Postdoctoral Research in Extrasolar Planet Detection and/or Planet Formation Theory
The University of Florida's Astronomy Department invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will collaborate with Eric Ford on research relating to extrasolar planets and/or planet formation. Possible research programs include formation and evolution of planetary systems, statistical analyses of planetary systems and planet searches, and observational techniques for studying planetary systems. The successful applicant will be encouraged to develop new initiatives in-line with their own research interests and to participate in the department's intellectual activities. Closely related research at UF currently includes exoplanet searches, planetary dynamics, star formation, planetary atmospheres, and instrumentation. UF has deployed a large computer cluster and is a partner in the 10.4m Gran Telescopio Canarias Observatory.
Position includes a competitive salary, health benefits, and research funds. The anticipated start date is Fall 2008. The appointment is is renewable annually based on satisfactory performance, needs of the Department and College, and available funding. Ph.D. in relevant field by starting date required.
Interested applicants should submit a CV, publications list, summary
statement of research accomplishments, interests and plans, and names
and email addresses of three references. Candidates are responsible for
ensuring that their references send a letter of recommendation directly.
All application materials should be mailed or emailed to Eric Ford
(
). For full consideration, applications
should be received no later than January 4, 2008. Women and
underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution
Email submissions/inquiries:
Postal addreess for submissions:
Prof. Eric B. Ford
University of Florida
211 Bryant Space Science Center
P.O. Box 112055
Gainesville, FL 32611
United States
Further Information is avaliable at:
Last updated: October 18, 2007
Created: October 18, 2007
