ERC based stellar astronomy position at CAMK
Job Summary
Job Description
The Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center of the Polish Academy of Sciences (CAMK PAN), in Warsaw, Poland invites applicants for 1 post-doctoral position in the field of stellar astronomy.
A successful candidate will work with prof. Grzegorz Pietrzynski on data-driven projects relating to investigation of eclipsing/astrometric binary/multiple stellar systems. Specific tasks may include (but are not limited to: i) engaging in spectroscopic and photometric follow-up and modelling efforts to characterize detached eclipsing binary stars observed by K2 and TESS missions, ii) developing an efficient and precise algorithm for analysis of the SED (Spectral Energy Distribution) and the interstellar extinction of binary/multiple stars.
Excellent salary and working conditions are offered. To apply, please visit and follow the instructions on the official announcement page (https://www.camk.edu.pl/en/archiwum/2022/02/02/one-post-doctoral-position-stellar-astronomy/)
Review of applications will begin on April 1st, 2022, and continue until the position is filled. The expected starting date is May 2022 (negotiable).
Compensation and Benefits
The position will be funded from the European Research Council Synergy grant, agreement no 951549 “Sub-percent calibration of the extragalactic distance scale in the era of big surveys” - UniverScale. The person employed will be a member of the international Araucaria Group with guaranteed access to many telescopes. Observing expeditions and extended research visits to our partner institutions in Chile, France and Germany will be possible. Furthermore, CAMK PAN operates a collection of small telescopes located at Cerro Armazones Observatory in Chile, just in front of the construction place of the E-ELT. Exceptional weather conditions make this observatory an excellent tool for implementing research projects. CAMK PAN plans to significantly expand this observatory by building 4 new telescopes (0.6 – 2.5 m), from which the biggest one, the 2.5 m telescope is planned to be constructed within the framework of the UniverScale project. Therefore, candidates with observing / instrumental skills would find an excellent environment for their scientific development.
CAMK PAN is the leading astrophysical institute in Poland, hosting about 50 staff researchers and 30 PhD students. CAMK PAN scientists participate in many international projects. The research lines in CAMK, possibilities to develop career for young researchers, and life at the institute are presented in three movies available here.
CAMK PAN is an equal-opportunity employer and supports equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.
The successful applicant will be offered an employment contract with excellent salary and working conditions. The employment contract embraces social security, public medical care and participation in national pension scheme as well as access to non-public medical care and sports activities co-financed by the employer. She/he can also profit from the relocation costs reimbursement scheme according to CAMK PAN internal rules.
The successful applicant who is not citizen of a member country of the European Union must keep in mind that, prior to signing the contract, she/he must obtain a residence and work permit or visa (according to rules established between Poland and the country of the applicant origin).