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| Senior Scientist Position in Astrophysics | Closing date: 2019-03-07
Contact: Manuel Guedel |
| A senior scientist position is available at the Department of Astrophysics of the University of Vienna. We seek an outstanding scientist with strong expertise in project management for the supervision of astronomical instrumentation projects (in particular long-term projects for space missions in the framework of international co-operations, but also ground-based observatory projects), as well as teaching activities. The position can be extended to a permanent contract by mutual agreement. | | ▸ more | The Department of Astrophysics is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. Presently about 70 employees work at the department.
We seek an outstanding scientist with strong expertise in project management for the supervision of astronomical instrumentation projects (in particular long-term projects for space missions in the framework of international co-operations, but also ground-based observatory projects), as well as teaching activities.
Initially this position is to be filled for one year. By mutual agreement it can be extended to a permanent contract.
Duration of employment: 1 year (possibility of later permanent employment)
Extent of employment: 20 hours/week funded by university; the Department aims at increasing the employment to 40 hours/week (100%) using third-party funded projects.
Starting date: 1 April 2019 or as soon as possible.
Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.
Job Description:
The tasks conform to the collective bargaining agreement of the Austrian universities (see currently §26 (2) and (5)). They comprise as the main activities
1. co-supervision/management and technological implementation of project participations in astronomical space missions in the framework of international co-operations. The missions include in particular, but not exclusively, CHEOPS, PLATO, SMILE, ARIEL, Athena, SPICA, and projects in preparation. Special tasks include software development, the participation in international consortium and/or collaboration meetings, contributions to preparatory studies and documents, (co-)organization of meetings, budget administration for projects, and correspondence with funding agencies.
2. Coordinating management tasks (in particular supervision, project management and meeting organization) in the frame of the local laboratory for astronomical instrumentation that comprises, apart from space projects, also projects of ESO (specifically METIS, MICADO and MOSAIC for the ELT) and the local university-owned Leopold Figl Observatory. It also includes a local student telescope for education. These activities will be shared with two other scientists.
Further tasks include,
3. conducting independent teaching (in agreement with the collective bargaining agreement incl. mandatory classes) and organizing exams,
4. supervision/co-supervision of students, and
5. contributions to general organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation procedures.
Profile:
Doctoral degree in astronomy, astrophysics, physics or astronomical instrumentation, with several years of experience in relevant projects. Familiar with at least one programming language; experience with Excel and Word documents; good knowledge of the internet. Very good knowledge of English; basic knowledge of German language is desirable.
Additional qualifications:
Strong experience in project management, leadership qualities, good team-working ability, excellent communication skills, experience in student supervision.
Application documents include CV, a letter of motivation and a summary of previous relevant experience, and two names of potential references; these documents should be submitted via the Job Center of the University of Vienna (http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 7 March 2019, mentioning reference number 9425.
For further information please contact Profs. Manuel Güdel, manuel.guedel @ univie.ac.at, or Bodo Ziegler, bodo.ziegler @ univie.ac.at.
The University pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (http://diversity.univie.ac.at/). The University puts special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.
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| Postdoctoral Position in Gravitational Wave Physics (II) | Closing date: 2019-02-15
Contact: Kostas Kokkotas |
The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tuebingen has an opening for one postdoctoral research position funded by DFG starting from 1st of October 2019. Earlier starting dates can be considered as well.
The successful applicant will carry out original research in projects focusing on the dynamics of rotating neutron stars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves. | | ▸ more | The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tuebingen has an opening for one postdoctoral research position funded by DFG starting from 1st of October 2019. Earlier starting dates can be considered as well.
The successful applicant will carry out original research in projects focusing on the dynamics of rotating neutron stars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves.
The research activities of TAT are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. The group currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, three (3) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students.
The position is initially for two years with the possibility of further extension for one more year that will be decided after the first year. The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale.
Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent to:
Prof. Kostas Kokkotas
Theoretical Astrophysics (IAAT),
University of Tübingen,
D-72076 Tübingen
Germany
http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas
E-mail: kostas.kokkotas_at_uni-tuebingen.de
Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group may be found at
https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/institute/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/
Applications by e-mail are welcome. All applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled. The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified.
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| Postdoctoral Position in Gravitational Wave Physics (I) | Closing date: 2019-02-15
Contact: Kostas Kokkotas |
The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tuebingen has an opening for one postdoctoral research position (Wissenschaftlicher Assistant / Research Assistant) starting from 1st of October 2019.
The successful applicant will carry out original research focusing on the dynamics of rotating and/or magnetized neutron stars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves. | | ▸ more | The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tuebingen has an opening for one postdoctoral research position (Wissenschaftlicher Assistant / Research Assistant) starting from 1st of October 2019.
The successful applicant will carry out original research focusing on the dynamics of rotating and/or magnetized neutron stars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves.
The position is initially for two years with the possibility of further extension that will be decided after the first year. The successful applicant is expected to assist teaching with a maximum of four (4) hours per week. The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale.
The research activities of TAT are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. Currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, three (3) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students.
Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent to:
Prof. Kostas Kokkotas
Theoretical Astrophysics (IAAT),
University of Tübingen, D-72076 Tübingen, Germany http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas
E-mail: kostas.kokkotas_at_uni-tuebingen.de
Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group may be found at
https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/institute/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/
Applications by e-mail are welcome. All applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled. The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified.
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| Postoctoral position in observational astrochemistry, the Niels Bohr Institute | Closing date: 2019-02-28
Contact: Lars E. Kristensen |
| The Niels Bohr Institute, Faculty of Science at University of Copenhagen is offering a postdoc position in astrophysics commencing 01.09.2019. The position is available for a 3-year period. | | ▸ more | Description of the scientific environment
The candidate will join the group of Lars Kristensen in the Section of Astrophysics and Planetary Sciences at the Niels Bohr Institute. The group focuses on understanding the chemistry and physics of star-forming regions, specifically by observing such regions at millimeter and sub-millimeter wavelengths with telescopes such as the Atacama Large Millimeter/sub-millimeter Array (ALMA), and the SubMillimeter Array (SMA). These observations are coupled with radiative-transfer models to further understand and constrain the chemistry taking place in these regions.
Project description
As part of the large program ?Protostellar Interferometric Line Survey of the Cygnus X star-forming region? (PILS-Cygnus), the successsful candidate will work on obtaining inventories of Sulphur-bearing species toward ten protostars in the Cygnus X region. The candidate will quantify the role the external environment plays in setting the chemistry and couple this with laboratory experiments. Experience with radiative-transfer modeling and/or analysis of far-infrared/sub-mm data will be an advantage.
Further information on the Department is linked at http://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Lars E. Kristensen (lars.kristensen @ nbi.ku.dk).
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
The starting salary is currently up to DKK 426.625 including annual supplement (+ pension up to DKK 72.952). Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically here:
https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/?show=148815
Please include
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vita
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Research plan ? description of current and future research plans
- Complete publication list
- Please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to Lars E. Kristensen (lars.kristensen @ nbi.ku.dk).
The deadline for applications is 28 February 2019, 23:59 GMT + 1
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
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| Postdoctoral Position in the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences | Closing date: 2019-02-25
Contact: Vladimir Karas |
| We are Public Research Institution and the largest professional astronomical organization in the Czech Republic, located at Ondrejov observatory and in Prague. Successful applicants will collaborate with researchers in our scientific departments (theory, observation, and data analysis are all welcome). Recently the Institute has been involved in space programs of ESA and ground-based projects within ESO, including the European ALMA. Experience in one of the subjects studied at the Institute is valued but independent new projects will be also considered. | | ▸ more | The appointment is initially for one year; an extension for another year is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance. A necessary condition is to satisfy legal requirements for the employment in Czech Republic (EU member state). Salary will be based on the domestic level and it includes health insurance. There is a possibility of institute accommodation in Ondrejov; in Prague private accommodation has to be arranged.
In a cover letter please indicate the working group that you intend to join. Applicants should contact a faculty member with whom they wish to work for further information, to define a joint research programme, and to discuss the starting date. This is considered to be an important part of the proposal.
Applications (containing Curriculum Vitae, List of Publications, and Summary of Research Plans) can be submitted by email to:
sekretariat? @ ?asu.cas.cz (subject: "postdoc 2019", pdf file please).
Please provide the exact date of PhD defense. Applications can be submitted before finishing PhD, in which case a statement from the supervisor stating the planned date of the defense should be included. Successful candidates must hold PhD degree in the field and present a certificate of that by the date of employment. Preferences will be given to early-stage researchers.
Please arrange for two recommendation letters to be sent directly (the same electronic address as above).
To receive full consideration, this year application deadline is: 25th February 2019 (spring call). Applications will be acknowledged by email and a confirmation will be requested from eligible applicants. Once the selection process is completed, successful applicants will be notified.
Further information:
o See http://www.asu.cas.cz for the list of working groups at the Institute.
o See http://www.euraxess.cz for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic.
o See http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living.
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| Exoplanets Postdoctoral research positions in Geneva | Closing date: 2019-03-15
Contact: Prof. Stephane Udry |
| The exoplanet team of the University of Geneva has an opening for four postdoctoral researchers to work on detection and characterization of exoplanets through high-precision radial velocity measurements. Focusing on the low-mass range of exoplanets and using the high-precision spectrographs CORALIE, HARPS, HARPS-N, ESPRESSO, SPIROU, and NIRPS, our team is strongly involved in blind radial velocity surveys as well as in the follow-up of transiting candidates from NGTS, K2 and TESS photometric surveys. | | ▸ more | The selected applicants are expected to work on: the optimization of the data-reduction, calibration and RV-extraction from both visible and near-infrared high-resolution spectrographs; the mitigation of the stellar activity; the combination of RV data with photometric, astrometric and direct imaging measurements, including dynamical developments for the characterization of multi-planetary systems. They will be strongly involved in the science exploitation of large programs and guarantee observing time of aforementioned spectrographs and in the development of specific tools for the Data and Analysis Center for Exoplanets (DACE) for validation and combined analysis of exoplanets.
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, galactic dynamics, observational cosmology and high-energy astrophysics. Our exoplanet team is well-renowned and has strong involvement in exoplanets detection, the determination of the planet physical properties, the characterization of planet atmospheres, and the development of an associated world-class instrumentation. We are also co-leading the Swiss-wide National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) PlanetS, dedicated to the study of the origin, evolution, and characterization of planets inside and outside our Solar System, providing thus the applicants with opportunities to develop collaborations with members of PlanetS.
Applicants are expected to have experience in observation, data reduction and analysis, especially of high-precision radial velocities. The duration of the postdoc contract is of 2 years, with possible extension to a third year depending on available funds. Candidates should have less than 3 years after their PhD at start of the employment. The positions are funded by Swiss National Science Foundation with a gross salary around 80,000 CHF and are open for immediate start.
Interested candidates should contact Prof. S. Udry, Prof. F. Pepe and Prof. F. Bouchy, at the Astronomy Department of University of Geneva, and send (in a singe pdf file) a CV, a publication list, a motivation letter, a short research statement describing past achievements and future projects and arrange for up to two letters of recommendation to be sent before 15th March 2019.
Download/Website:
http://www.exoplanets.ch/
http://nccr-planets.ch/
Contact: stephane.udry @ unige.ch
francesco.pepe @ unige.ch
francois.bouchy @ unige.ch
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| One 2-year Postdoctoral Contract on extragalactic Astronomy | Closing date: 2019-02-28
Contact: Giovanni Cresci |
INAF-ArcetriAstrophysical Observatory (Florence, Italy) has opened a 2-year postdoc position to work on "Spectroscopy of galaxies and AGNs: from VLT to ELT" under the supervision of dr. Giovanni Cresci
| | ▸ more | The fellow will focus on comprehensive studies of evolution of galaxies ISM and AGN feedback with the exploitation of existing data and the preparation of future top-rank surveys:
- properties of the outflowing gas in AGNs using exiting MUSE, KMOS, and X-Shooter data;
- scientific exploitation of ESO/VANDELS spectroscopic data on high redshift galaxies;
- preparatory studies and survey optimization for VLT/MOONS and ELT/HIRES, to study AGNs
and metallicity/ISM properties of distant galaxies
The expected starting date is quite flexible, approximately between April and October 2019.
All the details can be found in http://www.arcetri.inaf.it/gare-e-concorsi/182-gare-e-concorsi/concorsi/2073-assegno-di-ricerca-spectroscopy-of-galaxies-and-agns-from-vlt-to-elt-dd6-2019
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