Category: Theory

McGill Space Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships

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Department: McGill Space Institute
City: Montreal
State/Province: Quebec
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Country: Canada
Contact Person: Kelly Lepo
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: McGill University
Application Due Date: Tuesday, December 01 2015
Web Link: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6521

We invite applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellowships to be held in the McGill Space Institute at McGill University (http://msi.mcgill.ca/).

The McGill Space Institute is a newly formed interdisciplinary center that brings together researchers engaged in space-related research at McGill. Currently there are 17 active faculty members affiliated with the center, from the Physics, Earth and Planetary Sciences, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, and Natural Resource Sciences departments at McGill. 

The successful applicant will have a strong research record in theoretical, observational, or experimental work in astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, planetary science, atmospheric science or astrobiology. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research plans (not to exceed 2 pages) which demonstrates how the proposed research program complements current MSI activities, and contact details of 3 referees.

This position offers a competitive salary and will be for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year, dependent on supervisor approval and the availability of funds. Preference is given to applicants within 3 years of the PhD.

Postdoctoral Research in Core/Ocean Geomagnetism

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Current state: Approved
Department: Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory (GSFC); Dept. of Astronomy (UMD)
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Tracy Huard
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA-GSFC/CRESST/University of Maryland
Application Due Date: Tuesday, June 16 2015
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/index.html#Geomag

Postdoctoral Research in Core/Ocean Geomagnetism

Applications are now being accepted for a Postdoctoral Associate position, funded through the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) and the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology (CRESST).  The selected candidate would work in the Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the area of geomagnetism, with emphasis on one of the following sub-areas: (1) numerical modeling of electric currents and the associated magnetic fields generated by oceanic flow processes, and the integration of these elements into the global geomagnetic field modeling; (2) determination of core flow utilizing surface geomagnetic observations and geomagnetic data assimilation.  The appointee will be expected to work closely with the Core and Crustal Magnetics group at NASA/GSFC, but is also strongly encouraged to carry out independent research.  The position is for 1 year, and extension to the second year is available pending future funding and mutual agreement.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree (or expect to have the degree by the start of the appointment) in a related field of physics, geophysics, dynamical oceanography/meteorology, and/or applied mathematics.  Applicants are expected to have strong quantitative analysis and modeling skills – in addition to knowledge of geomagnetic fields, satellite or ground observatory data, geomagnetic field models and core dynamics.  Familiarity with UNIX OS, FORTRAN and parallel computing is a strong plus.

Each applicant should send a Curriculum Vita, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to:

Core/Ocean Geomagnetism
CRESST/UMCP
Mail Code 660.8, NASA/GSFC
Greenbelt, MD  20771, or
Via e-mail to [email protected]

Salary and benefits are highly competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Information regarding the Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory can be found at http://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/sed/index.cfm?fuseAction=home.main&navOrgCo… .  For information on CRESST and the University of Maryland’s Department of Astronomy, please contact Tracy Huard ([email protected]).  The position is available beginning June 2015.

The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.  All applications received by May 22, 2015, will receive full consideration.

Kavli Institute Fellowship in Exoplanets (Fixed term)

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Current state: Approved
Department: Kavli Institute
City: Cambridge
State/Province: Cambridgeshire
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Country: UK
Contact Person: Didier Queloz
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Cambridge University
Application Due Date: Monday, December 08 2014
Web Link: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/5174/

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 5 years in the first instance.

In a new collaborative initiative within Cambridge University, the three departments conducting research activities related to ‘Exoplanets and life in the Universe’, the Cavendish Laboratory, Institute of Astronomy (IoA) and Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP), together with the Kavli Institute for Cosmology, are offering a senior Fellowship in Exoplanets.

The Kavli Institute Fellowship in Exoplanets will be for five years and is expected to become available from October 2015. Applicants must have a PhD in Astronomy or a related field and will normally be expected to have several years of postdoctoral experience by the start date of the fellowship. A proven track record of independent research relevant to the research themes conducted on exoplanets in Cambridge is expected. The fellowship is targeted at researchers (observers, instrumentalists or theorists) who have the potential to become leaders in their fields. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct a programme of independent scientific research, prepare proposals to secure research resources (for example, experiment development, access to high performance computing, large telescopes, or other international facilities), write scientific articles for publication in peer reviewed journals and contribute to the supervision of graduate students, outreach and other teaching duties. Applicants must have excellent communication and computing skills.

Salary will be on the same scale as University Lecturers, within the range £38,511 – £48,743 pa. depending on experience plus superannuation benefit. A research allowance of £8,000 pa will be provided.

The post holder will have the choice to be located at any of the three departments carrying out exoplanet research as listed above (located in West Cambridge) but will be encouraged to interact with researchers in all three departments. Research programmes that complement the work undertaken in more than one department are particularly welcomed (see http://exoplanets.mrao.cam.ac.uk for current activities).

Further information on Cambridge exoplanet research and the Fellowship can be obtained from the further particulars or from Professor Didier Queloz email dq212(at)cam.ac.uk.

Further benefits of University employment are outlined at http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/staff/benefits/index.html

To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the ‘Apply’ button below. This will route you to the University’s Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.

Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), cover letter, publications list and research statement in the upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please submit your application by midnight on the closing date of Monday, 8th December 2014. If you have any queries about your application, please email kavlifel(at)ast.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference LG04473 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

The full advert can be accessed here: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/5174/

Research Associate Position

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Department: Astronomy & Astrophysics
City: University Park
State/Province: PA
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Heather Lowe
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: The Pennsylvania State University
Application Due Date: Friday, April 11 2014
Web Link: http://www.astro.psu.edu

The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Center for Exoplanets and Habitable Worlds (CEHW), at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Research Associate in area of the formation,  detection, and characterization of extrasolar planets. The successful applicant will work with Prof. Eric Ford in the analysis and the interpretation of data from NASA’s Kepler mission and planet formation theory.  The position is for two years with a possibility of extension for one more year.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Astronomy and two or more years of postdoctoral experience, as well as a strong publication record including experience in the analysis of Kepler data, interpretation of transit timing variations, planetary orbital dynamics and the dynamics of dust grains in presence of gas, radiation and magnetic fields.  Applicants should have significant programming experience, including C, Fortran, parallel programming, IDL, Perl and Unix shell scripts.  Current information on research and other activities can be found at http://www.astro.psu.edu.  Inquiries: Eric Ford [email protected].
 Applications including a cover letter, a CV, statement of research interests, list of publications, and names of three references, should be sent to Ms. Heather Lowe, 525 Davey Lab, University Park, PA 16802 or via email to [email protected] by April 11, 2014. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply.   Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Assistant Professor – Theoretical Astrophysics Program – University of Arizona

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Department: Theoretical Astrophysics Program
City: Tucson
State/Province: AZ
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Professor Renu Malhotra
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Arizona
Application Due Date: Tuesday, July 01 2014
Web Link: http://www.hr.arizona.edu

FACULTY POSITION Theoretical Astrophysics The University of Arizona The University of Arizona’s Theoretical Astrophysics Program invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to begin in Fall 2014. The Theoretical Astrophysics Program is an interdisciplinary program that fosters academic and scientific links among the Departments of Astronomy, Physics and Planetary Sciences at the University, to complement with a strong theory program the world-renowned astronomical facilities in Tucson, AZ. The Program consists of five core faculty and about 25 affiliate members working in a range of topics spanning solar system astrophysics to cosmology. In addition to the typical facilities available at a research university, the UA’s Research Data Center provides our faculty access to local high-end supercomputing resources including distributed, shared-memory and GPU architectures. We interpret theoretical astrophysics broadly, and our areas of interest include planetary sciences, atomic and molecular astrophysics, high-energy and nuclear astrophysics, particle astrophysics, plasma astrophysics, stellar and galactic astrophysics and cosmology. We are interested in highly qualified individuals from any area of theoretical astrophysics who will interact effectively with the participating departments. The appointment will be at the level of assistant professor in one or more of the participating departments. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy or a closely related field. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate through advanced graduate classes, establish and maintain a distinguished research program and contribute to academic service. Review of applications will begin on December 2, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Please apply at https://www.uacareertrack.com/, job number 53843. Applicants are asked to submit a CV with publication list, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and addresses of at least three references. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Please direct inquiries to: Professor Renu Malhotra Chair, Theoretical Astrophysics Program 1629 E University Boulevard The University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona 85721-0092 Email: [email protected]