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This page lists job opportunities at the graduate student level in the research areas of gravitational waves, experimental gravity, astrophysics, and related fields.The most recent additions appear at the top of the list.(Thus, the list is only very roughly in order of due date.)
If you know of a job opening that should be added to the list, please email it to the LSC Academic Advisory Council laac@ligo.org .
All applications received before 31 January 2019 will be considered. Applications must include:
Forwarded Message -------- Subject: 1 Postdoc and 1 PhD position in gravitational wave physics and modified gravity at Tuebingen, Germany ... The newly formed Emmy Noether research group at the University of Tuebingen, is seeking applications for 1 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD positions in gravitational wave physics and modified theories of gravity, starting in Fall 2019. The group is part of the Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at Tuebingen. Postdoctoral position - initially for two years with the possibility of further extension for one more year PhD position - duration up to three years Detailed information about the positions can be found at: --Postdoctoral position: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~doneva/Jobs/JobAnnouncement_Postdoc.pdf --PhD position: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~doneva/Jobs/JobAnnouncement_PhD.pdf The deadline for full consideration is February 15th, 2019, but applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The research focus of the successful applicants will be on testing strong-field regime of gravity with gravitational waves; models and dynamics of neutron stars and black holes in modified theories of gravity; numerical relativity. The topic of the Emmy Noether research group is on “Gravitational waves from compact objects – a tool for testing strong gravity and nuclear matter at extreme densities ” with a group leader Dr. Daniela Doneva. In a broader perspective, the activities of TAT group, led by Prof. Kostas Kokkotas, are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. The TAT group currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, three (3) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students. Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group can be found at https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/institute/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/ The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale. Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent via email to Dr. Daniela Doneva E-mail: daniela.doneva@uni-tuebingen.de The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified. Best regards, Daniela Doneva P.S. I apologize if you receive this message more than once.
committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek: andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de
Instituto Galego de Física de Altas Enerxías Departamento de Física de Partículas Universidade de Santiago de Compostela
please encourage your undergraduate and graduate students to apply for these internships; details at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Deadlines to Apply for NCSA Fellowships and Internships are approaching
The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois offers a number of undergraduate and graduate internship and HPC workforce-readiness programs. Undergraduate students, graduate students and faculty from institutions around the U.S. are invited to apply for these opportunities. Deadlines to apply for the opportunities highlighted below are quickly approaching. Apply today and gain access to world-class resources and mentorship at NCSA!
Blue Waters Graduate Fellowships
Blue Waters Graduate Fellowships provide PhD students with a year of support, including a $38,000 stipend, up to $12,000 in tuition allowance, an allocation of up to 50,000 node-hours on the powerful Blue Waters petascale computing system, and funds for travel to a Blue Waters Symposium to present research progress and results.
For the Fellowships, preference will be given to candidates engaged in multidisciplinary research projects that combine disciplines such as computer science, applied mathematics, and computational science applications. Applicants should be in the second or later year of their graduate program with a well-developed, related research proposal. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S. by the time of the application deadline (February 2nd, 2018).
Guidelines and application forms can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Blue Waters Student Internships
As part of the Blue Waters efforts to motivate and train the next generation of supercomputing researchers, the program is sponsoring about 20 undergraduate research interns each year. The goal is to engage undergraduate students in petascale computing research and development projects. The program provides each student a stipend totaling $5,000, a two-week intensive Petascale Institute, and an education allocation on the Blue Waters system. Select students will travel to the Blue Waters Symposium.
This program includes support for undergraduate internship activities at any accredited degree-granting institution in the U.S. We strongly encourage the participation of students who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences; including, but not limited to, women, minorities, and/or persons with disabilities. The internships awarded through this program may be for students working with a faculty mentor from their home institution, or at any other campus. Interested faculty can work with a particular student that they identify, or may select a qualified student with Blue Waters support through our program.
Applications are due February 2nd, 2018. Guidelines and application forms can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Blue Waters Faculty Mentor Program
We are seeking faculty to engage undergraduate students in the above mentioned year-long internship opportunities. Students in the internship program will gain experiences involving the application of HPC to problems in science, mathematics or engineering.
This program provides support for internship activities at any accredited degree-granting institution in the United States. Faculty who would like to mentor an undergraduate student should submit descriptions of available positions. Positions may be intended for a particular applicant or opened to all qualified applicants. Faculty are strongly encouraged to recruit students to apply for the positions they are submitting; students must submit an application for consideration. We strongly encourage participation by faculty and students who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences; including, but not limited to, women, minorities, and/or persons with disabilities.
Faculty may submit positions by January 15, 2018. Submission guidelines and materials can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Students Pushing Innovation (SPIN) Undergraduate Program
NCSA has a history of nurturing innovative concepts, and some of the best ideas have come from highly motivated, creative undergraduates. The SPIN (Students Pushing Innovation) internship program was launched to provide University of Illinois undergraduates with the opportunity to apply their skills to real challenges in high-performance computing, data analysis and visualization, cybersecurity, and other areas of interest to NCSA.
Applications are due on January 5th, 2018, and can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
REU-INCLUSION Program
Incubating a New Community of Leaders Using Software, Inclusion, Innovation, Interdisciplinary and OpeN -Science (INCLUSION) is a 10-week summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaigns National Center for Supercomputing Applications. INCLUSION is an opportunity for 10 undergraduate students from underrepresented communities and Minority Serving Institutions to work in pairs with pairs of mentors on interdisciplinary socially-impactful INCLUSION research projects that develop and use open source software (OSS).
Applications for the REU-INCLUSION Program are due on February 10th, 2018, and can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
XSEDE EMPOWER Program
An XSEDE-wide effort is underway to expand the community by recruiting and enabling a diverse group of students who have the skills - or are interested in acquiring the skills - to participate in the actual work of XSEDE. The name of this effort is XSEDE EMPOWER (Expert Mentoring Producing Opportunities for Work, Education, and Research).
We invite the whole XSEDE community - staff, researchers, and educators - to recruit and mentor undergraduate students to engage in a variety of XSEDE activities, such as computational and/or data analytics research and education in all fields of study, networking, system maintenance and support, and visualization. The program provides a stipend to students and resources for the training of those students who work on XSEDE projects for one semester, one quarter, one summer, or longer.
Students must be enrolled as an undergraduate at a US degree-granting institution through the duration of their participation. More information on requirements and various due dates can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Subject: ad for LSC
Date: November 29, 2017 at 11:33:14 PM GMT+1
The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division at the
Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (the Albert
Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of
several postdoc appointments and Ph.D. positions.
The postdoctoral positions will be available at different levels,
depending on experience and seniority, and can last for different
number of years.
This new division, led by Dr. Masaru Shibata, will be established
on January 1st 2018.
The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division will focus
on several research topics in general relativity and relativistic
astrophysics, including
(i) numerical relativity with matter, in particular,
neutrino-radiation-hydrodynamics, magneto-(radiation-)hydrodynamics,
and viscous-radiation-hydrodynamics, for mergers of neutron-star
binaries (binary neutron stars and black hole-neutron star binaries),
long-term evolution of the merger remnants, and stellar collapse
to a black hole and a neutron star,
(ii) modeling of gravitational waves from neutron-star binaries
based on numerical-relativity gravitational waveforms,
(iii) modeling of electromagnetic counterparts (macronovae/kilonovae,
short gamma-ray bursts, etc.) associated with neutron-star mergers,
including the studies of r-process nucleosynthesis,
(iv) studies of the formation processes for a variety of black holes
(stellar-mass, intermediate-mass, and supermassive black holes),
and gravitational-wave and electromagnetic signals associated
with the formation processes,
(v) studies of phenomena associated with supermassive black
holes, e.g., tidal disruption of stars by supermassive black holes
and emission of gravitational waves by EMRI,
(vi) numerical relativity beyond general relativity.
For more information, a list of required documentation,
and submission links to both postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions,
please go to: http://www.aei.mpg.de/2176900/nrjobs2018
The deadline for full consideration is January 15th, 2018.
The positions are available from August 2018, but may be earlier.
Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal
opportunity employer, and is committed to provide employment
opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or disability.
For further information please contact Dr. Masaru Shibata:
mshibata@yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp .
Subject: Applications now open at Perimeter
Date: November 16, 2017 at 7:35:12 AM CST
Perimeter Scholars International (PSI)
Each year, Canadas Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics recruits approximately 30 exceptional science graduates for an immersive, 10-month physics boot camp: Perimeter Scholars International (PSI) This unique Masters program seeks not only students with stellar undergraduate physics track records, but also those with diverse backgrounds, collaborative spirit, creativity, and other attributes that will set them apart as future innovators.
Features of the program include: Fully-funded program - removing financial and/or geographical barriers to entry. Students will be provided with: full tuition, accommodation, meals, living stipend, health insurance, book and materials, necessary IT equipment, and travel supplement. The PSI program will expose students to the full breadth of theoretical physics in courses taught by world-leading theoretical physicists - Perimeter researchers and visiting scientists. Collaboration is valued over competition; deep understanding and creativity are valued over rote learning and examination PSI recruits worldwide: 85 percent of students come from outside of Canada PSI takes calculated risks, seeking extraordinary talent who may have non-traditional academic backgrounds but have demonstrated exceptional scientific aptitudeApplications are due by February 1, 2018. Apply online.
I am the program director of IDEAS (http://www.ideas.ciera.northwestern.edu), a graduate-level data-science program at Northwestern University (funded as a National Science Foundation Research Traineeship; Vicky Kalogera is the PI). Were excited to spread the word about this program to undergraduate students who are now applying to graduate schools. This traineeship provides graduate students the opportunity to earn a certificate in Integrated Data Science, obtain training in programming and data visualization, and improve their oral and written communication skills. IDEAS provides one year of support to Northwestern PhD students who are pursuing research related to NSFs LIGO, LSST, and geo-science program Earthscope. We hope to help form a cohort of students who will work within and between disciplines to address the next generation of data-science questions. Please see our website (http://www.ideas.ciera.northwestern.edu) for more information.
The division, led by Dr. Alessandra Buonanno, is currently composed of 21 scientists, and one research group leader, Dr. Harald Pfeiffer. The division also hosts several long and short-term visitors.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave physics and astrophysics, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (effective field theory, post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical relativity, most notably simulations of binary black holes and binary neutron stars, (iii) interpretation and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors on the ground (LIGO and Virgo) and in space (LISA), (iv) astrophysics of compact objects, (v) cosmography with gravitational waves from binary systems, and (vi) tests of strong gravity within General Relativity and alternative gravity theories. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership, the LISA Consortium, and also participate in building the science case for third generation ground-based detectors (Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has two high-performance computer clusters (Minerva and Vulcan) to run numerical-relativity simulations, and to carry out source modelling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, the Humboldt University in Berlin, and the University of Potsdam.
For more information, a list of required documentation, and submission links to both postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions, please visit the job posting webpage.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and explanations on how to apply are summarized on the website.
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration for both Ph.D. and postdoctoral positions is, December 15, 2017. The positions are available as early as Spring 2018, but they can also start later, in Fall 2018. Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek: andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de
Subject: PhD position at Leibniz University of Hannover/AEI
Date: 2017-09-13 at 15:40:19 EDT
In the frame of the QUANOMET Research Initiative of the Ministry for Science and Culture in Lower Saxony, the Leibniz Universität Hannover invites applications for a PhD Student Position(Salary Scale 13 TV-L, 75 %)to be appointed as soon as possible. The position is initially limited until 31.10.2021, due to the funding period.The position is associated with the research group "Quantum optomechanics" within the Institutes for Theoretical Physics and for Gravitational Physics of the LUH led by Dr S. Danilishin. Research directions pursued by the group include theoretical studies of quantum effects in optomechanical systems, development of advanced quantum non-demolition (QND) measurement techniques for ultra-precise interferometric sensors, in particular, for the needs of gravitational-wave (GW) astronomy, and tests of foundations of quantum mechanics at macroscopic level with optomechanical devices.The group is working in the two main research directions: - Development of t!
he novel QND schemes of quantum noise suppression in the next generation GW detectors - Study of quantum correlations and quantum entanglement in macroscopic optomechanical systems RequirementsWe are pleased to invite candidates with an academic degree in physics. Good mathematical skills and proficiency with numerical and analytical software tools
(e.g. MATLAB, Mathematica, etc.) is expected from the candidate.
Experience in quantum optics and laser interferometry is helpful but not required.As an equal opportunities employer, Leibniz Universität Hannover intends to promote women in the context of statutory requirements. For this reason suitably qualified women are specifically invited to apply.Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preferential treatment.Please send your application until October 31, 2017 in electronic form toEmail: stefan.danilishin@aei.mpg.deGottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Institut für Gravitationsphysik
Herrn Dr. Stefan Danilishin Callinstraße 38
30167 Hannover If you need further information please contact Dr Stefan Danilishin, Institute for Theoretical Physics, Phone: +49 (0) 511 762-14674, Email: stefan.danilishinaei.mpg.de.Due to urgency, the review of applications will start immediately and will be continued until the final selection of applicant.
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Dr Stefan Danilishin,
Institut für Theoretische Physik / Institut für Gravitationsphysik
Leibniz Universität Hannover,
Callinstrasse 38, 30167 Hannover, Germany
Tel.: +49 0511 762 14674,
E-mail 1:
stefan.danilishin@aei.uni-hannover.de
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E-mail 2:
stefan.danilishin@itp.uni-hannover.de
Subject: PhD ad
Date: 2017-08-29 at 16:42:25 GMT+2
PhD opportunity in Seismology (Physics) for Gravitational Wave Detection
Institution: University of Western Australia, School of Physics and Astrophysics
Open Until: 2017-10-28
Applications and inquiries are invited from highly qualified and motivated students wishing to pursue a PhD degree in Seismological aspects of Gravitational Wave Detection. The successful PhD candidate will work on seismic array optimisation, data analysis, and modelling to improve the detection capabilities of the gravitational wave detector through active measurement and subtraction or feedback of seismic signals for noise suppression. Applicants should have a BS or MS degree in Geophysics, Physics, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics with strong computing skills.
The University of Western Australia is currently ranked #91 in the world, and located in beautiful Perth, Western Australia, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. The research group has access to the state of the art seismic instrumentation, and a world-class Top 50 high performance supercomputing facility. The project is collaborative with the University of Western Australia (Dr Saygin), the University of Texas at Dallas (Prof Lumley), and the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (Prof Blair).
For more information, please contact Prof. David Blair (david.blair<at>uwa.edu.au) or
Dr. Erdinc Saygin (erdinc.saygin<at>uwa.edu.au), along with:
A CV, including a list of any publications and relevant research or work
Academic transcripts, showing all courses taken and grades obtained
A sample of scientific/engineering software you have written
Your full contact details Names and contact details of three referees
Subject: Open PhD position at Hamburg University
Date: 2017-08-24 at 08:10:17 EDT
We are seeking a PhD student for experimental work on balanced homodyne detection in an opto-mechanical table-top setup.
This project is part of the European training network "Opto-Mechanical Technologies" (OMT) http://www.omt-etn.net .
Applicants need to have a Master of Science degree, less than 4 years of working experience after their master studies and need to have spent less than 12 months in Germany in the past 3 years.
More information can be found here:
http://photon.physnet.uni-hamburg.de/en/ilp/schnabel/open-positions1/
Please send your application to
roman.schnabel@physnet.uni-hamburg.de
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Professor Dr. Roman Schnabel
Institut für Laserphysik und
Zentrum für Optische Quantentechnologien
Universität Hamburg
Deadline to Remove: 2017-02-20
Job Summary: Summer of HPC is a PRACE programme that offers summer placements at HPC centres across Europe. Up to 21 top applicants from across Europe will be selected to participate. Participants will spend two months working on projects related to PRACE scientific or industrial work and ideally produce a visualisation or video of their results. The programme will run from July 1st, to August 31th 2017. At the end of the programme, two best participants will be awarded for their contribution there are awards for Best Visualisation and for HPC Ambassador. Flights, accommodation & a stipend will be provided to all successful applicants; all you need to bring is your interest in computing and some enthusiasm.
Job URL: "https://summerofhpc.prace-ri.eu/apply":https://summerofhpc.prace-ri.eu/apply
Job Location: Europe
Institution: Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE)
Requisition Number:
Posting Date: 2017-01-20
Job Posting Type: Graduate Fellowship
Please visit "http://hpcuniversity.org/careers/":http://hpcuniversity.org/careers/ to view this job on HPCU.
Please contact "jobs@hpcuniversity.org":mailto:jobs@hpcuniversity.org with questions.
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Perimeter Institute
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Perimeter Scholars International (PSI) is now accepting applications for Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics' unique 10-month Master's program.
Features of the program include:
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astrophysics, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors, (iv) astrophysics of compact objects and (v) tests of General Relativity. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They can also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the LISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research at the division also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates and students interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, the Humboldt University in Berlin, and the University of Potsdam.
To apply for a Ph.D. or postdoctoral position at the AEI please go to: www.aei.mpg.de/gwjobs2017 and fill out the application form.
Required application documents: A curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de ).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and instructions on how to apply can be found at www.aei.mpg.de/maxplanckfellowships
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration for both Ph.D. and postdoctoral positions is January 8th, 2017.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek ( andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de ).
Norna A Robertson
nroberts@ligo.caltech.edu
Dear colleagues
This a reminder about the LIGO visitors program. Specifically this is a reminder about upcoming deadlines.
Faculty and senior staff: applications by 1st October 2016 for visits during the following calendar year (2017).
Postdocs and graduate students: applications by 1st October 2016 for visits starting on or after 1 Jan 2017. Further calls for applications will take place at 3 month intervals.
Applications for short visits from all levels can be made at any time.
Further details including application forms can be found at our website
https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/visitor-program
More details can be found on
* post doc: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1919706/post-doc-mprg-hannover
* PhD student: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1922169/phd-student-position-in-gravitational-wave-astronomy
The initial appointment for the postdoc will be for one year, renewable to two years and possibly longer depending on funding and performance. The postdoc position is available immediately.
The UWA PhD program application information can be found in http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/future-students/postgrad/international for international students, and in http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/future-students/postgrad/domestic for Australian students.
We are looking for highly motivated applicants with interest in gravitational wave search pipeline development and its applications to searches for gravitational wave signals on LIGO/VIRGO detector data.For the postdoc position: experience with signal processing is essential. Hands on skills on programming with Python, C/C++ are desirable. Experience with programming on Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) is a plus. The postdoc will have opportunities to develop their own research programs and obtain future funding support through competitive funding programs in Australia.
Informal enquiries of both the postdoc or PhD position can be made to Prof. Linqing Wen by email at linqing.wen AT uwa.edu.au. For the postdoc position, a complete application should include a CV including a list of publications, a statement of research interests, and names and contact information of at least three references.
Apply for an Internship
To see available internship projects and to apply, see the online applications. Note that the application allows you to identify a specific faculty mentor; students who have taken the initiative to arrange an internship with a faculty member are more likely to be selected for this program.
Applications must be submitted by Feb. 1, 2016, and notifications will be made by March 1, 2016.
Interns will participate in the two-week Petascale Institute in late May 2016 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Students are expected to begin their projects after the workshop and to work full time during the summer, continuing the projects as their schedules allow during the academic year. Interns must submit a final paper or poster on their project; select interns will present their projects at the 2017 Blue Waters Symposium. Internships will conclude by May 31, 2017.
from gravitational-wave detectors, and (iv) astrophysics of compact objects. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They could also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the eLISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research at the division also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Dr. Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates and students interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, and the Joint Space-Science Institute.
To apply for a postdoctoral position please fill out this form
http://www.aei.mpg.de/1795408/gwpostdocjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and explanations on how to apply are summarized here http://www.aei.mpg.de/maxplanckfellowships If you are interested in doing a Ph.D. at the AEI please fill out this form
http://www.aei.mpg.de/1795440/gwstudentjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
Contact:
Mrs. Ute Schlichting
Max-Planck-Institut fuer Gravitationsphysik
Albert-Einstein-Institut
Am Muehlenberg 1 Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 3, 2016. The search will continue until positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please send an email to Ute Schlichting (<ute.schlichting@aei.mpg.de>).
The programs provide physics Ph.D. students and postdocs with travel funds to pursue opportunities such as attending a summer school or working temporarily in a laboratory. Professors can apply to teach a short course or give a lecture series in physics. The application deadline is November 2, 2015.
Specifically, APS is accepting proposals for the U.S.-India Travel Grant Program from applicants in the United States and India. This program is sponsored with the Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF).
APS is accepting proposals from applicants at U.S. institutions for the Brazil-U.S. Exchange Program, which is sponsored with the Sociedade Brasileira de Física.
Applications and any inquiries can be directed to Michele Irwin in the APS Office of International Affairs at irwin@aps.org.
Dr. Michele Punturo Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare (INFN)- Sez. di Perugia - Italy European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) Virgo experiment: http://www.virgo.infn.it/ ET project: http://www.et-gw.eu/ ELiTES FP7 project: http://www.et-gw.eu/descriptionelites GraWIToN FP7project: http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/ phone (INFN): +39 075 585 2747 phone (EGO): +39 050 752 334 skype: punturo Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/michele-punturo/63/a61/b06/en
This project is hosted by the Astrophysics and Space Research group within the framework of the National Quantum Technology Hub led by Professor Kai Bongs. The Quantum Hub targets cutting-edge interdisciplinary research of cold atom and optical physics as well as various engineering pushing the frontier of quantum sensing and metrology technologies in collaboration with over 70 industry partners.
In the last decade the field of atom interferometry has come of age. Advances and miniaturisation of laser cooling and trapping methods (Nobel Prize 1997), that are used to prepare atoms and ions in a well-controlled state, have allowed the development of numerous forms of cold-atom sensor. The mission of the Quantum Hub is to take this laboratory-tested corner stone of quantum mechanics and develop prototypes for marketable devices that out-perform conventional sensors. We are also developing new interferometric sensors for precision measurements, for example, a cold-atom based quantum sensor for precision measurements of gravity, laser interferometers for the detection of gravitational waves, and cold-atom based rotation sensors for inertial navigation systems.
The aim of this project is to develop a new numerical modelling tool for the design and evaluation of precision instruments at the quantum level. In particular, we will integrate a model for cold-atom based sensors within our existing numerical simulation framework. The models will be developed in tandem with experimental efforts both in our own group and with our partners in the Quantum Hub. We will collaborate closely with industrial partners to create a commercial sensor.
Our group has significant experience in experimental physics and a successful track record in developing and maintaining one of the main software tools in the field, Finesse. The laser interferometers in current gravitational-wave detectors are the most sensitive interferometric length sensors ever built. Their sensitivity is limited by fundamental noise, such as the quantum fluctuations of the laser light itself. However, even quantum fluctuations can be reduced with new quantum optics techniques. These techniques often rely on very high laser powers at that change the behaviour of an interferometer through radiation pressure effects on the optical components. This is a new regime of interferometry that we are only now are beginning to explore.
We continue to develop new numerical algorithms to study the such systems, in particular their quantum behaviour, the dynamic opto-mechanical coupling and the limiting noise sources. This project will provide an interesting mix of theoretical quantum physics, numerical modelling of physical systems for the design of optical and atom interferometers, and testing the results with world-leading experiments.
This position is available now for candidates from the UK or EU. For more information, please contact Andreas Freise at adf@star.sr.bham.ac.uk.
References:
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/quantum/
http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/
http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse/
The PhD degree will be released jointly with prestigious educational institutions such as the post-graduate School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) of Trieste (for Astroparticle Physics and Mathematics), the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna of Pisa (for Urban Studies) and the institute for advanced studies Institutions Markets Technologies (IMT) of Lucca (for Computer Science).
You can find details on the application procedure and on the research activities in the attached file and on the web page atwww.gssi.infn.it What we offer to our students
We want our students get the best possible experience during their time at the Gran Sasso Science Institute. We provide them free housing plus the standard three years PhD grant. Meals expenses will be covered with luncheon vouchers, and other recreational and cultural services will be offered. The GSSI is a project supported by the Organization for Cooperation and Economic Development (OECD).
For more information please visit our web site www.gssi.infn.it or contact the School secretary atinfo@gssi.infn.it
The poster is available here:https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33139625/GSSI_A4_2015.pdf
I am writing to ask if you could circulate the following link to the LSC regarding a PhD opportunity in seismic isolation at the University of Brussels (ULB):
http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess/index.cfm/jobs/jobDetails/33985148
Many thanks !
Christophe
TTU gravity is part of the astronomy group, which started within the Physics Department in January 2013 as part of TTU's ongoing drive to enhance its research profile. The other astronomy faculty include Thomas Maccarone and David Sand, both having research overlap with gravity via compact objects, extreme astrophysics, and transient electromagnetic astronomy. TTU is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, and the astronomy group maintains strong collaborations with gravity and astronomy groups at many other institutions.
More information on the TTU physics department is available at http://www.phys.ttu.edu. The graduate application process is described at http://www.phys.ttu.edu/grad_step_by_step.html. The deadline for applications for Fall 2015 is February 1, 2015, so apply soon!
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astronomy, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors, and (iv) astrophysics of compact objects. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They could also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the eLISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Dr. Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, and the Joint Space-Science Institute.
To apply for a postdoctoral position please fill out this form:http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629128/gwpostdocjpobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
If you are interested in doing a Ph.D. at the AEI please fill out this form: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629215/gwstudentjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
Contact:
Mrs. Ute Schlichting
Max-Planck-Institut fuer Gravitationsphysik
Albert-Einstein-Institut
Am Muehlenberg 1
D-14476 Golm
Germany
email: gwjobs@aei.mpg.de
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 4, 2015. The search will continue until positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please send an email to Alessandra Buonanno (alessandra.buonanno@aei.mpg.de) (See also http://www.aei.mpg.de/jobs/gwjobs2015)
David Blair
Winthrop Professor
Director, Australian International Gravitational Research Centre (WA Government Centre of Excellence)
david.blair@uwa.edu.au
david.gerald.blair@gmail.com
We welcome applications to the PhD Programme in Physics at Trento University, Italy, both on experimental gravitation and on other research topics of interest to the Physics Department at Trento. Trento University is ranked among the top Italian Universities by third institutions since many years.
The deadline for the on-line application procedure is September 11, 2014. Applications are also accepted from students expecting to complete their M.Sc. degree by October 31, 2014. Referees indicated by applicants will be asked to send their support letters by September 16. Applicants passing the assessment of qualifications will be interviewed starting from September 29; applicants may ask for a remote interview.
Link to PhD selection procedure:
http://web.unitn.it/en/drphys/8892/selection-admission
Poster of the PhD call:
http://web.unitn.it/files/download/8892/call_30cycle_phd_physics_univ_trento.pdf
For information please contact Giovanni Prodi, giovannniandrea.prodi@unitn.it, Head of the Doctoral School in Physics at Trento and responsible of the local Virgo Collaboration group.
Our group comprises researchers from University of Trento, INFN Padova and CNR-FBK Trento. Our main research topics on gravitational wave searches are known in our community:
- squeezed-light sensitivity enhancement for Advanced Virgo (most recent activity)
- data analysis for transient signal searches in LIGO-Virgo data (main pipeline for all-sky burst group searches, glitch rejection, localization of the source and signal waveform reconstruction). In addition, we are investigating effects predicted by quantum gravity models at the Planck scale [1] as well as ponderomotive squeezing of light and coupling of squeezed light with mechanical degrees of freedom. These activities are based on opto-mechanical experiments using original micro-opto-mechanical-systems [2]. All the research topics will involve active collaboration of the successful PhD applicant with other leading groups in the related field.
We would be grateful if you can circulate this announcement to interested people.
Sincerely yours,
Giovanni Andrea Prodi and Jean-Pierre Zendri
[1] Nature Physics 9, 7173 (2013)
[2] Ann. Phys. (2014)
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/andp.201400093/abstract
Multi-Messenger Analysis and Data Analysis Workflow.
The Multi-Messenger program will be mainly developed in the INFN group of Urbino/Firenze and will concentrate on the interconnections between EM and GW astronomy, especially for signals coming from compact coalescing binaries. The main focus will be on low latency GW observations and how to use the EM-GW messengers to perform a combined analysis. The work will rely on the analysis of real GW-EM data. The group is very active in the EM-GW multi-messenger approach and it is currently composed by GW scientists and GRB astronomers.
The Data Analysis workflow program will be mainly developed in the INFN group of Genova. The program is connected to the software and hardware implementation for DA analysis,
and thus concentrate on software modularity and re-usability, implementation of DA workflow (cross-platform and grid enabled) and application to multimessenger data exchange.
For more information: http://www.gssi.infn.it/index.php/en/announcements-all/1044-call-for-3-early-stage-researcher-fellowships-at-infn and http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/Best regards
Gianluca
For more information:
http://www.df.unipi.it/content/news/140531/marie-sk%C5%82odowskacurie-actions-phd-student-position
http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess/index.cfm/jobs/fgDetails/69163
and
http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/
We are seeking applications for a new postdoc to work with us on the successful realisation of our ambitious speedmeter proof-of-principle experiment (<a href="http://www.speed-meter.eu/" target="_blank">www.speed-meter.eu</a>). The position will be for a duration of 2 years initially, and the starting salary will range depending on experience of the candidate from £26,527 to £36,661. The closing date for applications the 27th of July.
To see full details of the position and apply please go here: <a href="http://bit.ly/1iB35Tu" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1iB35Tu</a>
For any questions please feel free to contact Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>)
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II) PhD position on interferometry with back-action noise evasion
The goal of this ERC project is the design, construction and operation the world's first Sagnac speedmeter. In a regime which is dominated by radiation pressure forces, with our experiment we will demonstrate that a measurement precision beyond the conventional back-action noise level is possible. To enter this regime, top-notch ultra-high precision laser interferometry techniques will be combined to create a challenging and scientifically highly rewarding experiment. Within this experiment, potential fields of work for the prospective PhD student include such diverse topics as monolithic mirror suspensions, high-finesse optical cavities, low-noise analogue electronics, digital control and modelling of opto-mechanical systems.
This studentship includes 3 years of salary and covers tuition fees. The student will be able to profit from a wide range of integrated high-class research and teaching activities carried out at the University of Glasgow, from the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance (SUPA) and our international collaborators.
Closing date for applications is the 20th of July 2014. Please send your application letter and CV to Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>)
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III) Interdisciplinary PhD studentship position on interferometric methods for measuring climate change induced stone decay of historic buildings
This studentship, titled "Sensing and understanding the resilience of sandstones", is funded by 'Historic Scotland' to investigate the decay of historic sandstone buildings caused by climate change and acid rain. One core aspect of this project will be to monitor the stone decay on microscopical scales in real time using laser interferometry. The student will work in a highly interdisciplinary environment, with supervisors from the School of Geographical and Earth Sciences, the School of Physics and the School of Engineering at the University of Glasgow. The studentship will cover tuition fees and salary for 3 years. If you are interested in this position please contact Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>) before the end of July 2014.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Andreas Freise (<a href="mailto:a.freise@bham.ac.uk" target="_blank">a.freise@bham.ac.uk</a>) and Ilya Mandel (<a href="mailto:imandel@star.sr.bham.ac.uk" target="_blank">imandel@star.sr.bham.ac.uk</a>). For information about our group, see <a href="http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/" target="_blank">http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/</a>.
To download the details and submit an electronic application online, please go to <a href="http://www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs</a> and quote the Job References 52271 or 52272.
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Project 52271
Title: Computational modelling of advanced laser-interferometric gravitational wave detectors
Our research group at the University of Birmingham specialises in precision measurements with laser interferometers. We have leading roles in the optical design of large international projects and do tests of new optical technologies in our own laboratory experiments with small prototype laser interferometers. The largest and most precise laser interferometers today are ground-based gravitational wave detectors. The most advanced of these machines, Advanced LIGO, will start operation in 2015. Our group is involved with the installation of the instrument, using numerical simulations to understand unexpected problems with the optics. At the same time we are investigating new optical technologies for future detectors such as the Einstein Telescope. Our group investigates new optical designs to mitigate the effects of beam shape changes, and the quantum optical coupling between the light and the optics. We develop and provide one of the main simulation packages for the international science community<a href="http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse" target="_blank">http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse</a>.
The specific objective of this project is to perform a new implementation of an optical simulation code that will enable accurate prediction of mirror surface effects as well as photon quantum effects. The model shall be implemented using GPU-based libraries making the software accessible to experimentalists and designers for rapid prototyping work patterns. In collaboration with Trii Technologies we will provide the student with the necessary knowledge and support to leverage the latest GPU-based technology. The student will work closely with experimentalists in Hannover, Glasgow and Pisa to develop and execute test plans for suspended, quantum-limited interferometers.
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Project 52272
Title: Studying neutron-star and black-hole binaries with gravitational waves
Gravitational waves will provide a unique way to explore the Universe --- to observe in detail a variety of astrophysical and relativistic phenomena. Advanced ground-based gravitational-wave detectors will go beyond just making the first detections of these elusive signals. They will allow us to expand our reach in space and time, and provide answers to deep questions about astrophysics and strong-field general relativity. Our group at the University of Birmingham leads the preparations for source analysis, data analysis, and astrophysical interpretation that will enable us to take full advantage of the wealth of information that will be available.
Gravitational waves from mergers of compact binaries composed of neutron stars and black holes encode the parameters of the source: binary component masses and spins, as well as the binary's sky location, inclination, and the distance to the binary. Accessing this information is critical for enabling astrophysical inference, but is very challenging because of the multi-modal, multi-dimensional nature of the parameter space. Our group led the successful effort to enable parameter estimation for the initial generation of ground-based gravitational-wave detectors using sophisticated Bayesian techniques. However, parameter inference on signals from advanced and third-generation detectors will bring a new set of challenges. The in-band duration of gravitational sources will increase significantly, from tens of seconds for binary neutron stars in initial detectors to tens of minutes in advanced detectors to days in third-generation detectors. Analyzing such long data streams will be prohibitively computationally expensive without innovative techniques. Methods will need to be developed to deal with potential data drop-outs, changes in noise properties, calibration changes, or glitches over the course of the long signals. The motion of the detectors on the sky as a result of the rotation of the Earth will need to be considered for the first time. The high signal-to-noise ratio that some sources are likely to have in advanced detectors will mean that proper handling of systematic biases from imperfect waveform models is critical. This project will address these challenges while providing an opportunity to explore binary astrophysics and learn sophisticated Bayesian data analysis techniques such as Markov-chain Monte Carlo and nested sampling.
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- Helmholtz-Weizmann Research School on Multimessenger Astronomy
- Ph.D. Program in Applied and Computational Physics to Start in Fall 2019: Oakland University
- Postdoc and PhD Offers - LISA Straylight - Institut Fresnel
- New Gravitational Wave Physics MSc at Cardiff University
- PhD Positions in GW Physics and Astrophysics at SISSA, Trieste, Italy
- Santiago PhD Position
- PhD Position in GW Research at the University of Amsterdam
- 1 Postdoc and 1 PhD Position in GW Physics and Modified Gravity at Tuebingen, Germany
- PhD Positions at AEI-Potsdam
- PhD Fellowship in Stavanger
- 2 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD Position at Tuebingen, Germany
- PhD Positions at Instituto Galego de Fisica de Altas Enerxias (IGFAE)
- PhD Scholarship in Nice - Parametric Instabilities
- PhD Opportunities at Sapienza University of Rome
- PhD Positions in Numerical Relativity, Gravitational-waves and Compact Binaries Modeling, University of Jena
- ESO Studentship Programme, Europe and Chile 2018/2019
- Graduate Study with LIGO
- Ph.D. and Postdoc Positions at the Space Interferometry Group of the AEI
- NCSA Fellowships and Internships
- Postdoc and Ph.D. Positions at the AEI in Potsdam
- Perimeter Scholars International (PSI)
- IDEAS Data Science Program at Northwestern University
- PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
- PhD Position at Leibniz University of Hannover/AEI
- PhD Opportunity in Seismology (Physics) for GW Detection at the University of Western Australia
- PhD Position at Hamburg University
- PRACE Summer of HPC
- Faculty, Postdoctoral Researchers and Student Positions at Perimeter
- IAU PhD Prize to Recognize Excellence in Astrophysics
- Perimeter Scholars International Master's Program
- Postdoctoral and Ph.D. Positions and Max-Planck Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
- LIGO Visitor Program: Deadline Oct 1st for Visits in 2017
- Postdoc Position and PhD Position at AEI
- Postdoctoral and PhD positions in the gravitational wave group at The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Postdoc/PhD positions available in gravitational wave signal processing a the University of Western Australia
- Blue Waters Internship
- Post-doctoral and PhD Positions in Gravitational Wave Astronomy at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
- Distinguished Student Seminar Program
- APS Travel Grant Programs with India and Brazil
- PhD Positions in Advanced Virgo Activities
- PhD Position at Birmingham
- PhD Opportunities at The Gran Sasso Science Institute
- PhD Opportunity in Seismic Isolation at the University of Brussels
- PhD Positions at Texas Tech
- Postdoctoral and Doctoral Openings at the AEI in Potsdam
- Postdoc and PhD Opportunities at University of Western Australia
- PhD Program in Physics at Trento University
- Postdoc and Graduate Student Positions at AEI - Hanover
- ESR position in GW Data Analysis for a PhD in Urbino/Firenze or Genova
- Experimental PhD student positions at AEI
- PhD student opportunities in GW research in Europe
- PhD Position at the University of Pisa
- PhD and Postdoctoral Positions at the University of Glasgow
- Two PhD positions in gravitational-wave related projects, University of Birmingham
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Helmholtz-Weizmann Research School on Multimessenger Astronomy
(Posted here March 29, 2019) > Sujet : [hap2011] Helmholtz-Weizmann Research School on > Multimessenger astronomy > Date : Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:40:00 +0100 > De : Marek Kowalski <marek.kowalski@desy.de> > > > > *Helmholtz-Weizmann Research School on Multimessenger astronomy* > > *About the school: *The school aims at bringing highly qualified and > motivated graduate students to the forefront of the field of Multimessenger > astronomy through a world-class international training environment. PhD > students will work with leading scientists in the field and benefit from > their**complementary expertise in theory and experiments involving the > various messengers. Collaboration between students and researchers at the > partner institutions is facilitated through a lively exchange program. The > professional training of students includes data science as a supporting > component of the school. Furthermore, the school offers a number of > individual measures to promote career development. Depending on the primary > location (Germany or Israel), the PhD will either be earned either at the > Humboldt-University Berlin, at the University of Potsdam or at the Weizmann > Institute of Science. > > *The research field: *Multimessenger astronomy, the exploration of the > Universe using information from a multitude of cosmic messengers, including > electromagnetic radiation, neutrinos and gravitational waves, has lead to > several groundbreaking discoveries during the last few years with > significant contributions from the partner institutions. Through the > development of better theoretical understanding, novel ways to combine the > data and access to most sensitive instrumentation, members of the school > will be optimally trained and positioned in this emerging field. > > Partners of the school are DESY and Weizmann institute of Science, as > well the Humboldt-University Berlin and University Potsdam. The school is > receiving significant funding through the Initiative and Networking Fund of > the Helmholtz Association.// > > *Admission: *Each year approximately 10 students from countries around the > world are admitted to the school. The selection interviews are foreseen for > June, the start of the PhD program is planned for October 2019. The program > duration is 36/48 months. Salaries and benefits are commensurate with those > of public service organisations. > > Deadline for application: April 14th** > > For more information including how to apply go to > www.multimessenger-school.de <http://www.multimessenger-school.de/> > > > > ------------------------------------------------ > Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin > Institut für Physik > Newtonstrasse 15, D-12489 Berlin > Office 2'212 > Fon: +49 (0)30-2093-7635 > > DESY > Platanenallee 6, D-15738, Zeuthen > Office 2L/21 > Fon: +49 (0)33762-7-7187 > Fax: +49 (0)33762-7-7330 > ------------------------------------------------ >Ph.D. Program in Applied and Computational Physics to Start in Fall 2019: Oakland University
(Posted here March 15, 2019) The Board of Trustees of Oakland University has approved a Ph.D. program in Applied and Computational Physics to start in Fall 2019. This program includes theoretical gravitational physics and astrophysics, provided that the Ph.D. research project has some numerical component. Students interested in this program should contact David Garfinkle (garfinkl@oakland.edu) or Ilias Cholis (cholis@oakland.edu) for more information.Postdoc and PhD Offers - LISA Straylight - Institut Fresnel
(Posted here March 1, 2019) From: Myriam ZERRAD <myriam.zerrad@fresnel.fr> Subject: Post doc and PhD offers- LISA straylight - Institut Fresnel Date: 2019-02-26 at 07:20:34 EST We offer several PhD, Post-Doc and engineer positions at the Institut Fresnel, Marseille,France: https://www.fresnel.fr/spip/spip.php?article1948&lang=en One is an intrumental Post-Doc dedicated to the metrology of straylight and scattering at the component level for LISA. Don't hesitate to contact me for further details: myriam.zerrad@fresnel.fr Thanks for advance, Best regards, -- Dr Myriam ZERRAD Head of Scattering activities Institut Fresnel / CONCEPT Aix-Marseille Université Domaine Universitaire de Saint Jérôme 13397 Marseille cedex 20 FRANCE Tel : +33 4 91 28 87 16 / +33 6 46 33 06 04 http://www.fresnel.fr/concept New Gravitational Wave Physics MSc at Cardiff University
(Posted here February 15, 2019) Dear colleagues, please share the announcement below with any undergraduate student interested in studying Gravitational-wave Physics: " The Gravity Exploration Institute (cardiffgravity.org) at Cardiff University is happy to announce a new MSc program in Gravitational-wave Physics: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/gravitational-wave-physics-msc Gravitational-wave observations are now transforming our understanding of the universe, and the field will continue to grow in the next decades. The Gravitational Wave Physics MSc provides broad and comprehensive training in both theory and experiment in gravitational wave (GW) physics and astronomy: techniques in laser interferometry for GW detection, general relativity, astrophysics, modelling of GW sources, and data analysis for GW detection and source interpretation. Cardiff University staff are at the forefront of world-leading research in all of these areas, which span the core topics at the heart of the field, and which make this a unique degree programme. On completion of the programme you will have the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to begin a research career in gravitational-wave physics, and be a competitive candidate for jobs in industry. " Best, VivienPhD Positions in GW Physics and Astrophysics at SISSA, Trieste, Italy
(Posted here February 8, 2019) From: Enrico Barausse <barausse@iap.fr> Subject: Fwd: PhD positions in gravitational wave physics and astrophysics Date: 2019-02-08 at 04:49:31 EST To: <consortium@lisamission.org> SISSA (International School for Advanced Studies, Trieste, Italy) invites applications for several PhD positions in astrophysics, cosmology and astroparticle physics. Application may be submitted here https://www.sissa.it/bandi/concorso-lammissione-ai-corsi-di-phd-della-sissa-lanno-accademico-201920-announcements See also announcement here https://www.sissa.it/system/files/bandi/Bando%20English%20201920%20general%20.pdf Candidates interested in the astrophysics of LISA and pulsar timing arrays, in LISA data analysis, and more generally in gravitational wave physics are especially encouraged to apply for the **Astroparticle physics** positions. The deadline for applications is March 12, with oral and written exams on March 25-26, 2019.Santiago PhD Position
(Posted here January 25, 2019) Hi, we have a PhD student position announcement (deadline 1 February) for the announcement email. See below. Thanks, Tom ****** Title : 'Doctoral Fellowship Programme INPhINIT “la Caixa” 2019 at IGFAE, Santiago de Compostela' Text : The Galician Institute of High Energy Physics (IGFAE), invites applications for doctoral fellows within “la Caixa” INPhINIT program. All information about the call is available at https://obrasociallacaixa.org/en/investigacion-y-becas/programa-de-becas-de-posgrado/inphinit/programme-description INPhINIT is a doctoral fellowship supported through the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – COFUND programme to attract international early-stage researchers to the top Spanish and Portuguese research centres in the areas of Bio and Health Sciences, Physics, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The selection process is performed by the “la Caixa” Foundation where the candidates should apply. We kindly request to any applicant interested in joining our institute to express their interest in the application and contact us at jobs@igfae.usc.es. To access the 10 positions we offer, search for IGFAE in the Research Centre selector in https://hosts.lacaixafellowships.org/finder [Link for the advertisement : https://igfae.usc.es/igfae/job-offer/la-caixa-inphinit-igfae-doctoral-fellows-2-2/ ]PhD Position in GW Research at the University of Amsterdam
(Posted here December 21, 2018) PhD position in Gravitational Wave Research Faculty of Science – Institute of Physics Publication date 19 December 2018 Level of education Master's degree Salary indication €2,325 to €2,972 gross per month, based on 38 hours per week Closing date 31 January 2019 Hours 38 hours per week Vacancy number 18-790 GRAPPA, the center of excellence in Astroparticle Physics of the University of Amsterdam (UvA), is a joint effort between the Institute of Physics (IoP) and the Anton Pannekoek Institute (API). It consists of faculty members with a strong interest in experimental and theoretical research into black holes, cosmic rays, neutrinos, dark matter, dark energy, early universe cosmology, and string theory. Several of GRAPPA’s faculty members are also affiliated with Nikhef, the Dutch National Institute for Subatomic Physics, which is in close proximity to the UvA building. Project description GRAPPA/IoP has an opening for a PhD position in Gravitational Wave physics in Dr Samaya Nissanke’s group at the UvA. The group is active in diverse sub-field including multi-messenger astronomy, data analysis, theory, and modeling, and is involved in the Virgo collaboration, the LISA consortium, and 3G science case, and several international electromagnetic follow-up groups. The successful candidate will work primarily on topics in source modeling with Drs. Tanja Hinderer and Samaya Nissanke, with the focus of the projects being open and depending on the candidate’s interests. Projects can range from theoretical perturbative approaches to relativistic two-body dynamics, waveform modeling through combining information from analytical and numerical relativity, tests of General Relativity, black holes, neutron-star matter, dark matter and physics beyond the standard model, multi-messenger astrophysics and cosmology. The successful applicant will also work in close collaboration with the groups of Dr Philipp Moesta (multimessenger astrophysics), Prof. Daniel Baumann (cosmology), and Prof. Gianfranco Bertone (dark matter). Requirements An MSc in Physics or an equivalent degree is required to be considered for this position. Knowledge of General Relativity and software skills are desirable. The candidate needs to possess excellent English communication skills. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups in STEM. Further information Questions may be directed to:- Dr Tanja Hinderer
and - Dr Samaya Nissanke
All applications received before 31 January 2019 will be considered. Applications must include:
- a cover letter with a brief presentation of yourself;
- a personal statement where your background and potential research interests are described
- a CV and
- contact details of three referees. They will be contacted directly.
1 Postdoc and 1 PhD Position in GW Physics and Modified Gravity at Tuebingen, Germany
(Posted here December 7, 2018) From: Szabolcs Marka <sm2375@columbia.edu> Subject: Fwd: 1 Postdoc and 1 PhD position in gravitational wave physics and modified gravity at Tuebingen, Germany Date: 2018-12-04 at 02:08:57 GMT+11 To: "tiffany.summerscales@gmail.com" <tiffany.summerscales@gmail.com>, David Shoemaker <dhs@ligo.mit.edu>Forwarded Message -------- Subject: 1 Postdoc and 1 PhD position in gravitational wave physics and modified gravity at Tuebingen, Germany ... The newly formed Emmy Noether research group at the University of Tuebingen, is seeking applications for 1 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD positions in gravitational wave physics and modified theories of gravity, starting in Fall 2019. The group is part of the Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at Tuebingen. Postdoctoral position - initially for two years with the possibility of further extension for one more year PhD position - duration up to three years Detailed information about the positions can be found at: --Postdoctoral position: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~doneva/Jobs/JobAnnouncement_Postdoc.pdf --PhD position: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~doneva/Jobs/JobAnnouncement_PhD.pdf The deadline for full consideration is February 15th, 2019, but applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The research focus of the successful applicants will be on testing strong-field regime of gravity with gravitational waves; models and dynamics of neutron stars and black holes in modified theories of gravity; numerical relativity. The topic of the Emmy Noether research group is on “Gravitational waves from compact objects – a tool for testing strong gravity and nuclear matter at extreme densities ” with a group leader Dr. Daniela Doneva. In a broader perspective, the activities of TAT group, led by Prof. Kostas Kokkotas, are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. The TAT group currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, three (3) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students. Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group can be found at https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/institute/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/ The salary will be paid according to the German public service scale. Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent via email to Dr. Daniela Doneva E-mail: daniela.doneva@uni-tuebingen.de The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified. Best regards, Daniela Doneva P.S. I apologize if you receive this message more than once.
PhD Positions at AEI-Potsdam
(Posted here November 22, 2018) From: Alessandra Buonanno <alessandra.buonanno@aei.mpg.de> Subject: PhD positions at AEI-Potsdam Date: 2018-11-22 at 16:20:49 EST To: David Shoemaker <dhs@ligo.mit.edu>, Jo van den Brand <jo@nikhef.nl> Dear David nd Jo, Please find below an advertisement for PhD positions at AEI-Potsdam. Best regards, Alessandra PhD positions in "Extreme Gravity and Matter" at AEI-Potsdam The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute, AEI) in Potsdam, Germany, announces the opening of several PhD positions in "Extreme Gravity and Matter". Successful candidates will pursue research in the “Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity” division, led by Alessandra Buonanno, and the newly established “Computational Relativistic Astrophysics” division, led by Masaru Shibata. Currently the two divisions are composed of about 30-35 scientists, including group leaders, Jonathan Gair (as of Spring 2019), Kenta Kiuchi (as of January 2019) and Harald Pfeiffer, about 22 postdoctoral scholars and 6 graduate students. The divisions also host several long and short-term visitors Given the breadth of research in those divisions, PhD theses will cover a variety of topics in gravitational-wave astrophysics and fundamental physics, such as: i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (within post-Newtonian theory, post-Minkowskian theory, gravitational self-force, black-hole perturbation theory, and effective-one-body theory), ii) compact-object binary simulations, iii) waveform modelling at the interface between analytical and numerical relativity, iv) gravitational-wave observations and astrostatistics, v) cosmological and astrophysical interpretation of gravitational waves, vi) tests of General Relativity, vii) neutron star mergers and high-energy astrophysics, viii) neutron-star equation of state, ix) formation of compact objects, and x) multi-messenger astronomy. The two divisions have close partnerships with the Department of Physics at the University of Maryland and the Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics at Kyoto University. Members of the groups have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA Consortium through Buonanno’s membership, and also participate to build the science case for third generation (3G) ground-based detectors (Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer). The two research divisions at the AEI operate three high-performance computer clusters to carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies, and to run numerical-relativity simulations of binary black holes, compact objects with matter, and the core collapse of massive stars. Successful applicants will conduct their research projects at the AEI in Potsdam, and they will have to enrol and receive their PhD degree from either the University of Potsdam or the Humboldt University in Berlin. The expected duration of the PhD program is three years, and can be extended to four years in cases of exception. Applicants are required to have a Masters degree by the start of the PhD program. For more information, please visit http://www.aei.mpg.de/2312963/phd-positions-in-extreme-gravity-and-matter-at-aei-potsdam Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 14th , 2018. Applications will be considered until all positions are filled. The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal opportunity employer, and iscommitted to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek: andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de
PhD Fellowship in Stavanger
(Posted here November 22, 2018) From: Germano Nardini <germano.nardini@uis.no> Subject: PhD fellowship in Stavanger Date: 2018-11-19 at 06:59:40 EST To: undisclosed-recipients:; Reply-To: Germano Nardini <germano.nardini@uis.no> Dear All, The University of Stavanger offers a PhD student position. Depending on the best applicant's profile, the PhD thesis will be on Lattice Field Theory, BSM Model Building or Gravitational Wave Physics (theory and/or data analysis for LISA). More info here: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/159792/research-fellow-in-physics Please forward this message to any potentially interested person. Thank you. Regards, Germano2 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD Position at Tuebingen, Germany
(Posted here November 9, 2018) From: Kostas Kokkotas <kostas.kokkotas@uni-tuebingen.de> Subject: 2 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD positions Tuebingen, Germany Date: 2018-11-09 at 24:35:00 GMT+1 To: consortium@lisamission.org Reply-To: Kostas Kokkotas <kostas.kokkotas@uni-tuebingen.de> 2 Postdoctoral and 1 PhD Positions in Gravitational Wave Physics at the University of Tübingen, Germany The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tübingen is inviting applications for: 1 postdoctoral position, (Wissenschaftlicher Assistant / Research Assistant), starting from 1st of October 2019 with initial duration of 2 years which can be extended for up to 5 years. 1 postdoctoral position funded by DFG, starting from 1st of October 2019 (or earlier) with duration of up to 3 years 1 PhD position starting from 1st of October 2019 with duration of up to 3 years Deadline for applications: February 15, 2019. The successful applicant will carry out original research in projects focusing in the dynamics of rotating and/or magnetised neutron stars in relation to the emission of gravitational waves. The research activities of TAT are related to the study of sources of gravitational waves with emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black-holes. The group currently consists of four (4) post-doctoral researchers, three (3) PhD students and seven (7) MSc students. Detailed information about the positions can be found in: Position I : http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas/Welcome_files/2018_Advertisment_Assistant.pdf Position II : http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas/Welcome_files/2018_Advertisment_DFG.pdf Position III : http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas/Welcome_files/2018_Advertisment_PhD.pdf Applications, including curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, e-mail) of three potential referees should be sent to: Prof. Kostas Kokkotas Theoretical Astrophysics (IAAT), University of Tübingen, D-72076 Tübingen, Germany. http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas E-mail: kostas.kokkotas_at_uni-tuebingen.de Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group may be found at : http://www.uni-tuebingen.de/?id=3129 https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/institute/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/ Applications by e-mail are welcome. All applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled. The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified.PhD Positions at Instituto Galego de Fisica de Altas Enerxias (IGFAE)
(Posted here October 26, 2018) From: "DENT . THOMAS" <thomas.dent@usc.es> Subject: Short deadline PhD position announcement (29th October) Date: 2018-10-22 at 10:57:03 GMT-4 ++++++++++++++++++++++++ PhD Positions at Instituto Galego de Física de Altas Enerxías (IGFAE) The Instituto Galego de Física de Altas Enerxías (Galician Institute of High Energy Physics, IGFAE), “María de Maeztu” Unit of Excellence, offers 4 new PhD positions within the Predoctoral Contracts 2018 Programme, funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities. Of these, 1 is LIGO/Virgo-related: Cosmic Particle and Fundamental Physics: Multimessenger with gravitational waves experiments LIGO-Virgo Code: MDM-2016-0692-18-2 Main researcher: Jaime Alvarez Muñiz (jaime.alvarez@usc.es) All information concerning the call is available in Spanish at https://i.gal/FPI2018 Each applicant may only submit one application referred to a specific research project. Read the Manual of the Applicant and Conditions of applicants. Candidates must apply through the application available at https://i.gal/FPI2018app. They must provide: • A copy of the passport. • An updated CV, either in English or Spanish. • A certificate of academic degree indicating the issue date and the list of subjects and grades, with the dates when they were obtained. Deadline: October 29th, 2018, at 15:00 (Time in Madrid) Contact for any question related with the call: jobs@igfae.usc.es +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ --Instituto Galego de Física de Altas Enerxías Departamento de Física de Partículas Universidade de Santiago de Compostela
PhD Scholarship in Nice - Parametric Instabilities
(Posted here August 2, 2018) Dear Colleagues, We are looking a PhD student who would work on the subject of Parametric Instabilities with Advanced Virgo. A scholarship is available to fund the thesis work. This will be an experimental project, also including simulation work. A full description of the proposed work can be found here (in French and English): http://www.ed-sfa-unice.fr/sujets-2018/sujets-artemis/sid-2814.pdf Please pass this information on to potential students. Interested students should contact Nelson Christensen <nelson.christensen@oca.eu> Thanks, Nelson ****************************************************** -- Nelson CHRISTENSEN Directeur ARTEMIS UMR 7250 Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur Boulevard de l’Observatoire CS 34229 06304 NICE Cedex 4, France nelson.christensen@oca.eu +33-4-92003166PhD Opportunities at Sapienza University of Rome
(Posted here June 15, 2018) From: Paolo Pani <Paolo.Pani@roma1.infn.it> Subject: PhD opportunities at Sapienza University of Rome Date: 2018-06-12 at 05:50:07 PDT We would like to advertise the opening for several Ph.D. fellowships in various research areas at the Department of Physics, Sapienza University of Rome. Fellowships include the PhD School in Physics: Webpage: https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/dottorati-di-ricerca Call: https://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/field_file_allegati/bando_inglese_34.pdf and the PhD School in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Space Science (joint PhD together with Tor Vergata University) http://www.phys.uniroma1.it/fisica/fisica/phd-astronomy/corso-dottorato-ciclo-14 https://www.fisica.uniroma2.it/it/node/52 The two calls are independent and the deadline for both applications is *July 6, 2018*. The written exam for the PhD in Physics will take place on July 9, and further information can be found at http://www.phys.uniroma1.it/fisica/node/5893 The Department of Physics at Sapienza is the largest one in Italy, and comprises groups in several research areas [http://www.phys.uniroma1.it/fisica/node/9326], including gravitational-wave (GW) phenomenology with current and future detectors, GW modelling, physics of black holes and neutron stars, tests of gravity and of the nature of compact objects, synergies between fundamental physics and GW astronomy. Next year the theoretical gravity group will comprise 3 permanent staff members, 5 postdocs, 3 PhD students, and several master students. We would appreciate if you could circulate this announcement with potential candidates. Best regards, Paolo Pani -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Paolo Pani Research Scientist ERC StG Fellow, http://darkgra.weebly.com/ Physics Department (Marconi Building), 2nd floor, room 202c Sapienza University of Rome Piazzale Aldo Moro 5 - 00185 Rome (Italy) phone: +39 06 4969 4247 [int. 34247] skype: paolo.pani webpage: http://roma1.infn.it/~pani ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PhD Positions in Numerical Relativity, Gravitational-waves and Compact Binaries Modeling, University of Jena
(Posted here May 11, 2018) The relativity division at the University of Jena anticipates the opening of PhD positions with starting date in fall 2018 / early 2019. The positions are associated with the research group of Prof. Sebastiano Bernuzzi at the Theoretical Physics Institute Jena. There is the opportunity to participate to a wide range of research activities in numerical relativity, gravitational-wave modeling and data analysis or related analytical and computational methods. Applicants with a background in the above areas are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidates have the opportunity to join the Virgo Collaboration and participate to the LIGO-Virgo gravitational-wave astronomy effort. Applications sent by June 1, 2018 will receive full consideration; applications after this date are still welcome until the positions are filled. In a situation where two candidates have otherwise equal qualifications, preference will be given to women, minorities, and handicapped applicants.. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a brief description of research interests, and a list of potential referees, who may be contacted separately. Please send applications to: sebastiano.bernuzzi(AT)uni-jena.de Theoretisch-Physikalisches Institut Friedrich Schiller University Jena Max-Wien-Platz 1 D-07743 Jena, Germany Office 209, AbbeanumESO Studentship Programme, Europe and Chile 2018/2019
(Posted here May 4, 2018) ESO Studentship Programme Europe and Chile 2018/2019 — Direct your research at one of the world’s leading observatories The research studentship programme of the European Southern Observatory provides an outstanding opportunity for PhD students to lead their research in the vibrant scientific environment at one of the world's leading observatories for a period of up to two years. ESO is the foremost intergovernmental astronomy organisation in Europe, offering one of the most collaborative and stimulating scientific settings anywhere in the world. Its approximately 110 staff astronomers, 40 Fellows and 40 PhD students conduct frontline research in fields ranging from solar system research, asteroid and comets, solar and stellar physics, astroparticle physics, exoplanets, astrobiology, galaxy and galaxy clusters, cosmology, theoretical astrophysics, large-scale structures simulations, and fundamental physics. ESO's studentship positions are open to students enrolled in a PhD programme in astronomy or related fields (observational, theoretical and fundamental astrophysics). Students accepted into the programme work on their doctoral project under the formal supervision of their home university and come to ESO to work and study under the co-supervision of an ESO staff astronomer – normally for a period of between one and two years. Studentships may be hosted either at ESO's Headquarters in Garching (Germany) or at the offices in Santiago (Chile). Applicants and their home institute supervisors should agree upon and coordinate their research project jointly with their prospective ESO supervisor. For this purpose the ESO supervisor should be contacted well in advance of the application deadlines (31 May and 15 November 2018). A list of potential ESO supervisors and their research interests can be found at http://www.eso.org/sci/activities/personnel.html. ESO students in Chile will have the opportunity to visit the observatories and to get involved in small technical projects that equip them with hands-on skills and give them insights into the observatory operations and instrumentation, providing them with unique experiences that can benefit their future careers. Such involvement is also strongly encouraged for Garching students. ESO students at both sites benefit from a dynamic multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment among the students and fellows who stay in touch with the latest scientific developments and have the opportunity to network with top researchers visiting ESO. In addition, students in Garching may attend and benefit from the series of lectures delivered in the framework of the International Max-Planck Research School on Astrophysics. ESO students also have the possibility to join in many outreach activities. Students who are already enrolled in a PhD programme in the Munich area (e.g., at the International Max-Planck Research School on Astrophysics or a Munich University) and who wish to apply for an ESO studentship in Garching, should provide a compelling justification for their application. If you are interested in enhancing your PhD experience in an international and culturally-rich environment, grow your network of potential collaborators and generally consolidate your scientific profile through an extended stay at ESO, then please apply by completing the web application form available at http://recruitment.eso.org/. Please include the following documents in your application:- a cover letter;
- a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications, if any;
- copies of your university transcript and certificate(s) or diploma(s);
- a summary of your master‘s thesis project (if applicable) and ongoing projects, indicating the title and the supervisor (maximum half a page);
- an outline of the proposed PhD project (recommended one page, maximum two), containing a clear timeline including the start and expected end dates of the PhD, and the requested starting date and duration for the studentship at ESO. The candidate should also highlight the advantages of coming to ESO in the project description;
- the names and contact details of your home institute supervisor and the ESO local supervisor. They will be automatically invited to submit a recommendation letter, however, applicants are strongly advised to trigger these invitations (using the web application form) well in advance of the application deadline;
- a letter from the home institute that: i) guarantees financial support (salary, health insurance and travel money) for the remaining PhD period after the termination of the ESO studentship; ii) indicates whether the prerequisites to obtain the PhD degree at the home institute have already been met.
Graduate Study with LIGO
(Posted here February 21, 2018) Website: https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/graduate-study Graduate students actively participate in LIGOs research and development. While furthering their education in a research environment, students also make important contributions to LIGO. Graduate students benefit from the diversity of scientific and engineering skills represented by the LIGO project's technical staff, including faculty, senior scientists, and engineers who provide individual guidance and supervision to students. Opportunities for students span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, including: gravitational physics, astrophysics, metrology, optics, lasers, mechanical systems, controls, and electronics. Students are involved in detector development, modeling and analysis, as well as open detector operations, observations, and data analysis. Research takes place on the Caltech and MIT campuses as well as at the detector sites in Hanford, WA and Livingston, LA. For more information on graduate study programs, please visit Graduate Research on LIGO at Caltech or The LIGO project at MIT Other graduate school opportunities may exist at universities that are members of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration. For a complete list of collaborating universities, please visit LSC member institutions.Ph.D. and Postdoc Positions at the Space Interferometry Group of the AEI
(Posted here Jan 19, 2017) From: Martin Hewitson <martin.hewitson@aei.mpg.de> Subject: Positions at the Space Interferometry Group of the AEI Date: 2018-01-18 at 07:01:58 PST To: Gerhard Heinzel <gerhard.heinzel@aei.mpg.de> Cc: Martin Hewitson <martin.hewitson@aei.mpg.de>,consortium@lisamission.org , lpf-stoc-ops <lpf-stoc-ops@sciops.esa.int> Dear Colleagues, The Space Interferometry Group at the AEI are now seeking applications for PhD Students and Postdocs to work on various topics related to LISA and GRACE Follow-On. We would appreciate it if you could circulate the following link to any appropriate mailing lists or colleagues: http://www.aei.mpg.de/2186974/post-docs-and-graduate-student-hannover-2017 Best wishes, Martin & Gerhard Post-Docs and graduate students Stellenangebot vom 18. Dezember 2017 The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) is a leading research institute in the world specializing in gravitational physics. Around 200 international scientists work at the research labs and offices located in Potsdam-Golm and Hannover, Germany. The Albert Einstein Institute in Hannover plays a central role in the development of ground- and space-based instruments for gravitational wave detection and Earth gravity field observation. The "laser interferometry in space" group focuses on LISA, GRACE Follow-On and instrumentation for future mission concepts. More information can be found at https://www.aei.mpg.de/179093/Interferometry_in_Space We are expanding our team and are looking for several Post-Docs and graduate students (Ph.D. students) in experimental physics and related fields (computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, digital signal processing) for projects at the forefront of experimental gravitational physics and instrumentation. Specific topics include:- Development of prototypes for LISA optical metrology (experimental, optics)
- Development and testing of the LISA phase measurement system (electronics, DSP)
- Numerical end-to-end simulation of the LISA measurement chain and development of LISA first-stage data processing algorithms
- Characterisation of the GRACE Follow-On Laser Ranging Interferometer in orbit
- Development and experimental verification of optical simulations for complex interferometers (stray light propagation etc.)
- Development and experimental verification of optomechanical accelerometers and associated optical readout techniques
- Laser interferometry
- Optical experiments
- Optical simulations
- Analogue & digital electronics
- digital signal processing (FPGA)
- Numerical Mathematics
- Control engineering
- Work in an international research environment benefitting from regular interactions with a dedicated project team, as well as the opportunity to benefit from the wide range of expertise at the Albert Einstein Institute.
- Close collaboration with leading international partners in science, industry and space agencies.
- Full time position with competitive salary according to the pay scale of public services in Germany for Post-Docs, 75% position for graduate students, fully integrated in comprehensive German social security scheme (health insurance, unemployment insurance etc.).
- Initial appointment will be for 2 years for Post-Docs, 3 years for graduate students.
- Graduate students are embedded in top-rated International Max-Planck Research School. Lectures and transferable skills seminars are also available for Post-Docs.
- Access to world-class laboratories, workshops, libraries and computing facilities.
- Cover letter stating your research interests and future aspirations (max. 2 pages).
- Curriculum vitae including publication list.
NCSA Fellowships and Internships
(Posted here Dec 17, 2017) From: "Huerta Escudero, Eliu Antonio" <elihu@illinois.edu> Subject: [announcement_submit] internships at NCSA Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:42:12 +0000 Dear all:please encourage your undergraduate and graduate students to apply for these internships; details at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Deadlines to Apply for NCSA Fellowships and Internships are approaching
The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois offers a number of undergraduate and graduate internship and HPC workforce-readiness programs. Undergraduate students, graduate students and faculty from institutions around the U.S. are invited to apply for these opportunities. Deadlines to apply for the opportunities highlighted below are quickly approaching. Apply today and gain access to world-class resources and mentorship at NCSA!
Blue Waters Graduate Fellowships
Blue Waters Graduate Fellowships provide PhD students with a year of support, including a $38,000 stipend, up to $12,000 in tuition allowance, an allocation of up to 50,000 node-hours on the powerful Blue Waters petascale computing system, and funds for travel to a Blue Waters Symposium to present research progress and results.
For the Fellowships, preference will be given to candidates engaged in multidisciplinary research projects that combine disciplines such as computer science, applied mathematics, and computational science applications. Applicants should be in the second or later year of their graduate program with a well-developed, related research proposal. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S. by the time of the application deadline (February 2nd, 2018).
Guidelines and application forms can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Blue Waters Student Internships
As part of the Blue Waters efforts to motivate and train the next generation of supercomputing researchers, the program is sponsoring about 20 undergraduate research interns each year. The goal is to engage undergraduate students in petascale computing research and development projects. The program provides each student a stipend totaling $5,000, a two-week intensive Petascale Institute, and an education allocation on the Blue Waters system. Select students will travel to the Blue Waters Symposium.
This program includes support for undergraduate internship activities at any accredited degree-granting institution in the U.S. We strongly encourage the participation of students who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences; including, but not limited to, women, minorities, and/or persons with disabilities. The internships awarded through this program may be for students working with a faculty mentor from their home institution, or at any other campus. Interested faculty can work with a particular student that they identify, or may select a qualified student with Blue Waters support through our program.
Applications are due February 2nd, 2018. Guidelines and application forms can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Blue Waters Faculty Mentor Program
We are seeking faculty to engage undergraduate students in the above mentioned year-long internship opportunities. Students in the internship program will gain experiences involving the application of HPC to problems in science, mathematics or engineering.
This program provides support for internship activities at any accredited degree-granting institution in the United States. Faculty who would like to mentor an undergraduate student should submit descriptions of available positions. Positions may be intended for a particular applicant or opened to all qualified applicants. Faculty are strongly encouraged to recruit students to apply for the positions they are submitting; students must submit an application for consideration. We strongly encourage participation by faculty and students who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences; including, but not limited to, women, minorities, and/or persons with disabilities.
Faculty may submit positions by January 15, 2018. Submission guidelines and materials can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Students Pushing Innovation (SPIN) Undergraduate Program
NCSA has a history of nurturing innovative concepts, and some of the best ideas have come from highly motivated, creative undergraduates. The SPIN (Students Pushing Innovation) internship program was launched to provide University of Illinois undergraduates with the opportunity to apply their skills to real challenges in high-performance computing, data analysis and visualization, cybersecurity, and other areas of interest to NCSA.
Applications are due on January 5th, 2018, and can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
REU-INCLUSION Program
Incubating a New Community of Leaders Using Software, Inclusion, Innovation, Interdisciplinary and OpeN -Science (INCLUSION) is a 10-week summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaigns National Center for Supercomputing Applications. INCLUSION is an opportunity for 10 undergraduate students from underrepresented communities and Minority Serving Institutions to work in pairs with pairs of mentors on interdisciplinary socially-impactful INCLUSION research projects that develop and use open source software (OSS).
Applications for the REU-INCLUSION Program are due on February 10th, 2018, and can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
XSEDE EMPOWER Program
An XSEDE-wide effort is underway to expand the community by recruiting and enabling a diverse group of students who have the skills - or are interested in acquiring the skills - to participate in the actual work of XSEDE. The name of this effort is XSEDE EMPOWER (Expert Mentoring Producing Opportunities for Work, Education, and Research).
We invite the whole XSEDE community - staff, researchers, and educators - to recruit and mentor undergraduate students to engage in a variety of XSEDE activities, such as computational and/or data analytics research and education in all fields of study, networking, system maintenance and support, and visualization. The program provides a stipend to students and resources for the training of those students who work on XSEDE projects for one semester, one quarter, one summer, or longer.
Students must be enrolled as an undergraduate at a US degree-granting institution through the duration of their participation. More information on requirements and various due dates can be found at http://illinois.edu/emailer/newsletter/150686.html
Postdoc and Ph.D. Positions at the AEI in Potsdam
(Posted here Dec 4, 2017) From: "Masaru Shibata" <mshibata@yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp>Subject: ad for LSC
Date: November 29, 2017 at 11:33:14 PM GMT+1
The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division at the
Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (the Albert
Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of
several postdoc appointments and Ph.D. positions.
The postdoctoral positions will be available at different levels,
depending on experience and seniority, and can last for different
number of years.
This new division, led by Dr. Masaru Shibata, will be established
on January 1st 2018.
The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division will focus
on several research topics in general relativity and relativistic
astrophysics, including
(i) numerical relativity with matter, in particular,
neutrino-radiation-hydrodynamics, magneto-(radiation-)hydrodynamics,
and viscous-radiation-hydrodynamics, for mergers of neutron-star
binaries (binary neutron stars and black hole-neutron star binaries),
long-term evolution of the merger remnants, and stellar collapse
to a black hole and a neutron star,
(ii) modeling of gravitational waves from neutron-star binaries
based on numerical-relativity gravitational waveforms,
(iii) modeling of electromagnetic counterparts (macronovae/kilonovae,
short gamma-ray bursts, etc.) associated with neutron-star mergers,
including the studies of r-process nucleosynthesis,
(iv) studies of the formation processes for a variety of black holes
(stellar-mass, intermediate-mass, and supermassive black holes),
and gravitational-wave and electromagnetic signals associated
with the formation processes,
(v) studies of phenomena associated with supermassive black
holes, e.g., tidal disruption of stars by supermassive black holes
and emission of gravitational waves by EMRI,
(vi) numerical relativity beyond general relativity.
For more information, a list of required documentation,
and submission links to both postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions,
please go to: http://www.aei.mpg.de/2176900/nrjobs2018
The deadline for full consideration is January 15th, 2018.
The positions are available from August 2018, but may be earlier.
Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal
opportunity employer, and is committed to provide employment
opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or disability.
For further information please contact Dr. Masaru Shibata:
mshibata@yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp .
Perimeter Scholars International (PSI)
(Posted here Nov 20, 2017) From: "Perimeter Institute" <contact@perimeterinstitute.ca>Subject: Applications now open at Perimeter
Date: November 16, 2017 at 7:35:12 AM CST
Perimeter Scholars International (PSI)
Each year, Canadas Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics recruits approximately 30 exceptional science graduates for an immersive, 10-month physics boot camp: Perimeter Scholars International (PSI) This unique Masters program seeks not only students with stellar undergraduate physics track records, but also those with diverse backgrounds, collaborative spirit, creativity, and other attributes that will set them apart as future innovators.
Features of the program include: Fully-funded program - removing financial and/or geographical barriers to entry. Students will be provided with: full tuition, accommodation, meals, living stipend, health insurance, book and materials, necessary IT equipment, and travel supplement. The PSI program will expose students to the full breadth of theoretical physics in courses taught by world-leading theoretical physicists - Perimeter researchers and visiting scientists. Collaboration is valued over competition; deep understanding and creativity are valued over rote learning and examination PSI recruits worldwide: 85 percent of students come from outside of Canada PSI takes calculated risks, seeking extraordinary talent who may have non-traditional academic backgrounds but have demonstrated exceptional scientific aptitudeApplications are due by February 1, 2018. Apply online.
IDEAS Data Science Program at Northwestern University
(Posted here Nov 20, 2017) Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 8:48 AM, Michelle Lynn Paulsen <m-paulsen@northwestern.edu> wrote:I am the program director of IDEAS (http://www.ideas.ciera.northwestern.edu), a graduate-level data-science program at Northwestern University (funded as a National Science Foundation Research Traineeship; Vicky Kalogera is the PI). Were excited to spread the word about this program to undergraduate students who are now applying to graduate schools. This traineeship provides graduate students the opportunity to earn a certificate in Integrated Data Science, obtain training in programming and data visualization, and improve their oral and written communication skills. IDEAS provides one year of support to Northwestern PhD students who are pursuing research related to NSFs LIGO, LSST, and geo-science program Earthscope. We hope to help form a cohort of students who will work within and between disciplines to address the next generation of data-science questions. Please see our website (http://www.ideas.ciera.northwestern.edu) for more information.
PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
(Posted here Oct 31, 2017) The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoctoral appointments and Ph.D. positions. The postdoctoral positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority, and can last for a different number of years.The division, led by Dr. Alessandra Buonanno, is currently composed of 21 scientists, and one research group leader, Dr. Harald Pfeiffer. The division also hosts several long and short-term visitors.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave physics and astrophysics, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (effective field theory, post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical relativity, most notably simulations of binary black holes and binary neutron stars, (iii) interpretation and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors on the ground (LIGO and Virgo) and in space (LISA), (iv) astrophysics of compact objects, (v) cosmography with gravitational waves from binary systems, and (vi) tests of strong gravity within General Relativity and alternative gravity theories. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership, the LISA Consortium, and also participate in building the science case for third generation ground-based detectors (Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has two high-performance computer clusters (Minerva and Vulcan) to run numerical-relativity simulations, and to carry out source modelling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, the Humboldt University in Berlin, and the University of Potsdam.
For more information, a list of required documentation, and submission links to both postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions, please visit the job posting webpage.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and explanations on how to apply are summarized on the website.
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration for both Ph.D. and postdoctoral positions is, December 15, 2017. The positions are available as early as Spring 2018, but they can also start later, in Fall 2018. Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek: andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de
PhD Position at Leibniz University of Hannover/AEI
(Posted here Sept 18, 2017) From: Stefan Danilishin < stefan.danilishin@itp.uni-hannover.de>Subject: PhD position at Leibniz University of Hannover/AEI
Date: 2017-09-13 at 15:40:19 EDT
In the frame of the QUANOMET Research Initiative of the Ministry for Science and Culture in Lower Saxony, the Leibniz Universität Hannover invites applications for a PhD Student Position(Salary Scale 13 TV-L, 75 %)to be appointed as soon as possible. The position is initially limited until 31.10.2021, due to the funding period.The position is associated with the research group "Quantum optomechanics" within the Institutes for Theoretical Physics and for Gravitational Physics of the LUH led by Dr S. Danilishin. Research directions pursued by the group include theoretical studies of quantum effects in optomechanical systems, development of advanced quantum non-demolition (QND) measurement techniques for ultra-precise interferometric sensors, in particular, for the needs of gravitational-wave (GW) astronomy, and tests of foundations of quantum mechanics at macroscopic level with optomechanical devices.The group is working in the two main research directions: - Development of t!
he novel QND schemes of quantum noise suppression in the next generation GW detectors - Study of quantum correlations and quantum entanglement in macroscopic optomechanical systems RequirementsWe are pleased to invite candidates with an academic degree in physics. Good mathematical skills and proficiency with numerical and analytical software tools
(e.g. MATLAB, Mathematica, etc.) is expected from the candidate.
Experience in quantum optics and laser interferometry is helpful but not required.As an equal opportunities employer, Leibniz Universität Hannover intends to promote women in the context of statutory requirements. For this reason suitably qualified women are specifically invited to apply.Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preferential treatment.Please send your application until October 31, 2017 in electronic form toEmail: stefan.danilishin@aei.mpg.deGottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Institut für Gravitationsphysik
Herrn Dr. Stefan Danilishin Callinstraße 38
30167 Hannover If you need further information please contact Dr Stefan Danilishin, Institute for Theoretical Physics, Phone: +49 (0) 511 762-14674, Email: stefan.danilishinaei.mpg.de.Due to urgency, the review of applications will start immediately and will be continued until the final selection of applicant.
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Callinstrasse 38, 30167 Hannover, Germany
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E-mail 1:
stefan.danilishin@aei.uni-hannover.de
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stefan.danilishin@itp.uni-hannover.de
PhD Opportunity in Seismology (Physics) for GW Detection at the University of Western Australia
(Posted here Sept 4, 2017) From: Li Ju < li.ju@uwa.edu.au>Subject: PhD ad
Date: 2017-08-29 at 16:42:25 GMT+2
PhD opportunity in Seismology (Physics) for Gravitational Wave Detection
Institution: University of Western Australia, School of Physics and Astrophysics
Open Until: 2017-10-28
Applications and inquiries are invited from highly qualified and motivated students wishing to pursue a PhD degree in Seismological aspects of Gravitational Wave Detection. The successful PhD candidate will work on seismic array optimisation, data analysis, and modelling to improve the detection capabilities of the gravitational wave detector through active measurement and subtraction or feedback of seismic signals for noise suppression. Applicants should have a BS or MS degree in Geophysics, Physics, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics with strong computing skills.
The University of Western Australia is currently ranked #91 in the world, and located in beautiful Perth, Western Australia, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. The research group has access to the state of the art seismic instrumentation, and a world-class Top 50 high performance supercomputing facility. The project is collaborative with the University of Western Australia (Dr Saygin), the University of Texas at Dallas (Prof Lumley), and the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (Prof Blair).
For more information, please contact Prof. David Blair (david.blair<at>uwa.edu.au) or
Dr. Erdinc Saygin (erdinc.saygin<at>uwa.edu.au), along with:
A CV, including a list of any publications and relevant research or work
Academic transcripts, showing all courses taken and grades obtained
A sample of scientific/engineering software you have written
Your full contact details Names and contact details of three referees
PhD Position at Hamburg University
(Posted here Aug 27, 2017) From: Roman < roman.schnabel@physnet.uni-hamburg.de>Subject: Open PhD position at Hamburg University
Date: 2017-08-24 at 08:10:17 EDT
We are seeking a PhD student for experimental work on balanced homodyne detection in an opto-mechanical table-top setup.
This project is part of the European training network "Opto-Mechanical Technologies" (OMT) http://www.omt-etn.net .
Applicants need to have a Master of Science degree, less than 4 years of working experience after their master studies and need to have spent less than 12 months in Germany in the past 3 years.
More information can be found here:
http://photon.physnet.uni-hamburg.de/en/ilp/schnabel/open-positions1/
Please send your application to
roman.schnabel@physnet.uni-hamburg.de
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Professor Dr. Roman Schnabel
Institut für Laserphysik und
Zentrum für Optische Quantentechnologien
Universität Hamburg
PRACE Summer of HPC
(Posted here Jan 24, 2017) Deadline to Apply: 2017-02-19Deadline to Remove: 2017-02-20
Job Summary: Summer of HPC is a PRACE programme that offers summer placements at HPC centres across Europe. Up to 21 top applicants from across Europe will be selected to participate. Participants will spend two months working on projects related to PRACE scientific or industrial work and ideally produce a visualisation or video of their results. The programme will run from July 1st, to August 31th 2017. At the end of the programme, two best participants will be awarded for their contribution there are awards for Best Visualisation and for HPC Ambassador. Flights, accommodation & a stipend will be provided to all successful applicants; all you need to bring is your interest in computing and some enthusiasm.
Job URL: "https://summerofhpc.prace-ri.eu/apply":https://summerofhpc.prace-ri.eu/apply
Job Location: Europe
Institution: Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE)
Requisition Number:
Posting Date: 2017-01-20
Job Posting Type: Graduate Fellowship
Please visit "http://hpcuniversity.org/careers/":http://hpcuniversity.org/careers/ to view this job on HPCU.
Please contact "jobs@hpcuniversity.org":mailto:jobs@hpcuniversity.org with questions.
Faculty, Postdoctoral Researchers and Student Positions at Perimeter
(Posted here Jan 6, 2017) Dear Colleague, Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics has a number of faculty, postdoc and graduate research positions open. Deadlines are noted within most of the postings, though applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Please help us share these opportunities among your colleagues and students by forwarding this information to them: Faculty- Faculty Positions in Condensed Matter Theory
- Faculty Positions in Quantum Information Science
- Associate Faculty
- Associate/Full Professor - Mathematical Physics with University of Toronto
- Visiting Researchers - Sabbatical Program
- Emmy Noether Visiting Fellowships
- Affiliate Members
- Perimeter Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Fields-Perimeter Africa Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Quantum Causal Structures Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Discretuum to Continuum Postdoctoral Fellowship
- PhD Students
- Perimeter Scholars International (PSI) - Graduate Program
- Secondary (High School) Students
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IAU PhD Prize to Recognize Excellence in Astrophysics
(Posted here Nov 17, 2016) Dear Colleague, The IAU is pleased to announce a new prize, called the IAU PhD Prize, to recognise outstanding scientific achievement in astrophysics around the world. Please read the official announcement of the Prize here:http://www.iau.org/news/announcements/detail/ann16044/ Best regards,Piero Benvenuti --
Piero Benvenuti
IAU General Secretary
e-mail: iau-general.secretary@iap.fr
Tel.: +33 (0)1 43 25 83 58
Perimeter Scholars International Master's Program
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- Students learn from world-leading theoretical physicists resident Perimeter researchers and visiting scientists within the inspiring environment of Perimeter Institute
- Collaboration is valued over competition; deep understanding and creativity are valued over rote learning and examination
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Postdoctoral and Ph.D. Positions and Max-Planck Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
(Posted here Nov 17, 2016) The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity division (http://www.aei.mpg.de/1282161/Astrophysical_and_Cosmological_Relativity), led by Alessandra Buonanno, at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoc appointments and Ph.D positions. The postdoc positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority.The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astrophysics, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors, (iv) astrophysics of compact objects and (v) tests of General Relativity. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They can also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the LISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research at the division also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates and students interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, the Humboldt University in Berlin, and the University of Potsdam.
To apply for a Ph.D. or postdoctoral position at the AEI please go to: www.aei.mpg.de/gwjobs2017 and fill out the application form.
Required application documents: A curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de ).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and instructions on how to apply can be found at www.aei.mpg.de/maxplanckfellowships
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration for both Ph.D. and postdoctoral positions is January 8th, 2017.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please contact Dr. Andre Schirotzek ( andre.schirotzek@aei.mpg.de ).
LIGO Visitor Program: Deadline Oct 1st for Visits in 2017
(Posted here Sep 7, 2016) From:Norna A Robertson
nroberts@ligo.caltech.edu
Dear colleagues
This a reminder about the LIGO visitors program. Specifically this is a reminder about upcoming deadlines.
Faculty and senior staff: applications by 1st October 2016 for visits during the following calendar year (2017).
Postdocs and graduate students: applications by 1st October 2016 for visits starting on or after 1 Jan 2017. Further calls for applications will take place at 3 month intervals.
Applications for short visits from all levels can be made at any time.
Further details including application forms can be found at our website
https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/visitor-program
Postdoc Position and PhD Position at AEI
(Posted here Aug 24, 2016) The Albert Einstein Institute in Hanover is offering one position for a post-doctoral researcher and one position for a PhD student in the newly formed independent research group led by Frank Ohme. The research focus is on the interpretation of gravitational-wave observations made by the Advanced LIGO+Virgo network with the help of Bayesian parameter estimation techniques and numerical simulations of colliding binaries. The start date is negotiable, but can be as early as 1st January 2017.More details can be found on
* post doc: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1919706/post-doc-mprg-hannover
* PhD student: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1922169/phd-student-position-in-gravitational-wave-astronomy
Postdoctoral and PhD positions in the gravitational wave group at The Chinese University of Hong Kong
(Posted here April 8, 2016) The gravitational wave group at The Chinese University of Hong Kong invites applications for one postdoctoral and several PhD research positions in gravitational-wave data analysis and phenomenology. The group led by Dr. Tjonnie Li is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and is expected to expand rapidly over the next several years. The successful candidate will participate in the analysis of Advanced LIGO and Advanced Virgo data, and in the development of new methods for the scientific exploitation of future gravitational wave detections, with a focus on the coalescence of compact binary systems composed of neutron stars or black holes. Applicants for the postdoctoral position should expect to have their PhD, preferably in gravitational-wave physics or related fields, prior to the start of their appointment. For the PhD positions a bachelor's or master's degree in Astronomy/Physics with outstanding results is required. Further information on these positions can be obtained from Dr. Tjonnie Li (tgfli@phy.cuhk.edu.hk). Applications should be sent to tgfli@phy.cuhk.edu.hk and must include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications (if applicable), a research statement, and the names and contact details of two or more references. Furthermore, applicants should request that two or more letters of recommendations be sent directly to tgfli@phy.cuhk.edu.hk Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Further information about the University and the general terms of service is available at http://www.per.cuhk.edu.hk. Applications for the postdoctoral position will be accepted until the post is filled. Applications for the PhD positions should be submitted no later than 22-April-2016.Postdoc/PhD positions available in gravitational wave signal processing a the University of Western Australia
(Posted here April 6, 2016) The University of Western Australia (UWA) gravity group http://www.gravity.uwa.edu.au/invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position or PhD program in the area of gravitational wave signal processing and multi-messenger astronomy for ground-based interferometric gravitational-wave detectors.The initial appointment for the postdoc will be for one year, renewable to two years and possibly longer depending on funding and performance. The postdoc position is available immediately.
The UWA PhD program application information can be found in http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/future-students/postgrad/international for international students, and in http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/future-students/postgrad/domestic for Australian students.
We are looking for highly motivated applicants with interest in gravitational wave search pipeline development and its applications to searches for gravitational wave signals on LIGO/VIRGO detector data.For the postdoc position: experience with signal processing is essential. Hands on skills on programming with Python, C/C++ are desirable. Experience with programming on Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) is a plus. The postdoc will have opportunities to develop their own research programs and obtain future funding support through competitive funding programs in Australia.
Informal enquiries of both the postdoc or PhD position can be made to Prof. Linqing Wen by email at linqing.wen AT uwa.edu.au. For the postdoc position, a complete application should include a CV including a list of publications, a statement of research interests, and names and contact information of at least three references.
Blue Waters Internship
(Posted here December 28, 2015) To help prepare the next generation of supercomputing researchers, the Blue Waters project offers paid internships to undergraduate students across the country.- Interns participate in a two-week hands-on workshop, introducing them to the basics of high-performance computing.
- After the workshop, each intern works with a mentor and pursues a computational research R&D project over the course of the year.
- Each intern receives a stipend of $5,000.
Apply for an Internship
To see available internship projects and to apply, see the online applications. Note that the application allows you to identify a specific faculty mentor; students who have taken the initiative to arrange an internship with a faculty member are more likely to be selected for this program.
Applications must be submitted by Feb. 1, 2016, and notifications will be made by March 1, 2016.
Interns will participate in the two-week Petascale Institute in late May 2016 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Students are expected to begin their projects after the workshop and to work full time during the summer, continuing the projects as their schedules allow during the academic year. Interns must submit a final paper or poster on their project; select interns will present their projects at the 2017 Blue Waters Symposium. Internships will conclude by May 31, 2017.
Post-doctoral and PhD Positions in Gravitational Wave Astronomy at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam
(Posted here November 17, 2015) The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division, led by Dr. Alessandra Buonanno, at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoc appointments and Ph.D positions beginning September 2016. The postdoc positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority. The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astronomy, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of datafrom gravitational-wave detectors, and (iv) astrophysics of compact objects. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They could also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the eLISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research at the division also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Dr. Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates and students interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, and the Joint Space-Science Institute.
To apply for a postdoctoral position please fill out this form
http://www.aei.mpg.de/1795408/gwpostdocjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division also offers Max Planck Fellowships to non-German scientists. Information on those fellowships and explanations on how to apply are summarized here http://www.aei.mpg.de/maxplanckfellowships If you are interested in doing a Ph.D. at the AEI please fill out this form
http://www.aei.mpg.de/1795440/gwstudentjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
Contact:
Mrs. Ute Schlichting
Max-Planck-Institut fuer Gravitationsphysik
Albert-Einstein-Institut
Am Muehlenberg 1 Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 3, 2016. The search will continue until positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please send an email to Ute Schlichting (<ute.schlichting@aei.mpg.de>).
Distinguished Student Seminar Program
(Posted here October 22, 2015) The DS3 Program: Summary Statement http://www.aps.org/units/fip/news/student-seminar.cfm "The Forum on International Physics invites applications to the Distinguished Student Seminar Program, which recognizes outstanding students in any field of physics. Both graduate students and exceptional undergraduates will be considered, based on any or all of the following elements: academic and research excellence, teaching, outreach to schoolchildren and the public, and leadership in diffusing the knowledge of physics in their home country or abroad. Special attention will be given to applications from students from developing countries, or working in those countries. Successful applicants will be invited to an annual APS meeting in 2016 to give a seminar on their work, or participate in a panel dealing with issues affecting students."APS Travel Grant Programs with India and Brazil
(Posted here October 5, 2015) APS is accepting applications from Ph.D. students, postdocs, and professors for its exchange programs with Brazil and India.The programs provide physics Ph.D. students and postdocs with travel funds to pursue opportunities such as attending a summer school or working temporarily in a laboratory. Professors can apply to teach a short course or give a lecture series in physics. The application deadline is November 2, 2015.
Specifically, APS is accepting proposals for the U.S.-India Travel Grant Program from applicants in the United States and India. This program is sponsored with the Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF).
APS is accepting proposals from applicants at U.S. institutions for the Brazil-U.S. Exchange Program, which is sponsored with the Sociedade Brasileira de Física.
Applications and any inquiries can be directed to Michele Irwin in the APS Office of International Affairs at irwin@aps.org.
PhD Positions in Advanced Virgo Activities
(Posted here June 11, 2015) Dear colleagues, in the GraWIToN project, supported by the European Commission, 2 ESR (Early Stage Researcher) positions have been opened by INFN at the Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) where the young researchers will attend the first year of the international doctorate school. In the remaining two years of contract the PhD students will be involved in Advanced Virgo activities in one of the INFN units participating to GraWIToN. At the end of the 3 years the ESR will achieve the doctorate degree. Salary is quite appealing, defined directly by EU in the GraWIToN project (FP7-ITN). Please, click here to download the documentation of the call (or contact me in case you need more info). Best Regards MicheleDr. Michele Punturo Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare (INFN)- Sez. di Perugia - Italy European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) Virgo experiment: http://www.virgo.infn.it/ ET project: http://www.et-gw.eu/ ELiTES FP7 project: http://www.et-gw.eu/descriptionelites GraWIToN FP7project: http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/ phone (INFN): +39 075 585 2747 phone (EGO): +39 050 752 334 skype: punturo Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/michele-punturo/63/a61/b06/en
PhD Position at Birmingham
(Posted here May 12, 2015) PhD position `Design and modelling of new quantum sensors'This project is hosted by the Astrophysics and Space Research group within the framework of the National Quantum Technology Hub led by Professor Kai Bongs. The Quantum Hub targets cutting-edge interdisciplinary research of cold atom and optical physics as well as various engineering pushing the frontier of quantum sensing and metrology technologies in collaboration with over 70 industry partners.
In the last decade the field of atom interferometry has come of age. Advances and miniaturisation of laser cooling and trapping methods (Nobel Prize 1997), that are used to prepare atoms and ions in a well-controlled state, have allowed the development of numerous forms of cold-atom sensor. The mission of the Quantum Hub is to take this laboratory-tested corner stone of quantum mechanics and develop prototypes for marketable devices that out-perform conventional sensors. We are also developing new interferometric sensors for precision measurements, for example, a cold-atom based quantum sensor for precision measurements of gravity, laser interferometers for the detection of gravitational waves, and cold-atom based rotation sensors for inertial navigation systems.
The aim of this project is to develop a new numerical modelling tool for the design and evaluation of precision instruments at the quantum level. In particular, we will integrate a model for cold-atom based sensors within our existing numerical simulation framework. The models will be developed in tandem with experimental efforts both in our own group and with our partners in the Quantum Hub. We will collaborate closely with industrial partners to create a commercial sensor.
Our group has significant experience in experimental physics and a successful track record in developing and maintaining one of the main software tools in the field, Finesse. The laser interferometers in current gravitational-wave detectors are the most sensitive interferometric length sensors ever built. Their sensitivity is limited by fundamental noise, such as the quantum fluctuations of the laser light itself. However, even quantum fluctuations can be reduced with new quantum optics techniques. These techniques often rely on very high laser powers at that change the behaviour of an interferometer through radiation pressure effects on the optical components. This is a new regime of interferometry that we are only now are beginning to explore.
We continue to develop new numerical algorithms to study the such systems, in particular their quantum behaviour, the dynamic opto-mechanical coupling and the limiting noise sources. This project will provide an interesting mix of theoretical quantum physics, numerical modelling of physical systems for the design of optical and atom interferometers, and testing the results with world-leading experiments.
This position is available now for candidates from the UK or EU. For more information, please contact Andreas Freise at adf@star.sr.bham.ac.uk.
References:
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/quantum/
http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/
http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse/
PhD Opportunities at The Gran Sasso Science Institute
The Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) has opened a new call for PhD applications (deadline 15 April 2015). 40 positions (all with fellowship) are available starting from 1 November 2015 in:- Astroparticle Physics
- Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences
- Computer Science
- Urban Studies
The PhD degree will be released jointly with prestigious educational institutions such as the post-graduate School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) of Trieste (for Astroparticle Physics and Mathematics), the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna of Pisa (for Urban Studies) and the institute for advanced studies Institutions Markets Technologies (IMT) of Lucca (for Computer Science).
You can find details on the application procedure and on the research activities in the attached file and on the web page atwww.gssi.infn.it What we offer to our students
We want our students get the best possible experience during their time at the Gran Sasso Science Institute. We provide them free housing plus the standard three years PhD grant. Meals expenses will be covered with luncheon vouchers, and other recreational and cultural services will be offered. The GSSI is a project supported by the Organization for Cooperation and Economic Development (OECD).
For more information please visit our web site www.gssi.infn.it or contact the School secretary atinfo@gssi.infn.it
The poster is available here:https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33139625/GSSI_A4_2015.pdf
PhD Opportunity in Seismic Isolation at the University of Brussels
(Posted here February 16, 2015) Date: February 15, 2015 at 2:29:38 PM CST From: Christophe Collette <ccollett@ulb.ac.be> To: <gonzalez@lsu.edu> Subject: PhD opportunity in seismic isolation at the University of Brussels Dear Gaby,I am writing to ask if you could circulate the following link to the LSC regarding a PhD opportunity in seismic isolation at the University of Brussels (ULB):
http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess/index.cfm/jobs/jobDetails/33985148
Many thanks !
Christophe
PhD Positions at Texas Tech
(Posted here January 8, 2015) There is a new gravity group at Texas Tech University (TTU): Professors Alessandra Corsi (started August 2014) and Benjamin Owen (starting January 2015) work on gravitational wave data analysis, and Owen also does theoretical work on sources of gravitational waves. Both are looking for graduate students, and several postdocs and undergraduates are already joining the group.TTU gravity is part of the astronomy group, which started within the Physics Department in January 2013 as part of TTU's ongoing drive to enhance its research profile. The other astronomy faculty include Thomas Maccarone and David Sand, both having research overlap with gravity via compact objects, extreme astrophysics, and transient electromagnetic astronomy. TTU is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, and the astronomy group maintains strong collaborations with gravity and astronomy groups at many other institutions.
More information on the TTU physics department is available at http://www.phys.ttu.edu. The graduate application process is described at http://www.phys.ttu.edu/grad_step_by_step.html. The deadline for applications for Fall 2015 is February 1, 2015, so apply soon!
Postdoctoral and Doctoral Openings at the AEI in Potsdam
(Posted here November 14, 2014) The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division, led by Dr. Alessandra Buonanno (http://www.aei.mpg.de/1282161/Astrophysical_and_Cosmological_Relativity), at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoc appointments beginning September 2015. The positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority. Students who wish to pursue a Ph.D. in gravitational-wave astronomy are also invited to apply.The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division focuses on several aspects of gravitational-wave astronomy, including (i) theoretical gravitational dynamics (post-Newtonian theory, gravitational self-force approach, perturbation theory and effective-one-body formalism), (ii) numerical simulations of gravitational-wave sources, (iii) source modeling and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors, and (iv) astrophysics of compact objects. Members of the division have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration through the group's membership. They could also be involved in Pulsar-Timing-Array projects and the eLISA mission.
The gravitational-wave data-analysis research also includes work on the detection of continuous gravitational-wave signals, led by Dr. Maria Alessandra Papa's group and located at the AEI campus in Hannover. Postdoctoral candidates interested in this research topic are also encouraged to apply.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has high-performance computer clusters to run numerical-relativity simulations, and carry out source modeling and data-analysis studies.
The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" division has ties with the Physics Department at the University of Maryland, notably the gravitation theory and experimental groups, and the Joint Space-Science Institute.
To apply for a postdoctoral position please fill out this form:http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629128/gwpostdocjpobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
If you are interested in doing a Ph.D. at the AEI please fill out this form: http://www.aei.mpg.de/1629215/gwstudentjobs
and upload a curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of past, current and future research interests. Applicants would need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to gwjobs@aei.mpg.de).
Contact:
Mrs. Ute Schlichting
Max-Planck-Institut fuer Gravitationsphysik
Albert-Einstein-Institut
Am Muehlenberg 1
D-14476 Golm
Germany
email: gwjobs@aei.mpg.de
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 4, 2015. The search will continue until positions are filled.
The Max Planck Institute encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
For further information please send an email to Alessandra Buonanno (alessandra.buonanno@aei.mpg.de) (See also http://www.aei.mpg.de/jobs/gwjobs2015)
Postdoc and PhD Opportunities at University of Western Australia
(Posted here November 3, 2014) From: David Blair <david.gerald.blair@gmail.com> Subject: Postdoc and PhD Opportunities in the Einstein-First Physics Education Pro Date: November 2, 2014 8:45:29 AM CST To: Gabriela Gonzalez <gonzalez@lsu.edu> Cc: Ju Li <juli@physics.uwa.adu.au> Hi Gaby, I am writing to ask if you could circulate the attached document: Ad-_Einstein-First_for_LSC.pdf to the LSC regarding post doc and PhD and Masters degree opportunities ay UWA. Many thanks davidDavid Blair
Winthrop Professor
Director, Australian International Gravitational Research Centre (WA Government Centre of Excellence)
david.blair@uwa.edu.au
david.gerald.blair@gmail.com
PhD Program in Physics at Trento University
(Posted here September 2, 2014) Dear all,We welcome applications to the PhD Programme in Physics at Trento University, Italy, both on experimental gravitation and on other research topics of interest to the Physics Department at Trento. Trento University is ranked among the top Italian Universities by third institutions since many years.
The deadline for the on-line application procedure is September 11, 2014. Applications are also accepted from students expecting to complete their M.Sc. degree by October 31, 2014. Referees indicated by applicants will be asked to send their support letters by September 16. Applicants passing the assessment of qualifications will be interviewed starting from September 29; applicants may ask for a remote interview.
Link to PhD selection procedure:
http://web.unitn.it/en/drphys/8892/selection-admission
Poster of the PhD call:
http://web.unitn.it/files/download/8892/call_30cycle_phd_physics_univ_trento.pdf
For information please contact Giovanni Prodi, giovannniandrea.prodi@unitn.it, Head of the Doctoral School in Physics at Trento and responsible of the local Virgo Collaboration group.
Our group comprises researchers from University of Trento, INFN Padova and CNR-FBK Trento. Our main research topics on gravitational wave searches are known in our community:
- squeezed-light sensitivity enhancement for Advanced Virgo (most recent activity)
- data analysis for transient signal searches in LIGO-Virgo data (main pipeline for all-sky burst group searches, glitch rejection, localization of the source and signal waveform reconstruction). In addition, we are investigating effects predicted by quantum gravity models at the Planck scale [1] as well as ponderomotive squeezing of light and coupling of squeezed light with mechanical degrees of freedom. These activities are based on opto-mechanical experiments using original micro-opto-mechanical-systems [2]. All the research topics will involve active collaboration of the successful PhD applicant with other leading groups in the related field.
We would be grateful if you can circulate this announcement to interested people.
Sincerely yours,
Giovanni Andrea Prodi and Jean-Pierre Zendri
[1] Nature Physics 9, 7173 (2013)
[2] Ann. Phys. (2014)
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/andp.201400093/abstract
Postdoc and Graduate Student Positions at AEI - Hanover
(Posted here July 29, 2014) The Albert Einstein Institute (AEI) in Hanover is looking for one Postdoc and several PhD students in the field of physics (experimental, computer simulations, data analysis) in the framework of the collaborative research center geo-Q. geo-Q is a new "Sonderforschungsbereich" about new techniques to observe the Earth gravity field and is a joint project with the University of Hannover, the PTB in Braunschweig, ZARM in Bremen and international collaboration partners. Open positions at the AEI will concern the projects- Optical noise sources of low Earth orbiter links
- Nanometer intersatellite ranging systems
- Multichannel interferometry for optical gradiometry
- Observation of spurious forces
- GRACE Follow-On mock data challenge
ESR position in GW Data Analysis for a PhD in Urbino/Firenze or Genova
(Posted here July 7, 2014) Dear all, please see details below about an ESR (Early Stage Researcher) position in GW Data Analysis for a PhD in Urbino/Firenze or Genova; please direct any questions to Gianluca Guido (gianluca.guidi@uniurb.it), and forward to interested candidates. Thanks! Gaby. Dear colleagues, within the GraWIToN project, an ESR (Early Stage Researcher) position in GW Data Analysis have been opened by INFN. ESR contract lasts for 3 years, the first one at the Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) where the young researchers will attend the first year of the international doctorate school and the remaining two years in one of the INFN units of Urbino/Firenze or Genova (see below), both involved in Advanced Virgo. At the end of the 3 years the ESR will achieve the doctorate degree. Salary is quite appealing, defined directly by EU in the GraWIToN project (FP7-ITN). Note that the closing date for applications is very soon: 10th July, 2014. For this PhD position there is the possibility to choose between two main subjects:Multi-Messenger Analysis and Data Analysis Workflow.
The Multi-Messenger program will be mainly developed in the INFN group of Urbino/Firenze and will concentrate on the interconnections between EM and GW astronomy, especially for signals coming from compact coalescing binaries. The main focus will be on low latency GW observations and how to use the EM-GW messengers to perform a combined analysis. The work will rely on the analysis of real GW-EM data. The group is very active in the EM-GW multi-messenger approach and it is currently composed by GW scientists and GRB astronomers.
The Data Analysis workflow program will be mainly developed in the INFN group of Genova. The program is connected to the software and hardware implementation for DA analysis,
and thus concentrate on software modularity and re-usability, implementation of DA workflow (cross-platform and grid enabled) and application to multimessenger data exchange.
For more information: http://www.gssi.infn.it/index.php/en/announcements-all/1044-call-for-3-early-stage-researcher-fellowships-at-infn and http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/Best regards
Gianluca
Experimental PhD student positions at AEI
(Posted here July 7, 2014) Dear all, Please see below calls for PhD students at AEI in the framework of a European ITN (Initial Training Network), to work on the power stabilization of high-power lasers and thestabilization of high-power fiber-lasers; email Harald Luck if you have any questions. Also please forward to interested candidates. Thanks! Gaby. From: Harald Lück <harald.lueck@aei.mpg.de> Subject: Fw: GraWIToN Ausschreibungen Date: May 24, 2014 4:09:18 AM CDT To: Michele Punturo <michele.punturo@ego-gw.it>, Gabriela Gonzalez <gonzalez@lsu.edu>
Dear Gaby, dear Michele,
in the framework of a European ITN (Initial Training Network) we will have two positions to offer at the AEI at the conditions described in the attached files. May I ask you to distribute this information to the LSC and the ET members?
Many thanks and best greetings, Harald
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Dr. Harald Lück
Zentrum für Gravitationsphysik:
Institut für Gravitationsphysik der Leibniz Universität Hannover und
Max-Planck Institut für Gravitationsphysik
Callinstr. 38
30167 Hannover
Tel. 0511 762-4777
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CALL_GraWITon_AEI_ESR9_final.pdf, CALL_GraWITon_AEI_ESR10_final.pdf, ApplicationFormGraWIToN.pdf
PhD student opportunities in GW research in Europe
(Posted here July 7, 2014) Dear all, Please see below the announcement below for PhD student opportunities with the "GraWIToN project", brought to out attention by our colleague Michele Punturo. He says they are looking for graduate students, of any nationality, interested to a 3-years PhD experience in Europe, in GW research. Please forward to any interested candidates! Thanks, Gaby. The GraWIToN project is an Initial Training Network, funded by the European Commission within the Framework Programme 7, aiming to the training of 13 PhDs students in the Gravitational Research field. The 13 researchers are recruited by institutions and private companies in Europe (see here the list) and at the end of the 3 years of contract they will achieve the doctoral degree in one of the universities involved in the project. The students will be inserted in an international environment,they will collaborate to the Advanced Virgo and GEO experiments and they will enter in direct contact with the private sector, thanks to the participation of high tech companies to the project. Network schools, directly organized by the GraWIToN consortium, and the participation to international workshops and conferences will integrate the training offer. Very competitive salary is proposed, thanks to the European grant. The list of positions still open is available here: http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/index.php/jobopportunities In particular the PhDs recruited by EGO, INFN, University of Pisa and Boostec will be deeply involved in the Advanced Virgo activities In case you need more information: Michele Punturo (michele.punturo@pg.infn.it)PhD Position at the University of Pisa
(Posted here July 7, 2014) Dear all, Please see below an announcement for an Early Stage Researcher position available in the Physics PhD program of the University of Pisa. Please ask any questions to Prof. Francesco Fidecaro (francesco.fidecaro@df.unipi.it), and forward to interested candidates. Thanks! Gaby. Within the GraWIToN project, 1 ESR (Early Stage Researcher) position is available in the Physics PhD program of the University of Pisa. Candidates should not have studied or worked in an Italy based institution for the last three years. ESR contract lasts for three years, to be spent with the doctorate school, with a SME in parallel computing partner of the project, and at other laboratories involved in the GraWIToN project. At the end of the 3 years the ESR will achieve the doctorate degree. Salary is defined directly by EU in the GraWIToN project (FP7-ITN) and includes mobility allowance.For more information:
http://www.df.unipi.it/content/news/140531/marie-sk%C5%82odowskacurie-actions-phd-student-position
http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess/index.cfm/jobs/fgDetails/69163
and
http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/
PhD and Postdoctoral Positions at the University of Glasgow
(Posted here June 26, 2014) I) Postdoc Position on Speedmeter Proof-of-Principle ExperimentWe are seeking applications for a new postdoc to work with us on the successful realisation of our ambitious speedmeter proof-of-principle experiment (<a href="http://www.speed-meter.eu/" target="_blank">www.speed-meter.eu</a>). The position will be for a duration of 2 years initially, and the starting salary will range depending on experience of the candidate from £26,527 to £36,661. The closing date for applications the 27th of July.
To see full details of the position and apply please go here: <a href="http://bit.ly/1iB35Tu" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1iB35Tu</a>
For any questions please feel free to contact Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>)
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II) PhD position on interferometry with back-action noise evasion
The goal of this ERC project is the design, construction and operation the world's first Sagnac speedmeter. In a regime which is dominated by radiation pressure forces, with our experiment we will demonstrate that a measurement precision beyond the conventional back-action noise level is possible. To enter this regime, top-notch ultra-high precision laser interferometry techniques will be combined to create a challenging and scientifically highly rewarding experiment. Within this experiment, potential fields of work for the prospective PhD student include such diverse topics as monolithic mirror suspensions, high-finesse optical cavities, low-noise analogue electronics, digital control and modelling of opto-mechanical systems.
This studentship includes 3 years of salary and covers tuition fees. The student will be able to profit from a wide range of integrated high-class research and teaching activities carried out at the University of Glasgow, from the Scottish Universities Physics Alliance (SUPA) and our international collaborators.
Closing date for applications is the 20th of July 2014. Please send your application letter and CV to Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>)
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III) Interdisciplinary PhD studentship position on interferometric methods for measuring climate change induced stone decay of historic buildings
This studentship, titled "Sensing and understanding the resilience of sandstones", is funded by 'Historic Scotland' to investigate the decay of historic sandstone buildings caused by climate change and acid rain. One core aspect of this project will be to monitor the stone decay on microscopical scales in real time using laser interferometry. The student will work in a highly interdisciplinary environment, with supervisors from the School of Geographical and Earth Sciences, the School of Physics and the School of Engineering at the University of Glasgow. The studentship will cover tuition fees and salary for 3 years. If you are interested in this position please contact Stefan Hild (<a href="mailto:stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk" target="_blank">stefan.hild@glasgow.ac.uk</a>) before the end of July 2014.
Two PhD positions in gravitational-wave related projects, University of Birmingham
(Posted here April 27, 2014) Please find below the announcement for two PhD positions in gravitational-wave related projects. The positions are funded by the European Marie Curie Initial Training Network GraWIToN (<a href="http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/" target="_blank">http://www.grawiton-gw.eu/</a>) and provide very attractive salary and mobility opportunities. Only non-UK candidates are eligible, no previous experience with gravitation-wave projects is required. The closing date for applications is 23.05.2014.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Andreas Freise (<a href="mailto:a.freise@bham.ac.uk" target="_blank">a.freise@bham.ac.uk</a>) and Ilya Mandel (<a href="mailto:imandel@star.sr.bham.ac.uk" target="_blank">imandel@star.sr.bham.ac.uk</a>). For information about our group, see <a href="http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/" target="_blank">http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/gwgroup/</a>.
To download the details and submit an electronic application online, please go to <a href="http://www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs</a> and quote the Job References 52271 or 52272.
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Project 52271
Title: Computational modelling of advanced laser-interferometric gravitational wave detectors
Our research group at the University of Birmingham specialises in precision measurements with laser interferometers. We have leading roles in the optical design of large international projects and do tests of new optical technologies in our own laboratory experiments with small prototype laser interferometers. The largest and most precise laser interferometers today are ground-based gravitational wave detectors. The most advanced of these machines, Advanced LIGO, will start operation in 2015. Our group is involved with the installation of the instrument, using numerical simulations to understand unexpected problems with the optics. At the same time we are investigating new optical technologies for future detectors such as the Einstein Telescope. Our group investigates new optical designs to mitigate the effects of beam shape changes, and the quantum optical coupling between the light and the optics. We develop and provide one of the main simulation packages for the international science community<a href="http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse" target="_blank">http://www.gwoptics.org/finesse</a>.
The specific objective of this project is to perform a new implementation of an optical simulation code that will enable accurate prediction of mirror surface effects as well as photon quantum effects. The model shall be implemented using GPU-based libraries making the software accessible to experimentalists and designers for rapid prototyping work patterns. In collaboration with Trii Technologies we will provide the student with the necessary knowledge and support to leverage the latest GPU-based technology. The student will work closely with experimentalists in Hannover, Glasgow and Pisa to develop and execute test plans for suspended, quantum-limited interferometers.
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Project 52272
Title: Studying neutron-star and black-hole binaries with gravitational waves
Gravitational waves will provide a unique way to explore the Universe --- to observe in detail a variety of astrophysical and relativistic phenomena. Advanced ground-based gravitational-wave detectors will go beyond just making the first detections of these elusive signals. They will allow us to expand our reach in space and time, and provide answers to deep questions about astrophysics and strong-field general relativity. Our group at the University of Birmingham leads the preparations for source analysis, data analysis, and astrophysical interpretation that will enable us to take full advantage of the wealth of information that will be available.
Gravitational waves from mergers of compact binaries composed of neutron stars and black holes encode the parameters of the source: binary component masses and spins, as well as the binary's sky location, inclination, and the distance to the binary. Accessing this information is critical for enabling astrophysical inference, but is very challenging because of the multi-modal, multi-dimensional nature of the parameter space. Our group led the successful effort to enable parameter estimation for the initial generation of ground-based gravitational-wave detectors using sophisticated Bayesian techniques. However, parameter inference on signals from advanced and third-generation detectors will bring a new set of challenges. The in-band duration of gravitational sources will increase significantly, from tens of seconds for binary neutron stars in initial detectors to tens of minutes in advanced detectors to days in third-generation detectors. Analyzing such long data streams will be prohibitively computationally expensive without innovative techniques. Methods will need to be developed to deal with potential data drop-outs, changes in noise properties, calibration changes, or glitches over the course of the long signals. The motion of the detectors on the sky as a result of the rotation of the Earth will need to be considered for the first time. The high signal-to-noise ratio that some sources are likely to have in advanced detectors will mean that proper handling of systematic biases from imperfect waveform models is critical. This project will address these challenges while providing an opportunity to explore binary astrophysics and learn sophisticated Bayesian data analysis techniques such as Markov-chain Monte Carlo and nested sampling.
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