**Job Description**
The University of Arizona Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I interested in advancing spectroscopic studies of exoplanet atmospheres. The selected candidate will work within Prof. Daniel Apai’s research group, focusing on the modeling and interpretation of transiting exoplanet and host star data from JWST and the upcoming NASA Pandora SmallSat mission. This role involves correcting for host stellar heterogeneity impacts on observations and studying stellar contamination in transit spectra, while contributing to an equitable scholarly environment.
**Skills & Abilities**
• Research experience relevant to one or more of the following scientific areas: Exoplanet atmospheres, exoplanet demographics, stellar activity, time-resolved photometry/spectrophotometry, comparison of data and high-dimensionality models, stellar photospheres.
**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Astronomy
• Physics
• Astrophysics
• Related science
**Experience**
Other:
• Must have completed all the requirements for a Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Astrophysics, or related science at the time of hire.
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