, Astropy, and Matplotlib).

• Foundational knowledge of astronomy/astrophysics and a strong interest in observational data analysis; ability to read and synthesize scientific literature.

• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver presentations at group and collaboration meetings.

• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team.

Schedule:

This is a full-time, one-year, fixed-term position. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 35 hours per week.

Salary:

The pay range for this role is $18.00 - $23.00 an hour

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