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| Ph.D offer in Dynamics of Planetary Systems | Closing date: 2016-06-20
Contact: Alexandre Correia |
| The Physics Department of the University of Aveiro, Portugal, invites applications for a Ph.D position in "Dynamics of Planetary Systems" under the FCT fellowship program. They should have concluded an academic degree (license or master) in Maths, Physics or Astronomy. | | ▸ more | Description:
The successful applicant is expected to do research in the formation, evolution and stability of planetary systems. These systems represent simultaneously new challenges for celestial mechanics, general relativity, and also excellent tests to the formation theories of planetary systems. Planetary systems are also important because we think they are the best candidates to host Earth-like planets. The research will involve the use of computer simulations and theoretical analysis to detect and characterise the planetary systems around the neighbouring stars. A strong background in maths and physics is required and computational experience is a plus.
Application deadline: 20th June 2016
Expecting starting date: October 2016 - January 2017.
Type of contract: 4-year Fellowship:
Salary: 1000 euro/month (tax free)
Travel and mobility allowance: 1000 euro/first year;
Benefits include social security and 25 vacation days.
Host institution:
Gr @ v, Physics Department,
University of Aveiro, PORTUGAL.
http://gravitation.web.ua.pt/
Qualifications: The candidate must have have concluded a graduation degree (license or master). Applicants must have an European Union citizenship. Non EU citizens can apply through a different program, please contact us for details.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
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Job Reference: PhD-FCT-Planets
Language: English
Candidates should contact Prof. Alexandre Correia (correia @ ua.pt) before 20th June 2016, with the following documents:
1. CV (including publication list)
2. Name and contact of one scientist who can provide a letter of recommendation if needed.
3. The application should include a motivation letter mentioning: expectations of the applicant, and short summary of the current research interests.
The pre-selected candidate will get the support from the University of Aveiro to apply to the FCT program (deadline July 15th).
Contacts and further information:
Alexandre Correia:
http://sweet.ua.pt/correia/
University of Aveiro:
http://www.ua.pt/research/
FCT PhD Program:
http://www.fct.pt/apoios/bolsas/concursos/individuais2016.phtml.en
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