Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stellar Astrophysics
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The Department of Astrophysics and Planetary Science will start reviewing applications on March 1, 2023, but will keep accepting applications until the position is filled.
All applicants must apply online and complete a faculty profile. Applications must include:
All applicants must apply online and complete a faculty profile. Applications must include:
- A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
- A current and complete resume/curriculum vitae.
- A research statement.
- A teaching statement.
- A statement of commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
- Two letters of recommendation, the system will request the letters directly from the references when appropriate in the process.
If the applicant wishes to submit any other supporting documents, they may submit them online in conjunction with the application.
Posting Details
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Posting Details (Default Section)
Posting Number: | 20231007F |
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Position Title: | Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stellar Astrophysics |
Position Type: | Faculty |
Location: | Villanova, PA |
Recruitment Type: | Internal/External Applicants |
Work Schedule: | full-time/12-months |
Department: | 182-Astronomy and Planetary Science |
Position Summary: | Villanova University’s Department of Astrophysics and Planetary Science invites applications for the Mendel postdoctoral research fellowship. The Mendel fellowship is a flagship postdoctoral opportunity for the candidates seeking to stay in academia. The fellowship provides training and development in all three areas of academic life: research, teaching and service. A successful applicant will join Andrej Prsa’s research team and work on cutting-edge theoretical and observational aspects of binary and multiple stellar populations. In parallel, the applicant will teach an undergraduate core science course/lab to non-STEM majors, where the stress is on incorporating four critical components in a meaningful way: problem solving, laboratory experience, technology and quantitative tools, and interdisciplinary understanding. Finally, the applicant will join the Departmental ecosphere and participate in shaping the future of research and education at Villanova. The Mendel postdoctoral fellowship is a 2-year appointment, with the possibility of extending it for another year. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. |
Duties and Responsibilities: | A successful applicant will be expected to:
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Special Message to Applicants: | The Department of Astrophysics and Planetary Science will start reviewing applications on March 1, 2023, but will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. All applicants must apply online and complete a faculty profile. Applications must include:
If the applicant wishes to submit any other supporting documents, they may submit them online in conjunction with the application. |
Posting Date: | 02/21/2023 |
Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | 05/01/2023 |
Salary Posting Information: | Competitive |
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Job Classification: | faculty |
References Needed
References Needed
Minimum Number of References Needed | 2 |
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Maximum Number of References Needed | 2 |
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- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Contribution to DEI
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