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| Postdoc in radio astronomy at the University of Hamburg | Closing date: 2020-12-31
Contact: Francesco de Gasperin |
| We are offering a 2+1 year postdoc position at the University of Hamburg focused on the development of advanced algorithms for radio astronomy and science exploitation with a special focus on the Meerkat radio telescope (https://www.sarao.ac.za/gallery/meerkat/). The candidate should have an extensive knowledge of either python or C. Being familiar with concepts of radio interferometry is an asset. | | ▸ more | The researcher will be part of the quickly growing group of radio astronomers at the University of Hamburg. The candidate will be part of the MeerKAT collaboration and will have privileged access to data. The candidate is expected to develop novel algorithms to calibrate and image radio data and participate in MeerKAT science exploitation. Given the strong involvement of the University of Hamburg in LOFAR, the candidate will have the unique chance to contribute to both collaborations, creating synergies between two of the most advanced radio telescopes operating at this time.
Hamburg Observatory offers a diverse and rich research environment. Our teams have strong expertise in radio, X-ray and numerical modeling. The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities and to large survey data from Meerkat, LOFAR, eRosita, 4MOST. Hamburg Observatory is part of the Quantum Universe cluster of excellence, which comprises around 50 faculty and their groups to work on the foundation of mass and gravity. Funding for computing and travel will be available. The position comes with no teaching duties, but there is the possibility of gaining teaching experience upon request. A PhD in astronomy, computer science, physics or equivalent is a requirement.
The application must include:
- a motivational letter
- the CV of the candidate
- 2 letters of recommendation
Please send all documents via email to Prof. de Gasperin (fdg @ hs.uni-hamburg.de), we will accept applications until the position is filled. The position can preferably begin as early as possible after September 1st, 2020 and no later than December 2020.
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