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| Chief Scientist | Closing date: 2025-04-13
Contact: Heather |
The Chief Scientist will have a strong record of astronomical research, a deep understanding of modern, state-of-the art astronomical facilities with extensive experience of radio astronomy interferometry. The appointee must be globally recognised as a leading researcher in their field, and have a demonstrable record of shaping scientific thinking across a broad community. They will be expected to communicate well and effectively across the Observatory and the SKAO?s science community.
Apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/chief-scientist-579979.html | | ▸ more | The Chief Scientist will be based at the SKAO Global Headquarters at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, UK, and will be part of the executive team reporting to the Director-General. International travel will be required.
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.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
The Chief Scientist will:
-Champion the scientific capabilities and accomplishments of the SKA Observatory;
-Be the primary face of science to the SKAO science community, the SKAO Council, and to the Science and Engineering Advisory Committee, and be responsible for actively shaping the Observatory science strategy;
-Have responsibility for the co-ordination of the scientific priorities for the SKA Observatory Development Plan, and the development of the Science Roadmap (through consultation including community workshops with the science community and expert advisory groups);
-Act as the Science ?Head of Profession? for the Observatory:
-Mentoring scientific staff (all PhD scientists with a research component to their role), cultivating their professional growth and participating in promotion reviews; and
-Advocating for the scientific interests and research time of all scientific staff;
-Work with the Director of Operations to maximise the overall scientific return of the Observatory;
-Effectively promote the values and culture of the SKA Observatory, within the Observatory, in relations with partner organisations and in the global SKA scientific community;
-Establish and oversee an SKAO post-doctoral research programme;
-Conduct their own independent research.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-A PhD in astronomy or physics and an international reputation in astronomy;
-A strong track record of research in astronomy;
-An understanding of the science enabled by the SKAO, with in depth knowledge of the environment and context for developing SKAO as an advanced scientific facility;
-A deep technical understanding of astronomical techniques, including extensive experience of radio interferometry;
-A track record of leadership with scientific research groups;
-A strategic thinker, with a track record of working across international, diplomatic and cultural boundaries to build commitment to a common science strategic vision;
-Advanced communication and influencing skills demonstrating an ability to build consensus within diverse stakeholders with potentially conflicting views;
-A track record of acting as a role model and building an environment that supports organisational values, including a demonstrable commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Familiarity with the SKA project;
-High-level experience of operating in large-scale international scientific organisations and/or observatories.
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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| 3-year postdoc position in Mercury's space plasma physics | Closing date: 2025-03-10
Contact: Riku Jarvinen |
| We welcome applications for a new postdoc position in our ERC project on Mercury's space plasma physics, BepiColombo and global simulations. | | ▸ more | We have opened a recruitment for a 3-year postdoctoral researcher position in the "Mercury in the solar wind" ERC project at the Finnish Meteorological Institute. The postdoc will apply our global particle-based models to study the solar wind influence on Mercury and its environment and interpret observations from the BepiColombo mission.
More information and apply here:
https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/postdoctoral-researcher-space-weather-modeling-11243/
Team website:
https://planets.fmi.fi/
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| PhD position: Galactic archeology through stellar spectroscopy | Closing date: 2025-03-23
Contact: Henrik Jönsson |
| One PhD-position in astrophysics is available at Malmö University, Sweden, with application deadline March 23rd 2025, and approximative starting date of September 2025. | | ▸ more | The PhD project focuses on so-called Galactic archaeology, where high-resolution stellar spectroscopy is the primary method. This means, in general terms, that spectroscopic data from individual stars, collected using large international telescopes, are used to investigate how specific parts of our galaxy, the Milky Way, have formed and evolved.
The project offers some flexibility depending on your previous experience but is expected to focus mainly on the local Galactic disk and/or globular clusters. The thesis will be built around one or more "medium-sized" sub-projects, where the research is niched by using rigorous, classical analysis methods to study thousands of stars - a methodology that is relatively uncommon. You will work together with your supervisor and colleagues to carry out both the practical analysis of stellar spectra, where elemental abundances of the stars are determined, as well as the scientific interpretation of the results: what do the measured elemental abundances reveal about the evolution of the stellar population and, in a broader perspective, the Galaxy?
The research environment is highly international, with members who have broad experience in both small-scale, classical projects and large-scale surveys. As a natural consequence of the international character of the work, you will be expected to actively participate in international conferences and workshops, conduct observations at world-leading telescopes, and, if interested and possible, participate in shorter international research exchanges.
Read more and apply here:
https://web103.reachmee.com/ext/I005/1015/job?site=7&lang=UK&validator=e5819a4704cd849685049472c0c17895&job_id=3828
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| Infrared Spectroscopy of Brown Dwarfs and/or Ultracool Dwarfs | Closing date: 2025-05-01
Contact: Stanimir Metchev |
| Prof. Stanimir Metchev at the Department of Physics & Astronomy and the Institute for Earth and Space Exploration at Western University in London, Ontario invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to lead analysis of JWST observations and preparations for the proposed POET Canadian space astronomy mission. | | ▸ more | The successful applicant will analyze infrared spectroscopic data with JWST MIRI or with high-dispersion spectrographs on ground-based telescopes. The JWST investigations focus on brown dwarf atmospheres and their chemical and cloud content. The ground-based programs seek a complete characterization of the ultracool dwarf population in the solar neighbourhood in preparation for the proposed transit-exoplanet mission POET (Photometric Observations of Extrasolar Transits), co-led by Metchev. POET has been identified as a top space astronomy priority in the Canadian Astronomy Long Range Plan 2020-2030 (LRP2020).
Background in spectroscopy or time series analysis would be advantageous. Further information about Prof. Metchev?s research can be found at:
https://physics.uwo.ca/people/faculty_web_pages/metchev.html
The successful applicant will be expected to actively pursue additional ground- or space-based observations in support of the above programs. The position also offers an excellent opportunity for additional collaboration with Metchev's team in the fields of optical time-domain astronomy (transiting exoplanets or stellar occultations) or telescope instrumentation (robotic observatories, infrared instrumentation). Western has access to all Canadian national telescopes, including Gemini, CFHT, ALMA, and a slew of 1-2 metre-class telescopes. Metchev's team regularly uses JWST, TESS, Hubble, NOIRLab and ESO telescopes, and the NASA/IRTF.
Remuneration is CA $70,000 per year. Western University provides a competitive benefits package (https://www.uwo.ca/hr/benefits/your_benefits/pda/index.html) for postdoctoral associates, including vision, dental, annual vacation leave, paid parental leave, and pre-negotiated annual raises. Postdoctoral Associates at Western are members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) union. The position is in-person at Western, with possibility of flexible hours. A CA $3,000 allowance for moving expenses, visa or security clearance fees, is also available from Prof. Metchev. The start date is flexible, but preferably no later than July 1, 2025. The appointment is for up to three years, contingent on annual progress reviews and availability of funds.
Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Astronomy or a related field, received within five years of the start of the appointment. Accommodations will be
made for career interruptions or other extenuating circumstances when evaluating
applications. Candidates should submit a CV, a 2-3-page statement of research experience and interests, and the names of three references directly to Prof. Metchev (smetchev @ uwo.ca). The position is open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications should be received by April 1, 2025. For further information, please contact Prof. Metchev.
About Western University.
Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. From fundamental to applied discovery and other scholarly activities, its scholars advance knowledge that provides tangible benefits for the economic, social, health and cultural development of citizens in London, in Canada and around the world.
Western Values Diversity.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
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| Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences for 2025 - II. | Closing date: 2025-03-07
Contact: Lenka Cihakova |
| The Astronomical Institute (ASU, https://asu.cas.cz/en) is the leading astronomical research institute in the Czech Republic, located at the Ondrejov Observatory and in Prague. | | ▸ more | Its main activities are in the formation, evolution, dynamics and physical properties of galaxies, stars and star systems, research on the physics of compact objects including black holes and gravitational waves, research on the Sun, solar activity and its effects on processes on Earth and in interplanetary space, research on the Earth's immediate environment, the dynamics of natural and artificial bodies in the Solar System, and research on interplanetary matter and its interaction with the Earth's atmosphere.
For 2025 (autumn selection), ASU will consider research project proposals for postdoctoral fellowships in the fields of research conducted at the Institute.
Applicants are required to get in touch with our staff members to discuss their support of the application and to discuss a research project and implementation plan (theory, observation, and data analysis are all welcome). A list of supervisors for hosting postdoctoral fellows in 2025 is provided below.
Application Deadline: March 7, 2025, 12 PM (noon; in CEST/UTC+2 timezone)
Submission: by email to sekretariat @ asu.cas.cz with the subject POSTDOC 2025
Required application parts (all in PDF):
- cover sheet listing: full name, birth date, nationality, current position, the exact date of PhD defence, name of the host/supervisor at ASU, short motivation (½ page max)
- curriculum vitae
- list of publications
- summary of the most significant research results achieved to date and proposed research project (2 pages max in total)
- outline of the implementation plan for 2 years (4500 characters max)
- recommendation letters (to be delivered separately)
Applicants must arrange for a minimum of two recommendation letters to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 9 months before the application deadline.
Applications can be submitted slightly before finishing PhD, in which case a statement from the current supervisor stating the planned date of the defence should be included. Applicants MUST then prove they have been awarded the PhD degree by March 26.
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 1700 EUR/month before taxes; health insurance included). There is a possibility of staff accommodation in Ondrejov; in Prague, private accommodation has to be arranged. The starting date of employment is expected to be July 1, 2025, but it is negotiable.
Applications from applicants who are less than two years away from obtaining their PhD will be considered separately. A shortlist will be preselected within 2 weeks from the application deadline and listed applicants will be invited for an online interview. Once the evaluation process is completed, all applicants will be notified.
Further information:
o https://www.asu.cas.cz/en/departments for the list of working groups at the Institute
o https://www.euraxess.cz/ for details about the research employment and work conditions in the Czech Republic
o http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare the cost of living
List of researchers and topics:
- Jaroslav Dudík, jaroslav.dudik @ asu.cas.cz, Solar flares and eruptions
- Petr Kabáth, petr.kabath @ asu.cas.cz, Exoplanets and their atmospheres
- Jana Kasparová, jana.kasparova @ asu.cas.cz, Solar flares in X-ray domain
- Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos, georgios.loukes-gerakopoulos @ asu.cas.cz, Gravitational waves from small mass ratio black hole binaries
- Marek Skarka, marek.skarka @ asu.cas.cz, Stellar variability
- Jirí Svoboda, jiri.svoboda @ asu.cas.cz, Multiwavelength observations of black holes across the mass scale
- Artem Koval, artem.koval @ asu.cas.cz, Solar radio bursts
- Petr Hellinger, petr.hellinger @ asu.cas.cz, Solar wind turbulence
- Abhijeet Borkar, borkar @ asu.cas.cz, Multiwavelength study of AGN, star formation and galaxy evolution
- Sona Ehlerová, sona.ehlerova @ asu.cas.cz, Structures in the interstellar medium
- Jan Palous, palous @ ig.cas.cz, Feeding supermassive black holes
- Richard Wunsch, richard.wunsch @ asu.cas.cz, Formation of stars and star clusters
- Pavel Jáchym, pavel.jachym @ asu.cas.cz, Evolution of galaxies in galaxy clusters
- Michaela Kraus, michaela.kraus @ asu.cas.cz, Pulsations in blue supergiants and evolution of massive stars
- Brankica Kubátová, brankica.kubatova @ asu.cas.cz, Multi-wavelength analysis of massive hot stars and inhomogeneous stellar winds
- Jirí Kubát, kubat @ sunstel.asu.cas.cz, Radiative transfer and modeling of stellar atmospheres and winds
- Michal Dovciak, michal.dovciak @ asu.cas.cz, X-ray astrophysics of black holes in AGN and XRBs - spectra, timing and polarization in theory and observations
- Rhys Taylor, rhys.taylor @ asu.cas.cz, Arecibo studies of galaxy evolution
- Olga Maryeva, olga.maryeva @ asu.cas.cz, Physical properties of evolved massive stars and their nebulae
- Petr Skoda, petr.skoda @ asu.cas.cz, Astroinformatics, advanced machine learning and usage of large language models and pre-trained transformers in astronomy
- Michalis Kourniotis, michail.kourniotis @ asu.cas.cz, Machine-learning classification of massive stars
Inquiries:
Mrs. Lenka Ciháková
sekretariat @ asu.cas.cz
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| PhD position : Unveiling the properties of the first protoclusters with JWST and Euclid | Closing date: 2025-03-14
Contact: Nicolas Laporte |
| The main goal of this thesis will be to identify proto-clusters at z>5 in the deepest JWST images, to estimate their physical properties (with SED-fitting), to determine the nature of the brightest source in the proto-cluster core (galaxies hosting an AGN vs star-forming galaxies) and to conduct spectroscopic follow-up with the largest ground based-telescopes. | | ▸ more | A key goal of modern extragalactic astronomy is undoubtedly to understand how the first stars and galaxies began to bathe the Universe in light. Over the last two decades, this topic has reached a golden era, due to the arrival of 8-10m class ground-based telescopes (e.g., the Very Large Telescope, Keck Observatory, Gran Telescopio Canarias), and the recent launch of large near-infrared space observatories (such as the James Webb Space Telescope and Euclid), pushing ever further the boundaries of the observable Universe. This quest for the first light in the early Universe led to the detection of hundred of primeval galaxies (e.g., Bouwens et al. 2015, Donnan et al. 2023) observed a few hundred million years after the Big-Bang (in terms of redshift, z>6), that is through the period of reionization of the Universe, not yet fully transparent to photons.
When the first stars and galaxies start to illuminate the Universe, they begin to ionize the neutral hydrogen that has been formed after the Big-Bang. According to the Planck results (Planck 2016) and quasars observations (e.g., Bosman et al. 2022), the reionization process ends one billion years after the Big-Bang, the so-called epoch of reionization (EoR). This period is a boon to understanding the physical properties of primeval ionizing sources: they must have emitted enough ionizing photons within the first billion years of the Universe. However, when estimating the contribution to the reionisation thanks to the observed high-redshift galaxy populations, there is a clear deficit of ionizing photons. Therefore either primeval galaxies have different ionizing properties than low-redshift galaxies or additional ionizing sources must be considered, or the model for the efficiency to form stars at high redshift must be revised. Even after more than two years of JWST operations, there is not yet a clear answer to this hot debate.
While the formation timeline of primeval galaxies is starting to be unveiled by the deepest JWST observations, details about its spatial extent remain unclear: were galaxies formed in isolation or in groups? According to lensed and blank field observations with JWST, the most massive galaxies appear to be surrounded by fainter galaxies in small protoclusters (e.g., Laporte et al. 2022, Castellano et al. 2023, Tacchella et al. 2023). Numerical simulations suggest that the physical properties of galaxies (such as metallicity, star formation rate, dust content) within these first protoclusters should evolve differently depending on their position within the structures (Bennett & Sijacki 2022). More interestingly, the spatial extent of these early structures could give new constraints on the dark matter halos properties a few hundred million years after the Big-Bang. Simulations also predict that Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) may be located at the center of these protoclusters at high-redshift. Therefore identifying and characterizing these first structures in the early Universe is key to understanding the galaxy formation process.
The main goal of this thesis will be to identify proto-clusters at z>5 in the deepest JWST images, to estimate their physical properties (with SED-fitting), to determine the nature of the brightest source in the proto-cluster core (galaxies hosting an AGN vs star-forming galaxies) and to conduct spectroscopic follow-up with the largest ground based-telescopes.
*Timeline of the thesis*: During the first year (Sept. 2025?Aug. 2026), the PhD candidate will develop a new tool, using Voronoi tessellation adapted to high-redshift sources, to identify over-dense regions at z > 5 in JWST images, utilizing data from the PRIMER program (#1837; PI: Dunlop). The second year (Sept. 2026?Aug. 2027) will be divided into two parts: (i) identifying protoclusters in all public JWST images (Cosmos-Webb, UNCOVER, PEARLS, JADES, etc.), as well as in the deep survey of Euclid and (ii) conducting a spectroscopic follow-up campaign using PFS/Subaru and MOONS/VLT as part of the GTO. The final year of the PhD (Sept. 2027?Aug. 2028) will focus on comparing observational results (photometry and spectroscopy) with simulations. Throughout the thesis, the PhD candidate will attend workshops, conferences and schools.
The PhD candidate will be located at the Laboratoire d?Astrophysique de Marseille which is one of the leading laboratories in France in extragalactic astronomy and deeply involved in large extragalactic surveys with JWST and Euclid.
*How to apply ? *This thesis is co-funded by the French Space Agency (CNES) and Aix-Marseille University. To apply visit : https://recrutement.cnes.fr/en/annonce/3421315-25-040-unveiling-the-properties-of-the-first-protoclusters-with-jwst-and-euclid-13013-marseille
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| Assistant / Associate Professorship in Data-Driven Radio Astronomy / Cosmology | Closing date: 2025-04-15
Contact: Metuka |
Assistant / Associate Professorship in Data-Driven Radio Astronomy / Cosmology
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Department of Physics, West Cambridge
SALARY: £46,485 - £58,596 (Grade 9) or £62,098 - £65,814 (Grade 10)
REFERENCE: KA44612
CATEGORY: Academic
PUBLISHED: 15 January 2025
CLOSING DATE: 15 April 2025
We are seeking a University Assistant / Associate Professor in Data-Driven Radio Astronomy / Cosmology. | | ▸ more | Modern radio astronomy/cosmology, powered by advances in big data analysis, is at the forefront of studies to unlock the answers to some of the most fundamental physics questions of our time. We are looking for a talented early career scientist to promote and develop ambitious programmes aimed at investigating the universe via radio observations. The successful candidate will be expected to lead the development of advanced data analysis for radio astronomy/cosmology (e.g. statistical analysis, machine learning, etc), in collaboration with observational/experimental activities in Cambridge. In particular, the global astrophysics community is eagerly awaiting the start of scientific observations of the Square Kilometre Array Observatory, commonly known as SKA, the largest and most powerful radio telescope ever to exist, currently under construction. The role holder will have the opportunity to take a leading role in our existing SKA activities and grants (e.g. SKA development grants). Furthermore, we expect the successful candidate to be well-placed to lead development efforts for SKA Phase II, expected to start within the coming years.
The role holder will be a world-class researcher in one of the following areas (corresponding to Science Working Groups for the SKA project): Cosmology, Epoch-Of-Reionization, Gravitational Waves, Pulsars, and Transients.
The role holder will be based in the Department of Physics in the Astrophysics Group, located in the Battcock Centre for Experimental Astrophysics and the Kavli Institute for Cosmology in Cambridge.
Data-driven science and radio astronomy/cosmology with the SKA are areas of very active research in Cambridge, with scientists leading several ongoing projects and the development of new facilities that are expected to be ground-breaking in this research field.
Applicants should have a PhD in physics (or a related discipline), a strong record of relevant research, and must show evidence of enthusiasm and ability to teach a wide range of Physics courses successfully at both undergraduate and master's level.
Appointment will be based on merit alone. As a signatory of DORA, the University is committed to assessing research on its own merits rather than on the basis of the journal, in which it is published.
Please ensure that in the Upload section of the online application, you provide: a Curriculum Vitae (CV); a full list of publications - please highlight up to 5 papers where you have made the most significant personal contributions, with up to 4 lines of text for each such paper; a research proposal no longer than 3 pages, including half a page description of how your research plans might fit with existing activities at the Department of Physics and the wider University; a one-page statement on your approach to teaching and how you believe you can contribute to the Department's teaching programme at undergraduate and graduate level; the contact details of three referees - please make your referees aware they will be contacted shortly after the closing date.
Shortlisted applicants will be informed at the end of April 2024. They will be invited to visit Cambridge in May/June 2025 for a departmental visit, informal discussions with faculty, to give a presentation and attend a formal interview.
The position is available from 1st September 2025. There is some flexibility on the start date, which can be negotiated at the appointment stage.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr Eloy de Lera Acedo.
Please quote reference KA44612 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apply Here: https://app.webrecruit.co/JobSeeker/ApplyOnline?jobid=131540&boardid=6197
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| Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Extragalactic Astrophysics | Closing date: 2025-02-21
Contact: Claudia Cicone |
| Position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow available at the Institute of Theoretical Astrophysics, University of Oslo. The appointment is a full-time position with a duration of three years, as part of the EU-funded AtLAST2 project, including coordination of scientific and outreach activities and the opportunity to conduct original research in an area of relevance to the AtLAST facility. Starting date after 30 June 2025 and no later than 1 January 2026. No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Oslo. | | ▸ more | Full job ad and application link: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/274474/postdoctoral-research-fellow-in-extragalactic-astrophysics
The position is supported by the Horizon Europe project "Consolidating plans for the Atacama Large Aperture Submm Telescope" (AtLAST2, Grant agreement ID: 101188037), which is coordinated by the Institute of Theoretical Astrophysics (ITA) at the University of Oslo.
The successful candidate will join the Extragalactic Group at the ITA and become an active member of the AtLAST2 consortium, an international team consisting of over a hundred scientists. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with the AtLAST2 Coordinator, Claudia Cicone, and will engage in the following activities within Work Package 1 of the AtLAST2 project:
- Coordination of the research efforts of the scientific community, including in-kind efforts from collaborators external to the AtLAST2 team.
- Coordination of dissemination and outreach activities related to AtLAST.
Moreover, the postdoctoral fellow will be encouraged to perform original research in a field that is pertinent to AtLAST and to take part in any other AtLAST activity and work package that spark their own interest. Collaboration and networking within and outside the AtLAST team will be strongly supported.
Required qualifications:
- Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field. Only applicants with an approved doctoral thesis and public defence at the employment date are eligible for appointment.
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
- Experience with programming languages commonly employed in observational astronomy (e.g. Python, IDL)
Desired qualifications:
- Experience with (sub-)mm astronomical observations
- Background in extragalactic astrophysics and/or cosmology
- Experience with astronomical data reduction and analysis methods
- Observing experience at ground-based astronomical facilities and/or familiarity with ground-based telescope operations
Personal skills
- Collaborative, constructive attitude when working in a team
- Ability to take initiative and problem-solving skills
- Personal drive and motivation towards the project
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organisation and time management skills
We offer:
- Salary NOK 579 700 - 657 300 per annum depending on qualifications in position as Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (position code 1352)
- Good welfare schemes.
- A workplace with good development and career opportunities.
- Postdoctoral development programmes
- Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes.
- Oslo's family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
Your application should include:
- Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interests)
- CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
- Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript of records
- A complete list of publications and up to 5 academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
- Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system, please follow "apply for this job" at this link: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/274474/postdoctoral-research-fellow-in-extragalactic-astrophysics
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| PhD Opportunities in Interdisciplinary Space Sciences and Planetary Research | Closing date: 2025-03-11
Contact: Ruth-Sophie Taubner |
The Young Researcher Program YRP@Graz welcomes applications for PhD positions, supported by the Space Research Institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, the Graz University of Technology, and the University of Graz.
The five offered projects inlcude the topics exoplanets, CMEs, space technology (ion composition detector), atmosphere of Venus, and Earth's magnetotail.
Details about the offered projects and the application process can be found here: https://www.oeaw.ac.at/en/iwf/research/young-researcher-program/phd-students | | ▸ more | The Young Researcher Program YRP @ Graz welcomes applications for PhD positions, supported by the Space Research Institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, the Graz University of Technology, and the University of Graz.
The application process has two stages with which we aim to decrease selection biases: The first stage of the application process is anonymised, the second stage takes the form of an interview. To apply for these positions, an anonymous questionnaire (use weblink above) has to be filled in. No further documents are required at this stage of the application process. The form includes questions about scientific skills, the candidate's master thesis, information on master courses taken, asks for a statement of interest and a statement about research integrity. Please, submit the form no later than March 11th, 2025.
We seek excellent candidates with a strong background in natural sciences. Successful candidates must hold a Master's degree in physics, astrophysics, geoscience, computational chemistry or equivalent at the latest by the starting date of the position but preferably at the time of application. Previous experience on aspects of astrophysics and related fields, and a track record of team work will be beneficial for the selection, as will experience in computational coding and scientific publishing. The appointment can begin July 01st, 2025, and will aim for minimum of three years.
The five offered projects are:
- Next Generation Exoplanet Cloud Formation Model
- Coronal dimmings as signatures for CMEs
- Towards an all-sky ion composition detector for the Saturnian system
- Simulation of Deuterium in and above the Venus Atmosphere
- Observations of magnetic buoyancy signatures in the Earth's magnetotail
Details about the offered projects and the application process can be found here: https://www.oeaw.ac.at/en/iwf/research/young-researcher-program/phd-students
We are looking forward hearing from you!
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| PhD in astrochemical modelling of star-forming regions - University of Duisburg-Essen | Closing date: 2025-02-19
Contact: Brandt Gaches |
| We invite applications for a funded 3.5 year PhD at the University of Duisburg-Essen in the newly established Emmy Noether Junior Research Group ?Towards the Next Generation in Cosmic Ray Astrophysics?. The areas of research are astrochemistry and star formation. Due date February 19, 2025. See the full ad: https://www.uni-due.de/karriere/stelle.php?kennziffer=023-25 | | ▸ more | Full ad: https://www.uni-due.de/karriere/stelle.php?kennziffer=023-25
Location:
Campus Duisburg
Application area:
Faculty of Physics, Theoretical Physics
Scientific Researcher (f/m/d, Nr. 023-25)
Salary group 13 TV-L
The newly established Emmy Noether Junior Research Group ?Towards the Next Generation in Cosmic Ray Astrophysics? at the University of Duisburg-Essen is looking for a PhD student for novel investigations of the chemistry of star-forming molecular clouds.
Start of employment:
2025-04-01 or as soon as possible
Duration of employment:
until 2028-09-30
Working time:
25 h 53 min (65%)
Your main tasks:
You will work to perform post-processing astrochemical modeling of state-of-the-art star formation simulations within the Starforge collaboration. You will produce three-dimensional time-dependent chemical models with gas- and ice-phase chemistry including the formation of complex organic molecules. The project will focus on the role of cosmic rays in the water cycle in molecular clouds and the emergence of complex organic and prebiotic chemistry. You will be expected to create a pipeline for post-processing large hydrodynamical simulations with a three-phase astrochemical network with a Big Data framework and utilize modern supercomputing facilities. You will also have to perform an analysis of the resulting large data sets and visualize the results of the model calculations using modern data analysis tools. During the project, you will acquire skills and knowledge in astrochemical modeling, big data analysis and processing, data visualization, and star formation simulations.
As part of the position, opportunities for further scientific qualification are offered.
Your profile
- Master's degree in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry or a relevant field
- preferable previous experience in astrochemistry or hydrodynamic simulation experience
- preferable experience in either Fortran or Julia and experience in Python
- prior experience with astrochemical modeling is highly preferential
We offer you:
- a varied, diverse range of tasks in a research-intensive environment with international exchange
- a pleasant working atmosphere in a dynamic team
- the opportunity to do a doctorate (PhD) at the Faculty of Physics
- family friendliness through childcare services and counselling for family care responsibilities
- a wide range of further training programmes
- excellent public transport connections and free parking spaces
- attractive sports and health programmes (university sports)
- the possibility of working from home
Application deadline
2025-02-19
Code number
023-25
Application
Your application should contain:
- a cover letter outlining your motivation for pursuing this position and how it aligns with your long-term career goals
- a short description of your previous research work (max 2 pages)
- a curriculum vitae (CV)
- at least two reference letters from individuals familiar with your work to be sent to the email address below
- a copy of your Master thesis (if available) and transcript of records
Please send your application quoting the reference number 023-25 to Dr. Brandt Gaches, brandt.gaches @ chalmers.se.
Information about the job
You can find more information about the faculty and the research group at:
https://www.uni-due.de/physik/index_en.php
https://www.brandt-gaches.space/group
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| Postdoctoral position on modeling magnetic fields of classical T Tauri stars at IRAP / Toulouse, France | Closing date: 2025-02-28
Contact: Jean-Francois Donati |
| We invite applications for a 2yr postdoc position on modeling magnetic fields of classical T Tauri stars at the Institut de Recherche en Astrophysique et Planetologie (IRAP) located in Toulouse, France, within the ANR-funded 'IRYSS' project coordinated by Dr K Perraut at Institut de Planetologie et d'Astrophysique de Grenoble (IPAG) in Grenoble, France, and locally handled by Dr JF Donati in Toulouse. | | ▸ more | IRYSS (standing for "Innermost Regions of Young Stellar Systems") is a new project funded by the French ANR (Agence Nationale de la Recherche) coordinated by Dr K Perraut at Institut de Planetologie et d'Astrophysique de Grenoble (IPAG) in Grenoble, France, and involving the Institut de Recherche en Astrophysique et Planetologie (IRAP) located in Toulouse, France.
IRYSS aims at improving our understanding of how magnetospheric accretion works in classical T Tauri stars, where material from the inner regions of the planet-forming accretion disc is accreted towards the star via discrete magnetically-controlled funnels within the magnetosphere of the young central star. This will be achieved by coupling interferometric data recorded at ESO with GRAVITY, and spectropolarimetric data collected at CFHT with SPIRou, for a small sample of classical T Tauri stars observed contemporaneously with both instruments. The main work will take place in IRAP with Dr JF Donati, starting mid 2025, with regular on-line and in-person meetings with Drs J Bouvier and K Perraut in IPAG during the 2yr postdoc.
The candidates must have a solid background in stellar magnetic fields and spectropolarimetry, to efficiently analyse data sets collected with SPIRou using the tomographic technique of Zeeman-Doppler imaging, and to reconstruct the parent magnetic topology at the surface of the central star, through which material from the disc is accreted towards the star. Experience in velocimetry is also welcome, to investigate the potential presence of close in massive planets or density asymmetries in the inner regions of the accretion discs from SPIRou data.
The candidates should provide by 2025 Feb 28 the following documents (PDF only, in a tar file accessible via a file server) :
* a motivation letter (max 2 pages),
* a description of past and current research statements (max 5 pages),
* a CV (max 2 pages)
* a publication list.
In addition, 3 reference letters are to be sent directly by the mentors (same deadline) to Dr JF Donati (jean-francois.donati @ irap.omp.eu). Short-listed candidates will be invited for an on-line interview ~2 weeks after the deadline.
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| Atmospheric Science/Astronomy/Structural Engineering | Closing date: 2025-02-15
Contact: Evelina Dietmann |
| ESO astronomers are participating in the design of a new facility, the Atacama Large Aperture Submm Telescope (AtLAST: https://www.atlast.uio.no/), a 50-metre submm telescope on the 5000m high Chajnantor plateau in Northern Chile. The second phase of this study is funded by a European Union's Horizon Europe programme (under agreement number 101188038 (AtLAST2)). | | ▸ more | Under this agreement, ESO is offering a student the opportunity for a period of one year to work on the atmospheric characterization of the two selected sites in Chile. Here, two identical 24-metre high weather towers have been collecting wind speed data at 20 Hz sampling rate since late 2023. The wind speed data analysis is needed to provide input and restrictions to the structural design of the future 50-metre telescope.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Compile all the data from the anemometers;
- Automatically identify and flag any unreliable data from the anemometers;
- Organize the cleaned-up data in a public database;
- Compare the simultaneous measurements from both sites to determine which site has lower wind speeds;
- Determine and compare the vertical wind profile on both sites using the 3-dimensional measurements;
- Determine the wind power spectra on both sites;
- Determine the diurnal and seasonal variation of the above wind parameters;
- Link the historical wind measurements with climate models to predict the evolution of the wind speed over the desired 50-year lifetime of AtLAST.
Key competencies and requirements for the delivery of the services:
-Knowledge and experience on descriptive and inferential statistics. This knowledge will be applied to the analysis of meteorological data, in particular wind speed data that has been acquired at a high sampling rate (10, 20 Hz), and consequently will be applied to a high volume of data.
- Familiarity with SQL or similar database framework is an asset.
- Knowledge and experience on the use of power spectral analysis to one-dimensional data. This knowledge will be applied to the spectral analysis of wind speed data acquired with sonic anemometers, at rates of 10Hz and 20Hz.
- Knowledge of atmospheric turbulence would be beneficial, but the main aspects of the theory can be learned as part of this research. This involves aspects such as turbulent momentum fluxes computed from relatively high sampling of the horizontal and vertical wind speed fields.
- Knowledge of atmospheric boundary layer physics would be beneficial, but the main aspects of the theory can be learned as part of this research. This involves aspects such as: atmospheric stability, Monin-Obukhov length, vertical Log wind profile.
- Knowledge of global numerical weather data sets, such as ERA-5 and MERRA-2 reanalysis datasets.
- Previous experience with software tools to extract and manipulate weather data from reanalysis data sets will be beneficial, though the use of existing tools can be learned as part of this research. The student will have to manipulate large datacubes consisting of atmospheric variables data.
- Knowledge and experience of Python language programming, as well as of any other data analysis tool (such as Octave, Matlab, other), is essential.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have at least a Bachelor diploma in atmospheric science, computer science, structural engineering or another relevant subject.
Language Skills:
The position requires an excellent command of English, both written and spoken. Spanish language skills are a plus.
Remuneration and Contract:
The duration of the contract is limited to one year. A modest living allowance will be offered for the duration of the programme up to the indicative max limit of 1,840 Euro per month (reference stipend).
Duty Station:
ESO's offices in Vitacura, Santiago (Chile). Due the requirement to work at the ALMA Observatory site at 5000m above sea level, a successful high-altitude medical examination (HAME) is a necessary condition of employment for this position. Up to 2 months of the contract will be spent at the ESO headquarters in Garching, near Munich, Germany.
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 the following material:
- a Motivation Letter of up to one page outlining connection with this field of interest.
- a CV containing details of your highest qualification level and dates. If you are currently enrolled in a Masters programme, please state the university/institute and the start and expected finish dates. Please outline the programming languages you can use (and your level of proficiency), any experience using astronomical software, and any other relevant technical skills.
Deadline for applications is 15 February 2025
Interviews are expected to be held in mid March 2025, online via MS Teams.
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| Technical Project Manager for BHTOM.space telescope network | Closing date: 2025-02-04
Contact: ?ukasz Wyrzykowski |
| The National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ), Warsaw, Poland, invites applications for a Technical Project Manager position funded by the ACME Horizon Europe grant and led by prof. Lukasz Wyrzykowski. This 2 year position is offered within the growing BHTOM.space project - a virtual global observatory for time-domain astronomy. | | ▸ more | Details: https://www.ncbj.gov.pl/en/praca/technical-project-manager-bp4
The BHTOM.space project is an advanced web platform that:
Manages requests for astronomical observations from scientists.
Distributes observation orders to a network of over 100 telescopes (both robotic and manual).
Processes data received from the telescope network (several thousand images per week) and automatically analyzes it.
Enables the automation of telescope functionalities and scientific data analysis through an integrated API.
Working on this project will provide the opportunity to familiarize oneself with the latest astronomical techniques and gain experience needed for a career in the rapidly growing space sector.
The project is being carried out in collaboration with leading research institutions, including the University of Cambridge, the Institute of Astrophysics in Crete, and the Las Cumbres Observatory in California, USA.
Description of tasks:
- Managing software development in collaboration with a team of IT specialists and astronomers.
- Designing and implementing new features for the system.
- Overseeing data flow and optimizing data processing workflows.
- Supervising software on cloud platforms such as AWS
- Creating and maintaining technical documentation.
- Collaborating closely with international project partners.
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of Python and Django.
- Proficiency in tools like Git, Jira, and Docker.
- Experience working with cloud computing, particularly AWS.
- Ability to design scalable web solutions.
- Fluency in English (daily communication in the project).
An additional asset:
- Experience with large-scale data processing systems is an advantage.
- Familiarity with astronomical data is welcomed but not required.
We offer:
- The chance to work on an innovative, international scientific project.
- Exposure to state-of-the-art technologies used in astrophysics and astronomy.
- Unique experience valuable for a career in the space sector.
- Access to advanced computing infrastructure.
- Business trips to collaborators in Cambridge, Greece, the USA, and other locations worldwide.
- A friendly team of scientists and engineers.
- Partial remote work options.
- Competitive salary and stable employment conditions.
Contact: ?ukasz Wyrzykowski, e-mail: Lukasz.Wyrzykowski @ ncbj.gov.pl
Applications in electronic form should be submitted in English to: lukasz.wyrzykowski @ ncbj.gov.pl
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| PhD and Postdoctoral research position on star-forming galaxies | Closing date: 2025-03-17
Contact: Daniel Schaerer |
| The University of Geneva, Switzerland, announces a PhD and postdoctoral position on star-forming galaxies in the framework of the Swiss-French collaborative project "speXion" co-funded by the SNSF and ANR. | | ▸ more | The overall goals of speXion are to understand extremely metal-deficient galaxies, their radiation fields including up to X-rays, the feedback processes dominating these galaxies, and their contribution to cosmic reionization. The collaboration will use multi-wavelength observations from JWST, HST, XMM, Chandra, VLA, and other facilities, and state-of-the-art spectral modeling tools.
The Post-doc will work on available multi-wavelength observations of metal-poor star-forming galaxies at low- and intermediate redshift, analyze and interpret interstellar medium signatures of these galaxies. The candidate will also be encouraged to develop an independent research programme. The PhD student will primarily work on the modeling and interpretation of multi-wavelength data, including their overall SEDs and emission lines, and observations from high-to-low energies (X-rays to radio).
Both candidates will primarily work in Geneva with the group of Prof. Daniel Schaerer, within the Swiss-French collaboration co-lead by Drs. Vianney Lebouteiller (CEA, Saclay) and Hakim Atek (IAP, Paris), and with other international collaborators.
The Geneva Observatory carries out observational, interpretative and theoretical research in the fields of extra-solar planets, stellar physics, high energy astrophysics, galaxy evolution, and observational cosmology.
The appointments will start in sept-oct 2025. The duration is up to three years for the post-doc, and 4 years for the PhD. Qualified candidates are encouraged to send the following their application including the following content in a *single pdf* file via email to daniel.schaerer @ unige.ch :
- Post-doc: CV, publication list, description of research experience and interests, contact information of 3 references
- PhD student: CV, motivation letter, course transcripts, and contact information of 2-3 references
Applications received by March 17, 2025 will receive full consideration.
Informal enquiries with Daniel Schaerer (daniel.schaerer @ unige.ch) are welcome.
For information on the research teams visit
https://www.unige.ch/sciences/astro/starbursts/en/
https://irfu.cea.fr/en/dap/lfemi/star-formation-and-interstellar-medium/
http://www.iap.fr/recherche/groupes/groupes-1.php?nom=galaxies&langue=en
Included Benefits:
Standard Swiss Social Security, Accident Insurance and Pension contributions.
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| SKA-Low Commissioning Scientists | Closing date: 2025-02-23
Contact: Heather |
Join the SKA-Low Science Commissioning team and use your creativity, flexibility, and expertise to help unlock the scientific potential of the telescope during its construction phase.
Apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/skalow-commissioning-scientists-575354.html | | ▸ more | As part of the construction of the SKA-Low Telescope, a growing team of commissioning scientists is presently planning, executing and analysing a suite of test observations on the array. This recruitment aims to expand the established team to facilitate comprehensive science commissioning activities as construction continues to ramp up.
We aim to fill three posts, who will take responsibility for specific technical areas, working under the direction of the Lead Commissioning Scientist, who will act as their functional and line manager.
The appointees will be encouraged to carry out research in astronomy or astronomical instrumentation at a level commensurate with the requirements of the post and in particular to exploit early opportunities with the SKA. Appropriate support, including conference travel, will be provided.
These roles are based in Perth, Western Australia, and occasional international and domestic travel will be required, to the SKAO Headquarters in the UK, to the SKAO Engineering Operations Centre in Geraldton, WA, and to the telescope site.
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 are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with these roles being offered on a full-time, part-time basis. Please raise your preference in your application.
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.
These are fixed-term positions with a duration of 4 years.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
The SKAO is seeking to appoint experienced and motivated radio astronomers to plan and execute the scientific commissioning of the SKA-Low Telescope array. The postholders will join a small established group of commissioning astronomers based in Perth, WA. The primary tasks of the group are:
-Take responsibility for science commissioning, i.e. planning, execution and analysis of test observations on the array. The group works closely with the System Science Group based at GHQ (UK), which has oversight of commissioning of the SKA-Low Telescope.
-Close collaboration with engineering (hardware and software) groups involved in construction to verify aspects of the system and to identify and correct faults. There will be a particularly close interaction with the Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) Group based in Perth and Geraldton, WA.
-Support the AIV Group to verify the top-level engineering requirements of the array.
-Maintain a close interaction with the Science Operations Group, in particular to support Science Verification.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
The appointees will be active radio astronomers with the following qualifications, skills and experience:
-PhD in astronomy or physics, with substantial experience in observational radio astronomy.
-Strong understanding of radio astronomical techniques, including interferometry, and demonstrated ability to reduce and interpret data from radio telescopes.
-A good understanding of the science enabled by the SKA.
-Experience of working effectively in a team, contributing constructively to an inclusive and high performing team culture.
Applicants are encouraged to address each of these points explicitly in their application materials.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Experience of working in one or more of the construction, commissioning or operation of a radio observatory.
-Proven track record in commissioning of radio telescopes (hardware or software), including test, scripting and debugging experience, and ability to analyse complex, system-level problems.
-Background in low-frequency interferometry and/or non-imaging (beam-forming) applications such as pulsar search and timing. Experience in direction-dependent calibration methods would be a particular advantage.
-Experience of remote working with teams across multiple time zones.
-Proficiency in written documentation, particularly test and problem reporting.
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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| Scholarship positions for the international joint Master in Astrophysics and Space Science - MASS | Closing date: 2025-02-14
Contact: MASS Project Office |
The MASS Consortium (Italy, France, Germany, Serbia) invites applications for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) scholarships and admission to the EMJM programme in Astrophysics and Space Science - MASS.
Application deadline: February 14th, 2025.
Start of the Master course: September 2025.
The call for applications is published at:
https://www.master-mass.eu/call-for-applications/ | | ▸ more | MASS is an intersectoral, research-oriented Master programme (2 years, 120 ECTS credits) taught in English and jointly offered by a Consortium of four Universities: Rome Tor Vergata, Belgrade, Bremen and Côte d'Azur with the active contribution of several associated partners, including public research institutions, national space agencies, small and medium enterprises and space industries.
MASS covers state-of-the-art research in six main pillars: Gravitation and Cosmology, Stellar Astrophysics, Exoplanets, Astrophysical Techniques, Astrostatistics and Big Data, and Space Science. Its goal is to optimally train students for PhD programmes, but also for a possible career in the private sector.
Successful applicants will study in at least 2 and up to 4 of the MASS Consortium Universities and will be awarded a joint or multiple Master Degree, complemented with a Diploma Supplement.
Applications are invited from top-ranked students of any nationality with a certified good knowledge of English, who hold a recognized Bachelor's or equivalent Degree (at least 3 years of studies, 180 ECTS credits) in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, Mathematics, Computing Science, Space Engineering, or closely related fields and satisfy all prerequisites listed on the MASS website. Students who are expected to obtain their Bachelor's Degree before the end of July 2025 (if they require no visa) or before the end of June 2025 (in case they need a visa to study in Italy) are eligible to apply.
Full scholarships are funded by the European Union following the Erasmus+ EMJM scholarship scheme. The student selection and the award of scholarships are primarily based on excellence.
Further information and the on-line application form are available on the official MASS website at https://www.master-mass.eu
For inquiries, please contact the MASS Project Office at: info @ master-mass.eu
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| Observing Programme Office Astronomer | Closing date: 2025-02-12
Contact: Vacancy |
The European Organisation for Astronomical Research in the Southern Hemisphere (ESO) is the foremost intergovernmental astronomy organisation in Europe and the world's most productive ground-based astronomical observatory. ESO carries out an ambitious programme focused on the design, construction and operation of powerful ground-based observing facilities enabling astronomers to make important scientific discoveries.
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The Astronomer within OPO is responsible for supporting the preparation and selection of observing proposals, contributes to the formulation of time allocation policies, and assists in the development of a modern proposal handling system. This includes the study and implementation on AI-based algorithms to facilitate the distribution and review process. The OPO Astronomer will oversee the handling of the Phase 1 proposals and will support users during the Phase 1 proposal preparation and submission phase. They will prepare telescope time allocation statistics and monitor the performance of the Panel and Distributed Peer Review processes. Further to this, the OPO Astronomer will support the recruitment of the Observing Programmes Committee and Panel members, and will actively participate to the implementation of the upcoming Yearly Cycle and the Fast Track Channel. They will also be responsible for fostering strong key relationships and maintaining good communication with the following key stakeholders:
* Internal: Office of the Director General, VLT, VLTI and ELT Programme Scientists, User Support Department, Paranal Science Operations, Software Engineers, ESO Archive;
* External: Principal Investigators, Observing Programmes Committee, ESO Council, ESO Scientific Technical Committee, ESO Users Committee, Member-state institutes, High-level academic or governmental officials in the Member States.
As a member of the ESO Astronomy Faculty, the OPO Astronomer is expected and encouraged to conduct a strong personal research programme and to participate actively in the scientific life of ESO.
The tasks are not limited to the above and a flexible approach and willingness to adapt are required.
Key Competences and Experience:
Essential Competences and Experience
* Strong active research programme and robust publication record;
* Gained a minimum of one postdoctoral position in a scientific research institute;
* Experience at a large, international scientific facility;
* At least three years of demonstrated user experience with the ESO workflow, telescopes and instrumentation;
* Demonstrated experience with general Optical and NIR observing techniques;
* Proficiency in working with relational databases, SQL and Python scripting;
* Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively, respectfully, and with integrity, with internal and external stakeholders;
* Ability to deliver clear and concise written and verbal communications, identifying key issues, evaluating options, and proposing actionable solutions;
* Demonstrated capacity to build strong collaborative relationships with geographically dispersed teams and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Astronomy or equivalent.
Language skills:
Language skills:
Excellent command of the English language is essential. Additional knowledge of other European languages would be an advantage.
Remuneration and Contract:
ESO offers a competitive remuneration package, including pension, medical benefits, relocation support, and family-friendly policies. Detailed employment conditions are available at https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/intstaff/
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 a CV containing a publication list and a research statement. Also required are the names and contact details of three scientists familiar with your work and willing to provide a recommendation letter. Referees will be automatically invited to submit a recommendation letter. However, applicants are strongly advised to trigger these invitations (using the web application form) well in advance of the application deadline.
Deadline for applications is 12 February 2025
Interviews are expected to start soon after this date.
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| Director General (DG) | Closing date: 2025-02-28
Contact: Vacancy |
| ESO operates world-class observing sites in northern Chile, including La Silla, Paranal, and Chajnantor (home to ALMA, in which ESO is a major partner). At Paranal, ESO runs the Very Large Telescope, one of the most advanced optical observatories globally, and is completing the 39-metre Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) on Cerro Armazones. The ELT, set to become "the world's biggest eye on the sky," will be fully integrated with Paranal operations. ESO is also a founding member of the Cherenkov Telescope Array Observatory (CTAO), the most sensitive high-energy gamma-ray observatory. | | ▸ more | At its Headquarters in Garching near Munich, Germany, ESO is now seeking to appoint a new Director General (DG) as the current DG's term concludes in August 2026.
Key Responsibilities
ESO has achieved a decade of remarkable scientific, technical, and organisational success, including expanding to 16 Member States, partnering with Australia, and advancing the ELT project. The new DG will build on this foundation, leading ESO to maintain its position as a global leader in astronomy. Key responsibilities include:
* Managing ESO's diverse programme and completing the ELT project.
* Supporting operations and upgrades of the La Silla-Paranal Observatory, the instrumentation programme, and international collaborations with ALMA and CTA.
* Overseeing ESO's strategy, including the Expanding Horizons initiative, and maintaining balanced budgets.
* Sustaining ESO's excellence in science, technology, and productivity.
Experience and Skills required
The successful candidate will:
* Hold a PhD in astronomy or a related field, with recognised excellence in observational astronomy.
* Demonstrate a proven ability to develop and implement vision and strategy.
* Possess effective leadership and management experience within an international astronomical organisation or institute.
* Have expertise in leading large programmes, managing resources efficiently, and fostering a motivated workforce.
* Strong political and diplomatic skills are essential to maintaining and strengthening ESO's relationships with Member States, Chile, Australia, the international community, and key stakeholders. A commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and diversity is expected, alongside a focus on financial, environmental, and personnel resource management.
Language and contract details
Exceptional communication skills and fluency in English are essential, with knowledge of Spanish and / or German an asset. The position, based in Garching near Munich, is a full-time post with an initial fixed five-year term, renewable once for a set period subject to performance and organisational needs. The DG is expected to live in the general Munich area. Regular travel to Chile and other international locations is required.
ESO offers a competitive remuneration package, including pension, medical benefits, relocation support, and family-friendly policies. Detailed employment conditions are available at https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/intstaff/
Application Process
Interested candidates should send a brief CV and letter of motivation to Fiona Brazil, ESO Head of Human Resources, at HOHR @ eso.org by Friday, 28 February 2025. General inquiries on the role may be directed to Professor Tom Ray, ESO Council President, at tr @ cp.dias.ie.
In-person interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held in early May, with final interviews scheduled for October. Applicants will participate in assessment activities during the selection process. The selected candidate is expected to join in the first half of 2026 for a handover period.
ESO values diversity and is committed to equal opportunities, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates. Recruitment preference will be given to nationals of ESO Member States, Australia, and Chile.
For more information about ESO, please visit www.eso.org.
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| PhD positions in Astrophysics at the University of Hertfordshire | Closing date: 2025-02-03
Contact: Dan Smith |
The Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR) at the University of Hertfordshire is offering several PhD positions to commence in Oct 2025:
https://www.herts.ac.uk/research/centres/car/research-degrees-and-studentships
Several fully-funded studentships (funded by either the University of by STFC) are available, with applications welcome from both UK and international students. Priority will be given to applications received before the deadline February 3, 2025, 9am (GMT). | | ▸ more | The Centre has a strong research programme, across a broad spectrum of theoretical and observational topics and is offering projects in the following areas:
- Galaxies, Active Galactic Nuclei and Cosmology
- Solar, Stellar and Time-domain Astrophysics
- Extra-solar planets and brown dwarfs
Prospective applicants who wish to find out more about the department or the projects on offer are encouraged to contact the prospective supervisors (who are listed at the top of each project description). General enquiries about the process may be addressed to Professor Dan Smith, the Postgraduate Tutor (d.j.b.smith @ herts.ac.uk).
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| 11 PhD positions in astrophysics | Closing date: 2025-02-01
Contact: Antonis Georgakakis |
| 11 PhD positions on the feeding and feedback cycle of supermassive black holes are available at 10 astronomy groups across Europe from Sept 2025 as part of the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Doctorate Network TALES (Time-domain Analysis to study the Life-cycle and Evolution of Supermassive black holes). | | ▸ more | | A total of 11 doctorate research positions are available as part of the MSCA Doctorate Network TALES, (Time-domain Analysis to study the Life-cycle and Evolution of Supermassive black holes), a consortium of 10 astrophysics research groups, 8 industrial and 4 academic partners spread across Europe that aims to study the feeding and feedback cycle of supermassive black holes. The TALES doctorate candidates will (i) leverage time-domain astronomy observations from state-of-the-art facilities to map the structure of matter in the close vicinity of supermassive black holes, (ii) use novel analysis methods from the discipline of data science to maximise the information gain from the observations and (iii) develop new theories and models to interpret the data and learn about the physics of the life-cycle of black holes at the centres of galaxies. Parallel to the core research activities above, TALES aspires to implement an ambitious training programme on both technical and complementary skills that is tailored to the needs of the doctorate candidates and includes secondments to industrial and/or academic partners as well as specialised lectures and science communication events. Information about the 11 positions and application details can be found at https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/280409 or the TALES webpage https://www.star.bris.ac.uk/TALES/
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