The Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics (KIAA) at Peking University invites applications for a postdoctoral position to work with Prof. Luis Ho and Jinyi Shangguan and participate in the development and optimization of galaxy image analysis software for the Chinese Space Station Telescope (CSST) mission. The successful candidate will work in a vibrant international research environment and collaborate closely with local and international teams. The initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension based on performance and mutual agreement.
Responsibilities:
· Develop and optimize software tools for galaxy image analysis in the CSST survey;
· Analyze large-scale astronomical imaging data and contribute to algorithms for galaxy structural measurements;
· Support integration and maintenance of in-house software tools and explore high-performance computing solutions for data processing.
Qualifications:
1. PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field (completed or near completion);
2. Experience in galaxy science and familiarity with image analysis tools such as SExtractor, DS9, photutils, and Galfit; experience with large-sample image processing and analysis is preferred;
3. Strong programming skills in Python; experience with parallel computing and GPU programming is a plus;
4. Good communication and teamwork skills;
5. Proficiency in written and spoken English;
6. Some preference will be given to applicants within three years of their PhD.
Application Procedure:
Applicants should send the following materials to [shangguan@pku.edu.cn] before August 10 2025, with the subject line "Postdoc Application – [Your Name]":
· Curriculum Vitae (CV);
· A brief statement of research experience and future plan (1–2 pages);
· Contact information for at least two references.
We warmly welcome motivated early-career researchers to join our efforts in the CSST mission, one of China's flagship space astronomy projects.
