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Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Protoplanetary Disks and Planet Formation
Job Summary
Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
Columbia University
Department
Columbia Astrophysics Laboratory
Number of Positions Available
1
Duration
1 Year
Could the duration be extended?
Yes
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
New York City, NY
United States
Job Description
The Department of Astronomy at Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position to work with Professor Jane Huang. Current research topics in the Huang group include environmental influences on protoplanetary disks and planet formation, disk chemistry, disk substructures, and planet-disk interactions. The ideal candidate will have experience and interest in observations or modelling relevant to one or more of these areas. The initial appointment is for one year, with possibility of renewal for two additional years contingent upon satisfactory performance. Note that Columbia University limits the total duration of postdoctoral appointments, including previous appointments at other institutions, to five years. The expected start date is Sept. 1, 2026, but the date is negotiable. A Ph.D. in Astronomy or a related field is required by the start date. Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran Employer.
Compensation and Benefits
Currency
467
Compensation Range
$73,000USD to $78,000USD
Included Benefits
Benefits included are those associated with benefits for Officers of Research at Columbia University. For detailed information, go to https://humanresources.columbia.edu/benefits
Compensation Notes
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Application Details
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a one-page cover letter, a CV (including a list of publications), and a three-page statement of research experience and interests. All material should be sent directly to [email protected], with the subject line “Postdoctoral application.” In addition, the applicant should arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the writer to [email protected], with the name of the applicant in the subject line. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Publication Start Date
2025 Nov 12
Application Deadline
2025 Dec 22