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| M2FINDERS-3 - TWO POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS (m/f/x) IN RADIO ASTRONOMY | Closing date: 2021-12-31
Contact: Eduardo Ros |
| The Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy (MPIfR) - the leading radio astronomical institute in Germany - is recruiting up to two postdoctoral researchers in Radio Astronomy to join the project M2FINDERS (Mapping Magnetic Fields with INterferometry Down to Event hoRizon Scales) led by Prof. J. A. Zensus (ERC grant No 101018682). | | ▸ more | MPIfR operates the 100-m radio telescope in Effelsberg (as a single telescope and as an element of the European VLBI Network - EVN and the Global Millimetre VLBI Array - GMVA), the LOFAR DE1 station, which is part of the International LOFAR Telescope, the APEX telescope in Chile (also an element of the Event Horizon Telescope - EHT), and a state-of-the-art VLBI (Very Long Baseline Interferometry) correlator. The department of Radio Astronomy/VLBI, led by Prof. Dr. J. A. Zensus, has a broad research portfolio, with a focus on compact extragalactic objects (AGN) and their broad-band emission, through very-high-resolution studies with mm- and space-VLBI imaging and blazar monitoring.
The MPIfR is recruiting up to two postdoctoral researchers in Radio Astronomy to join the project M2FINDERS (Mapping Magnetic Fields with INterferometry Down to Event hoRizon Scales). M2FINDERS is led by Prof. Zensus as the principal investigator, with funding from the European Research Council (grant agreement No 101018682). The project will measure and model the three-dimensional morphology of the magnetic field in the immediate vicinity of supermassive black holes. The primary goal is to use VLBI observations to measure the strength and distribution of the magnetic field within 10000 gravitational radii of the black hole and to use these measurements as a probe of physical conditions on the event horizon scale. The postdoctoral researchers will work on Magnetic field measurements in the vicinity of supermassive black holes. For this purpose, multifrequency polarimetric VLBI observations of a sample of radio-loud AGN with the available cm- and mm-wavelength VLBI arrays will be carried out, in order to obtain linear polarisation and Faraday rotation information. These observations will be used to map the structure of the magnetic field: Faraday rotation measure, core shift, and turnover frequency/flux density distribution.
There will also be opportunities to supervise and collaborate with PhD students and gain teaching experience in the International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IMPRS).
We are looking for researchers with related scientific interests, qualifications and skills. Experience in polarimetric and/or astrometric radio interferometry techniques and VLBI is desirable.
Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting their curriculum vitae, list of publications, and a research motivation letter. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the MPIfR application portal at the address given below by December 31, 2021.
The initial appointments are for two years with the possibility of extension after review. The anticipated starting date is February 2022, or later. The recruitment process will remain open until the positions are filled. Remuneration is within the framework of the German wage agreement for the public service (TVöD-Bund) in level 13.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
Please submit your application at
https://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mbra/perso/mpifr_bonn_sci_012.nsf/application
Contact information for inquiries:
Prof. Dr. Eduardo Ros
Tel. +49 228 525 125
ros @ mpifr.de
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| M2FINDERS-1 - TWO POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS (m/f/x) IN RADIO ASTRONOMY | Closing date: 2021-12-31
Contact: Eduardo Ros |
| The Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy (MPIfR) - the leading radio astronomical institute in Germany - is recruiting up to two postdoctoral researchers in Radio Astronomy to join the project M2FINDERS (Mapping Magnetic Fields with INterferometry Down to Event hoRizon Scales) led by Prof. J A. Zensus (ERC Grant No 101018682). | | ▸ more | MPIfR operates the 100-m radio telescope in Effelsberg (as a single telescope and as an element of the European VLBI Network - EVN and the Global Millimetre VLBI Array - GMVA), the LOFAR DE1 station, which is part of the International LOFAR Telescope, the APEX telescope in Chile (also an element of the Event Horizon Telescope - EHT), and a state-of-the-art VLBI (Very Long Baseline Interferometry) correlator. The department of Radio Astronomy/VLBI, led by Prof. Dr. J. A. Zensus, has a broad research portfolio, with a focus on compact extragalactic objects (AGN) and their broad-band emission, through very-high-resolution studies with mm- and space-VLBI imaging and blazar monitoring.
The MPIfR is recruiting up to two postdoctoral researchers in Radio Astronomy to join the project M2FINDERS (Mapping Magnetic Fields with INterferometry Down to Event hoRizon Scales). M2FINDERS is led by Prof. Zensus as the principal investigator, with funding from the European Research Council (grant agreement No 101018682). The project will use multifrequency polarimetric, spectral, and astrometric measurements to measure and model the strength and the three-dimensional morphology of the magnetic field in the immediate vicinity of supermassive black holes in order to probe the physical conditions on the event horizon scale. The project will comprise a dedicated in depth study of prominent nearby AGN, using multifrequency VLBI observations with the VLBA and EVN at 15, 22, and 43 GHz, the GMVA at 86 GHz, and the EHT at 230 GHz. The successful candidates will work on reconstruction of the 3D structure of the magnetic field near supermassive black holes in these AGN. One of the two positions will be dedicated to development and application of methods for obtaining information about the magnetic field from polarisation mapping and Faraday rotation, turnover frequency imaging, and frequency dependent opacity (core shift). The other position will focus on developing and applying analytical and numerical modelling frameworks for estimating the strength and reconstructing the morphology of magnetic field from the observational measurements listed above. The two researchers will be working in close coordination with each other and with the entire M2FINDERS team.
There will also be opportunities to supervise and collaborate with PhD students and gain teaching experience in the International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IMPRS).
Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting their curriculum vitae, list of publications, and a research motivation letter. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the MPIfR application portal at the address given below by December 31, 2021.
The initial appointments are for two years with the possibility of extension after review. The anticipated starting date is February 2022, or later. The recruitment process will remain open until the positions are filled. Remuneration is within the framework of the German wage agreement for the public service (TVöD-Bund) in level 13.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
Please submit your application at
https://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mbra/perso/mpifr_bonn_sci_011.nsf/application
Contact information for inquiries:
Prof. Dr. Eduardo Ros
Tel. +49 228 525 125
ros @ mpifr.de
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| Postdoctoral Researcher in Galactic or Extragalactic Star Formation | Closing date: 2021-10-24
Contact: Francesco Belfiore |
| The Osservatorio Astrofisico di Arcetri, part of the Istituto Nazionale di Astrofisica (INAF), in Florence, Italy, invites application for a postdoctoral researcher to work in the field of star formation in either the Galactic or extragalactic context. The position is funded by a grant aimed at developing the scientific expertise necessary to support the science exploitation of the Sardinia Radio Telescope (SRT), and its new high-frequency receiver, in synergy with ALMA. | | ▸ more | We are particularly interested in applicants pursuing research in one of the four research themes detailed below.
1. Dynamics and/or astrochemistry of high-mass star forming regions in the Galaxy.
2. Large-scale chemical mapping of molecular clouds and the relation between chemistry and star formation.
3. Theoretical and observational relations between molecular gas, dust, metallicity and star formation indicators in local spirals, using ALMA and SRT.
4. Mapping of multiple molecular lines in nearby galaxies to study the effect of local environment on the formation of dense gas, its relations with star formation and metallicity.
Knowledge and experience in radio astronomy, and in particular sub-mm spectroscopic observations, and commissioning of radio instruments are of particular interest and should be noted in the CV.
A PhD in physics, astronomy or related discipline is required by the application deadline (or for candidates who have not yet been awarded their PhD, 3 full years of research experience at the time of the application deadline). The position has an expected start date before 15 December 2021, and is tenable for 1 year, renewable for up to three years.
Applications must consist of
- Application form, including Annexes A and B. An English translation is provided only for reference, candidates need to submit the application forms (Allegato A, B) in Italian. Submission of the English forms is not allowed.
- Holders of non-Italian degrees that have not been formally declared equivalent to an Italian degree by the Italian Ministry of Education must also complete Annex C and attach a signed self-declaration (extra document, not provided) that they have started the procedure necessary to request the above-mentioned equivalence. Forms must be presented in Italian.
- A copy of a valid identity document (ID card for EU citizens [both sides] or passport for non-EU citizens);
- A brief statement that describes current and future research plans and their relevance to the science themes described above, and links with the SRT high-frequency receiver, in English or Italian. The research statement should not exceed 3 pages (text, figures and references included) with a font size no smaller than 12pt Times New Roman (or equivalent);
- A list of publications, and optionally additional documents and certifications which the applicant considers necessary;
- A list of all submitted documents;
All the Annexes (A, B, C) and English translations (only for reference) are available here
https://www.arcetri.inaf.it/articoli/gare-e-concorsi/concorsi/assegno-di-ricerca-or1-sfruttamento-scientifico-di-srt-ad-altissima-frequenza-e-sinergie-con-alma-dd113-2021
The deadline for applications is 24 October 2021, 23:59, local time in Florence, Italy.
The application must be submitted electronically to the email address inafoaarcetri @ pcert.postecert.it, listing the following line in the subject string "CIR01_00010-OR1 Domanda per Assegno Post Dottorato DD 113/2021".
Italian nationals are required under penalty of exclusion to submit the application using a PEC email address.
Short-listed candidate will be invited for an online interview.
In case the winning candidate holds a non-Italian degree, which has not been declared equivalent to an Italian Degree by the Italian Ministry of Education, they are required to submit to INAF a "dichiarazione di valore in loco", an official document obtainable from the Italian Embassy in the country were the degree was awarded, before they can sign the employment contract. INAF cannot unfortunately take any responsibility for delays associated in obtaining the "dichiarazione di valore in loco". We strongly advise interested candidate to contact the relevant Italian Embassy as soon as possible.
The gross salary is Euro 28.000,00 Eur/year and is exempt from Italian income tax. Employment conditions include social benefits (healthcare, including dependents, sick leave, maternity leave) granted according to applicable Italian regulations.
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| Long-term post-doctoral position in stellar spectroscopy of multiple systems | Closing date: 2021-12-15
Contact: Griet Van de Steene |
The Royal Observatory of Belgium and the Université Libre de Bruxelles are looking for a postdoc with some experience (between 3 and 12 years after the PhD) on a long-term position (5-10 years).
The candidate is to work on the BISTRO-project: 'The influence of binary stars on stellar and Galactic evolution, as revealed by current and large surveys' | | ▸ more | In the first two years the activities of the researcher will be dedicated to developing an automated spectral fitting package using machine-learning techniques relying on artificial neural networks for the study of single stars and multiple systems in current and future large spectral surveys.
For more details on the project and how to apply, see http://aa.oma.be/Jobs
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| Postdoctoral position : stars and stellar populations in globular clusters | Closing date: 2021-10-15
Contact: Ariane Lançon |
| We invite applications for a postdoctoral position at the Astronomical Observatory in Strasbourg, to work within an international project team on the stars and stellar populations of globular clusters. | | ▸ more | We invite applications for a postdoctoral position at the Astronomical Observatory in Strasbourg, to work on the stars and stellar populations of globular clusters in the context of recent cluster-formation scenarios. The work will take place within an international collaboration supported by ANR-funds, with partners at Université de Montpellier (LUPM), Université de Lyon (CRAL), the Geneva Observatory in Switzerland, the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil, and the Pontificia Universidad Católica in Santiago de Chile.
Via the calculation of new stellar evolution models and of the corresponding spectra (for stars and stellar populations), and via the gathering of reference observations of globular clusters to which models can be compared, the project aims at a better understanding of cluster formation processes, that accounts for the peculiar abundance patterns seen among their stars. Hence expertise in either stellar physics (in particular, but not exclusively, the synthesis of spectra for cool giants) or in the study of remote stellar populations (observations, model-data comparisons) will be sought.
Candidates should be fluent in written and oral English, and will be expected to participate actively in the scientific life of the collaboration.
Strasbourg Observatory is a lively laboratory of the national research organization CNRS and of the University of Strasbourg. It hosts almost 100 people, among which approximately 20 PhD students and post-doctoral fellows. It is located on the central university campus, at a 15 min walking distance from the historical city center of Strasbourg, or a 15 min tram ride from Germany. Its research topics range from cosmology to compact objects, including topics as diverse as reionization, Galactic archeology, dwarf galaxies, dynamics in Newtonian and non-Newtonian frameworks, magneto-hydrodynamics, globular clusters, interstellar matter, stellar populations, high energy astrophysics. It also hosts the CDS which provides an excellent context for the exploration data archives.
More details on the offer and the application process : https://bit.ly/3yYXH4N .
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| Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Study of Solar System Small Bodies | Closing date: 2021-10-13
Contact: Meg Schwamb |
Applications are invited for a 2-year Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Astrophysics Research Centre (ARC) at Queen's University Belfast. This post will focus on developing software pipelines and utilities for LSST Solar System science and applying these techniques to present-day LSST-precursor datasets, including the development of a pipeline to discover distant Solar System bodies beyond ~100 au that are not expected to be discoverable by the main Rubin Observatory Solar System Processing pipeline.
| | ▸ more | Applications are invited for a 2-year Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Astrophysics Research Centre (ARC) at Queen's University Belfast. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Meg Schwamb to develop and exploit next-generation tools for analysing and interpreting future Solar System moving object detections from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST). Rubin Observatory science operations are planned to begin around mid-2024, with the survey expected to discover millions of asteroids and tens of thousands of distant Solar System planetesimals. This post will focus on developing software pipelines and utilities for LSST Solar System science and applying these techniques to present-day LSST-precursor datasets, including the development of a pipeline to discover distant Solar System bodies beyond ~100 au that are not expected to be discoverable by the main Rubin Observatory Solar System Processing pipeline.
To read the full details and to apply, visit: https://hrwebapp.qub.ac.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=924394FIBS&WVID=6273090Lgx&LANG=USA
Application Deadline: October 13, 2021
ARC website: https://www.qub.ac.uk/research-centres/astrophysics-research-centre/
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| Two Postdoctoral Positions in Infrared/ Submillimeter Astrophysics | Closing date: 2021-11-01
Contact: Linda Tacconi |
| The Max-Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE) in Garching (near Munich), Germa-ny, is one of the world?s leading institutes in astrophysics, combining hardware development with observations, data analysis, laboratory and theoretical work. The Infrared Group of the MPE invites applications from talented, ambitious graduating PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. | | ▸ more | The Max-Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE) in Garching (near Munich), Germa-ny, is one of the world?s leading institutes in astrophysics, combining hardware development with observations, data analysis, laboratory and theoretical work.
The Infrared Group of the MPE invites applications from talented, ambitious graduating PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. Our front-line research focuses on near-IR-millimeter high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy of the Galactic Center, and of star forming galaxies in the early Universe. We lead studies of star formation, gas content, physical properties and dy-namics of galaxies, and black-hole formation and evolution. This research is supported by a ma-jor program of innovative instrumentation development.
At the end of 2021, we will commission ERIS, a new diffraction-limited imaging and spectro-scopic facility for the VLT, and will begin a comprehensive ERIS guaranteed time program on galaxy evolution. We are investing substantial developmental effort in interferometry and adap-tive optics for ESO. We were the PI institute for GRAVITY, an ESO VLTI instrument for preci-sion astrometry and interferometric imaging of faint objects, and are leading the major upgrade to GRAVITY+. We are also the PI institute for MICADO, a first-light instrument for the ESO ELT.
We particularly encourage applicants with interests in studies of galaxy evolution particularly with ERIS, but also with NOEMA and ALMA. Appointments in our other research fields will also be considered. Postdoc appointments are initially for 3 years, with nominal starting dates in the second half of 2022. Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy or related field before starting. The salary and full social benefits are based on the German TVöD scale for public employees (E14 for postdocs), depending on experience.
Please send a letter of application, a 2-3 page description of research interests, a CV including bibliography, and three letters of reference by November 1, 2021 to irjobs @ mpe.mpg.de; the search will continue until suitable candidates are found.
For scientific enquiries about the positions, please contact Linda Tacconi - linda @ mpe.mpg.de.
Please visit http://www.mpe.mpg.de for more information about the institute.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.
Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
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| Post-Doctoral Position in Radio Astronomy SAASST | Closing date: 2021-12-31
Contact: Prof. Ilias Fernini |
| We are looking for an individual to join our research laboratory as a postdoctoral researcher. Technical mastery of radio interferometry techniques is a must, as well as a good publication record. The candidate with complementary skills to our research portfolio are especially encouraged to apply. The appointee will be expected to help build a 1-km radio interferometer and collaborate closely with other researchers. SAASST and the Department for Applied Physics and Astronomy offer the opportunity for the candidate to supervise students in the MSc in Astronomy and Space Sciences. | | ▸ more | The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) is recruiting a qualified individual for a postdoctoral appointment in radio astronomy. This position is based in the Radio Astronomy Laboratory led by Prof. Ilias Fernini.
The research laboratory has a broad research portfolio. Key research topics focus on the investigation of AGN, GRS (Giant Radio Sources), Sun observations, Jupiter observation, and Hydrogen line observation. The SAASST Radio Astronomy Laboratory operates two main systems: (1) A Decametric Radio Array that works at 20 MHz, and (2) a 40-m Radio Interferometer that works at 1.4 GHz.
We are looking for an individual to join our research laboratory as a postdoctoral researcher. Technical mastery of radio interferometry techniques is a must, as well as a good publication record. The candidate with complementary skills to our research portfolio are especially encouraged to apply. The appointee will be expected to help build a 1-km radio interferometer and collaborate closely with other researchers. SAASST and the Department for Applied Physics and Astronomy offer the opportunity for the candidate to supervise students in the MSc in Astronomy and Space Sciences.
Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting curriculum vitae, list of publications, research interests, and have three letters of recommendation sent to Prof. Ilias Fernini (ifernini @ sharjah.ac.ae).
Included Benefits:
The initial appointment is for one year, and renewed every year based on the performance. The incentives are within the bylaws of the University of Sharjah and are as follows: (1) a monthly salary of 16,000 AED, (2) an extra 2,000 AED per month for housing, (3) free medical insurance, and (4) a one time flight ticket. (1 USD ~ 3.67 AED)
For more information about SAASST, please check the following link: www.saasst.ae
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| Executive Director, International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research | Closing date: 2021-10-13
Contact: Paul Hill |
| The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) is an equal joint venture between Curtin University and The University of Western Australia with funding support from the State Government of Western Australia. ICRAR has research nodes at both universities and is host to over 200 staff and postgraduate students. Founded in 2009, ICRAR has produced over 2200 research papers attracting 77,000 citations, won over $100 million in external competitive grants and had its work featured in more than 18,000 international media articles. | | ▸ more | ? Rare opportunity to lead internationally renowned, multi-disciplinary research centre for science, engineering and data intensive astronomy
? Based in the stunning city of Perth, Western Australia
ICRAR plays a vital role in the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project?a global collaboration of 16 countries to build two of the world?s largest radio telescopes in Australia and South Africa. The Centre is contributing to infrastructure for the Australian site and is responsible for science data processing systems and array synchronisation technologies. As a partner of the SKA Observatory, ICRAR is contributing to the Observatory?s science programs and supporting the creation and operation of an Australian SKA Regional Centre.
ICRAR is also a key organisation for translating SKA developments and astronomy skills to industries including space situational awareness, space communications and broad applications of machine learning technologies.
As the Executive Director, your primary role will be one of research leadership and you will be expected to take a leading part in developing a strategy to ensure the Centre's innovative research portfolio continues to be driven by excellence, impact and engagement. This will involve influencing strategic decision-making processes of existing and prospective partners with interests in SKA related research, including the ICRAR Board, Ministers and Departments of the Federal and the WA State Government, CSIRO, Australian industry, your Executive Team and the wider ICRAR community of research and professional staff.
With an established international reputation in one or more areas of Astronomy Research, you will need to demonstrate motivation, excitement, and a strategic leadership capability. You bring experience and a track record of success in leading research organisations, developing and implementing strategic and business plans, and working with Boards. Your application will be supported with demonstrated abilities in research coordination across University, Government and Industry sectors; competencies in finance, contract management, human resources, industry engagement, communication and marketing; and relevant tertiary qualifications including a PhD.
One of the world?s most liveable cities (Economist Intelligence Unit 2019) Perth offers a sunny, Mediterranean climate as well as natural beauty in the shape of magnificent beaches, beautiful wineries, one of the world?s largest inner-city parks, and an eclectic mix of restaurants, shopping and cultural experiences.
For confidential enquiries please contact Paul Hill at Odgers Berndtson, the executive search firm assisting UWA. T: +61 407 766 756
or E: paul.hill @ odgersberndtson.com
For a copy of the Candidate Information Book and to submit your application please visit www.odgers.com/83116
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| INTERACTIONS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program | Closing date: 2021-11-15
Contact: Martin E. Pessah |
| The Niels Bohr International Academy invites applications to be considered for the INTERACTIONS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. INTERACTIONS is a Horizon 2020 COFUND program, which is part of the EU Marie Skodowska-Curie Actions program. The program offers both Junior and Senior Fellowships in theoretical physics and related areas. All appointments will be made for a period ranging between 12 and 36 months. INTERACTIONS fellows will have the opportunity to visit one of five partner leading institutions in Europe: Oxford, Cambridge, Heidelberg, CERN, and Saclay for up to 6 months. | | ▸ more | | The Niels Bohr International Academy at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen invites applications to be considered for the INTERACTIONS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. INTERACTIONS is a Horizon 2020 COFUND program, which is part of the Marie Skodowska-Curie Actions program of the European Union. The program offers both Junior and Senior Fellowships in theoretical physics and related areas. All appointments will be made for a period ranging between 12 and 36 months. INTERACTIONS fellows will have the opportunity to visit one of five partner leading institutions in Europe: Oxford, Cambridge, Heidelberg, CERN, and Saclay for a period of up to 6 months. Further information about the program, including eligibility criteria, targeted research areas and how to apply, can be found at the website for the INTERACTIONS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.
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| Postdoctoral positions on Cosmology and Artificial Intelligence | Closing date: 2021-11-01
Contact: Guilhem Lavaux |
| The IAP is seeking applications for up to three 2+1 year post-doctoral positions as a major node of the newly funded Simons Collaboration on "Learning the Universe." The successful candidates will work with the PIs and colleagues to develop and implement cosmological applications of Machine Learning, with a dual focus on cosmological parameter inference and the reconstruction of the initial conditions of our universe from current and upcoming cosmological surveys. | | ▸ more | As members of the Simons Collaboration (http://www.learning-the-universe.org/) successful candidates will have ample opportunities of exchange with researchers from other participating nodes (Columbia University, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, Harvard University, Flatiron Institute, Stockholm University, Université de Montreal, Princeton University, Carnegie Mellon University, MPA Garching). Teams dedicated to different aspects of the challenge are currently being set up, offering a multidisciplinary environment for the successful candidates.
Applicants should have obtained a PhD in physics, astronomy or related subject by the time of the appointment. The appointment is for 2+1 years with salary depending on experience and performance. Appointments could start as early as spring 2022, but later start dates are possible. Generous support will be available for travel and research.
The IAP maintains a lively visitor program and hosts regular workshops and conferences throughout the year. The successful candidate will be immersed in an internationally visible research environment with rich intellectual and computational resources, at IAP, and more broadly in the Paris region.
Members of traditionally under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants should submit a CV (max. 2 pages), a publication list, a short review of previous works (2 pages) and a statement of research interests (2 pages), and up to three letters of recommendation. Application material should be submitted using the interface at http://www2.iap.fr/labex/simons/. All application materials must be received by November 1st 2021 to ensure full consideration.
Included benefits:
French national medical/dental insurance, maternity/paternity leave, lunch subsidies, family supplement for children, contribution to offset public transportation costs, pension contributions. School is free in France for all children above 3.
Related URLs:
Contact: guilhem.lavaux @ iap.fr, bwandelt @ iap.fr
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| ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme | Closing date: 2021-10-31
Contact: Guido De Marchi |
| To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, the European Space Agency (ESA) welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research projects based on data publicly available in the ESA Space Science Archives (https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc). | | ▸ more | The ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme is open to scientists, at all career levels, affiliated with institutes in ESA Member States and Collaborating States. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications by PhD students are also welcome.
During their stay, visiting scientists will have access to archives and mission specialists for help with the retrieval, calibration, and analysis of archival data. In principle, all areas of space research covered by ESA science missions can be supported.
Residence lasts typically between one and three months, also distributed over multiple visits. Research projects can be carried out at ESAC (Madrid, Spain) and at ESTEC (Noordwijk, Netherlands). To offset the expenses incurred by visitors, ESA covers travel costs from and to the home institution and provides support for lodging expenses and meals.
Applications received before 1 November 2021 will be considered for visits in spring/summer 2022.
For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to:
https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme
or write to the programme coordinators at arvp @ cosmos.esa.int
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| Two Postdoctoral Fellowships in Computational Cosmology | Closing date: 2021-10-01
Contact: Wojciech Hellwing or Maciej Bilicki |
The Computational Cosmology Group at the Center for Theoretical Physics PAS, Warsaw, is offering two postdoctoral positions.
One position concerns a project focusing on designing and applying optimized catalogs of galaxies for cosmological studies with deep wide-field imaging surveys, such as KiDS and LSST.
The second job is in a project aiming at using Local Universe simulations for finding optimal observables for constraining the particle nature of Dark Matter | | ▸ more | The Computational Cosmology Group at the Center for Theoretical Physics PAS, Warsaw, is offering two postdoctoral positions.
One postdoctoral fellowship is offered within the project PACIS: Precision and Accuracy for Cosmological Imaging Surveys led by Dr. Maciej Bilicki. The successful applicant will contribute to designing and applying optimized catalogs of galaxies for cosmological studies with deep wide-field imaging surveys, such as KiDS and LSST. We seek a candidate with a Ph.D. degree (awarded no earlier than in 2014*) in astronomy, physics, or computational sciences, who has experience in handling astronomical data using machine learning and other computational techniques. Practical knowledge of methods to select galaxies and estimate their photometric redshifts from modern imaging surveys will be an additional asset. For further information please contact Dr. Maciej Bilicki (bilicki @ cft.edu.pl).
Another postdoctoral fellowship is offered within the project COLAB: COsmic LAboratory for Baryons and dark matter led by Prof. Wojciech Hellwing. The COLAB program will contribute to our ? better understanding of the impact of various baryonic and environmental-induced systematic effects and degeneracies induced by their potential mutual entanglement. The study will help find the best-suited galaxy samples and the most sensitive observables in a combination that together will present the optional windows for constraining dark matter physics using the current and future cosmological and astrophysical data. But the obtained results will go further beyond the dark-matter central theme, providing new important insights into nurture & nature environmental effects in galaxy evolution. Enabling us, in turn, to build better and more physically motivated galaxy formation models. For further information please contact prof. Wojciech Hellwing (hellwing @ cft.edu.pl)
The Computational Cosmology Group at CTP PAS collaborates with partners from KiDS, LSST DESC, LOFAR, as well as the VIRGO and CLUES consortia for cosmological simulations. The prospective postdoctoral researchers will have the possibility to work with these international consortia.
Each position is available initially for two years, with a possible extension for the third year, subject to satisfactory performance. The salary will amount to 114-120k PLN (25-26k EUR) per year (before taxes and social security contribution), higher than the usual Polish postdoc rate to account for the costs of living in Warsaw. There is also a generous dedicated budget for travel and for personal computing equipment.
The positions are available from October 2021 but will remain open until filled.
Interested candidates should send a single pdf file including a cover letter, a research statement (max. 4 pages), CV, and a publication list, to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl indicating the fellowship they are applying to, respectively MB/03/2021 for the first position above and WH/09/2021 for the second one. Applicants should also arrange to have at least two letters of reference sent to the same email address.
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; please contact us for the details.
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| Postdoc position in observational cosmology/photometric redshifts with Euclid | Closing date: 2021-10-15
Contact: Stéphane Paltani |
| We offer a postdoc position at the Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva. The successful candidate will perform research activities to support the responsibilities of the Geneva group in the Euclid mission, a cosmology mission of the European Space Agency. They will be involved in the preparation of the reference sample that will be used to compute photometric redshifts. Thus significant experience with photometric redshifts is required. They will become a member of the Euclid Consortium, and participate in meetings dedicated to this mission. | | ▸ more | Euclid is the second Medium mission of the Cosmic Vision program of the European Space Agency. Euclid will study the evolution of the large-scale structure of the Universe through the mapping of dark matter and galaxies, in order to constrain the properties of dark energy. It is currently in the final stage of the implementation phase with a planned launch by the end of 2022.
The Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva offers a modern and vibrant work environment, with a wide range of activities including theory, numerical simulations, observations and instrumental developments in the domains of exoplanets, stellar physics, galaxy evolution, observational cosmology and high-energy astrophysics. The Department of Astronomy has a very active program in the development of scientific software and operations for space missions, which it built over more than 25 years with the creation of the INTEGRAL Science Data Centre; it is now involved in several other scientific missions in space, e.g., Gaia, CHEOPS, Euclid or Athena. The Department of Astronomy is in particular an important member of the Euclid collaboration; it is hosting the Swiss Euclid Science Data Center and holds the responsibility of producing the photometric redshifts for the Euclid mission.
The postdoc is proposed in the framework of this collaboration. The successful candidate will be in charge of the determination of photometric redshifts and galaxy physical parameters in the Euclid reference fields that will be used to inform the determination of these parameters over the entire Euclid survey. Time for the candidate's own research program shall also be granted; ideally, it should be related to the science goals of Euclid.
The successful candidate must hold a PhD in astrophysics; they need to have demonstrated expertise in the computation of photometric redshifts, as well as in the determination of physical parameters of galaxies. A good understanding of data analysis methods, especially Bayesian statistics and machine-learning, is required, as well as good aptitudes with programming in Python or other programming languages. Candidates must send a motivation letter, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and a statement of research interests in a single PDF to the e-mail address below. In addition two reference letters must be sent separately to the same e-mail address.
The position is for three years. The starting date is to be agreed with the candidate, but should not be later than April 1st, 2022.
All correspondence should be sent by e-mail, with the subject line containing 'Euclid postdoc'. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but no later than October 15, 2021. For applications or for further information, please contact:
Prof. Stéphane Paltani, Stephane.Paltani? @ ?unige.ch
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| Postdoctoral fellowship on reduction and analysis of JWST NIRSpec data | Closing date: 2021-10-01
Contact: Roberto Decarli |
| We offer a 2-year long postdoctoral position on: ?Reduction and analysis of JWST NIRSpec data for the study of galaxies and quasars at high redshift and in the epoch of reionization? at the INAF Observatory of Astrophysics and Space Science in Bologna, Italy. | | ▸ more | A selection is called, based on qualifications and possible interview, for n. 1 Postdoctoral grant for the duration of 24 months for carrying out research activities on: ?Reduction and analysis of JWST NIRSpec data for the study of galaxies and quasars at high redshift and in the epoch of reionization?. The grant holder is expected to support the Italian community in the reduction and analysis of JWST NIRSpec IFU data and in the preparation of future proposals, either using the official JWST pipeline and analysis tools as well developing dedicated software developed for the specific needs of the projects. The candidate will be involved in studies of high-redshift galaxies, quasars and the epoch of reionization via rest-frame optical diagnostics targeted with JWST, in collaboration with Roberto Decarli, Eros Vanzella (INAF-OAS) and Stefano Carniani (SNS).
For more details, visit:
https://www.oas.inaf.it/en/opportunities/bando-131-2021-en/
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| Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Observational Exoplanet Astronomy | Closing date: 2021-11-15
Contact: Lyndsay Bocchinfuso |
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in observational exoplanet astronomy beginning July 1, 2022.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations, and within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. | | ▸ more | Position Description
Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline by the start date of the appointment. The successful candidate must demonstrate a vibrant program of excellent research in observational exoplanet astronomy broadly defined, including but not limited to exoplanet detection and characterization, exoplanet atmospheres, protoplanetary disks, and planet formation. They must show the potential for high quality teaching and mentoring as well as supervising at the undergraduate and graduate level. They must also have the potential to make substantive service contributions to the McMaster community; and to contribute actively to the goals of equity, diversity and inclusivity at McMaster.
The Department of Physics & Astronomy in the Faculty of Science presently consists of 26 faculty and approximately 100 graduate students, with strengths in astrophysics, soft matter/biophysics, medical physics, theoretical high-energy physics and condensed matter physics. Facilities related to astrophysical research at McMaster include the highly interdisciplinary Origins Institute, the state-of-the-art Origins of Life Laboratory featuring the unique planet simulator instrument, and a high performance computing cluster (SHARCNET). The Origins Institute also runs Canada's only Collaborative Graduate Program in Astrobiology. The department operates a strong public outreach program, that includes the W. J. McCallion Planetarium and which hosts an annual average of 300 shows or approximately 10,000 people.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of racialized communities ("visible minorities"), persons with disabilities, women, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
We invite all applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey, which takes approximately two minutes to complete, through McMaster's application submission portal. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. All information collected is confidential and will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the applicant pool and to promote a fair, equitable and inclusive talent acquisition process.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science at baileyd @ mcmaster.ca to communicate accommodation needs.
How to Apply
Complete applications must be made online at https://hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/current-opportunities/ (Faculty Positions, Job 39839) by the deadline to the attention of Dr. Alison Sills, Professor & Chair, Department of Physics & Astronomy, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4K1.
A complete application consists of:
- a cover letter (including a statement regarding whether the applicant has Canadian citizenship/permanent resident status (see below))
- a current Curriculum Vitae, including a complete list of students mentored or (co)-supervised by the applicant, and a complete list of publications.
- a statement of research interests (2-page maximum)
- a statement of teaching philosophy, interests and experience (2-page maximum)
- a statement of experience and plans for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in post-secondary education, community-based or other professional settings (2-page maximum)
- a list of three (3) referees who would be willing to provide a letter of reference for you. Please note that no reference or letters of recommendations are required at the time of application. These will be solicited at later stages of the search process. Unsolicited letters will not be reviewed until later stages of the search process.
Review of complete applications will begin November 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. All applicants will receive an on-line, system-generated confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that any full-time, permanent faculty member of the Department can request confidential access to the application materials, including the reference letters. Progressive policies are in place to assist faculty members achieve a work-life balance. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada's reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants' status as either Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications, as stated above, MUST include one of the following statements in their application package: "I am/am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada." Applications that do not include this information will be incomplete.
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| ESO Fellowship Programme | Closing date: 2021-10-15
Contact: Vacancy Chile |
| The European Southern Observatory awards several postdoctoral fellowships each year, offering outstanding early-career scientists the opportunity to develop their independent research programmes in the exciting scientific environment of one of the world's foremost observatories. Fellowships are available both at ESO's Headquarters in Garching near Munich, Germany, and at ESO's astronomy centre in Santiago, Chile. | | ▸ more | The fellowships in Garching are awarded initially for one year followed by a two-year extension (three years total). In addition to developing their independent research programmes, ESO Garching Fellows will be expected to engage in some functional work, at a level of 25% of their time, related to e.g. instrumentation, ALMA, E-ELT, or science operations support in Garching or Chile.
The fellowships in Chile are granted for one year initially, with annual extensions for three additional years (four years total). During the first three years, Fellows are assigned to one of the science operations groups of Paranal, ALMA or APEX, where they will contribute to the operations at a level of 80 nights per year. The fourth year Fellows may spend at any ESO site, or at any astronomical institute in an ESO member state or in Chile. There are no functional duties during the fourth year, except in the case that the fourth year is spent at ESO Chile where Fellows can be asked to carry out functional work up to 25% of their time.
The ESO Fellowship Programme is open to applicants who will have achieved their PhD in astronomy, physics or a related discipline before 1 November 2022. Early-career scientists from all astrophysical fields are welcome to apply. While scientific excellence is the primary selection criterion for all fellowships, candidates should also explain (in their motivation letter) how ESO?s facilities and their work at ESO would facilitate their scientific development.
We offer an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary (tax-free) and comprehensive social benefits. For more information about the fellowship Programme and ESO's astronomical research activities, please see:
https://www.eso.org/sci/activities/fellowships-and-studentships/FeSt-overview/fellowship_programme.html
To apply for the ESO Fellowship, please register using the on-line service at http://jobs.eso.org. Candidates are asked to create a PDF using the ESO Fellowship Application Form. The form is available for download as Word, LibreOffice and Latex template at the following page: https://www.eso.org/sci/activities/fellowships-and-studentships/FeSt-overview/fellowship_programme/application_guidelines.html
The closing date for applications is 15 October 2021.
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