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1 | Your Name | Your institution | Type of offered position | Description of the position | Duration | Country | Starting date (please indicate if flexible) | Application deadline | Application Procedure | Eligibility Requirements | Email to contact for more information | Website (if any) with more information | Would you or someone from your team be interested in attending the GWECS job fair? | |||||||
2 | Lilli Sun | The Australian National University | PostDoc | https://jobs.anu.edu.au/jobs/postdoctoral-fellow-canberra-act-act-australia-09707719-cb9f-421b-be4f-7c8b3efdf2b3 | 3 years | Australia | April 2024 (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | See job ad above | See job ad above | ling.sun@anu.edu.au | https://jobs.anu.edu.au/jobs/postdoctoral-fellow-canberra-act-act-australia-09707719-cb9f-421b-be4f-7c8b3efdf2b3 | Maybe | |||||||
3 | Yeshe Fenner | OzGrav, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery | PostDoc | One postdoctoral research position to do fundamental physics with gravitational waves. This could include many broad aspects of gravitational wave theory and/or cosmological applications. Applications from all areas of gravitational wave physics/astrophysics will be considered. Applications will be considered for appointment at either Level A or Level B. | 3 years | Australia | From 1 April 2024 onwards (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | tamarad@physics.uq.edu.au | https://uq.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/uqcareers/job/St-Lucia-Campus/Postdoctoral-Research-Fellow---Cosmology---Gravitational-Wave-Physics_R-30392 | Yes | |||||||||
4 | Li Ju | University of Western Australia | PostDoc | PostDoc in Gravitational wave detection instrumentation | 1 yr extendable | Australia | Feb 2023 flexible | 21/11/2023 | see the information link below | PhD in Physic or engineering, experience with control and optics | li.ju@uwa.edu.au | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexNUoayfMTNZuRSxkkzRcVNfNIa6kXaHFiWjQhGBGmn9bE1g/viewform | Maybe | |||||||
5 | Yeshe Fenner | OzGrav, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery | PostDoc | Two key roles are advertised in a friendly, motivated team working on the two key aspects of gravitational wave research; an Astrophysicist to conduct research in gravitational-wave astrophysics, incorporating the latest theoretical development and data analysis techniques, and an Astronomer to manage observing programs that use telescopes based in Australia and overseas | 3 years | Australia | From 1 April 2024 onwards (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | christopher.lidman@anu.edu.au or ling.sun@anu.edu.au | https://jobs.anu.edu.au/jobs/postdoctoral-fellow-canberra-act-act-australia-09707719-cb9f-421b-be4f-7c8b3efdf2b3 | Yes | |||||||||
6 | Yeshe Fenner | OzGrav, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery | PostDoc | University of Sydney: Two roles working on radio and multi-wavelength studies of gravitational wave events and transient sources. One position (at Level A) will focus on studies of the host galaxies and likely progenitors of these events. The other (at Level B) will lead an observational program to follow up gravitational wave events at radio and other wavelengths | 3 years (level A), 4 years (level B) | Australia | From 1 April 2024 onwards (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au | https://usyd.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Camperdown-Campus/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate_0110810-1 and https://usyd.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Camperdown-Campus/Postdoctoral-Fellow_0110805-1 | Yes | |||||||||
7 | Yeshe Fenner | OzGrav, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery | PostDoc | Swinburne University of Technology: Two researchers, who will lead Centre efforts in studying and interpreting the nanohertz-frequency gravitational wave universe using pulsar timing array data sets and undertaking tests of fundamental physics through pulsar timing. Applications will be considered for appointment at either Level A or Level B. | 3 years level A, 4 years level B | Australia | From 1 April 2024 onwards (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | rshannon@swin.edu.au | https://swinjobs.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.jati&returnToEvent=jobs.home&jobID=92187528-A6C4-A717-6853-D206731CCF09&audienceTypeCode=EXT&UseAudienceTypeLanguage=1&rmuh=12DFF44F0DB049AE24BC620460233834A374CB63 | Yes | |||||||||
8 | Yeshe Fenner | OzGrav, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery | PostDoc | Monash University: Two postdoctoral research positions to do fundamental physics and astrophysics with gravitational waves. This could include many broad aspects of gravitational-wave theory, population synthesis, gravitational-wave data analysis, and cosmology. Applicants from all related areas will be considered | 3 years | Australia | From 1 April 2024 onwards (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | Paul.Lasky@monash.edu | https://careers.pageuppeople.com/513/cw/en/job/656669/research-fellow-in-gravitationalwave-astronomy | Yes | |||||||||
9 | Riccardo Sturani | IFT-UNESP | PostDoc | Post-doc in amplitude/effective field theory methods applied to the two-body problem in General Relativity | 2+1 year | Brazil | Any time in 2024, flexible | 31/12/2023 | CV, research statement and 3 letter of recommendations to be uploaded to a website | PhD at the time of start of the post-doc | riccardo.sturani@unesp.br | https://www.ictp-saifr.org/postdoctoral/ | Yes | |||||||
10 | Macarena Lagos | Andres Bello University | PostDoc | The successful candidate will work with Prof. Macarena Lagos on using multi-messenger observations to test gravity. There will be plenty of freedom to also pursue their own research topics. | 2 years | Chile | Fall 2024 (flexible) | 31/12/2023 | Interested candidates should send a CV with a publication list, a research statement (maximum 3 pages), and the contact information for 3 reference letters. Please email the application, and any questions, to macarena.lagos.u@unab.cl. | PhD in Physics or Astrphysics | macarena.lagos.u@unab.cl | No | ||||||||
11 | Xingjiang Zhu | Beijing Normal University | Permanent | Beijing Normal University is one of the top universities in China. Its astronomy department is the second oldest in mainland China, with a proud tradition of excellence in education, research and outreach. There are multiple faculty and postdoc positions in gravitational waves, pulsars, time-domain astronomy, and cosmology. We look for highly motivated scholars to join us at the Laboratory of Gravitational Waves and Cosmology, Advanced Institute of Natural Sciences, in the beautiful Zhuhai campus of Beijing Normal University. (Note that Zhuhai is frequently voted as the most livable city in China.) For exceptional applicants, there's no restriction in research areas and it's expected that an independent research group will be established. There are also ample opportunities to apply for talents programs at the national and provincial level. All positions are genuine and come with internationally competitive salary, startup funding and subsidized housing. | 3 | China | 2023 March (flexible) | 31/01/2023 | Please send your CV to contact person to start the application process | PhD degree in astronomy, physics and related fields | zhuxj@bnu.edu.cn | https://www.bnuzh.edu.cn/ | Yes | |||||||
12 | Yi-Ming Hu | Sun Yat-sen University | PostDoc | We are recruiting postdocs/research fellows working related to the field of gravitational wave astronomy and gravitational wave data analysis. The expected position would be concentrating on the TianQin mission and build more rigorous science cases study as well as develop reliable data analysis tools. | 2-3 years, with possible extension or even transition to permanent positions | China | Fall 2024, flexible | 24/02/2024 | Send CV+publication list+research statement to huyiming [at] sysu.edu.cn. Further materials (like reference letters) might also be needed upon later communications. | The applicants should hold a PhD degree in Physics/Astronomy or related fields by the time of arrival. This position does not support long-term remote work. | huyiming [at] sysu.edu.cn | https://tianqin.sysu.edu.cn/ | Yes | |||||||
13 | Jose Maria Ezquiaga | Niels Bohr Institute | PostDoc | The Niels Bohr International Academy (NBIA) at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Physics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy. Postdoctoral fellows will be joining the group of Asst. Prof. Jose María Ezquiaga, the Gravitational Wave Explorers Team at the Strong group, funded by the VILLUM Young Investigator Grant “Exploring the Uncharted Universe with Gravitational Waves”. Positions will last for a fixed period of 2+1 years, and include generous funds for travel and computing. The starting date is negotiable. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all materials before December 1st, 2023. We seek highly motivated and outstanding individuals who could work at the interface between cosmology, fundamental physics, astrophysics and data analysis. The Gravitational Wave Explorers Team is part of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA Consortium. The team exploits observations of extreme gravitational systems like colliding black holes to open unique opportunities to measure the Universe’s expansion rate, map the unseen dark matter via lensing and test Einstein's gravity. All group members have access to some of the largest dedicated computer resources in Scandinavia, including a general-purpose cluster with more than 10,000 cores, a GPU cluster, a petabyte of storage, and dedicated data analysis servers. The Niels Bohr International Academy is a vibrant center for Gravitational Physics, with more than 40 researchers from junior to senior levels working on various topics related to gravity, black holes and gravitational waves, including the Strong and the Theoretical Astrophysics groups. NBIA has emerged as a highly active, inspirational and diverse research environment that further includes regular visitors, workshops, conferences, seminars, and in formal group meetings. Postdoctoral fellows at the NBIA receive a competitive salary (including pension) and funds for travel and computing. Copenhagen is a beautiful city with a large international community, a lively and diverse cultural scene, and a very high quality of life. The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes all qualified individuals regardless of personal background. For any inquiries, kindly send an email to jose.ezquiaga@nbi.ku.dk, with email subject "Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitational Wave Physics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy" | 2+1 | Denmark | September 2024 (Flexible) | 01/12/2023 | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25922 | PhD at the time of start | jose.ezquiaga@nbi.ku.dk | https://ezquiaga.github.io/group.html | Yes | |||||||
14 | Angélique Lartaux | IJCLab | PhD | Controlling suspended optical cavities for Advanced Virgo gravitational-wave detector | 3 years | France | 1st October 2024 | 01/04/2024 | angelique.lartaux@ijclab.in2p3.fr, vincent.loriette@ijclab.in2p3.fr and nicolas.leroy@ijclab.in2p3.fr | https://a2c.ijclab.in2p3.fr/en/phd-2024-2027-controlling-suspended-optical-cavities-for-advanced-virgo-gravitational-wave-detector/ | Yes | |||||||||
15 | Michele Mancarella | Aix-Marseille University | PostDoc | Two postdoctoral positions in gravitational-wave astronomy/cosmology | 2+1 | France | April-December 2024 (flexible) | 20/11/2023 | Send application materials (CV with list of publications, 2 pages research statement, >=2 recommendation letters sent separately) to mancarella@cpt.univ-mrs.fr | PhD in physics or related field, not obtained from Aix-Marseille University | mancarella@cpt.univ-mrs.fr | https://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~mancarella/ | Yes | |||||||
16 | Astrid Lamberts | Observatoire de la Cote d'Azur | PostDoc | 2 yr postdoctoral fellowship in any field of Earth and Space Science studied at the Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur, which includes GW. | 2 yr | France | Oct 2024, with flexibility | 15/12/2023 | see https://wordpress.com/page/astridlamberts.wordpress.com/177. The application needs to be done a sponsor from the Observatory, so reach out if you consider applying. | Anyone who has not worked at the Observatory before is eligible | astrid.lamberts@oca.eu | oca.eu (general webpage) | Maybe | |||||||
17 | Thomas Kupfer | University of Hamburg | 1 PhD position and 1 Postdoc position funded through the ERC grant CompactBINARIES and 1 additional Postdoc funded through my startup | The goal of the ERC is to find and study a statistical population of LISA detectable Galactic binaries. Both ERC positions (PhD + Postdoc) will focus on the discovery and characterization of LISA binaries. The other Postdoc is open topic and should complement the research in my group related to compact binaries or multimessenger studies | 3 years | Germany | flexible, the ERC positions as early as March 2024, the other Postdoc after June 1st 2024 | 01/12/2023 | Submission of a cover letter, CV and a research statement. Short listed candidates will be interviewed early 2024 | A PhD is required for the Postdoc positions, a Masters is required for the PhD position | thomas.kupfer@uni-hamburg.de | Contact me if you need the link for the positions | Yes | |||||||
18 | Waldemar Martens | European Space Agency | Internship | Parameter estimation for LISA data pre-processing | 6 months | Germany | 1. February 2024 earliest | 30/11/2023 | Via the ESA website (see link below) | Suitable candidates are in the final year of their studies (physics, engineering or other related disciplines) | waldemar.martens@esa.int | https://jobs.esa.int/job/Darmstadt-Intern-in-the-Flight-Dynamics-Division/998052601/ | Maybe | |||||||
19 | Michela Mapelli | Heidelberg University | PostDoc | Several PhD and postdoctoral positions in our new group. See https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/b412aa79 | 2+1 yr | Germany | flexible | 30/11/2023 | michela.mapelli@unipd.it | https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/b412aa79 | Maybe | |||||||||
20 | Ulrich Wittrock | Münster University of Applied Sciences | Permanent (tenure-track, tenured, ...) | Staff Scientist in the Field of Adaptive Optics | permanent | Germany | immediately, position is open until filled | 31/01/2024 | Mail to wittrock@fh-muenster.de | Solid expertise and hands-on experience in optics, mechanics, and electronics | wittrock@fh-muenster.de | https://www.fh-muenster.de/phy/labore/photonik/stellenangebote.php | ||||||||
21 | Maria Charisi | Institute of Astrophysics, FORTH/University of Crete | PostDoc | We invite applications for several post-doctoral positions broadly on supermassive black hole binary science, to work in Dr. Maria Charisi's group, funded by the ERC Starting Grant MMMonsters. MMMonsters aims to detect supermassive black hole binaries using electromagnetic (time-domain) and gravitational-wave (via pulsar timing array techniques) data and the combination of the two. Applicants with experience in observations or variability studies of quasars, big data and machine learning especially for time-domain astrophysics, as well as gravitational wave data analysis with PTAs/LISA are highly encouraged to apply. Candidates who can connect their previous research to the objectives of MMMonsters are also encouraged to apply. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities, and support a flexible and family-friendly work environment. | Postdoctoral researchers are appointed to one-year terms (renewable up to 3-4 years) upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds. | Greece | Summer 2024 (negotiable) | 15/12/2023 | see job ad https://www.ia.forth.gr/sites/default/files/erc_mmmonsters_positions.pdf | PhD in astronomy, physics or a related field by the time of the appointment. | maria.charisi@ia.forth.gr | Job ad https://www.ia.forth.gr/sites/default/files/erc_mmmonsters_positions.pdf | Maybe | |||||||
22 | Niels Warburton | University College Dublin | PostDoc | University College Dublin (Ireland) invites expressions of interest for a postdoctoral position in gravitational wave source modelling, with a focus on small mass-ratio binaries. The successful candidate will work with Dr Niels Warburton and be funded through a Royal Society – Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) grant. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in black hole perturbation theory and/or gravitational-wave data analysis for extreme mass-ratio inspirals, although we are open to all candidates with a strong background in gravitational-wave science. Candidates will have ample opportunities to collaborate with the broader Relativity Group at UCD, and will also be encouraged to pursue their own research topics. The appointment will be for two years. The salary will be at the level of an SFI New Post-Doctoral Researcher Level 2A – Point 1 (~ 43k EUR gross salary per annum) and comes with additional research and travel funds. The Relativity Group at UCD consists of 3 faculty members (Prof. Adrian Ottewill, Dr Barry Wardell, Dr Niels Warburton), 3 senior research fellows (Dr Sarp Akcay, Dr Christiana Pantelidou, Dr Chris Kavanagh), two postdoctoral fellows (Dr Gabriel Andres Piovano and Dr Brad Cownden) and 6 PhD students. Together they form a vibrant and friendly research group whose expertise include gravitational self-force calculations, numerical relativity, quantum fields on curved backgrounds, effective-one-body theory, and many other aspects of gravitational wave source modelling. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome expressions of interest from traditionally underrepresented groups. Successful candidates will have a PhD in Physics or related discipline, strong programming skills, and previous experience in gravitational wave source modelling. Applications should include a CV with a list of publications and a list of three reference letter writers, and a two-page statement covering research interests and plans. These should be sent by November 17th, 2023 using the linked web form. | 2 years | Ireland | Autumn 2024 (but can be flexible) | 17/11/2023 | Complete this form: https://forms.gle/yig6jREHN3n7Bqa1A | A PhD in theoretical or mathematical physics, with a focus on gravitational wave source modelling. | niels.warburton@ucd.ie | https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2023/10/11/postdoc-positions-in-gravitational-wave-source-modelling-at-university-college-dublin-ireland/ | Yes | |||||||
23 | Niels Warburton | University College Dublin | PostDoc | University College Dublin (Ireland) invites expressions of interest for a postdoctoral position in gravitational wave source modelling, with a focus on small mass-ratio binaries. The successful candidate will work with Dr Niels Warburton and be funded through a Royal Society – Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) grant. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in black hole perturbation theory and/or gravitational-wave data analysis for extreme mass-ratio inspirals, although we are open to all candidates with a strong background in gravitational-wave science. Candidates will have ample opportunities to collaborate with the broader Relativity Group at UCD, and will also be encouraged to pursue their own research topics. The appointment will be for two years. The salary will be at the level of an SFI New Post-Doctoral Researcher Level 2A – Point 1 (~ 43k EUR gross salary per annum) and comes with additional research and travel funds. The Relativity Group at UCD consists of 3 faculty members (Prof. Adrian Ottewill, Dr Barry Wardell, Dr Niels Warburton), 3 senior research fellows (Dr Sarp Akcay, Dr Christiana Pantelidou, Dr Chris Kavanagh), a postdoctoral fellow (Dr Gabriel Andres Piovano) and 6 PhD students. Together they form a vibrant and friendly research group whose expertise include gravitational self-force calculations, numerical relativity, quantum fields on curved backgrounds, effective-one-body theory, and many other aspects of gravitational wave source modelling. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome expressions of interest from traditionally underrepresented groups. Successful candidates will have a PhD in Physics or related discipline, strong programming skills, and previous experience in gravitational wave source modelling. Applications should include a CV with a list of publications and a list of three reference letter writers, and a two-page statement covering research interests and plans. These should be sent by November 17th, 2023 using the linked web form. | 2 years | Ireland | September 2024 (flexible) | 17/11/2023 | Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/yig6jREHN3n7Bqa1A | PhD in Theoretical/Mathematical Physics of equivalent | niels.warburton@ucd.ie | Maybe | ||||||||
24 | Davide Gerosa | University of Milano-Bicocca (Italy) | PostDoc | Multiple postdoc positions in gravitational-wave astronomy | 2+1 years | Italy | Flexible | 15/11/2023 | https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2023/09/17/postdoc-positions-in-gravitational-wave-astronomy-at-milano-bicocca-italy | PhD | davide.gerosa@unimib.it | https://davidegerosa.com/group/ | Yes | |||||||
25 | Antonio Perreca | University of Trento | PostDoc | “Development of an experimental setup to sense and correct the mode-matching between a laser and a linear optical cavity” in the framework of both Einstein Telescope and Virgo collaborations. Her/his experimental activity will be addressing new techniques to increase the sensitivity of the current and the next generation of gravitational wave detectors. Losses due to mode-matching and astigmatism between laser and optical cavities are a limiting factor for the next generation of gravitational wave detectors. To scale down these limitations, innovative sensing systems and adaptive optics will be explored. The first will be used to measure the optical losses due to mode matching and astigmatism and the second to reduce the same losses by correcting the light beam parameters. She/he will take advantage of the new laboratory for Interferometry and Quantum Optics dedicated to R&Ds for Virgo and ET. | 1 year + 1 year | Italy | 15th of January (flexible) | 01/12/2023 | CV and interview | PhD in experimental physics (or related sector to the subject) | antonio.perreca@unitn.it | https://lavoraconnoi.unitn.it/en/research-contracts/department-physics-call-selections-awarding-no-1-research-fellowship-project-prin-2022-cup-0 | Maybe | |||||||
26 | Davide Gerosa | University of Milano-Bicocca | PostDoc | Postdoc positions in gravitational-wave astronomy | 2+1 years | Italy | Flexible | 15/11/2023 | https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2023/09/17/postdoc-positions-in-gravitational-wave-astronomy-at-milano-bicocca-italy/ | PhD, previous experience in GW (astro)physics | davide.gerosa@unimib.it | https://davidegerosa.com/group/ | Maybe | |||||||
27 | Delphine Perrodin | INAF - Osservatorio Astronomico di Cagliari | PostDoc | We have 2 postdoc openings in the field of Pulsar Timing Arrays (PTAs). The newly hires will work as part of the European Pulsar Timing Array collaboration as well as the International Pulsar Timing Array. Candidates with a wide range of expertise are welcome to apply, for example: data acquisition systems for pulsar observations at radio telescopes; reduction and analysis of pulsar timing data; mitigation of interstellar medium effects and/or solar wind; noise analysis of PTA data; gravitational wave searches; cosmological backgrounds or modified gravity. | 2 years | Italy | Between March and May 2024 | 15/01/2024 | The official application procedure will be published in December. In the meantime, please send your CV and a brief research statement to Delphine Perrodin (delphine.perrodin@inaf.it) to express your interest. | PhD in physics or astrophysics | delphine.perrodin@inaf.it | Yes | ||||||||
28 | Agata Trovato | University of Trieste | PostDoc | The first year teh candidate is expected to develop a desktop App to allow users to easily download LVK public data and apply a minimal processing, so it’s conceived within the GWOSC group. In the second year the candiate is expected to still work of GW data analysis exploiting HPC resources. | 2 years | Italy | Around Jan 2024 | 07/12/2023 | Follow the procedure on https://web.units.it/node/50517/assegno/pub | PhD title or in the process of obtaining it | agata.trovato@units.it | https://web.units.it/node/50517/assegno/pub | Maybe | |||||||
29 | Agata Trovato | University of Trieste | PostDoc | The candidate is expected to study Physically Informed Neural Networks and explore the possible application to GW parameter estimation. | 2 years | Italy | Aorund Jan 2024 | 07/12/2024 | https://web.units.it/node/50518/assegno/pub | PhD or in the process of obtaining it | agata.trovato@units.it | https://web.units.it/node/50518/assegno/pub | Maybe | |||||||
30 | Massimiliano Razzano | University of Pisa | PostDoc | Machine Learning to study the GW detector response | 1 year renewable | Italy | Early 2024 | 31/01/2024 | Official call will be published soon | PhD in physics or astrophysics | massimiliano.razzano@unipi.it | |||||||||
31 | Francesco Fidecaro | University of Pisa | PostDoc | Seismic Attenuation system for gravitational wave detectors | 1 year renewable | Italy | Early 2024 | 31/01/2024 | Official call will be published soon | PhD in physics or astrophysics | francesco.fidecaro@unipi.it | |||||||||
32 | Caterina Tiburzi | INAF-OAC | PostDoc | The candidate will work on two main kinds of studies: a) The turbulence in the ionised interstellar medium studied through pulsar observations, and the improvement of the sensitivity of Pulsar Timing Array experiments. b) The single pulses from pulsars, and their connection with Fast Radio Bursts. The aforementioned analyses will be carried out using data collected at low radio frequencies with the European interferometer LOFAR. | 2 years | Italy | Spring 2024 | 31/01/2024 | caterina.tiburzi@inaf.it | |||||||||||
33 | Andreas Freise | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Nikhef | PostDoc | Nikhef, the National Institute for Subatomic Physics in The Netherlands, is looking to recruit a postdoctoral researcher for modelling the Virgo interferometer. The position is for two years. In this project, we will pursue the challenging task of simulating AdvancedVirgo’s optical behaviour during the O4 observation run, and prepare easy-to-access models anticipating the transition to the next phase of the AdvancedVirgo hardware upgrade. For this task we are looking for a hands-on post-doc in the interferometer simulation team. The succesful candidate would work directly with the colleagues of the Nikhef Gravitational Waves team in Amsterdam and Maastricht. | 2 years | Netherlands | early 2024 (flexible) | 19/01/2024 | `Apply online at Nikhef. Feel free to contact us for more information. | A PhD in Physics or Engineering, excellent analysis skills, and an analytical mind-set are all required. You must also have good communication skills, including written English language proficiency. You must be capable of independent research that can integrate with the needs of a large research team. A collaborative attitude is strongly desired. Very good programming skills and demonstrated experience with modelling complex interferometers (ideally in the gravitational wave context) are required. | a.freise@nikhef.nl | https://www.nikhef.nl/en/vacancies/ | Yes | |||||||
34 | Alvin Chua | National University of Singapore | PostDoc | Postdoctoral fellowship in gravitational waves | 1+1+1 | Singapore | As early as June 2024 | 31/12/2023 | alvincjk@nus.edu.sg | https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2023/10/12/postdoctoral-fellowship-in-gravitational-waves-at-nus/ | No | |||||||||
35 | Diego Blas | IFAE | PhD | To be defined. To work on GWs on quantum systems | 4 years | Spain | Flexible | 31/12/2023 | TBD | TBD | dblas@ifae.es | https://inspirehep.net/jobs/2725787 | Yes | |||||||
36 | Diego Blas | IFAE | PostDoc | Postdoctoral Positions in Theoretical Particle Physics, Theoretical Cosmology/Gravitation | 2 years (or more) | Spain | Fall 2023 (flexible) | 31/12/2023 | https://inspirehep.net/jobs/2712900 | https://inspirehep.net/jobs/2712900 | Maybe | |||||||||
37 | Diego Blas | IFAE | PostDoc | PD to work on influence of GWs in astrophysical bodies, such as the moon, binaries, etc | 2-3 years | Spain | Flexible | 31/12/2023 | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/26313 | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/26313 | dblas@ifae.es | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/26313 | Yes | |||||||
38 | Sadakazu Haino | Academia Sinica, Institute of Physics (ASIoP) | Permanent | In AS IoP several senior people will retire in the coming years and I am looking for the potential candidates for the corresponding faculty position. Our director is supporting to have one from GW research, particularly working for KAGRA. | Tenure-track | Taiwan | Flexible | 31/12/2025 | No | |||||||||||
39 | Christopher Berry | University of Glasgow | PhD | A variety of PhD opportunities across gravitational-wave science, from instrumentation to astrophysics. See: https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/physics/research/groups/igr/phd/ | 3.5 years | UK | October 2024 (some flexibility possible) | 31/01/2024 | See https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/physics/research/groups/igr/phd/ The January deadline specified should cover most scholarships. Earlier and later deadlines may apply | Varying upon scholarship | Iain.Martin@glasgow.ac.uk | https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/physics/research/groups/igr/phd/ | Maybe | |||||||
40 | Oliver Gould | University of Nottingham | PostDoc | Postdoctoral research position in theoretical particle physics and cosmology, with a focus on cosmological phase transitions and their gravitational wave signals. | 3 years | UK | 01/10/2024 (flexible to start earlier) | 05/01/2024 | Please submit your application through the associated University of Nottingham link. Applicants should submit a CV, publications list (if not included in the CV) and research statement (up to 3 pages). | You will need to have, or be close to completion of, a PhD in physics or a related subject area, and have a track record of publishing and disseminating your work through conferences and seminars as appropriate to your career stage. | oliver.gould@nottingham.ac.uk | https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=SCI508923 | Yes | |||||||
41 | Stephen Fairhurst | Cardiff University | PostDoc | Three postdoctoral positions, at Birmingham, Cardiff, Southampton, in gravitational wave astronomy with the next generation gravitational wave observatories. | 2 years | UK | 1 October 2024. Some flexibility | 15/01/2024 | Advertisements for all three positions will appear in the next week or two and will be widely circulated. | PhD in physics/astronomy | fairhursts@cardiff.ac.uk | Yes | ||||||||
42 | Tessa Baker | Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG), University of Portsmouth | Two PDRA positions + 1 Fellowship + PhD positions | 1) Dennis Sciama Fellowship -- three-year senior research fellowship in any research area spanned by the ICG (GWs, Observational Cosmology, Theoretical Cosmology, Astrophysics), cross-sectional interests also welcome. 2) Postdoctoral research fellow in GW Cosmology with Tessa Baker (2 years, extension possible subject to funding) 3) Postdoctoral research fellow in GW Astronomy with Ian Harry (3 years) 4) PhD positions at the ICG (normally 3.5 yrs), closing date 31st Jan 2024. | 2/3/5 years -- see above | United Kingdom | July - Oct 2024 | 15/01/2024 | Varies by position | Varies by position | tessa.baker@port.ac.uk | tbc | Yes | |||||||
43 | Luke Zoltan Kelley | University of California at Berkeley | PhD | Students interested in pursuing a PhD in physics or astronomy should consider applying for the UC Berkeley Physics or Astronomy programs (note that students enrolled in either department are able to work with faculty members in the other program). A number of faculty work on gravitational wave related science. Luke Kelley is an assistant adjunct professor in the astronomy department working across the gravitational wave spectrum, and has a variety of possible projects for interested students relating to Pulsar Timing Arrays, LISA, LIGO/Virgo/KAGRA, and future ground-based observatories. | Typically 5-6 years | United States | September 2024 | 03/12/2023 | Online application | Undergraduate degree in astronomy, physics, or a related field, with some experience in research and programming. | lzkelley@berkeley.edu | No | ||||||||
44 | Emanuele Berti | Johns Hopkins University | PostDoc | Postdoctoral Fellowship in Physics and Astronomy | 3 years | United States | flexible | 01/12/2023 | Academic Jobs Online | PhD | berti@jhu.edu | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25522 | Yes | |||||||
45 | Surabhi Sachdev | Georgia Tech | PostDoc | Fixed term postdoc position: postdoc will work on early warning alerts for binary neutron star mergers, multi-messenger observations of binary mergers, searches and interpretation of gravitational wave transients with an emphasis on current or future gravitational-wave detectors. | 2 | United States | Summer 2024 | 15/11/2023 | Apply through https://hr.gatech.edu/careers with the Job ID 264008 | A Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field; a strong background in gravitational-wave data analysis and astrophysics, electromagnetic follow-up of gravitational-wave events, or numerical relativity; proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, as well as programming languages such as Python or C/C++; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work collaboratively within a large science collaboration | ssachdev38@gatech.edu | No | ||||||||
46 | Emanuele Berti | Johns Hopkins University | PostDoc | Miller/Sweeney/Davis postdoctoral fellowships | 3 years | United States | flexible | 01/12/2023 | Academic jobs online | PhD | pcarmen1@jhu.edu | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25522 | Yes | |||||||
47 | Joe Giaime | LIGO Livingston Observatory / Caltech | PostDoc | This is a postdoc related to the LIGO detector and instrument science. The LIGO Laboratory's overall postdoctoral Experiment/Experiment search is described here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22727 . And our overall data analysis postdoc search is here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25997 | 1-3 years | United States | flexible, but may begin in early 2024 | 08/12/2023 | (Note that the application deadline above is not strict; recruiting will likely continue after) Please see website for details on how to apply. | please see website for details. | giaime@caltech.edu | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22727 | Yes | |||||||
48 | Michael Landry | LIGO Hanford Observatory / Caltech | PostDoc | This is a postdoc related to the LIGO detector and instrument science. The LIGO Laboratory's overall postdoctoral Experiment/Experiment search is described here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22727 . And our overall data analysis postdoc search is here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25997 | 1-3 years | United States | flexible, but may begin in early 2024 | 08/12/2023 | (Note that the application deadline above is not strict; recruiting will likely continue after) Please see website for details on how to apply. | please see website for details. | mlandry@caltech.edu | https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22727 | Yes | |||||||
49 | Joseph Romano | University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | PostDoc | The South Texas Space Science Institute (STSSI) at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Brownsville announces the opening of a postdoctoral appointment in its STARGATE Space Technology Group 1 (SG1). This position will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority, and can last from 2 to 5 years. We are particularly interested in hiring creative and highly motivated candidates who are at ease working both collaboratively and independently in a vibrant, interdisciplinary and synergistic group. The STSSI, led by Joseph Romano, is an interdisciplinary institute with active research in various areas of Space and Astrophysical Science. The STARGATE SG1 group is specifically focused on experimental physics and technology development with space applications. Current areas of research include phased array development (with applications in spacecraft communication and radio astronomy); testing of materials, electronics, and systems in a simulated space environment; and laser systems for space communication, precision metrology, and gravity gradiometry (including applications for space and ground-based gravitational-wave detectors). The STARGATE project has extensive research equipment and facilities for electronics and antenna testing, printed circuit board fabrication, space environment simulation, rapid prototyping, and laser and optics research. | 2 to 5 years | United States of America | Immediate, but can be delayed if needed. | 30/11/2023 | To apply, please submit your application via our job portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/40579 Applicants will need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Please register an account with our job portal and fill in the contact information for the referees well before the deadline, so that reference letters can be received in time. Referees will receive an email with instructions on how to upload their letters. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is November 30, 2023, including reception of reference letters. Review of applications will start December 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. | Ph.D. in Physics or a related field, and a strong interest in leading research efforts in the Space Technology group and experimental physics. | joseph.romano@utrgv.edu | Yes | ||||||||
50 | Liliana Rivera Sandoval | UTRGV | Permanent | The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with an established research background in observational, theoretical, and/or computational astrophysics to start in fall 2024. The successful candidate is expected to actively contribute to and expand the current research activities at UTRGV in gravitational-wave astronomy, optical, and/or radio astronomy. | Tenure Track Assistant professor | USA | Fall 2024 | 30/11/2023 | See https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/40540 | The candidate should hold a PhD in Astronomy, Physics or related disciplines and a minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral experience. | liliana.riverasandoval@utrgv.edu | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/40540 | Yes | |||||||
51 | Paul Fulda | University of Florida | Permanent | Assistant Professor in experimental optics for GW detection | permanent | USA | August 2024 | 28/11/2023 | https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/529043/tenure-track-assistant-professor-experimental-optics-for-gravitational-wave-detection | PhD in physics or related field | paulfulda@ufl.edu | https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/529043/tenure-track-assistant-professor-experimental-optics-for-gravitational-wave-detection | Maybe | |||||||
52 | Jeffrey Hazboun | Oregon State University | Permanent | The Department of Physics at Oregon State University (OSU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position (Assistant Professor rank) in astrophysics. Candidates from all subfields of astrophysics and astronomy are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to applicants in the fields of gravitational-wave astrophysics, multi-messenger astronomy, and related areas. | Permanent | USA | September 2024 | 04/12/2023 | Apply through Job Link https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/145765 | PhD in Physics | xavier.siemens@oregonstate.edu | https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/145765 | No | |||||||
53 | Gaurav Khanna | University of Rhode Island | PhD | Multiple funded PhD positions are available at the University of Rhode Island gravity research group. | 5 years (typically) | USA | September 2024 | 01/02/2024 | https://web.uri.edu/physics/ph-d-in-physics/ | u2grc-faculty@googlegroups.com | https://web.uri.edu/gravity/phd-openings/ | Maybe | ||||||||
54 | Vijay Varma | University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth | PhD | https://web.uri.edu/gravity/phd-openings/ | 5-6 years | USA | Fall 2024 | 01/02/2024 | https://web.uri.edu/gravity/phd-openings/ | No | ||||||||||
55 | Neil Cornish | Montana State University | PostDoc | The Department of Physics at Montana State University invites applications for a 3-year postdoctoral position in Gravitational Wave Astronomy. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Neil Cornish and his group in the eXtreme Gravity Institute (www.montana.edu/xgi/) at Montana State University. Members of the eXtreme Gravity Institute include faculty members Hang Yu, Bennett Link, Amy Reines and Anne Lohfink. The position is NASA funded, with the goal of developing a comprehensive science analysis approach for the future Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA). Prof. Cornish is a member of the LISA, LIGO and NANOGrav collaborations, and opportunities will be available to conduct research across the gravitational wave spectrum. Montana State University is located in Bozeman, Montana, an awesome mountain town in the Rockies named in Time magazine’s World’s Greatest Places list for 2023. Bozeman is close to several world class ski resorts, and surrounded by mountains with abundant outdoor recreation possibilities. Screening of applicants will begin December 15 and continue until the position is filled. Full job listing details can be found at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/38342 | 3 Years | USA | Anytime in 2024 | 15/12/2023 | https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/38342 | PhD in Physics | ncornish@montana.edu | https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/38342 | Yes | |||||||
56 | Stephen Taylor | Vanderbilt University | PostDoc | NANOGrav & International Pulsar Timing Array Postdoctoral Scholarship in Gravitational Waves | 3 years (1+1+1) | USA | September 1, 2024 (some flexibility) | 10/12/2023 | https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/32c52907 | Yes | ||||||||||
57 | Tyson Littenberg | NASA MSFC | PostDoc | Development of L0.5 to L1 pipelines, instrument simulations, and interfaces with L1 to L2 pipelines | 2 years (+1 depending on available funding) | USA | No sooner than September 2024 | 01/03/2024 | Proposal submitted to NASA Postdoctoral Program | PhD completed at time of start date. | tyson.b.littenberg@nasa.gov, michael.l.katz@nasa.gov | Yes | ||||||||
58 | Carl Haster | University of Nevada, Las Vegas | PostDoc | The Nevada Center for Astrophysics (NCfA) within the Department of Physics and Astronomy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas will support one prize postdoctoral scholar position with a research focus on multi-messenger time-domain astrophysics. The scholar will carry out independent research, and is encouraged to collaborate with the NCfA faculty members as well as current NCfA fellows. Applicants for other research directions will be considered for grant-supported postdoctoral positions with NCfA faculty members. | 2 years (with possibility for an extension) | USA | Fall 2024 (some flexibility on specific starting date) | 08/01/2024 | Submit a letter of interest, a research proposal, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Application materials must include a 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae and publication list, 3) past and proposed research (four-page limit). Materials should be addressed to Dr. Carl-Johan Haster, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. Three recommendation letters should be sent directly to astro_postdoc_search@unlv.edu with the subject “AstroPostdocSearch_ApplicantLastName_RecommenderLastName”. For questions regarding the position, please send them to carl.haster@unlv.edu. | The candidate must have a PhD in physics or astronomy and will have a track record of publishing in the related research fields. | carl.haster@unlv.edu | https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNLV-External/job/UNLV1-Main-Campus-Las-Vegas/Postdoctoral-Scholar--Astrophysics--College-of-Science--R0139493-_R0139493-1 | Yes | |||||||
59 | B Sathyaprakash | Penn State | PostDoc | Gravitational-wave astronomy | 1 to 3 years | USA | March 2024 (flexible) | 15/12/2023 | Instructions at: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Postdoctoral---PAX-Group_REQ_0000050102-1 | PhD | bss25@psu.edu | https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Postdoctoral---PAX-Group_REQ_0000050102-1 | Yes | |||||||
60 | Vuk Mandic | University of Minnesota Twin Cities | PostDoc | The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in the field of gravitational wave searches with Profs. Michael Coughlin and Vuk Mandic. The appointment start date is flexible, but September 1, 2024, would be preferred. The appointment is for one year, with possibility of annual renewals depending on availability of funding. The research would focus on low-latency searches for gravitational waves and searches for a stochastic gravitational-wave background with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO), as well as on technology development for future interferometer generations. A background in gravitational-wave physics is not required. Primary duties include the following: 50%: Research in the development and application of algorithms for gravitational-wave data analysis. 20% Supervision of graduate students, technicians, and undergraduates participating in this research 20%: Communicate and coordinate with other personnel involved in the research, including those from non-computing disciplines. 10%: Research in a related discipline of interest to the post-doctoral fellow. Other duties of a similar scope as assigned. | One year, with possibility of annual renewals depending on availability of funding. | USA | Flexible, but September 1, 2024, would be preferred. | 15/01/2024 | Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, reference list with contact information, and a brief description of research interests, must be completed on-line by January 15, 2024: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/357785 In addition, applicants should have three letters of recommendation sent to Prof. Vuk Mandic via email (vuk@umn.edu) or mail: School of Physics and Astronomy University of Minnesota 116 Church Street S.E. Minneapolis, MN, 55455. | PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or other applicable discipline by beginning date of appointment. | vuk@umn.edu | https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/357785 | Yes | |||||||
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