Postdoc in Transient Astrophysics

Submission Information
Publish Date: 
Friday, October 26, 2018
Archive Date: 
Friday, December 7, 2018
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Large Academic
Institution/Company: 
National Danish Space Institute at the Technical University of Denmark
Department Name: 
DTU Space
Street Line 1: 
Elektrovej Bygning 327
City: 
Copenhagen
State/Province: 
Copenhagen
Zip/Postal: 
2800
Country: 
Denmark
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated post-doc to work on the field of transient astrophysics. You will pursue research on the different aspects of stellar death, participate in target of opportunity observations of transient events, and analyze exciting datasets from world-class facilities. You will have the chance to actively engage in international collaborations and you will be encouraged to lead observing proposals and contribute to the supervision of students.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree, or equivalent, in Physics or Astrophysics (or related field) by the date of appointment. Applicants with strong programming skills and previous experience in one of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply: supernovae, tidal disruption events, gravitational waves, host galaxy studies, optical/IR spectroscopy, polarimetry, transient surveys and analysis of large datasets. Flexibility and self-motivation are desired skills at DTU Space, as well as a natural interest in collaboration and personal responsibility. The successful applicant is encouraged to pursue independent research interests within the framework of the research group.

Application deadline: 30 November 2018

To view the full announcement and to apply: www.career.dtu.dk

Application Deadline: 
Friday, November 30, 2018
Selection Deadline: 
Friday, November 30, 2018
Current Status of Position: 
Accepting Applicants
Apply to Job
Attention To: 
Giorgos Leloudas
Title: 
Senior Scientist
Institution/Company: 
National Danish Space Institute at the Technical University of Denmark
Department Name: 
DTU Space
Street Line 1: 
Elektrovej Bygning 327
City: 
Copenhagen
Zip/Postal Code: 
2800
Country: 
Denmark
Phone: 
+45 4525 9689
Inquiries About Job
Attention To: 
Giorgos Leloudas