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| Full-contract position in the field of stellar physics | Closing date: 2023-04-10
Contact: Michal Bursa |
| The Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences (ASU) invites applications for a scientist's full-contract position in the field of stellar physics doing research on hot stars. | | ▸ more | ASU is a public research institution and the largest professional astronomical organization in the Czech Republic, located at Ondrejov observatory and in Prague.
The successful applicant will collaborate with researchers in the working group of hot stars. The research of this group is focused on studies of massive hot stars at their different evolutionary stages. The studied objects can be either single or binary or multiple systems. Furthermore, the group is involved in observational and theoretical investigations of the chemistry and dynamics of the circumstellar material of evolved massive stars. The research of massive stars is complemented by studies of low-mass stars in late evolutionary stages. Theoretical studies in modelling stellar atmospheres with a natural focus on hot massive stars are also a part of the group's research. The group is also involved in astroinformatics research in order to develop new methods and tools to deal with the exponentially increasing amount of data in astronomy.
Further requirements:
- PhD degree in astronomy and astrophysics obtained before 2020
- Demonstrated research activity in stellar physics
Preferential qualifications:
- Physics of hot and outbursting stars
- A record of ESO observation proposals
- Experience in university teaching
A necessary condition is to satisfy legal requirements for employment in the Czech Republic (EU member state). Salary will be based on the domestic level (cca 1700 EUR/month before taxes) and it includes health insurance. There is a possibility of institute accommodation in Ondrejov. The starting date of employment is expected to be 1st of June 2023, but it is negotiable.
Applications shall contain: a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, a list of publications, a copy of PhD diploma, and a summary of research plans. Submit the application by email to: info @ asu.cas.cz, with the subject "STELLAR 2023", and attach a single PDF that will include all required parts.
Successful candidates must have obtained PhD degree before 2020 and present a copy of that. Preferences will be given to early-stage researchers.
Please arrange for a minimum of two letters of reference to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 6 months before the application deadline.
To receive full consideration, the application deadline is 10th of April 2023 till the end of the day (Prague/Europe timezone). The receipt of applications will be acknowledged by email. Once the evaluation process is completed, successful applicants will be notified.
Further information:
o https://asu.cas.cz/en for the list of working groups at the Institute
o https://www.euraxess.cz/ for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic
o http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living
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| Opening of Associate Editor positions for the journal "Astronomy & Astrophysics" | Closing date: 2023-04-30
Contact: Vassilis Charmandaris |
The Board of Directors of "Astronomy & Astrophysics", a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research in astronomy and astrophysics, invites applications for three positions of Associate Editors. The positions to fill are in the following broad research areas:
* Theoretical astrophysics
* Extragalactic astrophysics
* Stellar populations
| | ▸ more | The Board of Directors of "Astronomy & Astrophysics", a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research in astronomy and astrophysics, invites applications for three positions of Associate Editors. The positions to fill are in the following broad research areas:
* Theoretical astrophysics
* Extragalactic astrophysics
* Stellar populations
The new Associate Editors are expected to have a broad and recognized expertise in their domain of specialization, as witnessed by a strong record of influential published research. Some familiarity with additional fields of astrophysics will be considered a plus for all three positions. The theoretician, ideally, will be familiar with a broad span of theoretical astrophysics.
Candidates from underrepresented groups and geographical areas are particularly encouraged to apply.
Candidates should be prepared to commit the time needed to handle the peer review of about hundred and fifty papers per year. Limited support for office equipment, as well as an annual indemnity, are provided for this position. The initial term of appointment is four years.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a concise letter that summarizes the candidate?s qualifications and their motivations for seeking an Associate Editor position. They should in particular describe their experience as a referee and/or journal editor. Possible support for the task from their home institute should also be discussed in the application.
Applications should be e-mailed as a single PDF file to the Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Vassilis Charmandaris, and to the Executive Committee member, Birgitta Nordström, who will send back an acknowledgment of receipt. Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to be held in person on the 29 & 30th of May 2023 and we encourage the applicants to reserve their availability for those dates.
Vice-Chairperson of the Board
Prof. Vassilis Charmandaris
e-mail: vassilis @ physics.uoc.gr
Member of the Executive Committee of the Board
Prof. Birgitta Nordström,
e-mail: birgitta @ nbi.ku.dk
Applications received by April 30, 2023 will receive full consideration.
Informal inquiries about the positions may be directed by e-mail to Vassilis Charmandaris or to Birgitta Nordström, as well as to the A&A Editor in Chief (Thierry.Forveille @ univ-grenoble-alpes.fr) or any of the other A&A current editors.
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| Milky Way Gaia Doctoral Network: Revisiting the asymptotic giant branch phase with Gaia and other data | Closing date: 2023-04-28
Contact: Despina Hatzidimitriou |
| The Department of Physics, Section of Astrophysics, Astronomy and Mechanics of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) offers one PhD position within the Milky Way Gaia Doctoral Network 'Revealing the Milky Way with Gaia' ( PI for Greece Despina Hatzidimitriou). The PhD position offered at the University of Athens is related to the study of the AGB phase using Gaia and other data. | | ▸ more | The Asymptotic Giant Branch (AGB) is an important phase in the evolution of low and intermediate mass stars. AGB stars are considered to be sites of s-process element production. They are also important dust producers. The structure and evolution of a star in this phase is complex and despite continuing efforts there are still open questions that need to be addressed in a systematic manner by placing improved observational constraints to theoretical models.
In the proposed PhD project, the PhD candidate will construct a machine learning (ML) tool to detect and classify AGB stars and their subclasses (including carbon stars, and luminous super-AGB stars), using multiwavelength photometry (Gaia, 2MASS, Spitzer and WISE), spectroscopy (Gaia, LAMOST, SDSS), and variability information (Gaia, Catalina , OGLE, etc), the latter two to confirm the classification of the objects used for training.
Spectral Energy Distributions (SEDs) will be constructed for the detected AGB stars. These will be compared with synthetic SEDs constructed with DUSTY and information on dust properties will be extracted.
AGB stars (including carbon stars) belonging to star clusters in our Galaxy will be identified using proper motion and parallax information from Gaia. For these stars, additional information on age and metal abundance will be available from the parent cluster. Comparisons of observables (positions in the HRDs, Luminosity functions, Teff and M ? distributions, etc) with predictions of stellar evolutionary models (e.g. Padova evolutionary tracks, MESA models) can provide insights into this complex phase of stellar evolution. A secondary outcome of the project will be a better understanding of luminous super-AGB stars. These stars are probing the minimum mass threshold of the supernova regime from electron capture SNe of ONeMg degenerate cores, from super-AGB progenitors in the uncertain (initial) mass range around 8-9 M_solar.
Methods and results will be disseminated through peer reviewed papers.
The PhD candidate will be supported in their endeavor by specialists in machine learning, and the use of the DUSTY and MESA codes.
The candidate is expected to spend at least 2 secondment stays in other Universities in the Doctoral Network.
Contact: Prof. Despina Hatzidimitriou, deshatzi @ phys.uoa.gr
Gross salary per year: 33,000Euros (or 39,000Euros including family allowance, if applicable)
?obility allowance: A total of ~21,600Euros can be used by the PhD candidate private mobility-related costs (e.g. travel and accommodation costs).
Duration: 3 years
Starting Date: September 1st, 2023
Funding: H2020 / Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions
Work location: Department of Physics, University Campus Panepistimiopolis, Zografos, Athens, Greece
Requirements: Master Degree (preferably in Astrophysics). Very good knowledge of English.
Eligibility criteria: The applicant should not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Greece for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date ? unless as part of a compulsory national service or a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention.
Skills: Degree in Physics, Mathematics or equivalent, experience in programming,
high academic grades, good communication skills, proactive attitude, good team skills.
How to apply: Send application letter, CV, list of university courses taken and transcripts of grades obtained (i.e., original transcript and also a translated version in English - no need to have it notarized) to Prof. Despina Hatzidimitriou (deshatzi @ phys.uoa.gr). Please arrange for two reference letters to be sent to deshatzi @ phys.uoa.gr by the application deadline.
Application deadline: April 28th, 2023.
EUROACCESS LINK: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/81147
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| Young Postdoc position on astroparticle physics and astronomy at IPhU, Aix-Marseille University | Closing date: 2023-04-01
Contact: Damien Dornic |
| The Institute for Physics of the Universe (IPhU, Aix-Marseille University, France) invites applications for a young postdoc position (<2 years of experience) in the field of astroparticle physics and astronomy. She/he will be part of the A*MIDEX interdisciplinary project NEXCOS (NEutrinos and X-ray follow-up for Cosmic-ray Source studies) to study cosmic neutrinos detected with the KM3NeT detector from active galactic nuclei (AGN). | | ▸ more | The position is expected to start between April and July 2023, the exact starting date can be discussed. It will be funded for two years with a net monthly salary of about 2050-2300 euros (gross monthly salary of about 2550-2850 euros). The applicants are expected to hold a PhD degree in high energy physics/astrophysics, at the time of the beginning of the postdoc contract. The candidate should have a strong interest in astroparticle physics and a good knowledge of high-energy astrophysics/physics data analysis. Expertise in AGN modelisation is a plus. Good practical skills in python and C++, and good knowledge of open software development environment (git, etc) will be an important asset. Ability to work in international teams and in large collaborations are highly recommended.
The full job description and the application form can be found here:
https://www.cppm.in2p3.fr/web/fr/emplois_stages/emploi/#PostDoc-2223-KM-01
Deadline for application: April 1st, 2023
Damien Dornic (CPPM, France) and Delphine Porquet (LAM, France).
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| ESA is looking for a Science Operations Scientist and Archive Scientist for High-Energy Astronomy Missions | Closing date: 2023-04-03
Contact: Peter Kretschmar |
The European Space Agency (ESA) has a vacancy for a Science Operations Scientist and Archive Scientist for High-Energy Astronomy Missions at ESAC, Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain.
Full information at https://tinyurl.com/2wnz8zyc
ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged. | | ▸ more | The European Space Agency maintains a world-leading Science Programme with missions in heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics and fundamental physics. Its mission is to ?empower Europe to lead space science?.
The Department of Science and Operations (SCI-S) within ESA's Directorate for Science hosts the scientists and engineers who oversee the space missions from study to end of operations, develops the science operation systems for the missions and operates the missions in space, and archives and curates their data during operations and beyond. Its main objective is to maximise the scientific output of the missions for the benefit of humankind.
You will initially be assigned as Science Operations Scientist and Archive Scientist for High-Energy Astronomy Missions, under the direct responsibility of the Mission Managers for XMM-Newton and INTEGRAL within the Mission Operations Division of the Science and Operations Department (SCI-S).
Duties:
If selected for this position, you will initially be responsible for high-energy astronomy cross-calibration, scientific data processing and archive product generation. You will work in close collaboration with the Mission Managers and Project Scientists of high-energy missions currently in operations, as well as with staff in the ESAC Science Data Centre, and will be responsible for coordinating the work of the companies providing services to support your tasks.
You will be expected to strive for innovation and excellence in synergies between operations of current and future ESA high-energy astronomy missions, especially with respect to cross-calibration, scientific data processing and archive product generation.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- ensuring improvements and monitoring of the instrument calibration of current and upcoming high-energy missions, with a special emphasis on understanding the cross-calibration between different instruments and missions;
- actively coordinating (cross-)calibration studies and campaigns with partners in other space agencies;
- advising future high-energy missions during their study or project phases on questions of scientific data processing, calibration needs and approaches;
- involvement in scientific data processing, especially for the maintenance and modernisation of the scientific pipeline processing of XMM-Newton data and the generation of legacy products for INTEGRAL and XMM-Newton.
- overseeing maintenance and further development of the INTEGRAL Science Legacy Archive (ISLA) and of the XMM-Newton Science Archive (XSA) driven by the needs of the missions? users and in line with the overall archive developments;
- enabling, in collaboration with the ESAC Science Data Centre, the shaping of a multi-mission, high-energy science archive framework that exploits the synergies between current and future high-energy mission archives, as well as other ESA astronomy mission archives.
Technical competencies:
Conducting active research in a relevant field of space science
Experience in defining, setting up and/or operating space science projects
Experience in coordinating internal/external stakeholders on scientific projects
Behavioural competencies:
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
Education:
A PhD in astrophysics is required for this post.
Additional requirements:
As this post includes the possibility of evolving into coordination and managerial tasks, the potential to manage individuals or a team is required.
People management experience is an asset, as is international experience, i.e. outside your home country, as well as experience in diverse functional areas relevant to ESA activities.
Experience with high-energy astronomy mission operations, instrument calibration, scientific data processing or science data archives is a further asset.
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
Other information:
This post is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations? salary scale.
For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework (https://esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/careers/ESA_Competency_Framework.pdf)
For further information please visit: https://tinyurl.com/3uykmxkt, https://tinyurl.com/yc3rtbbd and https://tinyurl.com/7zcmvwvk
The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at contact.human.resources @ esa.int.
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.
According to the ESA Convention, the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented or balanced States.
In accordance with the European Space Agency?s security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment conducted by an external background screening service.
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| Extragalactic PhD Position at Department of Astrophysics Vienna | Closing date: 2023-04-11
Contact: Bodo Ziegler |
| The Department of Astrophysics at the University of Vienna offers a University Assistant (prae doc) position within the extragalactic astrophysics group of Prof. Bodo Ziegler for 4 years starting from May 2023 or later by agreement. | | ▸ more | Area of work:
This position is for PhD research work in the field of physical parameters of galaxies and their evolution: https://galaxy.univie.ac.at/
Important aspects are galaxy kinematics and structure, stellar populations and star formation. The topic will be within scaling relations and their evolution. New techniques in determination of structural components and in dynamical modelling will advance the study beyond the traditional analysis. The main source for the investigations will be observational data, in particular spectroscopy in the optical/NIR wavelength regime (e.g. ESO-VLT MUSE & KMOS) for high- redshift galaxies. Thus, experience in reduction of spectra and their analysis will be a main criterion in the selection process. Basic knowledge of astronomical software and good knowledge of English are prerequisites.
In addition to the research towards a Dr degree, contributions are expected within the group, the department of astrophysics and within international projects as well as with proposal preparations for new observational data and third-party funding and also with student education.
Degree of Employment:
Contracts are subject to Austrian federal law regarding Universities and regulated by a collective bargaining agreement with standardized salaries, health insurance, and long-term care for nominal work of 30.0 hours/week.
The PhD student will be fully embedded in the Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences: https://visess.univie.ac.at/
Profile:
Applicants must have a diploma or master degree in astrophysics or physics with specialization in astronomy. Basic knowledge of astronomical software, in particular for reduction of spectra, and very good knowledge of English are required. More details here: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/04bd53f2
Application:
Full application is only possible via VISESS: https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/
The University of Vienna intends to increase the number of women on its faculty, and therefore specifically invites applications by women. Among equally qualified applicants women will receive preferential consideration.
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| PhD position at the Department of Astrophysics at the University of Vienna | Closing date: 2023-03-27
Contact: Werner W. Zeilinger |
| The ELT Instrumentation Group at the Department of Astrophysics seeks applications for a PhD position. | | ▸ more | The ELT will offer the astronomical community unprecedented observing capabilities. Deeper than Hubble and sharper than James-Webb. The ELT-Group is involved in three of the instrumentation projects for the ELT: MICADO, METIS, MOSAIC. As such we will have a rare opportunity to play a role in developing and preparing the future scientific trajectory of all three instruments. The group is therefore looking for a PhD student to find and investigate the feasibility of synergistic science cases that lie in the overlapping region of the observational parameter space for these three world-class instruments. The announcement is made for three years, whereby the employment relationship is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to a total of three years, unless the employer submits a declaration of non-renewal after a maximum of 12 months. The successful candidate will be member of the Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences VISESS (https://visess.univie.ac.at/).
Extent of Employment: 30.0 hours/week
Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.
Job Description:
Participation in research, teaching and administration:
- Participation in research projects / research studies
- Participation in publications / academic articles / presentations
- We expect the successful candidate to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12-18 months.
- Participation in teaching and independent teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement
- Supervision of students
- Involvement in the organisation of meetings, conferences, symposiums
- Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration
Profile:
Potential candidates must have the following attributes:
- A Masters degree in Astronomy/Astrophysics or Computer Science
- Experience with using astronomical instrumentation and data processing software
- A very strong background in programming with Python or C / C++
- Able to effectively communicate in English
The following experience will be highly regarded:
- An actively used GitHub (or similar) profile
- Experience with software design and deployment
- Experience working with distributed teams
- Experience with developing and maintaining large code bases
- Presentation experience at international conferences
- Experience with agile software development methods
- Ability to speak German
Application documents:
- Letter of motivation
- Academic CV
- List of publications, teaching evaluations (if available)
- Short abstract for a dissertation project
- Degree certificate(s)
Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be submitted via the Job Center to the University of Vienna (https://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than March 27, 2023, mentioning reference number 13911.
The University pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (https://diversity.univie.ac.at/). The University lays special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.
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| Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences Astronomy at Jagiellonian University (city: Krakow, country: Poland) | Closing date: 2023-04-17
Contact: Elzbieta Danielkiewicz-Krosniak |
| PhD study in astronomy at the Jagiellonian University covers broad range of theoretical and observational research subjects, from analysis of optically variable objects (both stellar and AGNs), high energy astrophysics and accretion disks, radio astronomy, relativistic astrophysics and cosmology. Candidates eligible for admission to the Astronomy program of study are the holders of Master of Science (Magister, Magister engineer), or equivalent professional title awarded in the field of exact sciences, or last year students who will graduate and become the holders of Master of science before September 2023. | | ▸ more | PhD study in astronomy covers broad range of theoretical and observational research subjects, from analysis of optically variable objects (like accreting binary stars or active galactic nuclei), high energy astrophysics, multiwavelength astronomy, radio astronomy, relativistic astrophysics and cosmology. Astronomical Observatory of the Jagiellonian University participates in ESO, has access to the SALT optical telescope, collaborates in HESS and CTA projects (gamma-ray astrophysics) as well as in the network of LOFAR radio telescopes array, also participate in the VIRGO gravitational waves detector. Our researches use also several world class Earth bound radio (VLA, 100m Effelsberg) and space (Chandra, XMM, Fermi) observatories.
All interested candidates are welcome to register in our on-line system.
Accepted foreign students will obtain Ph.D. fellowships (equal to the ones provided to the Polish students i.e. approx. 2300* PLN per month, which is 27600 PLN per year), as well as, the health insurance (students from outside EU may be subject of another regulations in that matter).
Based on good progress in a PhD thesis preparation students can apply for support of travels and conference participation. They can also apply for research grants from the Polish Science Foundation.
There is NO tuition fee.
* Costs of living in Poland is significantly lower than in Western European countries.
Registration starts: 27.03.2023
Registration ends: 17.04.2023
Entrance exams: 19.04.2023
Start of studies: October 2023
http://www.oa.uj.edu.pl/Studia_Doktoranckie/stopien3.en.html
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| ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme | Closing date: 2023-04-30
Contact: Guido De Marchi |
| To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, the European Space Agency (ESA) welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research projects based on data publicly available in the ESA Space Science Archives (https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc). | | ▸ more | The ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme is open to scientists, at all career levels, affiliated with institutes in ESA Member States and Collaborating States. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications by PhD students are also welcome.
During their stay, visiting scientists will have access to archives and mission specialists for help with the retrieval, calibration, and analysis of archival data. In principle, all areas of space research covered by ESA science missions can be supported.
Residence lasts typically between one and three months, also distributed over multiple visits. Research projects can be carried out at ESAC (Madrid, Spain) and at ESTEC (Noordwijk, Netherlands). To offset the expenses incurred by visitors, ESA covers travel costs from and to the home institution and provides support for lodging expenses and meals.
Applications received before 1 May 2023 will be considered for visits in autumn 2023 and winter 2024.
For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to:
https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme
or write to the programme coordinators at arvp @ cosmos.esa.int
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| ESO Studentship Programme 2023/2024 | Closing date: 2023-04-30
Contact: Human Resources |
| The research studentship programme of the European Southern Observatory provides an outstanding opportunity for PhD students to experience the exciting scientific environment at one of the world's leading observatories for a period of up to two years. | | ▸ more | ESO is the foremost intergovernmental astronomy organisation in Europe. Its approximately 110 staff astronomers, 40 Fellows and 40 PhD students conduct frontline research in fields ranging from exoplanets to cosmology, offering one of the most vibrant and stimulating scientific settings anywhere in the world.
ESO's studentship positions are open to students enrolled in a PhD programme in astronomy or related scientific fields. Students accepted into the programme work on their doctoral project under the formal supervision of their home university supervisor, but they come to ESO to work and study under the co-supervision of an ESO staff astronomer, for a period of a minimum of 6 months and up to two years. Studentships may be hosted either at ESO's headquarters in Garching (Germany) or at ESO's offices in Santiago (Chile), where also positions are provided for students enrolled in Chilean universities.
Please visit https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/students/ for details of the employment conditions and benefits. If you are interested in enhancing your PhD experience through an extended stay at ESO, then please apply online at https://recruitment.eso.org/.
Closing date for applications is 30.04.2023. Review of the application documents, including the support letters, will begin immediately.
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| PhD Positions at the Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS) | Closing date: 2023-03-31
Contact: Martina Egger |
| The Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS) is soliciting applications for PhD positions within the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. | | ▸ more | The Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS) is soliciting applications for PhD positions within the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna.
As humanity is facing grand challenges such as climate change and resource depletion, this doctoral school is addressing these and other challenges through interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary academic research connecting the COSMOS with planet EARTH, its environment and the ANTHROPOSPHERE. We aim our students to become world-leading experts in either of these three branches while also confidently communicate and contribute across all three branches. We want our school to become a central place in the heart of Europe for training and as a resource of knowledge about our place in space and time. For further information see: https://visess.univie.ac.at.
The school is currently announcing 3 PhD projects in the branches "Cosmos" and "Anthroposphere".
List of announced projects in the "Cosmos" branch:
* ISM-FLOW: measuring the 3D motion of the Local Interstellar Medium | Supervision: João Alves (Department of Astrophysics)
* Observational Galaxy Evolution | Supervision: Bodo Ziegler (Department of Astrophysics)
Application:
Interested students can apply until the deadline of 31 March 2023 via: https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/.
Job Description:
The positions aim to deepen and extend the professional and scientific education targeting a doctoral degree. For tasks and responsibilities please refer to the respective project description at https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/.
Requirements:
* Astronomy / Geography / Earth Sciences / Environmental Sciences or related disciplines: Master's Degree or equivalent (depending on the project, please refer to the respective project description)
* Excellent command of written and spoken English
* Project-specific qualifications as described in the respective project description
We offer:
* Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade
* An active and inspiring research environment, a vibrant PhD community and many ways to connect with peers from home and abroad on a social and professional level
* A broad range of interdisciplinary training possibilities and school activities, such as leadership skill trainings, workshops, seminars, mobility and summer schools
The University pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (http://diversity.univie.ac.at/). The University lays special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.
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| Principal Systems Engineer | Closing date: 2023-03-24
Contact: Heather |
An exciting opportunity for two Principal Systems Engineer to play a leading role in delivering a next generation radio telescope.
For more information and to apply, click here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/principal-systems-engineer-515564.html | | ▸ more | The Role
We are looking for two Principal Systems Engineers to lead the system engineering activities for the SKA telescopes currently under construction, located in Australia and South Africa. They will be part of a matrix organisation, working with a wide range of internal and external teams and contractors.
The roles are known internally as Telescope Systems Engineers for SKA-Low and SKA-Mid respectively, and will report to the Head of Systems Engineering.
The roles will be based either at the SKAO Global Headquarters at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, UK, or in the telescope host country (Australia or South Africa), and occasional international travel will be required to suppliers and SKAO sites.
SKAO is committed to providing an inclusive and flexible working environment, meeting the requests of our Colleagues whilst also fulfilling the needs and objectives of the Observatory.
We encourage applications from under-represented groups such as women and individuals with disabilities, as well as open conversations during the recruitment process in relation to any specific requirements.
There may be occasions where this role requires the post holder to work across different time zones and, in line with SKAO policy, flexible working hours will be supported in agreement with the line manager.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
Leading the system engineering activities for the telescope, as part of the Telescope Delivery Team. This will involve:
-tracking design compliance of the overall telescope to its requirements and standards.
-maintaining the traceability of all telescope requirements from system level down to product level.
-creating a systems model of the telescope.
-identifying and analysing gaps and issues and then raising change proposals to address these.
- coordinating the implementation of change proposals.
-coordinating the creation of system-level views, such as diagrams and budgets.
Play a leading role within the systems engineering team to refine and maintain processes and databases. This will involve:
-improving of databases used for requirement, interface and test case management.
-defining process descriptions to do with: life-cycle management, data management, configuration management, release management, compliance tracking, workflows and reviews.
Providing coordination and guidance to the Product Delivery Teams responsible for the delivery of individual products. This will involve:
-providing training in systems engineering processes.
-providing coordination to prepare technical specifications and statements of work for contracts.
-providing coordination to manage the product delivery life cycle.
-interacting with contractors to address technical questions and participating in test reviews.
Acting as Design Authority for the Assembly, Verification and Integration team. This will involve:
-playing a leading role in how to define and manage test cases, test plans and test reports.
-ensuring the right specifications are being communicated and verified at the right times.
-providing guidance and input during test reviews at system level.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-University degree in Engineering, Telecommunications or Physics, or equivalent experience.
-Substantial experience working as a systems engineer in complex, large-scale, technology systems.
-Experience working as a systems engineer during the procurement, construction and verification stages of a project.
-Ability to deliver and lead on the delivery of joined up solutions across a wide range of stakeholders.
-Ability to see the bigger picture and hands on approach when needed.
-Solutions oriented with the ability to apply both logic and creativity to arising issues.
-Excellent organisational, time management and prioritising skills.
-Good communication skills with the ability to present to international and other forums.
-Ability to build good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
-Flexible team player who is adaptable to change.
-Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required (typically for up to two week, 2-3 times per year).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Recognised systems engineering certification.
-Knowledge of systems engineering of software systems and agile software development.
-Experience or ability to lead a function or a cross-functional team.
-Experience in using requirements management tools (e.g. Jama).
-Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement
SKA Observatory recognises that our diversity is a strength. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, and diverse perspectives and ideas thrive. As such, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are at the core of SKA Observatory?s agenda.
Our aim is to recruit and retain the most talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, nationality or background.
Women have traditionally been under-represented in the fields of science and engineering; SKA Observatory welcomes and encourages female applicants.
Where applicants with a disability need facilities or adjustments to enable them to participate in the recruitment process, these will be provided.
SKA Observatory welcome all candidates, especially those from member countries.
The ?How to Apply? information contained within the SKA Observatory recruitment portal provides more detail regarding our application and selection approach.
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| 2 PhD Positions within the Milky Way Gaia Doctoral Network ?Revealing the Milky Way with Gaia? | Closing date: 2023-03-31
Contact: Dr. Lola Balaguer |
| The Gaia group (https://gaia.ub.edu/) of the Institut de Ciències del Cosmos de la Universitat de Barcelona (https://icc.ub.edu/) offers 2 PhD Positions within the Milky Way Gaia Doctoral Network ?Revealing the Milky Way with Gaia? (Spain PI Carme Jordi). The Doctoral Network consists of 10 academic partners across Europe at which 12 PhD students will be researching a range of topics based on Gaia and other data. | | ▸ more | PhD 1 description:
Title: Revealing weak substructures in the MW
Description: Precise astrometry of Gaia DR2/EDR3 has allowed the detection of many structures in the MW from clusters and star forming regions to moving groups and stellar streams, some of them known and many previously unnoticed. The data has also permitted to rule out some of the groups previously claimed. In parallel, the kinematic studies with Gaia DR3 carried out so far in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) have revealed rich complexities and substructures in its disk.
Additional information in both data sets, namely the MW and the LMC, especially ages and chemical composition, will allow us to understand the nature of the groups and substructures and put them in the context of the MW formation and evolution. The ESR will extend existing all-sky structure-finding and clustering methodologies to the third Gaia Data Release by including its new data products (information from low and high-resolution spectra like extinction and chemical composition) and complementary measurements based on ground surveys (WEAVE, OCCASO, APOGEE, LAMOST, MIRADAS, Pan-STARRS, JPLUS/JPAS, LSST, Euclid, among others). The increase of the dimensionality of the approach and the globally improved precision of Gaia DR3 will allow it to identify tiny/weak structures unnoticed so far because of the domination of the field population. This will be applied to study the completeness of the current open clusters? catalogues and the interaction between nearby galaxies, the process of clusters disruption by the identification of their tidal tails and extended coronas, the identification of hidden subpopulations of specific types of stars like white dwarfs (to identify the very cold ones constraining the age of the populations they belong to) or RR-Lyrae (tracing substructures in distant halo streams and the Magellanic Clouds). The UB group is deeply involved in the development of such algorithms applied to Gaia DR2/EDR3/DR3 and in some ground based spectroscopic surveys like OCCASO, WEAVE and MIRADAS. The UB group also has well established collaborations with the JPLUS/JPAS and APOGEE teams and the future 4MOST project.
The PhD candidate will develop multi-dimensional methods to identify groups of stars in areas where the stellar field population dominates. Application of these methods to analyse the full sky with Gaia EDR3, DR3 and complementary data. The advantages and limitations of the methods and data will be identified, and will constitute inputs for the WP5 roadmap. Analysis of the detected structures, both in the MW and Magellanic Clouds in the context of the MW formation and evolution. Methods and results will be disseminated through peer reviewed papers.
The candidate is expected to spend 2 secondment stays in universities in France and Sweden.
Contact: Dr. Mercè Romero-Gómez (mromero (at) fqa.ub.edu)
PhD 2 description:
Title: The joint star-formation, migration, and habitability history of the Galactic disc
Description: The PhD candidate will develop a framework that allows better determination of the Galactic star-formation history and the stellar mixing rate as a function of time and position in the Galactic disc from basic observations of stellar age, metallicity, and kinematics, accounting also for non-diffusive stellar mixing.
The PhD candidate will take advantage of two things: larger samples because of Gaia and the ongoing/future spectroscopic surveys (like WEAVE and 4MOST), and novel determination of ages accounting for possible unresolved binaries (also a task for the ESR; benchmarked by asteroseismic observations from Kepler, CoRoT, K2, TESS, and eventually PLATO).
The influence of stellar migration on the Galactic Habitable Zone is a completely unexplored and exciting terrain connecting Galactic Astrophysics to exoplanet research. Using the more precise migration models obtained in the first part of the project, the PhD candidate will characterise the time evolution of the habitable-planet hosting star population around and beyond the solar vicinity. This type of study will also benefit from sophisticated comparisons to state-of-the-art cosmological Milky Way models, especially for modelling the statistical influence of cosmic radiation on potential planet host stars and for determining the occurrence rate of accreted exoplanets.
The candidate is expected to spend 2 secondment stays in universities in the Netherlands and France.
Contact: Dr. Friedrich Anders (fanders (at) fqa.ub.edu)
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Gross salary per year: 32000-36000? (depending on family circumstances)
Funding: H2020 / Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions
Work location: Dept. Física Quàntica i Astrofísica, Universitat de Barcelona
Requirements: Master Degree or equivalent
Eligibility criteria: The applicant should not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Spain for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date ? unless as part of a compulsory national service or a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention.
Skills: Degree on Physics, Mathematics or equivalent, experience on programming,
high academic grades, good communication skills, proactive attitude, good team skills.
How to apply: Send application letter, CV and list of University courses taken and transcripts of grades obtained (i.e., original transcript and also a translated version if not in English or Spanish - no need to have it notarized) to Dr. Lola Balaguer (lbalaguer (at) fqa.ub.edu)
Application deadline: March 31st, 2023.
Additional comments: The ICCUB respects the principles of open, transparent, merit-based selection. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. Priority will be given to people with disabilities (article 59 Law 5/2015 of October 30), according to the basic Statute of Public Employees.
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| Professur für Astrophysik | Closing date: 2023-03-22
Contact: Sigrun Fink |
Genaue Informationen finden sie unter folgendem Link:
https://jobs.uni-graz.at/prof/7475/p_en_7475.php
| | ▸ more | At the Institute of Physics at the Faculty of Sciences, the University of Graz is seeking to appoint a
Professor of Astrophysics (40 hours per week; selection procedure in accordance with Section 98 of the Universities Act (UG); permanent employment according to the Salaried Employees Act (AngG); expected starting date October 1st 2024)
We are looking for an astrophysicist with a core research area in the field ?stellar astrophysics of low mass stars?, e.g. stellar activity, stellar structure, and stellar evolution. The post holder should be able to demonstrate internationally competitive research and networking in their area of expertise as well as be able to teach the field of astrophysics in its full range. Cooperation with the research groups at the Institute (solar and heliospheric physics) and at the Space Research Institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences in Graz (covering planets and exoplanets, space plasmas, instrument development) as well as active collaboration in the new Graz Center of Physics is desired, with the aim of further strengthening the location of Graz and the joint development of large-scale projects. We also expect gender mainstreaming skills.
Please submit your applications stating the reference number BV/12/98 ex 2021/22 by March 22nd 2023 at the latest. For information about the application procedures and other prerequisites, please visit https://jobsprof.uni-graz.at/en/job/7481. Planned dates of the applicant?s presentation: 27.09.2023 to 29.09.2023
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| Distributed PostgreSQL-GPU hacker for Gaia mission | Closing date: 2023-04-01
Contact: Krzysztof Nienartowicz |
Sednai has a central role in the Gaia ecosystem in Switzerland, with a distributed database solution based on fork of PostgreSQL (Postgres-XL, TBase) to store, curate, present and analyse billions of astronomical time-series as part of ESA Gaia mission.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of GPU-optimized database query planner and executor of the distributed PostgreSQL fork used for the Gaia mission Variability Studies as well as integration of TornadoVM Java-GPU enabling framework with Postgres PL/Java extension.
| | ▸ more | Sednai has a central role in the Gaia ecosystem in Switzerland, with a distributed database solution based on fork of PostgreSQL (Postgres-XL, TBase) to store, curate, present and analyse billions of astronomical time-series as part of ESA Gaia mission.
The European Space Agency mission Gaia mission (https://sci.esa.int/web/gaia/-/28820-summary) is one of the most complex astronomy endeavors up to date designed and performed in Europe, but also unique at the global scale. The Gaia spacecraft located 1.5 million kilometers from the Earth in the Lagrange Point 2 is not only special because of its unique multi-instrument data collection capabilities, but also because of the complexity of data processing needs, that are covered by a Gaia Data Processing and Analysis Consortium (DPAC) consisting of around 500 scientists and IT specialists.
The work conducted in this project will be part of a 3-years project related to European Processor Initiative (https://www.european-processor-initiative.eu) run by the AERO consortium funded by the European Commission Horizon 2022 program and Swiss SEFRI [Le Secrétariat d'État à la formation, à la recherche et à l'innovation]. The project will involve interaction with industry and academic liaisons as well.
The AERO consortium is made of 12 European academic and industries entities and Sednai. You can find thorough information, including all the entities envolved, here -> https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101092850 .
The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of GPU-optimized database query planner and executor of the distributed PostgreSQL fork used for the Gaia mission Variability Studies as well as integration of TornadoVM Java-GPU enabling framework with Postgres PL/Java extension.
We are looking for a dynamic, curious, quick-learner, with the knowledge of PostgreSQL/Postgres-XL/TBase development practices (planner/executor/extensions) or a desire to learn these, as well as understanding or experience with the GPU programming paradigm in the context of data processing. The GPU integration would be carried-out using Intel oneAPI framework
(https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/developer/tools/oneapi/overview.html).
We expect knowledge of C language, Postgres internals and any of the above-mentioned technologies.
We offer the opportunity to be an important part of the international team of researchers, computer scientists and industry leaders working on one of the most successful astronomical projects and the bleeding edge technology as well as a relevant salary with possibility of a permanent contract after the initial 3 years.
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| Scientific developer for ESA Gaia mission Variability Studies. | Closing date: 2023-04-01
Contact: Krzysztof Nienartowicz |
The Gaia Data Processing Center in Geneva hosted at the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Geneva, Versoix is looking for a candidate who is interested to port existing and create new algorithms developed in Java to deal with over 15 billion Gaia astronomical time-series.
| | ▸ more | The European Space Agency mission Gaia mission (https://sci.esa.int/web/gaia/-/28820-summary) is one of the most complex astronomy endeavours up to date designed and performed in Europe, but also unique at the global scale. The Gaia spacecraft located 1.5 million kilometers from the Earth in the Lagrange Point 2 is not only special because of its unique multi-instrument data collection capabilities, but also because of the complexity of data processing needs, that are covered by a Gaia Data Processing and Analysis Consortium (DPAC) consisting of around 500 scientists and IT specialists. The role of the Coordination Unit 7 (CU7) based in Geneva, Switzerland (https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/gaia/dpac) is to identify variable sources of light (i.e pulsating stars, Active Galactic Nuclei, cataclysmic events, microlensing events, planetary transits, long period variables, eclipsing binaries to name a few), characterize them with specialized algorithms, classify them using machine learning techniques and extract scientific information of some specific stellar sources to be included in the public catalogue. We estimate that 10-20% of all 2.7 billion sources Gaia observes are variables.
The Gaia Data Processing Center in Geneva hosted at the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Geneva is looking for a candidate who is interested to elevate our existing algorithms developed in Java to deal with over 15 billion Gaia astronomical time-series within a short period of time, dealing with the biggest trove of astronomical temporal data.
The successful candidate would be responsible for porting existing algorithms to a Java-based TornadoVM (https://github.com/beehive-lab/TornadoVM) framework to enable bleeding-edge GPU processing of vast amounts of data in the existing DPCG software pipeline on HPC platform.
The work conducted in the project will be part of a bigger, 3-years project related to European Processor Initiative funded by the European Commission Horizon 2022 program and Swiss SEFRI [Le Secrétariat d'État à la formation, à la recherche et à l'innovation]. The project would involve interaction with industry and academic liaisons as well. Employer will be the University of Geneva.
We are looking for a dynamic, curious, quick-learner with GPU development skills for HPC programming knowledge and advanced knowledge about the Java ecosystem.
Understanding of statistics, signal processing and astronomy/astrophysics/physics would be a plus as a big part of the job would be enabling algorithms for GPU on TornadoVM. We have a direct liaison with the TornadoVM team to support the transition.
We offer the opportunity to be an important part of the international team of researchers, computer scientists and industry leaders working on one of the most successful astronomical projects.
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| Open positions on microelectronics design at ICCUB Barcelona | Closing date: 2023-03-31
Contact: Dr. David Gascon Fora |
| The technology unit of the Institute of Cosmos Sciences of the University of Barcelona (ICCUB) opens several positions in microelectronics design. The selected candidates will be involved in the R&D of new ground and space instruments for some of the scientific key international projects, among others: LHCb detector at CERN, the Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) observatory and the High Energy cosmic-Radiation Detection (HERD). In particular, they will be involved in PETVISION Pathfinder Open project funded by European Innovation Council (EIC). | | ▸ more | The technology unit of the Institute of Cosmos Sciences of the University of Barcelona (ICCUB) opens several positions in microelectronics design.
The ICCUB is an interdisciplinary center with more than 70 long term scientists, more than 20 engineers and 80 postdoctoral researchers and PhD students offering an international and multicultural environment. The ICCUB also hosts a vibrant fundamental research program in cosmology, astrophysics and particle physics, with a strong technology unit supporting our participation in international collaborations in observational astronomy and experimental particle physics.
The selected candidates will be involved in the R&D of new ground and space instruments for some of the scientific key international projects, among others: LHCb detector at CERN, the Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) observatory and the High Energy cosmic-Radiation Detection (HERD).
The ICCUB technology unit has an important technology transfer activity in medical imaging and single photo sensor readout technology. Some of our developments have been transferred to the industry. The selected candidates will be also involved in this activity, in coordination with international leading research centers and industries.
In particular, they will be involved in PETVISION Pathfinder Open project funded by European Innovation Council (EIC).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
As a research engineer specialized in ASIC design there are several tasks to be performed by the candidates. These are the capacities requested for the candidates (not all of them are required for the candidate)
Analog ASIC design:
-definition of specifications
-circuit design and layout
-floor-planning
-Sign-off
-writing of the technical operating documentation and the simulation and test
reports
Digital ASIC design:
-experience in VHDL or Verilog, and TCL scripting.
-knowledge of the full design flow: from RTL description, to synthesis,
physical implementation, post layout verification and generation of a clean
GDS.
-low-power optimization techniques.
Characterization:
-experience with lab instrumentation.
-testing, verification and characterization
-calibration & characterization
-participation in test beams
-participation in radiation qualification campaigns
-The candidate will collaborate effectively with all parts of the ASIC design: from definition to conception and until evaluation.
-The candidate must be able to work in collaboration with other engineers.
-The selected selected candidates will work in the follow-up of the projects, writes the documentation and publications and makes the associated presentations
-The selected candidates will advise the users (physicists and engineers directly attached to the research groups) on the operation of the circuits
-The selected candidates will collaborate with groups from different research centers and industries
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Engineering degree or equivalent with additional training and relevant experience oriented towards electronics, computer science and development of ASICs.
Good knowledge of electronics and excellent knowledge of computer tools for ASIC design (Cadence) and simulation (spectre).
Written and oral proficiency in English to perform all tasks described in both languages
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Good knowledge of digital and signoff tools (Cadence Genus & Innovus tools).
A PhD in electronics will be positively considered.
A few years of professional experience in ASIC development will be positively considered.
OTHER COMPETENCIES:
Human capacity for conciliation and negotiation
Ability to manage, plan and anticipate tasks before execution
Ability to organize large international projects
Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
Ability to follow, acquire and master the latest high-tech techniques
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
The position is offered for two years, with the possibility of extending them up to a total of four years.
Gross annual salary will be commensurate with experience of the candidate and includes social security and public healthcare benefits, covering spouse and children.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE:
Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, including education, experience, list of publications and presentations, and a letter of motivation including research interests.
Applicants must email Dr. David Gascon Fora (dgascon @ fqa.ub.edu) with the Curriculum Vitae (CV) in free format and a motivation letter.
The selection process, according to the number of applicants, will consist of curricular pre-selection and a candidate interview.
Curriculum vitae of the applicant. It is important to provide detail concerning tasks, technologies and tools used in previous jobs. Up to 60 points.
Candidate interview. In this interview, the candidate has to demonstrate problem-solving skills and technical skills, up to 40 points.
The applicant must score at least 80 points to pass the assessment.
Application will be open until positions are filled.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
The Institute of Cosmos Sciences is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Institute of Cosmos Sciences promotes a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities in physical sciences to apply. For additional information please see the Diversity, equity and inclusion Commission.
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| Postdoctoral Position at the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences | Closing date: 2023-04-10
Contact: Michal Bursa |
| The Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences (ASU) advertises a call for post-doc positions with the expected start in mid 2023. | | ▸ more | ASU is a public research institution and the largest professional astronomical organization in the Czech Republic, located at Ondrejov observatory and in Prague. Successful applicants will collaborate with researchers in our scientific departments (theory, observation, and data analysis are all welcome). The Institute is involved in space programs of ESA and ground-based projects within ESO as well as its own observational projects. Experience in one of the subjects studied at ASU is valued but interesting independent new projects will be also considered.
The appointment is initially for one year; an extension for another year is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance. A necessary condition is to satisfy legal requirements for employment in the Czech Republic (EU member state). Salary will be based on the domestic level (cca 1450 EUR/month before taxes) and it includes health insurance. There is a possibility of institute accommodation in Ondrejov; in Prague private accommodation has to be arranged. The starting date of employment is expected to be 1st July 2023 and is slightly negotiable.
In a cover letter please indicate the working group that you intend to join and provide the exact date of PhD defense. Applicants should contact an Institute researcher with whom they wish to work for further information, to define a joint research programme and to discuss the starting date. This is considered to be an important part of the proposal.
Applications shall contain: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of Publications, Summary of Research Plans). Submit the application by email to: info @ asu.cas.cz, with subject "POSTDOC 2023", and attach a single PDF that will include all required parts.
Applications can be submitted before finishing PhD, in which case a statement from the supervisor stating the planned date of the defense should be included. Successful candidates must hold PhD degree in the field and present a certificate of that by 28th of April 2023. Preferences will be given to early-stage researchers.
Please arrange for the minimum of two recommendation letters to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 6 months before the application deadline.
To receive full consideration, the application deadline is 10th of April 2023 till the end of the day (Prague/Europe timezone). The receipt of applications will be acknowledged by email. Once the evaluation process is completed, successful applicants will be notified (short list will be preselected within 2 weeks from the application deadline).
Further information:
o https://asu.cas.cz/en for the list of working groups at the Institute
o https://www.euraxess.cz/ for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic
o http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living
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| Postdoc position: Machine learning for imaging, generative modeling and data analysis in radio-astronomy | Closing date: 2023-04-02
Contact: Daniel Schaerer |
| The Stochastic Information Processing Group (SIP) (http://sip.unige.ch), University of Geneva, Switzerland, has an open post-doc position in machine learning for imaging, generative modeling and data analysis in radio-astronomy. | | ▸ more | Profile:
* PhD degree in one of the following domains: computer science, data science, radio-astronomy, physics or electrical and computer science engineering
* Solid experience with machine learning in image processing applications with preferable knowledge of recent concepts in generative models such as diffusion and score models, transformers and inverse problem solvers
* Good knowledge of radio-interferometric imaging or strong understanding of signal processing concepts related to Fourier transform and sampling
* Strong programming skills in Python with demonstrated experience in PyTorch or TF that will be verified
* Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
* Strong analytical abilities and problem solving/troubleshooting skills ?
We offer:
* Great collaboration environment
* Flexibility in research and career development
* Support in publishing papers and attending top international events ?
* Collaboration with leading Swiss institutions working in the domain of radio-astronomy imaging and data analysis
* Salary: about 80?000 CHF per year
* Duration of contract: initial duration of position is 1,5 years
The successful applicant will be involved into the Swiss research project Astrosignals (https://astrosignals.ch) and contribute to the development of machine learning based image processing methods in application to radio-astronomy imaging systems such as SKA and MeerKAT. The postdoc will be a member of a joint team between the Computer Science (the SIP group: (http://sip.unige.ch)) and Astronomy (the starbursts in the Universe group: https://www.unige.ch/sciences/astro/starbursts/team/daniel-schaerer) Departments of the University of Geneva, Switzerland.
The research problems will cover the development of innovative machine learning based imaging, reconstruction, source localization and classification. The part of project is also dedicated to the development of digital twins of radio-astronomy imaging systems. The developed methods will be validated on both synthetic and real data.
The SIP group has a broad network of international collaboration and has excellent possibilities to organize scientific exchange with the leading Swiss Universities.
STARTING DATE
September 1, 2023 or can be discussed.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applications should be submitted via:
https://forms.gle/2i9w7Vhg2coAg2rv5
The application deadline:
There is no strict application deadline but the position will be filled once an appropriate candidate is found.
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| Numerical Simulation of Meteorite Thermal and Mechanical Properties | Closing date: 2023-03-31
Contact: Matthias Grott |
We search for a highly motivated student to support our project developing discrete element models of asteroid materials and providing a modeling framework that considers the effects of porosity, bonds between particles and cracks to study their influence on thermal and mechanical properties. The numerical models will be compared to mission data as well as the results of laboratory experiments.
You can find more information about the position, the associated tasks, and the application process in the following link:
http://s.dlr.de/kfAyn
| | ▸ more | The DLR Institute of Planetary Research carries out and supports research programs on the internal structure, formation and evolution of the planets, their moons, and asteroids and comets. Techniques employed include remote sensing and in-situ investigations using instruments carried on spacecraft, astronomical observations from the ground, theoretical modeling, and laboratory experiments. The study of asteroids and comets is a topic investigated across all departments of the institute, and the current research project will be carried out in collaboration with the Technische Universität Braunschweig as well as the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin.
Current space missions to asteroids Ryugu and Bennu as well as the analysis of returned samples have provided valuable data on the mechanical and thermal properties of extraterrestrial material. However, the theoretical understanding of the mechanisms governing their physical behavior are still lacking behind. The goal of the current project is to develop numerical models that can be directly compared to laboratory experiments on analogue materials and meteorites, the latter to be performed by our project partners.
We search for a highly motivated student to support our project. The PhD student will develop discrete element models of asteroid materials and provide a modeling framework that considers the effects of porosity, bonds between particles and cracks to study their influence on thermal and mechanical properties. The numerical models will be compared to mission data as well as the results of laboratory experiments.
You can find more information about the position, the associated tasks, and the application process in the following link:
http://s.dlr.de/kfAyn
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| Head of the European ALMA Support Centre | Closing date: 2023-04-16
Contact: Human Resources |
| The EASC provides technical off-site support to ALMA operations through its Technical and Software Support Departments. The EASC coordinates the European activities for ALMA developments and upgrades. The EASC provides Science Operations support to the user community and the ALMA Observatory through the European ALMA Regional Centre (ARC) and its distributed nodes. The EASC further works in close collaboration with the ALMA Programme Scientist at ESO, the Joint ALMA Observatory (JAO), the Data Management and Operations (DMO) division and other ESO organisational units. | | ▸ more | Main Duties and Responsibilities:
As the Head of EASC you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the EASC and will be the high-level contact point at ESO for all EASC-related and ALMA-related matters. You will collaborate with the JAO leadership and the equivalent regional ALMA Programme and Operations Managers of the other ALMA Executives (NRAO in North America and NAOJ in East Asia), and you will be a member of the ALMA Management Team (AMT). You will manage the European ALMA operations and development budget. You will also act as European ALMA Programme Manager for Europe's contribution to the ALMA development programme and support the ESO representation to the ALMA Board and the ALMA Directors Council. As member of the ESO Astronomy Faculty, you are encouraged and expected to conduct active astronomical research.
Reports to:
As a Division Head at ESO, you will report to the Director of Operations.
Key Competences and Experience:
To succeed in this role, we will expect you to be able to exhibit the following essential competences and experience:
- A proven record of at least 15 years of active research;
- A proven record of at least 10 years of experience in management and leadership in a scientific organisation, preferably international;
- Demonstrable ability to collaborate with partner teams and institutions in joint projects and activities;
- Established record of operations management, including budget and staff management;
- Think strategically and take effective decisions and provide leadership;
- Able to elaborate a vision of the future and set goals to achieve this but at the same time, have the flexibility to make timely and appropriate changes to plans as required;
- Political intelligence and influence, being able to manage internal and external stakeholder relationships;
- Builds strong and effective links within and outside the organisation;
- Demonstrates initiative, pro-activeness and good negotiation skills;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Works effectively in an international and multi-disciplinary team environment.
Observational and technical experience in sub-mm radio astronomy would be an asset.
Qualifications:
Basic requirements for the position include a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, physics or related fields.
Language skills:
The position requires a working knowledge of English.
Remuneration and Contract:
We offer an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary (tax free), comprehensive pension scheme and medical, educational and other social benefits, as well as financial help in relocating your family and the possibility to place your child/children in daycare.
ESO aims to support members of personnel in maintaining a good work-life balance (https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/intstaff/#work-life-balance) between their professional and private life. ESO is also committed to offering family-friendly support (https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/intstaff/#family-friendly-support), creating a work environment and policies which allow staff to balance their professional and private responsibilities through flexible working arrangements and financial support for families.
The contract is for a fixed term duration of three years, and is subject to successful completion of the probation period. There may be a possibility of extension(s) subject to individual performance and organisational requirements, and as defined in the applicable policies and staff rules and regulations. For any further information, please visit ESO's conditions of employment (https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/). Please note that the contract policy and in particular the regulations concerning fixed-term and indefinite contracts are currently under review which may lead to changes in the contractual conditions applicable to this position.
Duty Station:
Garching near Munich, Germany.
Duty travels to the ALMA Observatory in Chile and to the partner organisations will be expected, to attend meetings, perform monitoring of the operations, and to get feedback from users. In addition, various other travels for short meetings, reviews, and presentations are required.
Career Path: VII
Application:
If you are interested in working in areas of frontline science and technology and in a stimulating international environment, please visit http://www.eso.org for further details.
Applicants are invited to apply online at http://jobs.eso.org/. Applications must be completed in English and should include a motivation letter and CV. Within your CV, please provide the names and contact details of three persons familiar with your work and willing to provide a recommendation letter upon request. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.
Deadline for applications is 16 April 2023.
Interviews are expected to start soon after this date.
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| Postdoctoral Position in Cosmology | Closing date: 2023-03-15
Contact: Maciej Bilicki |
| The Computational Cosmology Group at the Center for Theoretical Physics PAS, Warsaw, is offering a postdoctoral position within the project PACIS: Precision and Accuracy for Cosmological Imaging Surveys led by Prof. Maciej Bilicki. | | ▸ more | The successful applicant will contribute to cosmological studies with deep wide-field imaging surveys by designing and analyzing novel galaxy catalogs. We seek candidates with a PhD degree (awarded no earlier than in 2016*) in astronomy, physics, or computational sciences, who have experience in handling astronomical data using machine learning or other computational techniques. Practical knowledge of deep learning, methods to select galaxies or estimate their redshifts from imaging data, will be additional assets.
The Computational Cosmology Group at CTP PAS collaborates with partners from KiDS, LSST DESC, 4MOST & LOFAR. The prospective postdoctoral researcher will be welcome to work with these international consortia.
The position is offered initially for two years, with a possible extension for the third year, subject to satisfactory performance. The salary will amount to ca. 90k PLN (~19k EUR) per year after taxes and social security contribution. There is also dedicated budget for travel and personal computing equipment. The position can start at any time agreed with the candidate.
Interested candidates should send a single pdf file including a cover letter, a research statement (max. 3 pages), CV, and a publication list, to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl referring to MB/03/2023. Applicants should also arrange to have at least two reference letters sent to the same address by the deadline.
The Center for Theoretical Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. Women and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
* This can be extended in case of documented parental or sick leave.
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| Six long-term postdoctoral positions for the 4D-STAR project | Closing date: 2023-03-24
Contact: Conny Aerts |
We announce six vacancies for long-term
postdoctoral positions in the framework of the project 4D-STAR, a
transnational initiative funded by the European Research Council as
Synergy Grant (1/9/2023-31/8/2029, website: 4D-STAR.org). Apply by 24 March 2023 via
https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60187177
Best regards,
Conny Aerts, Corresponding Principle Investigator (Leuven, Belgium)
Aaron Dotter, Principle Investigator (Dartmouth, USA)
Stéphane Mathis, Principle Investigator (Sac | | ▸ more | We invite motivated candidates to apply for postdoctoral positions as part of the 6-year Synergy Grant 4D-STAR, a transnational project funded by the European Research Council. 4D-STAR will develop new theory and open-source modules to simulate the evolution of rotating magnetic stars in 3 spatial and 1 time dimension, calibrated by asteroseismic observables of single and binary stars, as well as by star clusters. To reach the 4D-STAR goals, we will integrate four teams led by asteroseismologist Conny Aerts at KU Leuven (Belgium), theoretical astrophysicst Stéphane Mathis at CEA-Saclay (France), astrophysical fluid dynamicist Michel Rieutord at Toulouse (France), and stellar evolution software developer Aaron Dotter at Dartmouth College (USA). The six selected candidates will have ample opportunity for research stays at each of the four 4D-STAR nodes. They will also be offered training in science and people management, in student supervision and lecturing, in science communication, and in grant application writing with the aim to develop a personal independent career track.
Full description and application page: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60187177
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| Research Position in Dynamics of Planetary Systems | Closing date: 2023-04-10
Contact: Alexandre Correia |
| The Centre for Physics of the University of Coimbra (CFisUC), Portugal, invites applications for a research position in Dynamics of Planetary Systems under the CEEC FCT 2023 program. Applicants can be researchers of all nationalities, who have the potential to develop innovative research and have a relevant scientific CV in Astrophysics. | | ▸ more | Description:
The successful applicant is expected to do research in one of the following topics: solar system dynamics, TNOs, planet formation and evolution, dynamics of multi-planetary systems. Applications by researchers working on other research topics related to the field of solar system or exoplanets will also be evaluated.
Qualifications:
PhD in Astrophysics or similar already concluded.
Application deadline: 10th April 2023
Expecting starting date: Fall 2023, to be agreed upon with the successful candidate.
Host institution: CFisUC, Department of Physics, University of Coimbra, PORTUGAL (EU).
Salary: from 30.000 to 60.000 EUR / year (depending on experience).
Benefits include social security and 23 vacation days.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
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Job Reference: CEEC-FCT-23
Language: English
Candidates should contact Prof. Alexandre Correia (acor @ uc.pt) before April 10th 2023, with the following documents:
1. CV (including publication list)
2. A brief research plan (maximum 3 pages)
3. Name and contact of 2 scientists who can provide a letter of recommendation.
4. Motivation letter
The pre-selected candidate will get the support from the CFisUC to apply to the CEEC program.
Contacts and further information:
Alexandre Correia:
http://faculty.uc.pt/uc44419
CFisUC:
https://cfisuc.fis.uc.pt/
University of Coimbra:
https://www.uc.pt/fctuc/fisica/en/
FCT Program:
https://www.fct.pt/apoios/contratacaodoutorados/empregocientifico/ceec_ind_6.phtml.en
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