Research Assistant - Galaxy formation and cosmology (Closed)
Pre-doctoral position
Position category:
Research Assistant
Reference:
2023/90
Duration:
1 year
Application deadline:
2023/09/25
For more info contact the supervisors:
Raul Angulo
reangulo@gmail.com
reangulo@gmail.com
We are currently accepting applications for the above mentioned position. This is a unique opportunity for highly motivated students recently graduated from the University in Physics or related fields to gain research experience in one of DIPC’s high-profile research teams.
The role
This project will explore the connection between cosmology and galaxy formation physics. For this, we will employ numerical models to simultaneously reproduce observations of the galaxy population at various cosmic times. These results will then be employed to characterise the possible connections between galaxy properties, the distribution of dark matter, and the fundamental components of the universe.
Desired background & competences
Strong computational skills. Experience in numerical simulations. Background in astrophysics and cosmology, and statistical methods.
Working conditions
- Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales
- Target start date: 2023/11/01
We provide a highly stimulating research environment, and unique professional career development opportunities.
We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The center
DIPC is a research center whose mission is to perform and catalyze cutting-edge research in physics and related disciplines, as well as to convey scientific culture to society. Located in Donostia / San Sebastian (Basque Country, Spain), DIPC was born from a strategic alliance of both public institutions and private companies. Since 2008 DIPC is a 'Basque Excellence Research Center' (BERC) recognized by the Basque Government's Department of Education. In 2019, DIPC was also recognized as a "Severo Ochoa" Excellence Center by the Spanish Research Agency.
About the team
The successful applicants will join the "Computational Cosmology" group lead by Dr. Raul Angulo. The team is comprised of 4 PhD students and 5 postdocs, who are carrying out research on multiple areas in observational and theoretical cosmology, including N-body simulations, cosmic microwave background, galaxy redshift surveys, gravitational lensing, and machine learning.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV and a brief statement of interest to the following application email below.
Reference letters are welcome but not indispensable.
The reference of the specific opening to which the candidate is applying should be stated in the subject line, and the application must be received before the application deadline.
Although candidates are welcome to contact the project supervisors to know further details about the proposed research activity, please be aware that the application will be evaluated only if it is submitted directly to the email address listed below as application email.
- Reference: 2023/90
- Application deadline: 2023/09/25
- Application email: jobs.research@dipc.org
Selection process
Applications received by the deadline will be evaluated by a Committee designed by the DIPC board on the basis of the following criteria:
- CV of the candidate (60%)
- Adequacy of the candidate’s scientific background to the project (20%)
- Reference letters (10%)
- Other: Diversity in gender, race, nationality, etc. (10%)
Evaluation results will be communicated to the candidates soon after. Positions will only be filled if qualified candidates are found.
The DIPC may revoke its decision if the candidate fails to join by the appointed time, in which case the position will be awarded to the candidate with the next highest score, provided it is above 50 (out of 100).
However, the selected candidate may keep the position if, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, the candidate duly justifies the reasons why he or she cannot join before the specified deadline, and as long as the project allows it.
This project has received funding from the Spanish Government’s grant program “Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2021” under grant number PID2021-128338NB-I00, MCIN /AEI /10.13039/501100011033 / FEDER, UE
Resolution
The resolution of this opening has been already published. You can download it here.