Undergraduate Research Student — CHANG-ES Project

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Friday, February 6, 2026

Job Description

Supervisor: Dr. Judith Irwin
Department: Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy, Queen's University
Duration: May 1 to August 21, 2026

Applications are invited for a summer undergraduate research position to work with Dr. Judith Irwin on the CHANG-ES (Continuum Halos in Nearby Galaxies — an EVLA Survey) project. The successful candidate will assist with data analysis and visualization of galaxies associated with CHANG-ES, which uses radio data from the Very Large Array as well as supplementary data sets. The successful candidate is expected to be present in Stirling Hall for the duration of the appointment.

Skills and qualifications

• Current undergraduate student in physics, astronomy, engineering physics, or a related field
• Python programming experience
• Experience with CASA and/or CARTA is an asset

Funding and compensation

• Students are strongly encouraged to apply for an NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA)
• With USRA: compensation is at the advertised USRA rate. See PDF.
• without USRA: $2800/month

To apply

• Email a brief CV, an unofficial transcript, and the names of two references to Judith Irwin by Feb. 6.  
• Prospective applicants are welcome to email Dr. Irwin (irwinja@queensu.ca) at any time with questions about the position or the project.