Associate Research Scientist

Columbia University invites applications for an Associate Research Scientist position in the Columbia Astrophysics Laboratory (CAL), where the successful candidate will join the group of Professor Marcel Agüeros. The object of this project is to examine archival and new X-ray observations made with the XMM-Newton observatory of two open clusters so as to measure coronal activity in stars in these two clusters, and to combine these measurements with rotation period catalogs to examine the dependence of this activity on rotation. The appointment will be initially for one year with the possibility of renewal for up to one additional year, contingent upon the availability of funds and mutual satisfaction. Questions regarding this position can be addressed to Professor Agüeros at [email protected]. The institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants will receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation at no cost. Applications will only be considered after all of the material has been received. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The application deadline is February 22, 2025. Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran Employer.