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| Two PostDoc positions in ELT pipeline development / University of Innsbruck | Closing date: 2024-07-19
Contact: Prof. Norbert Przybilla |
| The University of Innsbruck is the largest and most important research and education facility in Western Austria. The Galactic Astrophysics group of Prof. Norbert Przybilla at the Institute for Astro- and Particle Physics invites applications for two postdoctoral positions to support development of data-reduction software packages for spectroscopic modes of the ESO ELT instruments MICADO and METIS. | | ▸ more | Your tasks:
- independent project work for ESO ELT instrumentation projects
- participation in organizational and administrative tasks
Your profile:
- completed doctoral studies in astronomy or physics with a focus on astronomy/astrophysics
- experience in the research field of astronomy/astrophysics, preferably in observation-oriented astronomy and development of astronomical data reduction software
- experience in data acquisition, data reduction in the optical through mid-infrared wavelength range and data analysis of astronomical instruments
- experience in use of state-of-the-art astronomical software packages
- knowledge of ESO software standards for data reduction pipelines
- ability to work in a team with project groups at international level
- problem-solving skills
The appointment is for two years with the possibility of extension beyond that period contingent upon performance and availability of funding.
Compensation and Benefits:
The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement for the universities of Austria) for this position is susceptible to increase depending on inflation and amounts to ? 4.752 per month (as of 2024), 14 salaries/year.
It also includes health and pension insurance (following the collective bargaining agreement of the university) and 5 weeks of holidays. The University of Innsbruck voluntarily also offers several additional benefits like a grant for the local public transport, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, and attractive training and development opportunities, see https://www.uibk.ac.at/de/karriere/zusatzleistungen/ for more details.
The University of Innsbruck pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application Details:
The application has to be submitted via the web portal of the University of Innsbruck.
Required documents: cover letter including names and contact information for two references, who may be contacted for letters of recommendation, CV with publication list, a statement that describes all relevant experiences related to observations and development of data reduction software (maximum 2 pages).
Reference Codes: MIP-14262, MIP-14263
Links to the online applications:
https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=14262
https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=14263
Applicants are asked to apply to both positions.
Application Deadline: 2024 Jul 19
Contact for inquiries:
Professor Norbert Przybilla
norbert.przybilla @ uibk.ac.at
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