Post-doctoral Research Fellow in Astrophysical Transients and Time-domain science
Job Summary
Job Description
The Department of Physics seeks to appoint a Research Fellow to work in the Astronomy and Astrophysics group in the field of astrophysical transients and related time-domain science. The initial appointment will run until Sept 2024, with possibility for extension.
The fellow will work with Dr. Joe Lyman as part of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship “New frontiers in transient astrophysics: gravitational-wave multi-messenger events and exotic stellar explosions”. They will work on the study of extra-galactic transients, including rapid follow-up and characterisation of discoveries by the Gravitational wave Optical Transient Observer (GOTO; https://goto-observatory.org) project. The successful applicant will help create a network of automated GOTO follow-up with facilities, including membership of the NOT Transient Explorer collaboration (https://nte.nbi.ku.dk/).
Applicants must hold or be about to attain a PhD in astrophysics and have a proven/developing research track record. The ideal candidate will hold strong software development skills, and be capable of working effectively independently and as part of a team. Experience in observational astronomy and/or automated data analysis is strongly desired. Time will be available for independent research.
The post is available immediately, with the start date being flexible to accommodate external circumstances. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, especially those from underrepresented groups. Application must include:
- A completed application form, with details for two academic references
- A statement of your research accomplishments & interests (2 page limit)
- A CV including publication list
- A signed covering letter
Informal inquiries are welcomed to Dr. Joe Lyman ([email protected]).
Compensation and Benefits
The University of Warwick has an excellent benefits programme, including 30 days of paid annual leave (in addition to 8 bank holidays and 4 customary shut down days), an excellent pension scheme, as well as a commitment to work/life balance and personal development. More details can be found here: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/humanresources/workinghere/reward/
The Physics Department and the University of Warwick are proud of their diverse community of staff, students, and visitors, and are committed to maintaining an excellent record in teaching and research by ensuring that there is equality of opportunity for all, fostered in an environment of mutual respect and dignity.
Both the Physics Department and the University of Warwick hold Athena SWAN Silver awards, a national initiative to promote gender equality for all staff and students. The Physics Department is also a Juno Champion, which is an award from the Institute of Physics to recognise our efforts to address the under-representation of women in university physics and to encourage better practice for both women and men.
The University supports flexible working and requests for job-share will be considered where possible. Further information on working at Warwick in Physics can be found at www.warwick.ac.uk/physics/staff/working/.