Postdoctoral Fellow

Logo : Posting Number :

RTF00233PO25

USC Market Title : Post Doctoral Fellow

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 156387

Business Title (Internal Title) :

Postdoctoral Fellow

Campus : Columbia

Work County : Richland

College / Division :

College of Arts and Sciences

Department :

CAS Physics and Astronomy

Advertised Salary Range :

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

Work Schedule :

• Standard working schedule : 8 : 30am – 5 : 00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position :

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis : 12 months

Job Search Category :

Post-doctoral

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

South Carolina Retirement :

No

State Insurance Programs :

Yes

Annual Leave : Yes

Sick Leave : Yes

Advertised Job Summary :

The Postdoctoral Fellow will analyze observational data already collected by the Principal Investigator (PI), Enrique Lopez Rodriguez, using ALMA, SOFIA, VLA, and JWST. The Postdoctoral Fellow will obtain the structure and strength of the magnetic fields in the multi-phase interstellar and circumgalactic medium of starburst galaxies. This work is supported by the NASA Precursor Science award to guide the development of the next generation of far-infrared polarimeters by NASA.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience :

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Job Duty :

Contribute to the Extragalactic Magnetism Group led by Prof. Enrique Lopez Rodriguez. The postdoctoral fellow will analyze observational polarimetric data in infrared and radio wavelengths (i.e., ALMA, JWST, SOFIA, VLA, SKA) as well as other gas tracers (CO, HI, Halpha), taken with a variety of observatories (i.e., VLA, JWST). The ultimate goal is to characterize the evolution and role of magnetic fields and dust in nearby starburst galaxies.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Maintain accurate and detailed data records, prepare research progress reports, and share findings via meetings, conferences, and publications.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Assist with the supervision of students and coordinate efforts with other researchers in the Extragalactic Magnetism Group at USC.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Contribute to the preparation and submission of research grant and observing proposals.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Maintain an independent line of research, which will include formulating original research questions not directly linked with the main research topic of the postdoctoral position, developing and submitting observing proposals, analyzing observations, and disseminating findings through publications in high-impact astrophysical journals. The postdoctoral fellow is encouraged to identify opportunities for collaboration outside the USC research team by attending national and international meetings and contributing to grant writing as needed.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Hazardous weather category :

Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. :

No

Number of Vacancies :

Job Open Date :

10 / 21 / 2025

Job Close Date : 12 / 31 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Special Instructions to Applicant :

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs. Applications must include : (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement, and (4) the names and email addresses of at least 3 references. References will be contacted for letters upon application submission.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr. Enrique Lopez Rodriguez at LOPEZROE@mailbox.sc.edu .

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by December 31, 2025.

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 196547

EEO Statement :

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