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| PhD in computational astrophysics and galaxy formation/evolution - Geneva University | Closing date: 2025-01-15
Contact: Melanie Habouzit |
| Applications are invited for a Ph.D. position (starting early Fall 2025) in computational astrophysics and galaxy formation/evolution at the Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva (Switzerland), in the research group led by Melanie Habouzit. The position is fully funded by the SNSF Starting Grant "Constraining black hole origins with cosmological simulations?. | | ▸ more | The selected candidate will join a dynamic and passionate research group dedicated to understanding and constraining how massive black holes formed in the early Universe. The group performs and analyzes large-scale cosmological simulations of the Universe with new models for massive black hole formation. Our novel theoretical and computational framework is key in interpreting current observations of massive black holes and galaxies (e.g., from the James Webb Space Telescope) and future data from, for example, the Euclid, Roman, and Athena telescopes, and the LISA gravitational wave antenna.
The large Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva offers a diverse research environment including theoretical and observational studies of black holes and galaxies, exoplanets, development of scientific software for space missions, and numerical simulations. The selected candidates will be part of the vibrant ?Extreme Universe? department. Geneva is one of the most international and multicultural cities in Europe with a high quality of living. Beautiful French and Swiss Alps within striking distance!
The position is for 4 years; remuneration is based on the University salary grid (Canton of Geneva). Generous funds for travel and computer equipment are included. The selected Ph.D. student will enroll in the Ph.D. programme of the Department and University (UniGE).
Applicants are expected to hold a Master degree (or equivalent degree) in Astrophysics/Astronomy or a closely related field, by the start of employment. Previous experience with extragalactic astrophysics, including observations, and/or cosmological simulations is desirable but not required.
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically in a single PDF to applications.habouzit @ gmail.com by January 15th (2025) and include (in the order listed below): a cover letter, a CV (maximum 2 pages), grades for the master degree (if not yet available, please send the grades of the previous year), a brief statement (maximum 2 pages) describing your research interests and experience. In addition, please arrange for 2 reference letters to be sent directly to applications.habouzit @ gmail.com by January 15th, 2025.
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