2027 Data, Instrumentation, and Astrophysical Research Postdoctoral Fellowship
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Data, Instrumentation and Astrophysical Research at the Trottier Institute for Research on Exoplanets and the Observatoire du Mont-Mégantic. For more information, see our website:
Apply here https://forms.gle/PTGnGoXoDsUoDnMo9 before Dec 15th, 11:59PM (Eastern time).
Description
The successful candidate is expected to play a leading role at a level of 50% of their time in instrument development, data pipeline development, data analysis, and simulation tools. We are also seeking a candidate with solid experience in astrophysical research. The successful candidate may use 50% of their time to conduct independent research programs.
Eligibility requirements:
A Ph.D. in physics, astronomy or related discipline is required at the time when the position starts, ideally with a strong background in the development of complex data pipelines and/or instrumentation for precision radial velocity (pRV) instruments.
All areas of research related to exoplanets, related fields of astrophysics and astronomical instrumentation are eligible.
Preference will be given to applicants within 3 years of obtaining their Ph.D. Applicants with career interruptions resulting from parental, medical or family leaves, or other causes are invited to mention these in their cover letter if so desired.
Location
The position is held at the Université de Montréal. The researcher will work on-site at the MIL campus located at 1375 ave Thérère-Lavoie-Roux in Montreal, or using a combination of remote work and on-site work.
Starting Date
The successful applicant is expected to start between May and September 2027.
Duration
The position is for two years, renewable for a third year subject to performance and availability of funds.
Conditions
The remuneration includes an annual salary of CAD 65,000 (full-time), maximum research funds of CAD 10,000 per year (for travel, publication, etc.), and a one-time allowance of up to CAD 2,000 for moving expenses to Montreal.
Postdoctoral fellows are part of SERUM-POSTDOC (the union of postdoctoral fellows of UdeM for postdoctoral fellows), and a collective agreement governs their working conditions. A full-time employee works between 35 and 40 hours per week. They are entitled to 23 vacation days. They are also entitled to several holidays and social leaves, including parental leave.
The Postdoctoral Fellow Guide at the Université de Montréal contains additional relevant information about postdoctoral positions.
Application
To apply, fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/2YLf9hTDEi4n3JSj7. If you encounter an issue with the form, you can also send your application to nathalie@astro.umontreal.ca.
Your application must include, in a single PDF file:
(optional) A cover letter (maximum 1 page)
A statement of research interest (maximum 2 pages, including figures; references can be added on a 3rd page)
A 1-page statement describing your experience in instrument development, data pipeline development, data analysis, simulation tools, or any other skills relevant to this fellowship's service work
A curriculum vitae including a list of publications: please clearly distinguish between peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed articles.
You should also arrange to have three referees send a letter of reference to nathalie@astro.umontreal.ca before the deadline. Please ask your referees to adopt the format ApplicantName_RefLastName_Rec_IREx.pdf
Deadline
Applications submitted by December 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. This position will, however, remain open until filled.
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