澳洲斯威本科技大学2022年招聘博士后职位（天文观测/数据处理）

澳洲斯威本科技大学2022年招聘博士后职位（天文观测/数据处理）

Postdoctoral Researcher

Swinburne University of Technology

Description

A postdoctoral research position is available from 1st September 2022 to work within the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne. The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to the research of Professors Jean Brodie, Duncan Forbes and Warrick Couch.

In particular, the focus will be on the origins of Ultra Diffuse Galaxies (UDGs) in a range of environments. UDGs reveal a number of interesting properties, such as their dark matter halos and globular clusters systems, which will be the focus of the research direction. Past experience in stellar kinematics, stellar populations and/or globular cluster systems would be useful. Responsibilities may include observing preparation, observing with the Keck telescope, and subsequent data analysis. This may include spectroscopic, imaging and /or integral field unit data. Writing telescope proposals and journal papers is also expected. An exceptional candidate with a background in relevant galaxy simulations will also be considered. Opportunities will be available to present at conferences, supervise postgraduate students and to conduct independent research.

The position is for 2 years (with a 6 month probation period), with a possible extension to 3 years.

About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

Experience in astronomical observations, data handling and the analysis of spectroscopy and/or imaging;

Independent and collaborative research skills;

Strong record of research achievement with high-quality publications

Ability to work successfully as part of a team

Qualifications PhD in Astronomy or relevant field

To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing why you believe you are suitable for this position.

For further information about this role and to review the position description; please click 'apply' or click onto it at the bottom of the advert.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Applications Close: 5pm, Sunday 31st July 2022