Post-doctoral position in Galaxy Formation and Evolution
2019-09-20 8:15
Ref0074 / Deadline: October 18th, 2019. (14:00h CET)
Cerrado/ClosedOffer description
The "Centro de Estudios de Física del Cosmos de Aragón" (CEFCA) invites applications for a post-doctoral position starting as soon as possible. The position, with a duration of 2 years, is conceived within the framework of the Project "Galaxy Evolution and Observational Cosmology with J-PLUS and J-PAS surveys", which is funded for the 2019-2021 period by the MCIU/AEI/FEDER through the project code PGC2018-097585-B-C21 (P.Is. Carlos Hernández-Monteagudo & Carlos López-Sanjuan).
CEFCA is an independent research institute located in Teruel, Spain, focused in Cosmology, Galaxy Formation and Evolution, and the optimum exploitation of large multi-filter datasets such as J-PAS, J-PLUS and ALHAMBRA. CEFCA develops and operates the Observatorio Astrofísico de Javalambre, which is equipped with world-class survey telescopes.
The applicant will conduct research related to both integrated and resolved stellar population and/or star formation properties of galaxies, focusing on the multi-filter datasets J-PLUS and J-PAS, to derive stellar population parameters (age, metallicity, extinction, IMF) and/or star formation rates, study radial gradients, and explore environmental effects.Previous Experience
Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics/Astronomy or equivalent.
Expertise on stellar populations and/or star formation with photometric and/or spectroscopic data is encouraged.
Terms and conditions
| Languages: | Fluent in English |
| Work Place: | CEFCA Headquarters, Teruel, Spain |
| Contract Duration: | The appointment is for a period of 2 years. |
| Salary: | In the range 28.000,00 - 32.000,00 Eur/year (before taxes). It will commensurate with the level of experience of the candidate. |
| Deadline: | |
Applications: | In order to be considered, the applications should include: 1) a CV, 2) a statement of research interests regarding J-PLUS and J-PAS, and 3) a minimum of two reference letters,, to be submitted via email (Subject: "Ref.0074. Postdoc AYA18a") to jobs@cefca.es, by the above closing date.
CEFCA is an equal opportunity employer committed to increase the diversity in its workplace. Applications of candidates from underrepresented social groups in our staff are welcome. CEFCA is committed in promoting the gender parity among its staff. Hence, applications from women are strongly welcome. Being aware of the impact of family leaves (maternity, paternity, adoption, or leaves to take care of family members with serious health conditions) on scientific careers, properly justified family leaves will be taken into consideration during the evaluation process. |
For further information, please contact:
C. López San Juan, clsj@cefca.es
C. Hernández-Monteagudo, chm@cefca.es
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