Postdoc in Astrophysics at KTH in Stockholm, Sweden

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Publish Date: 
Saturday, October 1, 2016
Archive Date: 
Saturday, October 29, 2016
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Large Academic
Institution/Company: 
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
City: 
Stockholm
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Country: 
Sweden
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A postdoctoral scholarship in Astrophysics is available in the Particle and Astroparticle Physics group at the Department of Physics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden. The position is for two years.

This position mainly concerns studies of gamma-ray bursts. Focus will be on interpreting observations and results from the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope. Fermi has revolutionized our understanding of GRBs. In particular, it has been shown that a part of the emission during the prompt phase is likely to stem from the photosphere in the relativistic jet. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the group’s ongoing work in this area.

Applicants should hold (or soon hold) a PhD in Astrophysics, Astroparticle Physics or a related subject, obtained no later than five years prior to starting the position. Candidates may not have received their PhD from KTH.

Applicants are expected to have a solid high-energy Astrophysics background, in data analysis and/or in theory. Experience with analysis of data from the Fermi is a merit. Experience with theoretical interpretation of the data is also expected. The applicant should be highly motivated by basic research and be able to work independently and as part of a team. An excellent command of the English language is required.

Apply to this scholarship by e-mail to [email protected]. Mark your application with reference number S-2016-0898. The same address should be used for the reference letters. 

The application must contain the following PDF documents.
1.  Cover letter, including a statement of your research experience and interests.
2.   CV and a publication list.
3.   Up to three letters of reference (sent in separately).
The scholarship is initially for 1 year with possible extension to 2 years, starting as soon as possible.

Included Benefits: 

No benefits information has been provided by the employer.

Application Deadline: 
Monday, October 31, 2016
Current Status of Position: 
No Status Given (Opted Out)
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Felix Ryde
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Professor
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KTH Royal Institute of Technology
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Stockholm
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