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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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