Postdoctoral Research Associate of Physics and Astronomy-Stellar Astrophysics with ULTRASAT

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or be nearing completion) or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. The successful applicant will possess sufficient specialist knowledge in Astrophysics to develop the following: research objectives, projects, and methodologies and publish peer-reviewed journal articles, be able to work collaboratively within the research group of Professor Mukremin Kilic, be able to make presentations at conferences and other events, and supervise the work of others as required.

The Astrophysics group at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar to work with Dr. Mukremin Kilic on numerous projects focused on stellar astrophysics with ULTRASAT, white dwarfs, and related objects. Fellows are expected to conduct independent research that will support the activities of the Working Group 5 on Stars, Stellar Structure and Evolution. The successful candidate will have access to the Apache Point Observatory 3.5m telescope and the University of Oklahoma\'s supercomputer – Schooner. 

Applicants should have completed requirements for a relevant PhD before the start date. This full-time position is for up to 3 years (2 years initial appointment 1 year renewal with satisfactory performance). The start date for the appointment is flexible, so please indicate a potential start date in your application.  There is ample funding for computing resources and travel, and there will also be the opportunity to gain experience in mentoring, outreach, and other departmental activities.