Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cosmology and Large-Scale Structure

Submission Information
Publish Date: 
Friday, September 9, 2022
Archive Date: 
Friday, October 7, 2022
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Large Academic
Institution/Company: 
University of Edinburgh
Department Name: 
Institute for Astronomy
Street Line 1: 
Royal Observatory
Street Line 2: 
Blackford Hill
City: 
Edinburgh
State/Province: 
City of Edinburgh
Zip/Postal: 
EH9 3HJ
Country: 
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

We are looking for a researcher experienced in statistical analysis of galaxy surveys with the aim of testing cosmological models. Areas of particular interest include redshift-space clustering; galaxy groups; assembly bias; cross-correlation tomography. The position will lead to nominated membership of the DESI consortium. The successful candidate will work with Professor John Peacock at the Institute for Astronomy in the Royal Observatory Edinburgh. With over 100 researchers, the IfA is one of the world’s major centres of astronomy research, with an especially strong track record in cosmology. There will be extensive opportunities for independent research and collaboration, including the option to supervise postgraduate students. The position is available immediately and the initial appointment will be for three years. The salary will be in the range £35,333 – £42,155 depending on experience.

Pay Compensation
Salary Min: 
$40730.00 (USD)
Salary Max: 
$48595.00 (USD)
Application Deadline: 
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Selection Deadline: 
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Current Status of Position: 
Accepting Applicants
Apply to Job
Attention To: 
Professor John Peacock
Institution/Company: 
University of Edinburgh
Department Name: 
Institute for Astronomy
Street Line 1: 
Royal Observatory
Street Line 2: 
Blackford Hill
City: 
Edinburgh
State/Province: 
City of Edinburgh
Zip/Postal Code: 
EH9 3HJ
Country: 
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Phone: 
+441316688100
FAX: 
+4413166888416
Institution/Company Job ID or Reference Code: 
5212
Inquiries About Job
Attention To: 
Professor John Peacock
Subject: 
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cosmology and Large-Scale Structure