Postdoctoral Researcher Or Senior Postdoctoral Researcher (Time-Domain Astrophysics - Supernovae & Gamma-Ray Bursts)

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher or Senior Postdoctoral Researcher (Time-domain Astrophysics- Supernovae & Gamma-ray Bursts)

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM Science- PA - Multimessenger Astrophysics (Eric Burns (00065415))

Work Location:

0335 J.W. Nicholson Hall

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

Applicants are sought for a postdoctoral researcher or senior postdoctoral position at Louisiana State University to work in the area of time-domain astrophysics, with a focus on supernovae and gamma-ray bursts. The researcher will work in Professor Eric Burns's group, whose focus ranges among time domain astronomy, development of future high-energy space-based missions, and software and theoretical development to support these efforts. We anticipate the position will have an initial appointment period of 2 years. Robust funding for travel and other needs is available.

Responsibilities: The postdoc will contribute to the work of the InterPlanetary Network, as well as an integrated multiwavelength transient discovery and classification machine centered on Rubin. This includes development of software to support these efforts, scientific analysis of relevance to these systems, as well as assisting observational results from the discoveries enabled by these efforts. The ideal candidate will pursue research which integrates data from multiple facilities and utilizes multiphysics theory and simulation for robust interdisciplinary results. The postdoc is expected to regularly present their research, submit papers to peer reviewed journals, assist in writing proposals for funding and telescope time, engage with the larger group including assist with mentoring of students, and participate in wider department activities. Senior Postdoctoral will lead observational results, write proposals and mentor students.

Minimum qualifications: (Both) PhD in astrophysics or related field. (Senior level) 3 years of related experience.

Preferred qualifications: Experience in software development, time-domain science, transient reporting, and interdisciplinary analysis.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach ALL documents under the Resume/CV section of your application. Provide a cover letter, CV, statement of research interest including relevant experience in software development, time-domain science, transient reporting, and interdisciplinary analysis and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Eric Burns at 225-578-2741 or ericburns@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

October 24, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 1, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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HCM Contact Information:

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