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Staff Associate, Postdoctoral Researcher in Star Formation and Magnetic Fields - Worcester State University

Worcester State University -
Worcester, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 a year

Benefits

401(a)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Academic research projects
Doctor of Philosophy
Research data analysis

Full Job Description

Location: Worcester, MA Category: Administrators Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Fri Jun 6 2025 Job Description:

OFFICIAL TITLE: Staff Associate, Postdoctoral Researcher in Star Formation and Magnetic Fields
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Assistant Professor (Ian Stephens) and/or Dean for the School of Science, Technology, and Health
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

General Statement of Duties: The Staff Associate, Postdoctoral Researcher in Star Formation and Magnetic Fields will conduct research in collaboration with Dr. Ian Stephens at Worcester State University (WSU). The incumbent will work with data from the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). Part of the funding is to build a single, unified dataset of all HAWC+ polarization data for star-forming regions. Other funds will be used to analyze HAWC+ polarization data to understand the magnetic fields of specific regions in the Gould Belt. Funding is available for 2 years, with a third year possible if more funding is secured. The WSU postdoc will also have an opportunity to collaborate at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian. The preferred start date is September, but other start dates are possible as well.

Responsibilities:

(E) = Essential

(E) Conducts research at Worcester State University.
(E) Compares observations with models to interpret the role of magnetic fields in forming stars within a galaxy's magnetized spiral potential.
(E) Maintains regular communication with WSU supervisor(s).
(E) Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the research project.
(E) Demonstrates civility and professional, customer-service oriented behavior, worthy of emulation by other staff and students.
(E) Responsible for contributing to the WSU Strategic Plan through research activities.
(E) Responsible for contributing to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action objectives through research activities.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field, conferred by date of appointment
Ability to successfully conduct research and analyze data.
Ability to travel to each work site, as necessary.
Ability to successfully pass a thorough background check and CORI check.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Research experience in star formation.
Research experience in polarimetry.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, grant-funded, benefited, exempt, professional Non-Unit position. The firm annual salary for this position is $65,000, commensurate with relevant professional experience and education. Funding for this position is available for 2 years, with a third year possible if more funding is secured.

Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.

Worcester State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

a choice of 8 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options
a choice of pension or 401(a), and supplemental plan retirement options
life insurance up to 8x the annual salary
long-term disability coverage
dental insurance
20 vacation days accrued per year
15 sick days accrued per year
5 personal days per year
paid holidays
tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children
and more...

We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

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