Ph.D. Fellow: Theoretical Astroparticle Physics 882 views

Ph.D. Fellow: Theoretical Astroparticle Physics

Ph.D. fellow in Theoretical Astroparticle Physics at the Niels Bohr International Academy (NBIA). NBIA invites applications for a Ph.D. position in theoretical astroparticle physics commencing in fall 2019.

Overview: 

The NBIA is an independent center of excellence hosted by the Niels Bohr Institute (NBI) and functions as the primary center of fundamental research in the physical sciences and mathematics. The astroparticle physics group at NBI has broad interests at the interface between astrophysics, cosmology, and fundamental physics.

Lab is looking for exceptional candidates with good theoretical foundation who will conduct research in multi-messenger astrophysics with a focus on high-energy neutrino emission and its observation in present and future neutrino telescopes. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong analytical skills, who have previous experience in the modeling of high-energy neutrino sources and/or the statistical analysis of multi-messenger data. A close collaboration with the NBI IceCube group is also expected.

Principal supervisor:  Markus Ahlers (markus.ahlers@nbi.ku.dk)

Fellowship Details: 

The position is available for a three-year period and your key tasks as a Ph.D. student at SCIENCE are:

1. To manage and carry through your research project
2. Attend Ph.D. courses
3. Write scientific articles and your Ph.D. thesis
4. Teach and disseminate your research
5. To stay at an external research institution for a few months, preferably abroad
6. Work for the department

Application requirements:   

1. Applicants should hold an MSc degree in Physics with good results and good English skills.
2. As criteria for the assessment of your qualification emphasis will also be laid on previous publications (if any) and relevant work experience.

The starting salary is currently at a minimum DKK 322.642 including annual supplement (+ pension up to DKK 44.567). Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

Application procedure: 

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Required documents:   

1. Cover Letter, detailing your motivation and background for applying for this Ph.D. project.
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Diploma and transcripts of records (BSc and MSc)
4. Acceptance Letter for the relevant MSc Program at SCIENCE (if any)
5. Other information for consideration, e.g. list of publications (if any)
6. Full contact details (name, address, telephone & email) of 1-3 professional referees

Please, arrange for the reference letters to be sent directly to markus.ahlers@nbi.ku.dk before the deadline.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Deadline: June 12, 2019