Postdoctoral position in extragalactic astronomy

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Publish Date: 
Saturday, October 1, 2016
Archive Date: 
Saturday, October 29, 2016
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Large Academic
Institution/Company: 
University of Oulu
City: 
Oulu
State/Province: 
Country: 
Finland
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

 Post-doctoral position in extragalactic astronomy.  The Astronomy Research Unit, University of Oulu (Finland) invites applications  for a postdoctoral position in astronomy.

 Possible research topics include 2D multi-component structural decompositions of early-type galaxies, as well as kinematic and stellar population analysis of the structure components of nearby  galaxies (see http://www.oulu.fi/astronomy/postdoc2016), based on 3.6 micron Spitzer Space Telescope images and integral-field spectroscopic observations obtained with MUSE/VLT at European Southern Observatory (ESO).  The candidate is also encouraged to carry out his/her own research projects.

 A succesful candidate should have obtained, by the starting date, a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or equivalent field, in an area relevant to the above mentioned projects.  The position is funded by the Academy of Finland, and it will be filled for 2 years, with a  possibility of extension to 3 years.  The salary is based on the experience and qualifications of the applicant: typical salary is 3300-3500 EUR/month. The starting date can be as early as Jan 1st, 2017.

To apply, please send a CV, list of publications, and the statement of research interests to Prof. Heikki Salo ([email protected]), or Dr. Eija Laurikainen ([email protected]), and arrange three letters of reference forwarded to the same email address by the application deadline, November 15th, 2016.

Included Benefits: 

No benefits information has been provided by the employer.

Application Deadline: 
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Current Status of Position: 
No Status Given (Opted Out)
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Attention To: 
Heikki Salo
Title: 
prof.
Institution/Company: 
University of Oulu/ Astronomy Research Unit
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Koiso-Kanttilankatu 1
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City: 
Oulu
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Zip/Postal Code: 
90014
Country: 
Finland
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