PPCC 2022 - Postdoctoral position in Galactic archaeology and Local Group science
2022-05-03 9:30
Ref0100 / Deadline: June 3rd, 2022
Cerrado/ClosedOffer description
The "Centro de Estudios de Física del Cosmos de Aragón" (CEFCA) invites applications for a postdoctoral position starting as soon as possible. The position, with a duration of at least 2 years, is conceived within the framework of the Complementary Plans (Planes Complementarios) Programme 2022-2025 Astrophysics and High Energy Physics: “Tecnologías avanzadas para la exploración del universo y sus componentes”; an action of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (PRTR-C17.I1).
The successful applicant is expected to investigate the evolution and mass assembly of the Milky Way (MW) system through the study of its stellar populations using J-PLUS and J-PAS multi-filter photometry in combination with Gaia astrometry. This framework includes, but is not limited to, deriving star formation histories, studying globular clusters and dwarf galaxies in the Local Group, as well as searching and characterising stellar streams, with direct implications in understanding the nature of dark matter. Ideally, the applicant will show expertise in the techniques commonly used to analyse resolved stellar populations, e.g. PSF photometry, Color-Magnitude diagram fitting techniques, and knowledge about stellar evolution and kinematics. Knowledge on spectroscopic techniques and surveys will also be an asset.
CEFCA in a nutshell
CEFCA is a research institution located in Teruel, Spain, in charge of the operation, data management and scientific exploitation of the Observatorio Astrofísico de Javalambre (OAJ), an astronomical facility specifically suited for carrying out large astronomical surveys with very large field-of-view (FoV) telescopes: the 2.5m Javalambre Survey Telescope (JST250; 3deg diameter FoV) and the 83cm Javalambre Auxiliary Survey Telescope (JAST80; 2deg diameter FoV).
JST250 is equipped with JPCam, a ~1.2Mpix panoramic camera consisting of a mosaic of 14 CCDs of ~9.2k x 9.2kpix. The JPCam@JST250 system provides a 4.7 deg2 FoV and hosts a completely new set of 54 filters of ~140A width, covering the whole optical spectral range plus two broader filters at the blue and the red ends. The technical first light of JPCam@JST250 was achieved in June 2020. During the next years, JPCam@JST250 will be mostly devoted to carrying out the Javalambre Physics of the accelerating Universe Astrophysical Survey (J-PAS), which will produce photo-spectra of hundreds of millions of astronomical objects with a wide range of applications in Astrophysics and Cosmology.
JAST80 is equipped with the panoramic camera T80Cam, hosting one CCD identical to those in JPCam. The T80Cam@JAST80 system provides an effective FoV of 2 deg2. Since 2016, it is primarily devoted to conducting the Javalambre Photometric Local Universe Survey (J-PLUS), whose third data release, amounting ~3000 deg2 is expected in September 2022.
The OAJ is a Spanish ICTS (Unique Scientific and Technical Infrastructure). As such, CEFCA offers 20% of OAJ Open Time to competitive PI projects. In addition, CEFCA is a leading node of the Ground Segment OU-EXT of the ESA Euclid mission, JPCam@JST250 will conduct the Javalambre-Euclid Deep Imaging Survey in g-band (JEDIS-g) in the next years.
The OAJ data are reduced, calibrated and released by the Unit for Processing and Archiving Data (UPAD) at CEFCA. In addition, the data from the main CEFCA surveys like J-PAS and J-PLUS are validated and exploited at a scientific level by the members of the Research Area at CEFCA.
Valuable Knowledge and Experience
- Excellent research record in the topic of resolved stellar populations.
- Experience in the analysis of medium- and narrow-band photometry will be an asset.
- Expertise in the use and exploitation of large astronomical datasets.
Evaluation process
The committee, formed by several CEFCA members, will first evaluate the suitability of the candidates on the basis of their CVs, research statements and reference letters. The best candidates will be shortlisted for a final interview.
Being aware of the impact of family leaves on scientific careers (maternity, paternity, adoption, or leaves to take care of family members with serious health conditions), properly justified family leaves will be taken into consideration during the evaluation process.
Terms and conditions
| Education: | Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics/Astronomy or equivalent. |
| Languages: | Fluent in English |
| Work Place: | CEFCA Headquarters, Teruel, Spain |
| Contract Duration: | The appointment is for at least 2 years, with possible extensions subject to funding availability and the timescale of the project. |
| Deadline: | June 3rd, 2022, 14:00h CEST |
Applications: | In order to be considered, the applications should include: 1) a CV, 2) a research statement regarding resolved stellar populations in the Milky Way and the Local Group using J-PLUS and/or J-PAS and their possible synergies with other surveys, and 3) a minimum of two reference letters, to be submitted via email (Subject: "Ref.0100. Postdoc PPCC-MW”) to jobs@cefca.es by the aforementioned deadline. The letters should be directly submitted to the email address by the referees.
CEFCA is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity in its workplace. Applications of candidates from underrepresented social groups in our staff are welcome. CEFCA is committed to promoting gender parity among its staff. Hence, applications from women are strongly welcome. |
For further information, please contact:
C. López San Juan, clsj@cefca.es
Contrato financiado con el PRTR
El Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia del Gobierno traza la hoja de ruta para la modernización de la economía española, la recuperación del crecimiento económico y la creación de empleo, para la reconstrucción económica sólida, inclusiva y resiliente tras la crisis de la COVID, y para responder a los retos de la próxima década. Este Plan recibirá la financiación de los fondos Next Generation EU, entre ellos el Mecanismo de Recuperación y Resiliencia.
El componente 17 del Plan, denominado "Reforma institucional y fortalecimiento de las capacidades del sistema nacional de ciencia, tecnología e innovación", pretende reformar el Sistema Español de Ciencia, Tecnología y de Innovación (SECTI) para adecuarlo a los estándares internacionales y permitir el desarrollo de sus capacidades y recursos. Se propone utilizar los recursos públicos para realizar cambios rápidos que adapten y mejoren la eficacia, la coordinación y colaboración y transferencia entre los agentes del SECTI y la atracción del sector privado, con gran impacto en el corto plazo sobre la recuperación económica y social del país. El compromiso claro del país de incrementar y acelerar la inversión en I+D+I de forma sostenible a largo plazo, hasta alcanzar la media europea en 2027, requerirá cambios estructurales, estratégicos y de digitalización en el sistema para ser eficiente. En este componente se marca una orientación estratégica y coordinada que permitirá la inversión en áreas prioritarias de I+D+I y el incremento del volumen de ayudas públicas a la innovación empresarial, en particular a las PYMEs.
Concretamente, esta convocatoria está incluida dentro del área de interés científico-técnica “Astrofísica y Física de Altas Energías” de los Planes Complementarios de I+D+I con las comunidades autónomas. Estos planes permitirán establecer colaboraciones y alinear los esfuerzos de la administración central, las comunidades autónomas y los fondos europeos ante retos clave de nuestro país, respondiendo a los criterios de la UE para la aplicación de medidas transformadoras para nuestra economía en el Plan de Recuperación.
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