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Postdoc: Time-Domain Astrophysics & Instrumentation

Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian

The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian (CfA) invites applications for a 2027 Postdoctoral Appointment in Time-Domain Astrophysics and/or Instrumentation with Dr. Danielle Frostig at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) in Cambridge, MA. The postdoc will build a program spanning time-domain science and instrument development, working on Boombox, future infrared imagers, and WINTER. Responsibilities include science planning for rapid-response strategies, leading Boombox and #J-18808-Ljbffr Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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