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Postdoctoral Fellow

American Museum of Natural History
United States, New York, New York
200 Central Park W (Show on map)
Jul 23, 2025
Postdoctoral Fellow

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Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow
Department Astrophysics - 003
Position Summary
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Museum's Astrophysics department is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow to advance the scientific content of substellar mass objects.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Use data from the James Webb Space Telescope from a number of programs to differentiate atmospheric conditions.
  • Perform retrievals on current data of low-temperature brown dwarfs.


The expected salary for the Postdoctoral Fellow is $72,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications

  • Defended PhD in astronomy, physics or another closely related field, with graduation by the start of employment.
  • Fluency in Python language.
  • Familiarity with GitHub or similar tools/platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PhD in astronomy or physics.
  • Experience working with James Webb Space Telescope data.
  • Experience performing spectroscopic retrievals.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.

Category Full-Time/Term
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period
Union Status Non-Union
FLSA Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $72,000/annual
Expected Salary Maximum $72,000/annual
EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4500

Posting Detail Information




Posting Number GS901P
Open Date 07/23/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



  1. *
    Have you defended a PhD in astronomy, physics or another closely related field, and will you have graduated by the start of employment (approximately September 2025)?

    • Yes
    • No


  2. *
    Are you fluent in Python language?

    • Yes
    • No


  3. *
    Are you familiar with GitHub or similar tools/platforms?

    • Yes
    • No




Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter


Optional Documents

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