Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitational Microlensing

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitational Microlensing

School of Physical and Chemical Sciences

• Full-time at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• 2.5 year fixed term position (start date by negotiation)

The University of Canterbury invites applications for a postdoctoral position in gravitational microlensing. The fellow is expected to work with Associate Professor Michael Albrow, graduate students, and collaborators on the analysis of microlensing data, particularly from the Korean Microlensing Telescope Network.

Applicants should have a PhD in astrophysics, astrostatistics, or a related area, and a demonstrated ability in computational data analysis.

A background in gravitational microlensing work and/or scientific programming in C/CUDA/PYTHON would be an advantage.

For further information on the School, please visit http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/science/schools-and-departments/phys/

Based in Christchurch, New Zealand, the University of Canterbury is known for its world class research, inspirational teaching, vibrant campus environment and diverse academic community. Located on the east coast of the South Island, Christchurch is a city of contrasts which embraces a cosmopolitan lifestyle and rich art and culture. Internationally famed “The Garden City”, Christchurch is the international gateway to the South Island and is a place where you are able to enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle amidst a natural environment world-renowned for its beauty.

The closing date for this position is: Sunday, 1 October 2017.

Applications for this position should include a cover letter, resume and any additional attachments combined into one document and submitted online. Please ensure your document file name is your surname, followed by your initial.

Enquiries of an academic nature may be made to Dr Michael Albrow, [email protected]

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