Assistant Researcher Position in Physics & Astronomy (Galactic Center Science) Apply now to Assistant Researcher Position in Physics & Astronomy (Galactic Center Science) Job #JPF09494
PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY / L&S Physical Sciences / UCLA
Position overview
Salary range: The posted UC salary scales [https://apo.ucla.edu/compensation/salary-scales] set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13B [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t13-b.pdf] Represented Professional Research Series The salary range for this position is $87,100-$102,900. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
Application Window
Open date: June 11, 2024
Next review date: Monday, Jul 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Monday, Jul 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
Position description
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at UCLA seeks applications for a full-time (100%) Assistant Researcher in the area of Galactic Center science. Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or a related field and a demonstrated background in the methodology building of the HST-Gaia reference frame as well as the kinematics of the Nuclear Star Cluster. The position will involve dynamical modeling of the NCS and incorporation of JWST astrometry. Candidates should provide: a curriculum vita; a statement of research interests; a publication list; a statement of contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion; and complete a reference check authorization release form. The deadline for applications is July 15, 2024.The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13B Represented Professional Research Series (ucop.edu).The salary range for this position is $87,100-$102,900. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Ph.D. in Astronomy or a related field
Demonstrated background in the methodology building of the HST-Gaia reference frame as well as the kinematics of the Nuclear Star Cluster
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Research Interests
Bibliography - Your most recent publication list
Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQ (https://ucla.app.box.com/v/edi-statement-faqs) document.
Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form (https://ucla.app.box.com/s/8awvkn4szd0u3l20zs325lon1r560qj6)
Cover Letter (Optional)
Reference requirementsNo references are required at this timeApply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09494 Help contact: [email protected] UCLA 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. 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://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/files/apm/apm-035.pdf.For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.Job location Los Angeles, CA