Research Scientist in the Division of Science (Physics) - Dr. David Russell
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NYU Abu Dhabi seeks a Research Scientist to study accretion onto compact objects, focusing on black holes and neutron stars. The role involves developing astronomical data pipelines, analyzing multi-wavelength data, and publishing results.
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Responsibilities
- Write and test pipelines for astronomical data analysis
- Analyze multi wavelength astronomical data from black hole and neutron star X ray binaries and related objects
- Obtain new data of these sources
- Prepare publications based on the results
- Give presentations at international conferences and institutes/universities
- Work with members of the Accretion & Jets group and international collaborators
Requirements
- PhD or equivalent terminal degree
- At least 6 years of relevant experience in their field (not including years obtaining PhD)
- Extensive research and publication in well known journals and conference papers
- Experience with astronomical data pipelines
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
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Position Overview
- Professor Dave Russell at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Scientist to conduct studies in the area of accretion onto compact objects.
- Candidates with interest and experience in technical expertise related to coding and maintaining pipelines for optical imaging / photometric data analysis, are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Interest in the study of accreting black holes or neutron stars are also preferred.
- Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation, housing, home visits and educational subsidies for children, are offered.
Responsibilities
- In this role, you will write and test pipelines for astronomical data analysis, analyze multi wavelength astronomical data from black hole and neutron star X ray binaries and related objects, and obtain new data of these sources.
- This includes, but not limited to; preparing publications based on the results, giving presentations at international conferences and institutes/universities and working with members of the Accretion & Jets group of D. Russell at NYUAD, and international collaborators.
Qualifications
- Candidate must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience in their field (not including the years obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree) along with extensive research and publication in well known journals and conference papers or similar research
- In their role, these specialists are responsible for designing, managing, undertaking, and analyzing research will have experience with astronomical data pipelines, and extensive research and publications in well known journals.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
Application Instructions
- To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree/ copy of highest degree, research statement, and the names and contact information for three references, all in PDF format.
- Applications submitted by July 15, 2026 will be given full consideration.
- If you have any questions please email Dr. David Russell at dr124@nyu.edu
About NYU Abu Dhabi
- NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university.
- Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest ranked university in the UAE and MENA region.
- NYUAD has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship.
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