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| The cosmic evolution of Lithium: A consistent study of the cosmological, solar, galactic, and globular cluster Lithium | Closing date: 2020-06-01
Contact: Prof. Corinne Charbonnel |
We invite applications for a PhD position at the Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva (UniGe, Switzerland). The study will be supervised by Prof. Corinne Charbonnel (UniGe) and Dr Nikos Prantzos (Institut d Astrophysique de Paris, France).
The project is funded by the Swiss National Foundation (grant 200020_192039, PI C.Charbonnel). In addition to salary, the PhD position includes a budget for travel expenses to attend conferences and make research visits
| | ▸ more | The project aims at understanding the cosmic evolution of Lithium-7 (Li) from the Big Bang to the present day, by addressing in a consistent way the four main Li enigma: 1) the cosmological Li problem, 2) the solar Li depletion, 3) the presence of Li in multiple stellar populations in globular clusters, 4) the puzzling Li behaviour observed in the Milky Way (thin and thick disk, bulge, halo). The successful candidate will first compute state-of-the-art stellar models accounting for sophisticated magneto-hydrodynamical processes already included in our stellar evolution code to explain the Li behavior in stars of various ages, masses, and metallicities, and to trace back the original Li content of the different Galactic populations, including star clusters. She/he will then use the derived constraints to determine the actual contribution of different Li sources in the Galaxy and in massive star clusters using a state-of-the-art chemical evolution model of the Milky Way. The project is particularly timely as it will fully exploit the many large spectroscopic surveys (e.g. Gaia-ESO, GALAH, AMBRE) that start providing accurate Li abundances for tens of thousands of stars with precise distances and kinematics provided by the Gaia satellite.
Suitable candidates must hold a Master degree or equivalent in Astrophysics or Theoretical Physics. Applicants that do not yet have the degree but are expected to get it by the Summer of 2020 will be considered for the position, on the condition that proof of the degree is provided in due time.
UniGe is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and particularly encourages women and other underrepresented groups to apply. The Department of Astronomy of UniGe provides an active and vibrant research environment in all fields of astrophysics (exoplanets, stars, galaxies, cosmology). Normal duration of a PhD thesis at UniGe is 4 years.
A complete application package must be send as a single pdf file to Corinne.Charbonnel @ unige.ch and includes: i) a CV (not exceeding 2 pages), ii) certificates of education including grades and lecture program, iii) a description of the applicant's interests in the project and previous research experience (not exceeding 3 pages). Additionally, two reference letters must be send directly to Corinne.Charbonnel @ unige.ch
Further inquiries about the position are welcome.
http://obswww.unige.ch/~charbonnel/
http://obswww.unige.ch/~charbonnel/phdposition/
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| PhD position in astrophysics at the Technical University Berlin | Closing date: 2020-04-31
Contact: Prof. Dr. Jörg Büchner |
The group "Simulation and Modeling of Astrophysical Reconnection and Turbulence" at the Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics at the Technical University Berlin is advertising a research assistant PhD position.
The topic is plasma-astrophysical numerical simulations to understand solar and pulsar radio-signals.
The position is funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG) for three years.
For more details please see: https://tub.stellenticket.de/de/offers/78737 | | ▸ more | https://tub.stellenticket.de/de/offers/78737
Working field:
-Plasma-astrophysical numerical simulations to understand solar and pulsar radiosignals
-The work will be carried out in the framework of the GACR-DFG (Czech-German) research project: ?Understanding modern radioastronomical observations via advanced plasma simulations? funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG)
-Kinetic plasma simulations of magnetic reconnection and electron acceleration causing solar and pulsar the radio emissions
-Close collaboration with the Observatory Ondrejov (Czech Republic) for large-scale MHD simulations and radio-observations by the LOFAR and ALMA telescopes
-PhD thesis preparation is possible
Requirements:
-Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) in physics, preferably in astrophysics and/or plasma physics
-Knowledge of programming languages (Phyton, C, Fortran ...)
-Language proficiency: good command of German and/or English (oral and written) required; willingness to learn either English or German is expected
-Astrophysical and plasma-physical knowledge
-Enthusiasm about learning and doing research in plasma astrophysics by means of computer simulations using codes, programs and diagnostic tools written in C and Python
-Ability to work in a team, the Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics, the SMART group of the TU Berlin, the international collaboration
How to apply:
Please send your written application with the reference number and the usual documents to Technische Universität Berlin - Der Präsident - Fakultät II, Zentrum für Astronomie und Astrophysik, Prof. Dr. Büchner, Sekr. EW 8-1, Hardenbergstr. 36, 10623 Berlin or by e-mail to buechner @ tu-berlin.de.
The application should contain:
- a short statement of research interests and motivation
- a CV
- copies of university degrees (Bachelor, Master or equivalent)
- full transcripts of academic records (list of courses with credit and grades in English or German)
- an abstract of the Master thesis (in English or German)
- contact details (email addresses) for two letters of recommendation
To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities.
Please send copies only. Original documents will not be returned.
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| SKA Operations Scientist/SAFe® Product Manager | Closing date: 2020-04-30
Contact: Human Resources |
This role is ideal for candidates with software development experience within a radio astronomy environment.
To apply online please visit our recruitment portal: https://recruitment.skatelescope.org/vacancy/ska-operations-scientist-safe%C2%AE-product-manager-412899.html | | ▸ more | The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) is a global project to build a multi-purpose radio telescope that will play a major role in answering key questions in modern astrophysics and cosmology. Thirteen countries are now participating in the project, with others engaged in discussions regarding possible membership. Facilities for the new telescope will be located in South Africa and Australia, with our headquarters in a purpose-built building at Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK. SKA HQ currently houses around 90 staff but has just undergone a major expansion to accommodate up to 150 staff as the project moves towards construction and operation of the SKA telescopes.
Negotiations between the governments of SKA member countries to establish the SKA Observatory as an Inter-Governmental Organisation (IGO) have recently concluded; the IGO is expected to be established in late 2020.
The Role
The SKA Science Operations team is seeking to employ a talented and motivated individual to act as a SAFe Product Manager to support and guide the software development for the construction of the SKA telescopes.
The role will cover aspects related to the development of the software for Pulsar astronomy with the SKA, in particular the pulsar search and timing components of the telescope. In addition, the interfaces to the correlator/beam-former and the science data processor are important components of the role.
As a Product Manager, the appointee will represent the interests of the SKA Operations team and will be responsible for ensuring that the SAFe teams deliver value to the SKA SAFe programme by setting priorities, helping to define the work tasks, and populating the backlog of work. As a Product Manager they will have the responsibility for defining when work is completed and accepting that work into the Programme.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
Working as a member of the SAFe Product Management team with key internal and external SKA stakeholders, including the Lead Product Manager, Head of Science Operations and the SKA System Scientist, the post holder will:
Be a member of the Product Management Team to develop and communicate the roadmap for the SKA Observatory’s software development programme.
Define and prioritise the content of the programme backlog.
Develop work tasks and features and explain them to the teams.
Define acceptance criteria for the work under their ownership and be responsible for accepting the results of the work carried out.
Work with the Product Management Team to establish the vision for the SKA Observatory software development programme, and communicate that vision to the teams and stakeholders.
Be an expert stakeholder for the teams.
Attend Programme Increment (PI) planning meetings (every 3 months) to prioritise and plan future work and report on work carried out.
Communicate and work with the teams so that they understand the backlog items, their features, objectives and priorities.
Work with stakeholders to understand and define program objectives.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
The post holder will have:
A PhD, or equivalent, in Astronomy, Physics, Computer Science or a closely related field, or equivalent experience in a professional scientific computing capacity.
Experience of software development in a radio astronomy environment, or equivalent.
Experience with the operation of radio observatories and the acquisition and reduction of astronomical data, in particular for pulsar astronomy.
The ability to manage workloads and targets in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Ability to work effectively with engineers and scientists from a variety of cultures.
The capability and willingness to work in a team as a flexible, adaptable team player, able to work to deadlines.
Excellent communication skills in English both upwards and downwards and with highly specialised project teams.
Willingness to occasionally travel, nationally and internationally.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
The ability to influence people in widely differing parts of a complex organisation.
Experience in a similar role within a Software Development Project in a Scientific/Astronomical environment.
Agile certification (Scaled Agile Program Consultant, BCS Agile Practitioner certification or similar).
Project management experience in a software development environment.
Experience of working with teams across multiple time zones.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the core the SKA's agenda and we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. Our aim to is recruit and retain the most talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or nationality.
Women have traditionally been under-represented in the fields of science and engineering; SKA Organisation 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.
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| Post-doc in microlensing at University of Warsaw (Poland) | Closing date: 2020-03-29
Contact: Radoslaw Poleski |
| Applications are invited for two research adjunct positions (postdoctoral research equivalent) at Astronomical Observatory, University of Warsaw (Poland) in a discipline of astronomy from Polish Returns grant by National Agency for Academic Exchange. Successful applicants will be working on wide-orbit and free-floating planet studies using gravitational microlensing technique including analysis of existing satellite data and planning future satellite experiments. Candidates will be hired full time for at least two years. Deadline for applications is March 29, 2020, 11am UT. | | ▸ more | Applications are invited for two research adjunct positions (postdoctoral research equivalent) at Astronomical Observatory, University of Warsaw (Poland) in a discipline of astronomy from Polish Returns grant by National Agency for Academic Exchange. Successful applicants will be working on wide-orbit and free-floating planet studies using gravitational microlensing technique including analysis of existing satellite data and planning future satellite experiments. Candidates will be hired full time for at least two years. The maximum employment period ends in December 2023. The employment should start in between April and July 2020. The salary will be higher than the University of Warsaw average at a comparable position by 10%-75%. Deadline for applications is March 29, 2020, 11am UT. Applications should be send via e-mail to hiring @ astrouw.edu.pl. The results will be announced via email and on Astronomical Observatory website. The expected date of results announcement is April 4, 2020.
Requirements:
- PhD in astronomy or related field (understanding of astronomical concepts will be required). Candidates may apply before PhD defence, but will have to present PhD diploma before starting position.
- Previous research experience and international experience adequate for the stage of scientific career. Preferred (not required) experience in areas of: gravitational microlensing, analysis of large datasets, applying for and executing astronomical observations, in particular adaptive optics, or Bayesian statistics.
- Good publication record.
- Good programming and data-visualization skills. Experience with Linux or Mac operating systems.
- Very good communication skills in written and spoken English.
Required documents:
- cover letter with scanned signature,
- CV,
- lists of most important publications, conference presentations, grants, and research experience explanation,
- copy of the PhD diploma,
- candidates should arrange 1-3 recommendation letters to be send to hiring @ astrouw.edu.pl by March 29, 2020, 11am UT,
- declaration of accepting the rules of job application: docx[1] or pdf[2],
- GDPR form[3].
This job advertisement is the first step of hiring process. If you have questions, please send an e-mail to hiring @ astrouw.edu.pl.
Links:
[1] https://www.fuw.edu.pl/tl_files/dokumenty/konkursy/Oswiadczenie_o_zapoznaniu_sie_z_zasadami_konkursow_na_stanowiska_nauczycieli_akademickich_na_UW_ang.docx
[2] https://www.fuw.edu.pl/tl_files/dokumenty/konkursy/Oswiadczenie_o_zapoznaniu_sie_z_zasadami_konkursow_na_stanowiska_nauczycieli_akademickich_na_UW_ang.pdf
[3] www.bsp.adm.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/sites/166/2019/12/Klauzula-informacyjna-przy-rekrutacji-do-pracy_11_2019_EN.docx
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| Postdoctoral associate position in the area of star-exoplanet systems | Closing date: 2020-04-30
Contact: Prof. Dr. Katja Poppenhäger |
| The Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) invites applications for a Postdoctoral associate position in the area of star-exoplanet systems. The successful candidate is expected to work in an original research area that relates to exoplanets and/or their host stars. The focus of the research should be observational or in the field of comparing theory/simulations to observations. The initial appointment will be made for 2 years, with a possible extension by additional 2 years. | | ▸ more | The candidate's research program should connect to the existing research topics in the group of Prof. Katja Poppenhäger. Current areas of research are: exoplanet studies using spectroscopy and photometry, exoplanet atmosphere evaporation, the stellar age-activity-rotation relationship, stellar flares, and star-planet interaction. The AIP provides excellent opportunities for observational research, for example through available telescope time at the Large Binocular Telescope and the institute-owned STELLA telescopes.
Applicants should hold a PhD degree in astrophysics or a related discipline at the time of starting the position. Applicants are expected to have solid experience in exoplanet or host star research, backed up by an appropriate publication record.
We aim to fill this position by summer 2020. The initial appointment will be made for 2 years, with a possible extension by additional 2 years. The salary will be based on the German public service scale (TV-L E13). Benefits include employer contributions to medical and dental insurance, maternity leave, and retirement benefits.
Applications for the postdoctoral position should be submitted via the AIP job application portal https://jobs.aip.de/rec056 and contain a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including publication list, and a statement of research experience and future plans, the latter not exceeding 3 pages. Applicants should also provide the contact information for 3 reference letter writers via the application portal. Applications received by April 30, 2020 will receive full consideration.
The AIP is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and particularly encourages women and other underrepresented groups to apply. Preference will be given to people with disabilities with equal competence.
Contact:
Leibniz-Institut fuür Astrophysik Potsdam (AIP)
Prof. Dr. Katja Poppenhäger
An der Sternwarte 16
14482 Potsdam
Germany
E-Mail for enquiries: bewerbung_2020-05 @ aip.de
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| PhD student position on simulations of star-planet interactions | Closing date: 2020-04-30
Contact: Prof. Dr. Katja Poppenhäger |
The Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) invites applications for a PhD student position in the area of simulations of star-planet interactions.
The focus of the offered PhD project is to numerically investigate possible scenarios for magnetic star-planet interactions, with particular emphasis on examining the consequences for both the star and the exoplanet. | | ▸ more | Processes such as exoplanet atmosphere loss driven by coronal mass ejections and the possible influence on stellar activity signatures due to interactions with the exoplanet?s magnetosphere will be considered. The successful candidate will employ supercomputer models that simulate the magnetized environment of the global system, including the corona, stellar wind and planetary magnetosphere and atmospheric outflows. The PhD student will be supervised by Prof. Katja Poppenhäger and mentored by Dr. Julián D. Alvarado-Gómez.
Applicants should hold a Master's degree or equivalent in astrophysics or a related discipline at the time of starting the position. Applicants are expected to have some experience in scientific coding.
We aim to fill this position by summer 2020. The salary will be based on the German public service scale (65% TV-L E13). Benefits include employer contributions to medical and dental insurance, maternity leave, and retirement benefits.
Applications for the position should be submitted via the AIP job application portal https://jobs.aip.de/rec057 and contain a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a statement of previous research experience, the latter not exceeding 2 pages. Applicants should also provide the contact information for 2 reference letter writers via the application portal. Applications received by April 30, 2020 will receive full consideration.
The AIP is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and particularly encourages women and other underrepresented groups to apply. Preference will be given to people with disabilities with equal competence.
Contact:
Leibniz-Institut für Astrophysik Potsdam (AIP)
Prof. Dr. Katja Poppenhäger
An der Sternwarte 16
14482 Potsdam
E-Mail for enquiries: bewerbung_2020-06 @ aip.de
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| PhD Position in Computational Heliophysics | Closing date: 2020-04-20
Contact: Kamen Kozarev |
| PhD position is offered at the Solar and Space Weather Group, Institute of Astronomy, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. The successful applicant will work with Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of the nature of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, he/she will analyze and model EUV imaging observations of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (mostly SDO/AIA), as well as low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME | | ▸ more | This PhD position is offered at the Solar and Space Weather Group, Institute of Astronomy, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. The successful applicant will work with Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of the nature of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, he/she will analyze and model EUV imaging observations of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (mostly SDO/AIA), as well as low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME emission (MWA and LOFAR telescopes).
- PhD position is part of 5-year project ?Modeling and ObServAtional Integrated Investigations of Coronal Solar Eruptions? (MOSAIICS) starting in May 2020, funded by the National Science Fund of Bulgaria; Project PI is Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev;
- This 3-year position is open until filled, with a preferable starting date in July 2020; working language is English.
- PhD fees fully covered and a very competitive stipend of approximately ?920/month (tax-free) provided for EU-citizens (Average salary in Bulgaria is ?600/month, pre-tax). Separate travel funding will be provided as well. Representative numbers for the cost of living can be found at https://bit.ly/2TRohMp;
Requirements:
Master?s degree in Physics/Astrophysics/Data Science or related discipline; demonstrated interest in computational astrophysics/heliophysics, space weather, and machine/deep learning; great writing and communication skills in English;
Previous experience and publications in scientific programming and visualization, especially with Python (SunPy, Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, etc.), Linux/Unix environments, version control, machine/deep learning (Torch, Keras, Tensorflow), high-performance computing, and/or data science will be considered an advantage.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Kamen Kozarev (kkozarev @ astro.bas.bg), arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to him, and provide a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing their experience and interests, and a list of publications (where available). Qualifying applicants will be interviewed and sit an entrance exam (written and oral), which can be taken remotely.
Additional Information:
- The overall goal of the MOSAIICS project is to adopt an integrated approach providing a deeper understanding of the plasma processes leading to charged particle acceleration by CMEs near the Sun. The project?s high level objectives are to (i) develop and integrate novel image processing and machine learning techniques to reliably analyze radio and EUV remote imaging observations of CMEs and their shocks; (ii) investigate the origins and evolution of radio emission from energetic electron beams in CMEs, comparing with in situ measurements; (iii) develop and apply advanced global data-driven models of particle acceleration and transport to test and improve our theoretical understanding of SEP production and transport.
- Recently, the Institute of Astronomy has installed a new 192-core server cluster, and is adding a multi-GPU server node for advanced computations dedicated to the MOSAIICS project. Supercomputer time on BAS-owned and operated systems is also available.
- The Institute of Astronomy is a leader in astrophysical research in Bulgaria and Southeast Europe. It hosts over 40 researchers working in several areas of astrophysics, namely solar activity and solar system small bodies, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and cosmology. Additionally, IANAO staff have strong expertise in operating and maintaining the National Observatory Rozhen - a dedicated facility in the Rhodopi mountains with a flagship 2-meter reflective optical telescope, as well as a number of smaller research-grade telescopes. For more information, visit http://astro.bas.bg.
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| PhD postion in Star Formation | Closing date: 2020-05-01
Contact: Rebeca Garcia Lopez |
| A fully funded 4 year PhD position to work primarily in the area of star and planet formation is available in the UCD School of Physics in Dublin (Ireland) under the supervision of Dr. Rebeca Garcia Lopez. | | ▸ more | The successful candidate will work on high angular resolution studies of protoplanetary disks to probe the initial conditions for terrestrial planet formation and how matter is accreted and ejected from the central star. This project will exploit the power of state-of-the-art instrumentation such as GRAVITY at the European Southern Observatory?s (ESO) Very Large Telescope Interferometer (VLTI) to spatially resolve the inner regions of protoplanetary disk.
Requirements: applicants need to have gained a first class or upper second honors degree (or equivalent) or a master?s degree in an appropriate subject (e.g. astronomy or physics). A good command of English, to at least IELTS level 6.5, is also required for international applicants. The successful student will be expected to start on September 2020.
For additional information regarding the research topic, please contact Dr. Rebeca Garcia Lopez (rebeca.garcialopez @ ucd.ie). Applicants should include the following documents with their application: cv, degree certificates (where available) and transcript of records, a brief description of their research interests and experience, along with the names and contact details of two referees who can be approached for letters of recommendation. Completed applications should be sent directly to rebeca.garcialopez @ ucd.ie and those submitted by Friday 1st May 2020 will receive our full consideration.
Studentships will be awarded for a total of four years, of which the first year is probationary, and will cover all university fees, the cost of a laptop, travel to conferences, etc., and a tax-free maintenance allowance of ?18,000 p.a.
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| Full Professor at The Australian National University, Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA) | Closing date: 2020-03-31
Contact: Sareh Rajabi |
Do you have a "two-body problem"?
CGA encompasses all aspects of gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, including instrumentation, theory and data analysis, source follow-up and multi-messenger astronomy. This presents a great opportunity for people facing the ?two-body? problem! Even if your partner is not involved in GW research, we still may be able to accommodate very capable people. | | ▸ more | The Australian National University in Canberra, Australia, has recently established a new Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA), jointly supported by the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Research School of Physics.
The Centre encompasses all aspects of gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, including instrumentation, theory and data analysis, source follow-up and multi-messenger astronomy. It will bring together existing ANU researchers in these areas under one umbrella and expand the capability by making up to seven new tenure-track academic appointments across these research programs over the next year. The inaugural CGA Director is Professor David McClelland.
We are now seeking Expressions of Interest for the key appointment of a Full Professor (Level E). It is the intention that the appointee will initially take on the role of Deputy Director, in the anticipation that they will take over as Director within the next five years. We are seeking an inspirational scientific leader with an equity agenda from any area of research covered by the Centre, who can grow ANU?s leadership across all areas of gravitational wave astronomy. If you think you have the skills, vision and drive required to fill this role, please consider applying, regardless of your current level of appointment.
The appointment comes with an attractive start-up package and the ability to help shape the future of the CGA through subsequent faculty hires. This is a tenure-track position with a negotiable probation period.
We are now seeking a 2-page Expression of Interest (EoI), along with a complete CV. EoIs will be accepted any time up to 31 March 2020. We anticipate advertising the position in mid-December with a closing date for applications in late January 2020. You are encouraged to contact Professor David McClelland (david.mcclelland @ anu.edu.au) for further information. Please email your expression of interest and CV to the CGA Administrator, Dr Sareh Rajabi (sareh.rajabi @ anu.edu.au), before the closing date.
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| Tenure-Track Position in Gravitational Astrophysics, The Australian National University | Closing date: 2020-03-31
Contact: Sareh Rajabi |
Tenure-Track Position in Gravitational Astrophysics, ANU
(open to female identifying candidates only) | | ▸ more | The Australian National University in Canberra, Australia, has recently established a new Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA), jointly supported by the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Research School of Physics.
The Centre encompasses all aspects of gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, including instrumentation, theory and data analysis, source follow-up and multi-messenger astronomy. It will bring together existing ANU researchers in these areas under one umbrella and expand the capability by making up to seven new tenure-track academic appointments across these research programs over the next year. The inaugural CGA Director is Professor David McClelland.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding early or mid-career academic with a strong research record in gravitational wave astrophysics (theory and data analysis, source follow-up, multi-messenger astronomy). This will be a tenure-track position attracting a significant start-up package. It will be a key foundation position in the CGA. The appointee will assist with recruiting additional appointments into the CGA, helping to shape its future.
We are now seeking Expressions of Interest (EoI) in this position. An EoI will comprise a 1-page statement of achievement and proposed program of research at ANU, along with a 2-page CV. EoIs will be accepted any time up until January 12, 2020. Please email your EOI to the CGA administrator, Dr Sareh Rajabi, sareh.rajabi @ anu.edu.au, and expect confirmation of receipt.
For further information, please contact Professor Susan Scott (susan.scott @ anu.edu.au) or Professor David McClelland (david.mcclelland @ anu.edu.au) at RSPhys and/or Associate Professor Christian Wolf (christian.wolf @ anu.edu.au) at RSAA.
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| Carry out your own PhD project! - in Astrophysics - supervised by Prof. Eva Grebel (University of Heidelberg) | Closing date: 2020-03-31
Contact: Stefanie Peer |
| The Hector Fellow Academy offers you the opportunity to realize a self-developed research project under supervision Prof. Eva Grebel. She is one of the Hector Fellows, a community of outstanding professors from different research institutions across Germany working in STEM-subjects, medicine, and psychology. | | ▸ more | Prof. Eva Grebel is one of the leading researchers in the field of galaxy evolution and stellar population studies and belongs to the most highly cited scientists in astronomy. As a pioneer in the new research field "galactic archaeology", she uses ages, motions, and chemical composition of stars as fossil witnesses of the evolution of nearby galaxies and the Milky Way. She investigates star formation and heavy-element enrichment as well as the role of merger processes with smaller galaxies.
Your profile
You are enthusiastic about developing and investigating an innovative research idea within the discipline of Prof. Eva Grebel? You have a master?s degree in a scientific or engineering subject with excellent grades? You stand out from your peers due to your strong commitment and independent work? You are team oriented and communicative? You are willing to change your place of residence to Heidelberg?
Our offer
Our PhD students are employed as full-time research assistants at the University of Heidelberg for a period of three years. The salary is determined by the institute?s guidelines (according to the general pay scale of German universities approx. 47,000 EUR gross income per year). In addition, Hector Fellow PhD students receive grants for research expenses (15,000 EUR per year) and are given the opportunity to gain interdisciplinary expertise and relevant soft skills by participating in selected training activities.
Your application
Apply with your innovative, high-quality research idea via our Application Portal.
Current application period: January 15th ? March 31st, 2020
Further information regarding the application process and the Hector Fellow Academy is available on www.hector-fellow-academy.de.
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| Postdoctoral Research Position on Deep Learning in Heliophysics | Closing date: 2020-05-01
Contact: Kamen Kozarev |
| A two-year position with a possibility for extension, preferable starting date in May or June 2020; working language is English. The position will focus on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, you will process, analyze and model EUV imaging of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (SDO/AIA), as well as advanced low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME emission (MWA and LOFAR telescopes). | | ▸ more | A two-year postdoctoral position with a possibility for extension, preferable starting date in May or June 2020; working language is English. The postdoctoral position will focus on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, you will process, analyze and model extreme UV (EUV) imaging of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (SDO/AIA, STEREO/EUVI, Proba-2/SWAP instruments), as well as advanced low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME emission (MWA and LOFAR telescopes).
- The position is part of a 5-year project "Modeling and ObServAtional Integrated Investigations of Coronal Solar Eruptions" (MOSAIICS) starting in May 2020, funded by the National Science Fund of Bulgaria; Project PI is Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev;
- A very competitive salary of approximately 1700 Euro/month (pre-tax) is offered. (Average salary in Bulgaria is 600 Euro/month, pre-tax). Separate travel funding for meetings will be provided as well. Representative numbers for the local cost of living can be found at https://bit.ly/2TRohMp;
Requirements:
- A PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, data science, engineering, or related discipline; demonstrated interest and experience in computational astrophysics/heliophysics, space weather, and machine/deep learning; great writing and communication skills in English;
- Previous experience in scientific programming and visualization, especially in Python (SunPy, Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, etc.), Linux/Unix environments, version control (svn, git), machine/deep learning (Torch, Keras, Tensorflow), high-performance or cluster computing, data analysis frameworks, parallel programming and analysis of astronomical data will be considered an advantage.
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should contact Dr. Kamen Kozarev (kkozarev @ astro.bas.bg), arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to him, and provide a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing their experience and interests, and a list of relevant publications.
Additional Information:
- The overall goal of the MOSAIICS project is to adopt an integrated approach providing a deeper understanding of the plasma processes leading to charged particle acceleration by CMEs near the Sun. The project?s high level objectives are to (i) develop and integrate novel image processing and machine learning techniques to reliably analyze radio and EUV remote imaging observations of CMEs and their shocks; (ii) investigate the origins and evolution of radio emission from energetic electron beams in CMEs, comparing with in situ measurements; (iii) develop and apply advanced global data-driven models of particle acceleration and transport to test and improve our theoretical understanding of SEP production and transport. This postdoctoral position will focus on the first objective.
- Recently, the Institute of Astronomy has installed a new 192-core server cluster, and is adding a multi-GPU server node for advanced computations dedicated to the MOSAIICS project. Supercomputer time on BAS-owned and operated systems is also available.
- The Institute of Astronomy is a leader in astrophysical research in Bulgaria and Southeast Europe. It hosts over 80 researchers working in several areas of astrophysics, namely solar activity and solar system small bodies, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and cosmology. Additionally, IANAO staff have strong expertise in operating and maintaining the National Observatory Rozhen - a dedicated facility in the Rhodopi mountains with a flagship 2-meter reflective optical telescope, as well as a number of smaller research-grade telescopes. For more information, visit http://astro.bas.bg.
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| PhD Position in Computational Heliophysics | Closing date: 2020-04-20
Contact: Kamen Kozarev |
| The PhD position is offered at the Solar and Space Weather Group, Institute of Astronomy, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, working with Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of the nature of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, he/she will analyze and model EUV imaging observations of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (SDO/AIA), as well as low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME emission (MWA and LOFAR telescopes). | | ▸ more | - The PhD position is offered at the Solar and Space Weather Group, Institute of Astronomy, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.
- The successful applicant will work with Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev on development and application of data processing techniques and machine/deep learning models for the characterization and understanding of the nature of solar eruptive transients. Specifically, he/she will analyze and model EUV imaging observations of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and shock waves (mostly SDO/AIA), as well as low-frequency radio interferometric observations of thermal and non-thermal CME emission (MWA and LOFAR telescopes).
- PhD position is part of 5-year project ?Modeling and ObServAtional Integrated Investigations of Coronal Solar Eruptions? (MOSAIICS) starting in May 2020, funded by the National Science Fund of Bulgaria; Project PI is Assoc. Prof. Kamen Kozarev;
- This 3-year position is open until filled, with a preferable starting date in July 2020; working language is English.
- PhD fees fully covered and a very competitive stipend of approximately ?920/month (tax-free) provided for EU citizens (Average salary in Bulgaria is ?600/month, pre-tax). Separate travel funding will be provided as well. Representative numbers for the cost of living can be found at https://bit.ly/2TRohMp;
Requirements:
Master?s degree in Physics/Astrophysics/Data Science or related discipline; demonstrated interest in computational astrophysics/heliophysics, space weather, and machine/deep learning; great writing and communication skills in English;
Previous experience and publications in scientific programming and visualization, especially with Python (SunPy, Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib, etc.), Linux/Unix environments, version control, machine/deep learning (Torch, Keras, Tensorflow), high-performance computing, and/or data science will be considered an advantage.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Kamen Kozarev (kkozarev @ astro.bas.bg), arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to him, and provide a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing their experience and interests, and a list of publications (where available). Qualifying applicants will be interviewed and sit an entrance exam (written and oral), which can be taken remotely.
Additional Information:
- The overall goal of the MOSAIICS project is to adopt an integrated approach providing a deeper understanding of the plasma processes leading to charged particle acceleration by CMEs near the Sun. The project?s high level objectives are to (i) develop and integrate novel image processing and machine learning techniques to reliably analyze radio and EUV remote imaging observations of CMEs and their shocks; (ii) investigate the origins and evolution of radio emission from energetic electron beams in CMEs, comparing with in situ measurements; (iii) develop and apply advanced global data-driven models of particle acceleration and transport to test and improve our theoretical understanding of SEP production and transport.
- Recently, the Institute of Astronomy has installed a new 192-core server cluster, and is adding a multi-GPU server node for advanced computations dedicated to the MOSAIICS project. Supercomputer time on BAS-owned and operated systems is also available.
- The Institute of Astronomy is a leader in astrophysical research in Bulgaria and Southeast Europe. It hosts over 40 researchers working in several areas of astrophysics, namely solar activity and solar system small bodies, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and cosmology. Additionally, IANAO staff have strong expertise in operating and maintaining the National Observatory Rozhen - a dedicated facility in the Rhodopi mountains with a flagship 2-meter reflective optical telescope, as well as a number of smaller research-grade telescopes. For more information, visit http://astro.bas.bg.
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| PhD positions at The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia | Closing date: 2020-12-25
Contact: David McClelland |
| PhD position at the ANU Centre for Gravitational Physics in the filed of optics, electro-optics, electronics, control systems, isolation systems and modelling. | | ▸ more | Projects with the Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics will develop skills in a number of highly employable areas such as: optics, electro-optics, electronics, control systems, isolation systems and modelling. We also have research projects which aim to develop spin-off technology into commercial products, for example high sensitivity trace gas analysis, laser intensity and frequency stabilization techniques and more.
More details about some of the available projects can be found at : https://physics.anu.edu.au/quantum/people/profile.php?ID=288&tab=available_projects
For more information
Contact:
Prof. McClelland, David
(02) 612 59888
David.McClelland @ anu.edu.au
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