Scuola Normale Superiore (SNS) in Pisa invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the field of astrophysical cosmology. The postdoc will work in conjunction with Prof. Andrei Mesinger, as part of the recently-established and expanding Cosmology group at SNS.
The successful candidate can work on problems relating to the cosmic dark ages, reionization, first stars, first galaxies, the intergalactic medium, modeling techniques, high-redshift quasar spectra, the redshifted 21cm signal and other probes of the early Universe. Experience with statistical analysis and numerical modeling is particularly encouraged, but not required.
The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art computing facilities, and a 3D visualization center. Interested parties are invited to review the official announcement published on the SNS website http://www.sns.it/en/servizi/job/ (section: “Research grants”) and to follow its instructions should they decide to apply.
All applications must be received before Nov. 19, 2012. The position is renewable with a flexible starting date (no later than 27.6.2013). For further information, please contact Prof. Andrei Mesinger (andrei.mesinger [at] sns.it).
