PhD in High-Energy Astrophysics

Applications are invited for a PhD student position at the Institute of Nuclear Physics PAS in Krakow to work under a supervision of Dr. Hab. Sabrina Casanova on the project “Nonthermal emission from the Galactic Disk: a probe to study cosmic-ray origin and propagation” funded by the Polish National Science Centre. The project aims to investigate cosmic-ray origin and propagation within a phenomenological approach, by comparing model predictions with gamma-ray maps and spectra obtained from GeV to TeV energies with current and future instruments of gamma-ray astronomy: Fermi, H.E.S.S., HAWC, and the upcoming CTA.

The candidate after passing a qualifying exam (September 27-29, 2016) will be enrolled in the PhD program at the International PhD Studies in INP PAS, during which he/she will receive a scholarship and an additional scholarship funded from the NSC project for period of at least 24 months. Travel funds are provided. Starting date is October 1, 2016. Candidates are required to have completed their MSc degree in astronomy, physics, or related field before the starting date.

Expected qualifications:

- good knowledge of basic physics and astrophysics
- good knowledge of C++ or Python programming
- good command of English.

The applicants should provide a CV with a statement of consent to the processing of personal data for purposes of recruitment, a copy of the MSc diploma, a transcript of grades for courses taken during the MSc studies, a statement of motivation, research interests, and experience (max. 2 pages) and arrange for one letter of recommendation. The interviews will be arranged with selected candidates. The final deadline for applications is September 9, 2016. Applications (in pdf format) and further questions should be sent to: [email protected] and [email protected].