Research Associate

Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:

The Department of Physics at The George Washington University (GW), part of the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs and maintains strong research partnerships with leading scientific institutions in the Washington, D.C. area. Faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research in modern facilities located in Science & Engineering Hall and Corcoran Hall, while collaborating with organizations such as NASA, NIST, the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, and Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility.

Position Summary

The Astrophysics Group in the Department of Physics invites applications for a Research Associate in Observational High-Energy Astrophysics. The successful candidate will lead the analysis and scientific interpretation of IXPE and NuSTAR observations of magnetars obtained through observing programs led by Dr. George Younes.

This position offers the opportunity to play a leading role in producing high-impact scientific publications and advancing our understanding of compact objects and high-energy astrophysical phenomena. The Research Associate will work closely with Dr. Younes, the GW astrophysics team, and collaborators across national and international research partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and interpretation of IXPE and NuSTAR observations of magnetars.
• Develop and execute research projects resulting in peer-reviewed publications.
• Present scientific results at conferences, workshops, and collaboration meetings.
• Collaborate with researchers within GW and external national and international partnerships.
• Contribute to ongoing high-energy astrophysics research initiatives within the department.

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a master's degree and 1 year of experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:

• Education and experience in Astrophysics is preferred.

Hiring Range $21.17 - $31.70 GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: Columbian College of Arts & Sciences (CCAS) Family Research and Labs Sub-Family Field Research Stream Individual Contributor Level Level 1 Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time Hours Per Week: 20 Work Schedule: M-F; 8:30AM - 12:30PM Will this job require the employee to work on site? No Employee Onsite Status Full-Time Remote Telework: Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

This is a limited term appointment. Position is funded until 04/30/2027.

Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: R002471 Job Open Date: 10/26/2026 Job Close Date: 10/29/2026 Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current employee of The George Washington University?

• Yes

• No

• • For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

• Yes, IEP complete

• No, still in IEP

• N/a - not a current GW employee

• • What is your expected salary range?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter