Research Fellow in Stellar Atmosphere Modelling and Exoplanet Characterisation
Job Summary
Job Description
The Univeristy of Warwick seeks to appoint a motivated and driven Research Fellow within the Astronomy and Astrophysics Group, to commence as soon as possible with up to 3 years of funding depending on the start date (preferably starting as soon as possible). Backgrounds in solar or stellar physics are preferred, especially in the area of stellar modelling; areas outside these are encouraged if they complement the project. Experience with exoplanet science is desirable.
The successful candidate will work with Dr Heather M. Cegla on the “Pathway to the Confirmation and Characterisation of Habitable Alien Worlds,” funded by the UK Research and Innovation Future Leaders Fellowship programme. They will utilise state-of-the-art 3D magnetohydrodynamical simulations and perform spectral line synthesis to create realistic stellar surface simulations. The aim is to further our understanding of exoplanet hosts and improve the radial velocity detection and mass confirmation of low-mass, long period planets. Duties will also include analysing and presenting results in peer-reviewed publications and at national and international conferences.
The Astrophysics group at the University of Warwick is one of the UK’s leading exoplanet research groups, and provides an excellent environment for a motivated Research Fellow to further their scientific career. Some of the post holder’s time may be available for their own independent research and/or to collaborate with our Centre for Fusion Space and Astrophysics, preferably in the area of exoplanets or stellar/solar physics.
The closing date for applications is 26 November 2023. Applications must include:
- a CV with your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history (maximum 2 pages),
- a cover letter detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for this post (maximum 1 page),
- a brief statement of research interests, composed in an anonymous style (maximum 2 pages),
- a list of publications/research outputs (no page limit),
- and a statement on commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (maximum 1 page).
No other materials will be accepted and incomplete applications will not be considered. For more details on candidate requirements and responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria, or the application procedure, please seehttps://tinyurl.com/WarwickResearchFellow.
Compensation and Benefits
As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits, along with excellent learning and development opportunities. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer and information about working within our department. Benefits include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click here.
We are committed to individuals with care giving duties and can offer flexible working hours. Applications for a part-time position will be considered.
We are proud to say that we are a Living Wage employer.
Warwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.
We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpage here.
The University currently holds a Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, Athena Swan Sliver Award and a Disability Smart Bronze Award. The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
The Physics Department 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.The Physics Department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, 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 people of all genders. Further information can be found at www.warwick.ac.uk/physics/staff/working/.