Postdoc: Space Instrument Modeling & Digital Twin

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inside higher edBerkeley (CA)

Astronomers Space Research and Technology

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$66,737 per year

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About the role

A leading educational institution is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop forward modeling software for a new astronomical spectrograph. Applicants should hold a PhD in physics or astrophysics and possess strong programming skills, preferably in Python. The position offers a salary range of $66,737–$74,425 and requires full-time dedication. Applications are accepted until October 31, 2025, with an anticipated start date in Fall 2025.

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