2023 - 2024 Jansky Fellowship Program for Engineers
The Jansky Fellowship Program for Engineers supports postdoctoral research in cutting-edge radio astronomy instrumentation at NRAO’s Central Development Laboratory.
Funder: National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted at any time)
Funding Amounts: $70,500/year salary for 2 years (renewable for a third year) | $17,000/year research budget | Up to $3,000/year to non-NRAO host institutions
Summary: Supports postdoctoral engineers to pursue advanced research and development in radio astronomy instrumentation at NRAO’s Central Development Laboratory.
Key Information: Fellows spend up to 75% on self-directed research; open to both resident and non-resident appointments at U.S. institutions.
Description
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) offers the Jansky Fellowship Program for Engineers, a postdoctoral opportunity focused on the development of innovative radio astronomy instrumentation. Fellows work primarily at the Central Development Laboratory (CDL) in Charlottesville, VA, collaborating on projects such as digital signal processing, superconducting electronics, low noise amplifiers, and advanced electromagnetic components. The program is designed to foster both independent and collaborative research, enabling fellows to contribute to the advancement of next-generation radio telescopes and to build professional networks within the engineering and astronomical communities.
