Ph.D. Scholarship in Astronomy & Planetary Science at the University of Atacama

The Instituto de Astronomía y Ciencias Planetarias de Atacama (INCT) at the Universidad de Atacama (UDA), in Copiapó (Chile) invites applicants for four PhD positions in Astronomy and Planetary Sciences.

The positions are open to candidates from any country. The successful candidates must have a degree (or equivalent) in astronomy, astrophysics, physics, geology or any related topic to planetary science by the PhD starting date, which will be April 2022. Positions will be available across a range of fields of research where the INCT is active, including solar system, exoplanets, planetary geology, extragalactic astronomy, star formation and Galactic structure. Students must manage basic English and be willing to publish in peer review journals. Students will have access to the Chilean telescope time of ESO, ALMA, Gemini, LCO, CTIO, among others.

University of Atacama PhD students are fully-funded for four years (subject to a 18 month probation period). The salary is in accordance with Chilean CONICYT grants, and is set to 650,000 CLP net per month.

INCT provides a stimulating, international environment where Spanish and English coexist as common languages. The University of Atacama is located in Copiapó, the capital city of the Atacama region. Copiapó is located in the Atacama desert, and the region offers a unique variety of natural and wildlife attractions.

For additional information visit http://inct.uda.cl/index.php/en/education/ or write to [email protected]

Documents for Ph.D. Application 2022

The following documents must be sent in a single pdf file to [email protected]

All the application will receive full consideration if arrived by November 3, 2021. Later applications will be received until the positions are filled.

The required documents are:

• Cover letter

• CV with current information (2 pages maximum) and publication list.

• Proof of degree (the legalized copy or original must be presented if accepted).

• Undergraduate list of courses, including final marks

In addition to the above, 2 recommendation letters must be sent directly at [email protected]