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Research Associate in Astrophysics, Greater London
Client:
Imperial College London
Location:
Greater London, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
9043ffb3a38a
Job Views:
7
Posted:
03.03.2025
Expiry Date:
17.04.2025
Job Description:
Applications are invited for a 2-year Research Associate position within Imperial Astrophysics in the Department of Physics at Imperial College London. We are seeking candidates with expertise in protoplanetary discs, with preference from a modelling and/or theoretical perspective; however, strong observational candidates will be considered.
Astrophysics at Imperial has a strong programme in solar and stellar physics, exoplanet physics, protoplanetary disc physics, and galactic and extragalactic star formation, involving observations, numerical simulations and theory. The Group further fosters collaborations with the solar system and planetary group to apply insights and models for solar system bodies to exoplanetary systems, and with the plasma physics group to model phenomena such as stellar jets and star-planet magnetic interactions. It also has an internationally recognised centre for astrostatistics, with emphasis on Bayesian analysis of large-scale astronomical surveys, cosmology and particle physics.
This position is supported by Dr James Owen's Leverhulme-funded project, "The chemical fingerprints of gas-giant formation around other stars", which aims to understand the origin and evolution of planetary systems; you will work in collaboration with PhD students at Imperial and in Leeds (under the supervision of Dr Richard Booth). You will be expected to help produce independent and original research, submit publications to refereed journals and support the activities of the research group. You will have the freedom to develop your own research program alongside other members of the exoplanet group and have access to Imperial's significant HPC resources.
You will join a vibrant, broad and growing exoplanet research group at Imperial with opportunities to collaborate not only with members of the exoplanet group but with other Imperial members with planetary interests. The main goal of the position is to model planet formation, with a particular focus on the observational signatures. One major area will be considering the formation of giant planet formation and how they impact the composition and dusty properties of the protoplanetary disc. Previous experience in any of these aspects would be beneficial for the position but is not mandatory.
Significant funding is available for travel, visitors and computing.
You will hold a PhD* in Astronomy, Planetary Science, or Physics or have an equivalent level of professional qualifications and experience.
You must also be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria:
* Relevant research experience in exoplanet science.
* Experience in carrying out research of high quality, independently and in a team, evidenced by a portfolio of high quality research publications.
In addition, knowledge and experience in the following areas would be desirable:
* Relevant research experience in modelling protoplanetary discs.
* Relevant research experience in astrophysical fluid dynamics.
* Relevant research experience in the chemistry of the planet-forming environment.
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity. Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading as well as opportunities for promotion and progression. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
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