Postdoctoral Position in ISM research with HyGAL data

A postdoctoral position is available at the University of Cologne inthe field of ISM research, through analysis of hydride spectra obtained in the SOFIA legacy project HyGAL. The position will be attached to the group of Prof. Peter Schilke (co- PI of HyGAL), and will work closely with Prof. David Neufeld at Johns-Hopkins University (US PI of HyGAL).

YOUR TASKS

• You will be expected to work on the spectral analysis of SOFIA 4GREAT and ancillary data, and determination of the line parameters. This entails becoming familiar with data reduction and calibration issues
• An important aspect will be the statistical characterization of the ISM structure through the comparison with ISM models provided by various team members

YOUR PROFILE

• Applicants are required to have a PhD in astrophysics or a related field and experience with analysis of molecular spectroscopic data
• Good communication skills in an international environment
• Familiarity with modern data analysis methods

The position is available immediately for a duration of up to three years, ending no later than 30 June 2023.

Please apply online at: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de . Applicants should submit a signed covering letter with a concise description of their research accomplishments and interests, as well as a CV including a full publication list. They also should provide the names of a minimum of two academic references. The reference number is wiss2006-12. Applications received by July 22, 2020 will be given full consideration. Later applications might be considered until the position is filled.