Part-Time Research Assistant - Astronomy Department

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics is seeking applicants for the part-time job of Research Assistant for the summer.


Job duties to include:

• Working with large astronomical catalogs and imaging data sets from JWST

• Statistical analysis using large samples of high-redshift galaxies, specifically with the two-point correlation function (2PCF).

• Writing well-documented statistical analysis code in Python while producing publication-quality figures.

• Interpreting observational results by comparing with cutting-edge theories for galaxy formation and evolution.

The selected candidate will be expected to attend weekly meetings throughout the summer to discuss their progress and next steps for the project. The selected candidate will be expected to create short presentations and written summaries to communicate their science results.


Schedule:

• Expected hours will be approximately 40 hours/week for 5 weeks.

Compensation:

• The starting rate for this job is $15/hour.

The selected candidate will report to Dr. Jakob Helton. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.


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