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| Postdoc position in solar/stellar physics and machine learning at the University of Bern | Closing date: 2023-03-05
Contact: Lucia Kleint |
| The University of Bern hosts many domains of astronomy, from solar physics, to exoplanets, and satellite observations. The successful candidate will work in the space weather group, which focuses on understanding solar and stellar flares with machine learning. The project has the goal of developing, implementing, and using methods to analyze large astronomical data sets to better understand the physics of flares. | | ▸ more | We are looking for highly motivated candidates with previous experience in machine learning and solar or stellar data analysis. The project focuses on the research questions "When and where will a flare occur? What are the origins and mechanisms of solar flares and stellar superflares?" and the candidate is expected to autonomously develop ideas and methods to investigate these questions statistically. Support for conferences and collaborations is available.
Requirements:
- PhD degree in physics, astronomy, or a similar discipline with a maximum of 3 years postdoc experience after the PhD.
- Experience in programming with Python and IDL, further programming languages are considered an asset. Experience with machine learning (e.g. PyTorch).
- Knowledge of ground- and space-based solar or stellar observations.
- Teamplayer who likes to work with other group members and students.
Appointment:
as soon as possible after the deadline, open until filled. 2-year position with an option for prolongation.
Application:
deadline: March 5, 2023 via email to L. Kleint, containing (as one pdf file):
- CV
- a list of publications
- motivation letter
- max. 2-page research statement
- code samples
- names of 3 references that can be contacted.
Salary:
Based on the regulations of the University of Bern, starting at 87 kCHF/year
Contact:
Prof. Dr. Lucia Kleint (email lucia.kleint @ unibe.ch).
An equal opportunity environment is important to us, and we welcome applicants from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in physics and astronomy. We will be particularly pleased to receive applications from women for the advertised position.
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| Postdoctoral Position in Cosmology | Closing date: 2023-03-15
Contact: Maciej Bilicki |
| The Computational Cosmology Group at the Center for Theoretical Physics PAS, Warsaw, is offering a postdoctoral position within the project PACIS: Precision and Accuracy for Cosmological Imaging Surveys led by Prof. Maciej Bilicki. | | ▸ more | The successful applicant will contribute to cosmological studies with deep wide-field imaging surveys by designing and analyzing novel galaxy catalogs. We seek candidates with a PhD degree (awarded no earlier than in 2016*) in astronomy, physics, or computational sciences, who have experience in handling astronomical data using machine learning or other computational techniques. Practical knowledge of deep learning, methods to select galaxies or estimate their redshifts from imaging data, will be additional assets.
The Computational Cosmology Group at CTP PAS collaborates with partners from KiDS, LSST DESC, 4MOST & LOFAR. The prospective postdoctoral researcher will be welcome to work with these international consortia.
The position is offered initially for two years, with a possible extension for the third year, subject to satisfactory performance. The salary will amount to ca. 90k PLN (~19k EUR) per year after taxes and social security contribution. There is also dedicated budget for travel and personal computing equipment. The position can start at any time agreed with the candidate.
Interested candidates should send a single pdf file including a cover letter, a research statement (max. 3 pages), CV, and a publication list, to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl referring to MB/03/2023. Applicants should also arrange to have at least two reference letters sent to the same address by the deadline.
The Center for Theoretical Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. Women and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
* This can be extended in case of documented parental or sick leave.
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| Six long-term postdoctoral positions for the 4D-STAR project | Closing date: 2023-03-24
Contact: Conny Aerts |
We announce six vacancies for long-term
postdoctoral positions in the framework of the project 4D-STAR, a
transnational initiative funded by the European Research Council as
Synergy Grant (1/9/2023-31/8/2029, website: 4D-STAR.org). Apply by 24 March 2023 via
https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60187177
Best regards,
Conny Aerts, Corresponding Principle Investigator (Leuven, Belgium)
Aaron Dotter, Principle Investigator (Dartmouth, USA)
Stéphane Mathis, Principle Investigator (Sac | | ▸ more | We invite motivated candidates to apply for postdoctoral positions as part of the 6-year Synergy Grant 4D-STAR, a transnational project funded by the European Research Council. 4D-STAR will develop new theory and open-source modules to simulate the evolution of rotating magnetic stars in 3 spatial and 1 time dimension, calibrated by asteroseismic observables of single and binary stars, as well as by star clusters. To reach the 4D-STAR goals, we will integrate four teams led by asteroseismologist Conny Aerts at KU Leuven (Belgium), theoretical astrophysicst Stéphane Mathis at CEA-Saclay (France), astrophysical fluid dynamicist Michel Rieutord at Toulouse (France), and stellar evolution software developer Aaron Dotter at Dartmouth College (USA). The six selected candidates will have ample opportunity for research stays at each of the four 4D-STAR nodes. They will also be offered training in science and people management, in student supervision and lecturing, in science communication, and in grant application writing with the aim to develop a personal independent career track.
Full description and application page: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60187177
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| SAAO Staff Astronomer | Closing date: 2023-02-28
Contact: Vanessa McBride |
| The primary responsibility of the staff astronomer is to lead and conduct original research in synergy with one or more of the SAAO research focus areas. The ideal candidate would use near-infrared observations - ground-based and from space - as a cornerstone of their research programme, and/or may have experience in development or support of near-infrared instrumentation. The staff astronomer will have a 50-50 split between research (including postgraduate student supervision and/or staff development) and operational duties at the SAAO. | | ▸ more | SAAO Staff Astronomer
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of staff astronomer to fulfil the research vision of the SAAO.
Key Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the staff astronomer is to lead and conduct original research in synergy with one or more of the SAAO research focus areas. The ideal candidate would use near-infrared observations - ground-based and from space - as a cornerstone of their research programme, and/or may have experience in development or support of near-infrared instrumentation. The staff astronomer will have a 50-50 split between research (including postgraduate student supervision and/or staff development) and operational duties at the SAAO. These duties may include observing support, instrument support, data and telescope management and/or new instrumentation development. All astronomers are based in Cape Town, with travel to Sutherland if and when required.
Key Requirements:
Qualification: PhD in Astronomy or a related field
Experience:
Four or more years of post-doctoral experience in astronomy.
Proven ability to carry out independent astronomical research.
Experience in near infrared astronomy, as judged through a track record of publications and/or contributions to infrared astronomy instrumentation projects.
Experience in student supervision
Ability:
Must be able to demonstrate leadership qualities in a scientific and/or academic environment.
Must be able to work across the boundaries of science and engineering, as typical within a research-and-development environment.
Knowledge:
Ground-based and/or space-based infrared astronomy.
Instrumentation for ground-based infrared astronomy.
Knowledge of techniques for dealing with spatially and spectrally resolved near-infrared data.
Desirable:
Experience with developing data reduction pipelines for near-infrared astronomy.
To apply:
Applicants should apply through the NRF recruitment portal (https://ess.nrf.ac.za/Account/Recruitment) by 3 February 2023.
Enquiries can be directed to A/Prof. Vanessa McBride (vanessa @ saao.ac.za)
The filling of this position will be in line with the NRF?s Employment Equity Policy and Plan in the South African context (www.labour.gov.za Employment Equity Act 1998)
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| Post-doctoral position in stellar astrophysics at Universität Tübingen | Closing date: 2023-02-28
Contact: Beate Stelzer |
| The Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics (IAAT) of Universität Tübingen (Germany) offers a full-time 3-year post-doctoral position in the area of observational stellar astrophysics within the research group on Space Based Astrophysics led by Prof. B. Stelzer. Starting date is as soon as possible and the candidate should pursue the goal of habilitation. | | ▸ more | The main scientific activities of the Space Based Astrophysics group at Universität Tübingen are on the formation and evolution of low-mass stars and brown dwarfs with focus on protostellar disks and accretion/outflows, as well as magnetic activity and rotation in low-mass stars. We conduct multi-wavelength observations from the radio to the X-ray band using ground- and space-based instrumentation including top-level facilities such as ESO/VLT, XMM-Newton, TESS, eROSITA and Gaia. The group is involved in a 4MOST survey and software development for PLATO.
The applicant must have a PhD degree in astronomy or astrophysics and a background in one or more of the scientific areas of the research group or a closely related field. Expertise in astronomical observing techniques (e.g. X-ray data analysis, optical spectroscopy/photometry, radio data analysis) is required. The successful candidate will pursue the goal of habilitation, and is expected to contribute to the academic life of IAAT through teaching and the supervision of students. He/she will be involved in international collaborations and will be encouraged to participate in science teams of future astrophysical observing facilities.
The appointment is for a full-time 3-year position. Salary will be according to grade E13 of the TV-L of the German public services. The application is expected to consist of a CV, publication list and a letter comprising a statement of previous research experience, current research interests and motivation for the application (max. 5 pages). Three letters of recommendation must be arranged by the applicant to be sent separately to the email-address given below by the application deadline: February 28, 2023. The position is available immediately and the starting date as soon as possible.
Universität Tübingen wishes to enhance the share of women employed in research and teaching. In case of equal qualification preference will be given to applicants with disabilities.
The responsibility for the employment lies with the administration of the university.
Contact for application and further information:
Beate Stelzer (stelzer @ astro.uni-tuebingen.de)
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| Non-thermal phenomena in galaxy clusters: advances from observations with LOFAR and SKA precursors | Closing date: 2023-01-31
Contact: Francesco de Gasperin |
| 1+1 yr postdoc position at IRA-INAF (Bologna, Italy) on observational or theoretical study of galaxy clusters | | ▸ more | We are offering a 1+1 year postdoc position at the Institute of Radioastronomy (IRA - INAF) focussed at providing new insights on the non-thermal emission from galaxy clusters by exploiting observations with the new generation of radio interferometers and their interpretation. The observations with LOFAR and SKA precursors/pathfinders (MeerKAT, uGMRT) are producing a great impact on our understanding of the origin and evolution of non-thermal phenomena in galaxy clusters and the large-scale structure. In this project, we will use LOFAR and MeerKAT data of which the supervisors are PI or directly involved to study and interpret the non-thermal emission from galaxy clusters. Specifically, the aim of the project is to investigate the origin and evolution of radio halos, relics, and other phenomena connected with diffuse radio emission in clusters using continuum and polarization data including the possibility of numerical simulations and theoretical interpretation of the transport/acceleration mechanisms of relativistic particles and amplification of the magnetic fields.
The hired postdoc will carry out research activities in the above field, analyzing data from LOFAR and SKA precursors and/or interpreting them with models and/or numerical simulations. The candidate will be supervised by Dr. de Gasperin and Dr. Brunetti and in close collaboration with the group of IRA researchers active in the field (Botteon, Cassano, Venturi and associates).
The researcher will be part of the quickly growing group of low-frequency radio astronomers at IRA. The candidate will be part of the LOFAR collaboration and will have privileged access to data. Our teams have strong expertise in radio, X-ray, numerical and theoretical modelling. The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities and to large survey data from MeerKAT, LOFAR and other facilities. Funding for computing and travel will be available. The position comes with no teaching duties.
The application must include:
- CV
- Filled annex A and B (see website)
- A copy of the ID card
- Copy of phd certificate (or master certificate and declaration to have at least 3 yrs of research experience)
- Signed list of the attached material
The position is expected to begin as early as possible after March, 2023.
Please see the website for further instructions: https://info.ira.inaf.it/opportunities/bando-2022-14-ira-ar/
For any question, please contact Dr. Francesco de Gasperin (fdg @ ira.inaf.it)
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| Galaxy Clusters with LOFAR | Closing date: 2023-01-31
Contact: Francesco de Gasperin |
| 2-yr postdoc position at IRA-INAF (Bologna, Italy) on observational radio astronomy at low-frequency with LOFAR | | ▸ more | We are offering a 2 year postdoc position at the Institute of Radioastronomy (IRA - INAF) focussed at exploiting the LOFAR LBA Sky Survey (LoLSS; de Gasperin et al. 2021) in the field of galaxy clusters. LoLSS observations were completed in 2022, the data reduction is ongoing using the LOFAR nodes at IRA-INAF in Bologna. According to current models, with the sensitivity and angular resolution of the survey, we expect to detect radio emissions from about a hundred galaxy clusters. These clusters will constitute the first statistical sample of radio clusters observed at very low frequency (50 MHz) and will allow to complement the data of the LoTSS survey and to test the current theoretical scenarios. The hired postdoc will contribute to the data analysis of the LoLSS survey focusing on the extraction and data reduction of those fields containing clusters of galaxies. During the project, the candidate will combine LoLSS data with the LoTSS data of the clusters and with complementary radio (uGMRT, JVLA) and X (Chandra, XMM) data, and will compare observations and theoretical predictions. The candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. de Gasperin in close collaboration with the low-frequency radio group at IRA.
The researcher will be part of the quickly growing group of low-frequency radio astronomers at IRA. The candidate will be part of the LOFAR collaboration and will have privileged access to data. Our teams have strong expertise in radio, X-ray, numerical and theoretical modelling. The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities and to large survey data from MeerKAT, LOFAR and other facilities. Funding for computing and travel will be available. The position comes with no teaching duties. A PhD in astronomy, physics or equivalent is a requirement.
The application must include:
- CV
- Filled annex A and B (see website)
- A copy of the ID card
- Copy of phd certificate (or master certificate and declaration to have at least 3 yrs of research experience)
- Signed list of the attached material
The position is expected to begin as early as possible after March, 2023.
Please see the website for further instructions: https://info.ira.inaf.it/opportunities/bando-2022-12-ira-ar/
For any question, please contact Dr. Francesco de Gasperin (fdg @ ira.inaf.it)
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| Verification Systems Engineer | Closing date: 2023-02-03
Contact: Heather |
An amazing opportunity for an experienced Verification Systems Engineer with strong leadership skills to join an international, multicultural organisation and contribute to the delivery of the largest radio telescope on the planet.
Apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/verification-systems-engineer-506213.html | | ▸ more | At the SKAO we are coordinating a global effort to deliver one of the largest science facilities on the planet. The SKAO telescopes will be next-generation instruments that will help to answer key questions in astrophysics, drive technological innovation and support human capital development.
More than a dozen partner countries and over a thousand scientists and engineers around the world are already on board, making the SKA project an international collaboration like no other, and one of the most ambitious science and engineering endeavours of the 21st century.
Headquartered in the UK, with telescope sites in Australia and South Africa, the SKAO will be one observatory operating two telescopes, an endeavour spanning three continents. Multinational by design, in early 2021 the SKAO became an intergovernmental organisation, one of only a select handful of science infrastructures to do so worldwide.
Construction activities for the SKAO's telescopes in Australia and South Africa started in 2021, along with a ramping up of SKAO staff in both countries. It is expected that the transition from the Construction Phase to the Operations Phase will happen around 2028.
SKAO Operations in South Africa will be conducted in partnership with the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO). SKAO Operations in Australia will be conducted in partnership with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO). The Observatory will also partner closely with a global network of SKA Regional Centres through which astronomers will access science data products and a suite of tools and resources to further analyse the SKA telescopes' data.
For more information on the SKA project visit https://www.skao.int/
The SKA Observatory offers a competitive salary and a generous pension and benefits package. As an employee of an intergovernmental organisation, an appointee who is not a national of the country in which the role is based may be subject to personal Privileges and Immunities.The Role
The Verification System Engineer is a member of the SKA-Mid Telescope Delivery Team, a multidisciplinary team responsible for the delivery of the SKA-Mid Telescope. Within the team, the Verification System Engineer will be responsible for the verification of the SKA-Mid Telescope and will provide engineering support and leadership both in their specific discipline and across the entire SKA-Mid Telescope.
This role is known internally as SKA-Mid AIV Lead Engineer and will report to the SKA Head of Engineering.
This role will be based in Cape Town, South Africa, and it will involve regular travel to site and occasional international travel.
SKAO is committed to providing a flexible working environment meeting the requests of our Colleagues whilst also fulfilling the needs and objectives of the Observatory. We encourage open conversations during the interview and application process in relation to any specific requirements, and later with line managers to assess individual flexible working arrangements alongside the needs of the organisation and responsibilities and accountabilities of the specific role and team.
There may be occasions where this role requires the post holder to work across different time zones and, in line with SKAO policy, flexible working hours will be supported in agreement with the line manager.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
-Responsibility for the Mid System Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) processes for SKAO, in coordination with the Mid System Engineers and Mission Assurance Team.
-Defines governing verification plans, procedures, processes and appropriate tools and uses these to monitor and control verification activities. Ownership of the Verification flow of the LOW telescope.
-Leading the SKA Integrated Team in guiding and supporting the AIV process up to science Verification. The AIV Mid Lead Engineer is the authority for product acceptance, installation, integration and engineering commissioning/verification, co-leads science commissioning and supports science verification
-Responsibility in developing and managing out the Professional Services Contracts needed for the System AIV preparation and execution, which includes also the MeerKAT integration work package.
-Maintain, during the verification phase on site, the overall responsibility for coordination of AIV activities on site, in collaboration with the SKA-Mid Site Construction Director.
-Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the line manager or a member of SKAO senior management team.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Degree in Engineering, Physics or another closely related and relevant field, or equivalent experience.
-Strong systems engineering background in a complex systems development environment.
-Significant experience in Assembly, Integration and Verification for large and complex international projects.
-Experience in managing technical and engineering change across internal stakeholders.
-Good overall Systems, Software and Hardware integration experience.
-Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate team members.
-Ability to build good working relationships with engineers, scientists and other internal and external stakeholders.
-Good oral and written communication skills in English.
-Good interpersonal and influencing skills.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
-Experience working on projects with in-kind contribution.
-Familiarity with telescopes based on radio interferometry, including experience with debugging interferometers at an early stage of development.
-Membership of, or eligibility for membership of recognised national or international system engineering institutes.
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
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| Two Postdoctoral Positions in Astroinformatics | Closing date: 2023-01-31
Contact: Vassilis Charmandaris |
| Two postdoctoral positions at the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) in the island of Crete (Greece) under an ERA Chair in AstroInformatics in the areas of Radio Weak Lensing and in Weak Lensing & High Order Statistics. | | ▸ more | The HORIZON project ?TITAN ? Frugal Artificial Intelligence and Application in Astrophysics?, funded under the HORIZON-WIDERA-2022-TALENTS-01 program aims to develop novel frameworks based on advanced signal processing and (deep) machine learning frameworks for distinguishing different cosmological models from such maps.
Details: https://www.forth.gr/en/news/show/&tid=2160
In this project, we seek
-one (1) Postdoctoral Researcher to explore and develop approaches for extracting cosmological information from high-order statistics using forward modelling techniques. The approach will rely on fast cosmological simulations, capable of simulating the Euclid survey under various cosmologies (e.g. using the FastPM N-body simulation code). The developed tool will be used to infer cosmological parameters from CFIS data. The post-doctoral researcher will be located at the premises of FORTH with a strong collaboration with the CosmoStat Laboratory at CEA Saclay. The post-doctoral researcher will be advised by Jean-Luc Starck (FORTH/CEA) and Panagiotis Tsakalides (FORTH).
Details: http://www.cosmostat.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FORTH-TITAN-postdoc_WeakLensing-1.pdf
- one (1) Postdoctoral Researcher who will explore the introduction of weak lensing-specific constraints in deep learning models that prevent galaxy shape distortions, extending paradigms from optical methodologies to the radio domain. The effort will focus on large-scale reconstruction algorithms able to optimize the measurement of shape parameters from SKA interferometry through the coupling of deep-learning-based image priors with geometric shape regularization. The post-doctoral researcher will be located at the premises of FORTH with a strong collaboration with the CosmoStat Laboratory at CEA Saclay. The post-doctoral researcher will be advised by Jean-Luc Starck (FORTH/CEA), Francois Lanusse (CEA), and Panagiotis Tsakalides (FORTH).
Details: http://www.cosmostat.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FORTH-TITAN-postdoc_RadioLensing-1.pdf
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| Postdoctoral Researcher in Exoplanets and Planetesimal Belts | Closing date: 2023-01-30
Contact: Luca Matra |
| We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Exoplanetary Systems at Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Ireland. The successful candidate will join Prof. Luca Matrà's IRC-funded research group within the broader Astrophysics Group of TCD's School of Physics. | | ▸ more | The project goals will include planning for long-period planets detection through astrometry of their host star with ground-based mm/radio interferometry with ALMA and future observatories (ngVLA, SKA). The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to work on high-resolution ALMA observations of planetesimal belts and/or population synthesis modelling of resolved planetesimal belt populations, as part of international collaborations including the REASONS survey and the ongoing ARKS ALMA Large program.
Applicants must have a PhD in Astrophysics or related field, or have satisfied the requirements of a PhD by the time of appointment. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated expertise in one or more of: astrometry, exoplanets, debris/protoplanetary disks and mm/radio interferometry observations.
The position is available for two years initially, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The position is available to start on September 1st, 2023 but the starting date can be negotiated. Funding for travel and relocation costs is available. The group has access to a dedicated computing server, as well as local and national high-performance computing facilities.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV with publication list, two (max 2-page) letters of recommendation, and a (max 3-page) research statement by the deadline of January 30th, 2023. Applications from under-represented minorities in physics and astronomy are particularly welcome. Applications should be submitted via email to astrojobs @ tcd.ie, with the subject heading 'Planetary Systems postdoctoral researcher application'; inquiries can be directed to lmatra @ tcd.ie.
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| Postdoctoral position with the Quantum Communications group at University of Barcelona | Closing date: 2023-01-27
Contact: Secretaria ICC |
| The recently established group in Quantum Communications@UB offers a postdoctoral position to work on the project ?Hardware for Quantum Communications? within the Programa de Comunicaciones Cuànticas. The candidate will be supervised by Prof. Bruno Julia Diaz, part of the Many-Body Quantum Physics with Atoms and Light group (https://manboqu.fqa.ub.edu ). She/he will also work in close collaboration with Prof. Marti Duocastella (Dynamic Optical Systems Lab, www.ub.edu/dlight ) and Prof. Jose Maria Gomez Cama. | | ▸ more | DEADLINE Fri, 27/1/2023
Job description:
The recently established group in Quantum Communications @ UB offers a postdoctoral position to work on the project ?Hardware for Quantum Communications? within the Programa de Comunicaciones Cuànticas. The candidate will be supervised by Prof. Bruno Julia Diaz, part of the Many-Body Quantum Physics with Atoms and Light group (https://manboqu.fqa.ub.edu ). She/he will also work in close collaboration with Prof. Marti Duocastella (Dynamic Optical Systems Lab, www.ub.edu/dlight ) and Prof. Jose Maria Gomez Cama.
The project aims at developing a novel source of entangled photons with enhanced emission efficiency. Combining theoretical with experimental work, the key idea is to use a commercial two-photon polymerization printer to grow resonating structures around quantum dots. Ideally, the emission of the dot will be monitored continuously during the process allowing us to improve the device fabrication.
Candidates should hold a PhD in physics, or related fields, at the starting date of the contract. They are expected to have expertise in quantum technologies.
Employment conditions:
The position is offered for two years, and it is expected to begin no later than September 2023. Gross annual salary is about 33.000? per year, depending on the experience. This includes social security and public healthcare benefits, covering spouse and children.
Application procedure and deadline:
Please fill out this form with your information and the information of two referees who will provide recommendation letters for you.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=qzwxosOxOk-7ESFXRH3btIoIot4FN6lHiSCx0AqqSpVUNENTM1RWR0ZJVkE3MlNEOTAxQ0dNTjdaMC4u
Once you submit this form you will receive an email with instructions on how to upload your application materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of publications
- Cover letter including research experience and interests (2 pages max).
The referees will receive an email with instructions on how to upload their letters.
Please note that your application will not be complete until you and at least one referee have uploaded the corresponding documents.
The application deadline is January 27th, 2023.
Inquiries about the application submission can be directed to Esther Pallarés (secretaria @ icc.ub.edu)
For inquiries about the scientific aspects, please contact Bruno Julia, brunojulia @ ub.edu
About the Institute of Cosmos Sciences:
The Institute of Cosmos Sciences is a research institute of the University of Barcelona. It is an interdisciplinary center dedicated to fundamental research in the fields of cosmology, astrophysics, and particle physics. In addition, the institute has a strong technology program through its participation in international collaborations in observational astronomy and experimental particle physics.
As part of the University of Barcelona, the ICCUB is a recipient of the European Commission?s HR Excellence in Research (HRS4R) Award, which recognises, among other achievements, respect for equal opportunities and the capacity to attract talent in a positive working environment that promotes the pursuit of successful research careers. The ICCUB respects the principles of open, transparent, merit-based selection. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. For additional information please see the Diversity, equity and inclusion Commission.
The ICCUB is located in Barcelona, considered the 8th World's Best Cities 2021: one with near-perfect weather year-round, miles and miles of beaches, iconic parks, striking architecture and colorful neighborhoods that march to their own beat?artistic, sophisticated, bohemian. Moreover, it is a pole of attraction for the technology sector, a top choice to establish a company in this sector, and it hosts some of the world's major technological events, such as the Mobile World Congress and the Smart City Expo. In addition, Barcelona and its metropolitan area is a leading destination on the map of global technological ecosystems and has infrastructures such as science parks, universities and the 22@ district.
Contract financed by the European Union-NextGenerationEU-MICIIN(PRTR-C17. I1) and by the Generalitat de Catalunya.
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| Research Position in Dynamics of Planetary Systems | Closing date: 2023-04-10
Contact: Alexandre Correia |
| The Centre for Physics of the University of Coimbra (CFisUC), Portugal, invites applications for a research position in Dynamics of Planetary Systems under the CEEC FCT 2023 program. Applicants can be researchers of all nationalities, who have the potential to develop innovative research and have a relevant scientific CV in Astrophysics. | | ▸ more | Description:
The successful applicant is expected to do research in one of the following topics: solar system dynamics, TNOs, planet formation and evolution, dynamics of multi-planetary systems. Applications by researchers working on other research topics related to the field of solar system or exoplanets will also be evaluated.
Qualifications:
PhD in Astrophysics or similar already concluded.
Application deadline: 10th April 2023
Expecting starting date: Fall 2023, to be agreed upon with the successful candidate.
Host institution: CFisUC, Department of Physics, University of Coimbra, PORTUGAL (EU).
Salary: from 30.000 to 60.000 EUR / year (depending on experience).
Benefits include social security and 23 vacation days.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
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Job Reference: CEEC-FCT-23
Language: English
Candidates should contact Prof. Alexandre Correia (acor @ uc.pt) before April 10th 2023, with the following documents:
1. CV (including publication list)
2. A brief research plan (maximum 3 pages)
3. Name and contact of 2 scientists who can provide a letter of recommendation.
4. Motivation letter
The pre-selected candidate will get the support from the CFisUC to apply to the CEEC program.
Contacts and further information:
Alexandre Correia:
http://faculty.uc.pt/uc44419
CFisUC:
https://cfisuc.fis.uc.pt/
University of Coimbra:
https://www.uc.pt/fctuc/fisica/en/
FCT Program:
https://www.fct.pt/apoios/contratacaodoutorados/empregocientifico/ceec_ind_6.phtml.en
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| Observation and theoretical interpretation of forming planets and protoplanetary disks with RISTRETTO | Closing date: 2023-02-15
Contact: Christoph Mordasini |
| Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the context of future observations of forming planets and protoplanetary disks with the RISTRETTO instrument. The position is available in the research group of Prof. Christoph Mordasini at the University of Bern in strong collaboration with Prof. Christophe Lovis at the University of Geneva. | | ▸ more | The direct observation and theoretical study of forming planets and protoplanetary disks containing forming planets is a fascinating recent development. The goal of this position is to study this science case by targeting forming planets and planet-forming disks with high spatial + high spectral resolution instruments like in particular RISTRETTO (https://ristretto.astro.unige.ch). RISTRETTO (PI: Christophe Lovis) is currently under construction to be eventually installed as visitor instrument at the ESO VLT and will combine ultra high spectral and spatial resolution.
Specific tasks will include the definition of the optimal observations given the instrument characteristics, observing modes and strategies, identification of targets, comparison of expected observations with theoretical models to constrain for example different modes of planetary gas accretion, the dynamics of gas in planet-forming disks, or the exploitation of the information content of spectrally resolved emission lines resulting from accretion. This information will be used to define future observations with RISTRETTO. The work thus includes observational, instrumental, and theoretical aspects.
We seek an excellent candidate with experience in the aforementioned subject. Applicants must have a PhD in astronomy, (astro)physics, planetary sciences or a related field. The person should be proactive, enthusiastic, communicative, and should in particular establish a strong link between the theory group in Bern and observational group in Geneva to where regular and extended visits will be made, working closely with the RISTRETTO team (astronomers and engineers).
The University of Bern (https://www.unibe.ch/index_eng.html) offers a vibrant scientific environment: The department of space research and planetary sciences (https://www.space.unibe.ch) is an established centre in the theoretical research of planet formation as well as in numerous instrumental projects. The collaboration for RISTRETTO continues a long line of similar collaborations of Bern and Geneva with instruments like HARPS, ESPRESSO, NIRPS or ANDES. The University of Bern also leads the Swiss National Center of Competence in Research in planetary sciences NCCR PlanetS (www.nccr-planets.ch). The University of Bern also hosts the Center of Space and Habitability (https://www.csh.unibe.ch) and is the leading house of the ESA transit satellite CHEOPS (https://cheops.unibe.ch). This environment creates rich opportunities for collaborations with researchers at all these institutions.
The city of Bern offers an excellent and international living environment (https://www.unibe.ch/research/advisory_services/welcome_center/welcome_offer/index_eng.html) and is consistently ranked as one of the world's best cities for quality of living by the Mercer survey.
The successful applicant will have access to substantial expenses for travel and computing equipment. Swiss postdoc salaries are very competitive even considering the comparatively high local costs of living, and are set by standard local regulations based on age and experience. The University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer, and female researchers and members of minorities are specially encouraged to apply.
The appointment is for two years. Applicants should submit a cover letter (max. 1 page), a 3 page research statement, a publication list, and a CV (max. 2 pages) to Christoph Mordasini, christoph.mordasini @ unibe.ch and to Christophe Lovis, Christophe.Lovis @ unige.ch. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be directly submitted to the same email addresses. Full consideration will be given to applications received by 15. February 2023. The position is available immediately and an early start would be ideal.
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