Theoretical Postdoctoral position on Galactic dynamics

Leiden Observatory invites applications for a Theoretical post-doctoral position on Galactic Dynamics, within the ERC funded project "VEGA P” led by Dr Elena M. Rossi.

We invite applications from researchers who are working on exploiting dynamical tracers to constrain the Milky Way mass distribution and shape. In addition, academic achievements beyond research are highly valued (e.g., supervision, outreach, actions towards improving the academic environment).

The position will be tenable for four years, subject to a review during the second year. The position comes with a competitive salary and full benefits (e.g., maternity and paternity leave). The successful candidate must have a PhD by the starting date: September 1, 2022. 

Applications should be sent to [email protected] with an email subject “Theory postdoctoral position2 VEGA P" by January 10, 2022 (Attn: Dr Rossi). You are asked to provide contact information for three referees, and send a cover letter (limited to 1 page), a curriculum vitae, a publication list, and a research statement (limited to 2 page total, excluding references). In the cover letter, beside your motivations and main research achievements/skills, please state if you have any other academic talents that would benefit the research group and/or the department. Finally, please, arrange for 3 letters of reference to be separately sent to [email protected] by your referees with subject "your surname for theory2 VEGA P" (e.g. "Rossi for theory2 VEGA P").