Postdoctoral position in X-ray analysis of ram-pressure stripped galaxies in nearby clusters

We invite applications for one postdoctoral fellowship in galaxy evolution within the cluster environment at the Padova Observatory in Italy  (Post doc position - D.D. 35/2019). The Padova Observatory is one of the main structures of INAF, a network of 17 research institutes spread throughout Italy. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Alessia Moretti and in close collaboration with the GASP team ( http://web.oapd.inaf.it/gasp/). 

The open position is dedicated to the study of the possible AGN triggering and development of X-rays tails in cluster galaxies due to the ram pressure and is specifically aimed at the analysis of Chandra/XMM archival data of the WINGS clusters where ram-pressure stripped GASP galaxies are located.

A fraction of time will be available for independent research in related areas.

The initial appointment is for one year with a possible renewal.  The gross salary is 28,000 euros and is more than adequate to the cost of living in Padova. Dedicated funding are available for traveling.

The official call for applications can be found at:

http://www.inaf.it/it/lavora-con-noi/assegni-di-ricerca/assegno-di-ricerca-dal-titolo-201cenvironmental-processes-at-work-in-galaxy-clusters-triggering-of-the-agn-activity-and-development-of-x-ray-tails201d201d

Questions about the position should be directed to [email protected].

Expertise in one or more of the following areas is desirable: (a) analysis of X-ray data and archives, (b) galaxy evolution.

Applications will be accepted until October, 31, 2019.

INAF is an equal opportunity employer and women and minorities are encouraged to apply.