Postdoctoral Research Associate I, High-Contrast Astronomy (Multiple Positions) (updated)

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, High-Contrast Astronomy (Multiple Positions) (updated) Please Note: The number of openings for this position has been updated from two to three. The University of Arizona (UA) Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory (SO) invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Associates interested in research related to direct imaging of exoplanets and debris disks. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with faculty, including Ewan Douglas, within Steward Observatory and the Center for Astronomical Adaptive Optics on high‑contrast imaging, debris disk science, and laboratory work demonstrating high‑contrast technologies on the vacuum Space Coronagraph Optical Bench (SCoOB). Projects also include coronagraphic image post‑processing for existing and future space telescopes, simulation of coronagraphs for the Roman Coronagraph, and future missions to image exoplanets such as the Habitable Worlds Observatory. Multiple positions are expected to be available with start dates ranging from September 2025 to May 2026. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more. Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with faculty and scholars to develop and implement research initiatives, collaborations, publications, and events relevant to research agendas. Integrate into the department's scientific community and support a scholarly environment in research, mentoring, and service. Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must have completed a Ph.D. upon hire. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in a physical science or engineering field. Experience in high‑contrast imaging data reduction. Experience in exoplanet and/or debris disk science. Experience building, operating, or testing astronomical instruments or telescopes on the ground or in space. Experience contributing to open‑source software or hardware projects. Experience with technical communication. Location and Contact Steward Observatory, Tucson Campus, Tucson, AZ USA For questions, contact Carli Chmara (View email address on click.appcast.io). #J-18808-Ljbffr Phase2 Technology