Technosignature Researcher

Breakthrough Listen represents humanity's most significant effort to date to quantify the distribution of advanced life in the Universe, using a global network of the world's largest and most advanced radio telescopes to search for signatures of technology. The project is undertaking a detailed census of hundreds of nearby stars, in addition to casting a wider net across millions more stars, the entire plane of our Milky Way Galaxy, and additional galaxies beyond. Breakthrough Listen represents humanity's most significant effort to date to quantify the distribution of advanced life in the Universe, using a global network of the world's largest and most advanced radio telescopes to search for signatures of technology. The project is undertaking a detailed census of hundreds of nearby stars, in addition to casting a wider net across millions more stars, the entire plane of our Milky Way Galaxy, and additional galaxies beyond. 

 

Applicants should possess a Bachelor degree. Previous experience in the field of technosignatures and software development will be an advantage. Candidates are expected to demonstrate that they can manage their own area of research.  Select and follow specialist methodologies and collaborate with an international research team. 

 

Please direct enquiries about the role to Therese Docherty therese.docherty@physics.ox.ac.uk

The post is full time and fixed term for 6 months with possibility of extension.

 

The closing date for applications is noon UK time on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.

 

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement (maximum of 3 pages) as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a summary of your past research and clearly describes how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.

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