Post Baccalaureate-Physics, 10 week term at Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa

Job Description:

Job Title:

Post Baccalaureate-Physics, 10 week term

Department:

Physics

Job Summary:

The post-baccalaureate researcher will analyze data from state-of-the-art astronomical simulations to investigate the assembly history of low-mass galaxies. Responsibilities include processing and visualizing simulation outputs, generating databases for use by others, synthesizing relevant scientific literature, and documenting their work.


This is a Post-Baccalaureate fellowship, 10-week, full-time position. The rate of pay is $18 per hour. Key Responsibilities

• Write and test code to analyze simulated data


• Work with faculty and student collaborators


• Document process and results


• Synthesize astronomy literature and make connections to on-going research

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGEGrinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.



Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university


• Less than six months work experience


• Grinnell College graduates will be considered first


• Excellent time-management and task-prioritization skills


• Strong communication skills


• Able to work independently and also as a member of a team


• Organizational, planning, problem-solving and analytical skills


• Familiarity with programming and scientific data analysis


• Champions diversity, equity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Link to Job Description:

Physics Post Bacc

FLSA Category:

Non-Exempt

Staff/Faculty:

Staff

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Employment Category:

Term

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

S01151

Diversity Statement:

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.

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