{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a7f5caa6c66bf44b7bfc9dae","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7f5caa6c66bf44b7bfc9dae","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7f5caa6c66bf44b7bfc9dae","title":"CosmicAI Post Doctoral Research Associate at NSF NOIRLab","description":"The National Science Foundation (NSF)-Simons CosmicAI Institute seeks to hire a postdoctoral fellow to conduct research on active galactic nuclei and their host galaxies. The fellow, based at NSF NOIRLab, will contribute to multi-wavelength data curation and analysis, and collaborate with CosmicAI researchers to facilitate the application of cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies.\nThe NSF-Simons AI Institute for Cosmic Origins (CosmicAI) advances transformative AI to make astronomy data more accessible to researchers, students, and the public. Through partnerships with universities (UT Austin, UVA, Utah, UCLA, NYU), national facilities (NSF NRAO, NSF NOIRLab), nonprofits, and industry, CosmicAI develops trustworthy, efficient, and explainable AI tools to accelerate research and discoveries about our cosmic origins. NSF NOIRLab is the U.S. center for ground-based, nighttime optical and infrared astronomy. As a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), it supports programs like Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC to drive breakthroughs in astrophysics through advanced observatories and data services.\nThe CosmicAI NOIRLab postdoctoral fellow will lead a project on the analysis of data spanning photometry, images, and spectra from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) as well as model predictions to decipher evolutionary trends of active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies. This work will be carried out in close collaboration with CosmicAI team members Stéphanie Juneau (NOIRLab), Robert Nikutta (NOIRLab) and Adam Bolton (SLAC National Lab). CosmicAI fellows have full access to Institute facilities and equipment (e.g., world-class computational resources at the Texas Advanced Computing Center, including Vista, a recently commissioned 600 GPU node cluster) and routinely collaborate with Institute members across all sites to facilitate the development of their research programs. Through NOIRLab’s institutional partnership with SLAC, the fellow will also have the opportunity to collaborate with major Department of Energy-funded scientific AI initiatives.\nCosmicAI fellows at NSF NOIRLab will be expected to spend 50% of their time on institute-related research efforts (e.g., data curation, evaluation, example research workflows), with the remaining 50% available for independent research; ideally, there will be substantial overlap between the two. The CosmicAI Fellowship appointment will be awarded initially for a two-year period that is renewable for a third year, subject to performance and funding considerations.\nWho you are:\nYou have a PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field.\nExperience with modern machine learning / deep learning techniques and software packages.\nEstablished record of independent research.\nResearch expertise in extragalactic astronomy such as active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies.\nCommitted to broadly sharing scientific findings and software development with the astronomy community.\nProficiency working with a geographically distributed, multi-disciplinary team.\nPreferred Skills\nPrevious experience with multi-wavelength astronomical data curation and data analysis.\nExperience with spectroscopic data and very large datasets.\nExperience with high-performance or high throughput computing (HPC/HTC).\nCompetency Summary\nExcellent communication skills, including both presentations and writing scientific papers.\nExport Control Compliance Notice:\nThis position involves access to materials that are subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Pursuant to these regulations, only U.S. persons (as defined in the regulations) are eligible. A \"U.S. person\" includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or person granted asylum or refugee status. Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled technology as defined by U.S. law.\nLocation\nFlexible, preferably onsite or hybrid in the Tucson, AZ office. Remote options may be considered for candidates in states where AURA is registered as an employer.\nWork Environment\nThis position operates in a professional office environment and routinely utilizes standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and copiers. The work environment is generally quiet and may involve working in close proximity to others, depending on the needs of the specific function.\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.\nOccasional need to move about inside the office environment to access files, office tools, attendance in a meeting room, etc.\nConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity tools that require fine motor skills, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.\nMay occasionally need to position self to maintain computer and related tools.\nSeldomly needed to move objects up to 10 pounds.\nConstant communication with other individuals. Must be able to discern and exchange information as appropriate to the situation.\nConstant need to distinguish, discern, and identify a variety of objects and fine details with accuracy.\nSome travel may be necessary in or outside the contiguous United States including travel to the various observatory sites (Arizona, Chile and Hawai`i).\nOccasional work at high elevation summit sites may be required (summit elevations range from 6,800 feet to 14,000 feet).\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required by personnel so classified.\nThis Institute promotes Equal Employment Opportunity workplace that includes reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified, disabled applicants and employees.\nSalary Range\n$50,000 - $73,000 annually. The final salary will depend on skills, qualification, and experience.\nAURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at Benefits by Location - Aura Human Resources.\nHow to Apply\nApply by Friday, December 5, 2025 ***Monday, January 12, 2026*** for priority consideration. This position will remain open until it is filled. Please submit the documents listed below, PDF files preferred, name any attachments with the following format: LastName DocName.\nCover letter describing why you are interested in this position. The letter should describe how your skills and experience match the position and qualifications described above as well as your scientific interests in time domain astronomy.\nCurriculum Vitae & Publication List.\nSummary of past research and technical experience (maximum 3 pages), including any data science or astronomical data analysis work relevant to this position.\nA list of three references (names, affiliations, email addresses) who could write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.\nPlease note that if selected, letters will be due by January 30, 2026.\nIndividuals needing assistance with the employment process can request assistance at talent@aura-astronomy.org.","company":"Assn Of Univ For Res In Astronomy","rawCompany":"assn of univ for res in astronomy","city":"Tucson","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T15:38:42.399Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2011.00","title":"Astronomers","slug":"astronomers"},{"code":"15-1221.00","title":"Computer and Information Research Scientists","slug":"computer-and-information-research-scientists"},{"code":"19-2099.00","title":"Physical Scientists, All Other","slug":"physical-scientists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CosmicAI Post Doctoral Research Associate at NSF NOIRLab","description":"The National Science Foundation (NSF)-Simons CosmicAI Institute seeks to hire a postdoctoral fellow to conduct research on active galactic nuclei and their host galaxies. The fellow, based at NSF NOIRLab, will contribute to multi-wavelength data curation and analysis, and collaborate with CosmicAI researchers to facilitate the application of cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies.\nThe NSF-Simons AI Institute for Cosmic Origins (CosmicAI) advances transformative AI to make astronomy data more accessible to researchers, students, and the public. Through partnerships with universities (UT Austin, UVA, Utah, UCLA, NYU), national facilities (NSF NRAO, NSF NOIRLab), nonprofits, and industry, CosmicAI develops trustworthy, efficient, and explainable AI tools to accelerate research and discoveries about our cosmic origins. NSF NOIRLab is the U.S. center for ground-based, nighttime optical and infrared astronomy. As a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), it supports programs like Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC to drive breakthroughs in astrophysics through advanced observatories and data services.\nThe CosmicAI NOIRLab postdoctoral fellow will lead a project on the analysis of data spanning photometry, images, and spectra from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) as well as model predictions to decipher evolutionary trends of active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies. This work will be carried out in close collaboration with CosmicAI team members Stéphanie Juneau (NOIRLab), Robert Nikutta (NOIRLab) and Adam Bolton (SLAC National Lab). CosmicAI fellows have full access to Institute facilities and equipment (e.g., world-class computational resources at the Texas Advanced Computing Center, including Vista, a recently commissioned 600 GPU node cluster) and routinely collaborate with Institute members across all sites to facilitate the development of their research programs. Through NOIRLab’s institutional partnership with SLAC, the fellow will also have the opportunity to collaborate with major Department of Energy-funded scientific AI initiatives.\nCosmicAI fellows at NSF NOIRLab will be expected to spend 50% of their time on institute-related research efforts (e.g., data curation, evaluation, example research workflows), with the remaining 50% available for independent research; ideally, there will be substantial overlap between the two. The CosmicAI Fellowship appointment will be awarded initially for a two-year period that is renewable for a third year, subject to performance and funding considerations.\nWho you are:\nYou have a PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field.\nExperience with modern machine learning / deep learning techniques and software packages.\nEstablished record of independent research.\nResearch expertise in extragalactic astronomy such as active galactic nuclei and/or their host galaxies.\nCommitted to broadly sharing scientific findings and software development with the astronomy community.\nProficiency working with a geographically distributed, multi-disciplinary team.\nPreferred Skills\nPrevious experience with multi-wavelength astronomical data curation and data analysis.\nExperience with spectroscopic data and very large datasets.\nExperience with high-performance or high throughput computing (HPC/HTC).\nCompetency Summary\nExcellent communication skills, including both presentations and writing scientific papers.\nExport Control Compliance Notice:\nThis position involves access to materials that are subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Pursuant to these regulations, only U.S. persons (as defined in the regulations) are eligible. A \"U.S. person\" includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or person granted asylum or refugee status. Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled technology as defined by U.S. law.\nLocation\nFlexible, preferably onsite or hybrid in the Tucson, AZ office. Remote options may be considered for candidates in states where AURA is registered as an employer.\nWork Environment\nThis position operates in a professional office environment and routinely utilizes standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and copiers. The work environment is generally quiet and may involve working in close proximity to others, depending on the needs of the specific function.\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.\nOccasional need to move about inside the office environment to access files, office tools, attendance in a meeting room, etc.\nConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity tools that require fine motor skills, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.\nMay occasionally need to position self to maintain computer and related tools.\nSeldomly needed to move objects up to 10 pounds.\nConstant communication with other individuals. Must be able to discern and exchange information as appropriate to the situation.\nConstant need to distinguish, discern, and identify a variety of objects and fine details with accuracy.\nSome travel may be necessary in or outside the contiguous United States including travel to the various observatory sites (Arizona, Chile and Hawai`i).\nOccasional work at high elevation summit sites may be required (summit elevations range from 6,800 feet to 14,000 feet).\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required by personnel so classified.\nThis Institute promotes Equal Employment Opportunity workplace that includes reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified, disabled applicants and employees.\nSalary Range\n$50,000 - $73,000 annually. The final salary will depend on skills, qualification, and experience.\nAURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at Benefits by Location - Aura Human Resources.\nHow to Apply\nApply by Friday, December 5, 2025 ***Monday, January 12, 2026*** for priority consideration. This position will remain open until it is filled. Please submit the documents listed below, PDF files preferred, name any attachments with the following format: LastName DocName.\nCover letter describing why you are interested in this position. The letter should describe how your skills and experience match the position and qualifications described above as well as your scientific interests in time domain astronomy.\nCurriculum Vitae & Publication List.\nSummary of past research and technical experience (maximum 3 pages), including any data science or astronomical data analysis work relevant to this position.\nA list of three references (names, affiliations, email addresses) who could write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.\nPlease note that if selected, letters will be due by January 30, 2026.\nIndividuals needing assistance with the employment process can request assistance at talent@aura-astronomy.org.","datePosted":"2026-07-16T15:38:42.399Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T15:38:42.399Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Assn Of Univ For Res In Astronomy","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Tucson","addressRegion":"AZ","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"a7f5caa6c66bf44b7bfc9dae"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7f5caa6c66bf44b7bfc9dae"}}