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Postdoctoral position in stellar populations
Job Summary
Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
Masaryk University
Department
Department of theoretical physics and astrophysics
Number of Positions Available
1
Duration
4 Years
Could the duration be extended?
Yes
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
Brno
Czechia
Job Description
This postdoctoral position is designed for a researcher with scientific interests in the field of stellar populations in galaxies. The position allows for flexibility in the specific research focus, which can range from more theoretical approaches to contributing to the development of the group’s code base (e.g., galIMF code on GitHub). Candidates with observational expertise are equally welcome to apply. The position offers a supportive environment where, based on the selected candidate’s experience and preferences, the work can range from guided projects to more independent research.
There are also opportunities for involvement in the supervision of students and teaching, offering a path to broader academic development.
Key Duties:
- Actively contribute to the scientific life of the institute, including participation in seminars, discussions, and collaborations.
- Support the activities and ongoing projects within the research group.
- Maintain and develop your own research within the scope of the group’s interests, ensuring consistent scientific output.
- Optionally participate in the supervision of students and teaching duties, fostering a collaborative and educational environment.
- Travel to scientific conferences and visit collaborating research groups to present findings and engage in joint projects.
Skills and Qualifications
The applicant must have:
- PhD Degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics (at the time of starting the postdoctoral position)
- Experience in the research area of stellar populations in galaxies, including the Milky Way
- Good communication skills (oral and written) in English
The applicant should have:
- Strong communication skills, both for scientific writing and presentations
- Ability to work collaboratively within a research group and with external collaborators
- Proficiency in relevant observational or theoretical methods, depending on the candidate's focus (e.g., data analysis, numerical simulations, or stellar population modeling)
- Coding skills in Python or Julia are highly welcome, particularly for tasks such as data analysis, simulations, or the development of new computational tools
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Type
Salary
Currency
365
Included Benefits
- Generous budget for travel and equipment, allowing for participation in international conferences and collaborations, as well as access to cutting-edge research tools
- The competitive salary provides ample buying power, enabling a comfortable living standard, including accommodation in the city center of Brno
- A supportive and inclusive group environment that values work-life balance, with defined core hours and the possibility to work from home. We are committed to accommodating individual needs, including those related to disabilities, neurodivergence, and ADHD, fostering a workspace where everyone can thrive
- Long-term stability with the potential for a contract of up to 5 years, depending on the starting date, ensuring the security and continuity necessary for career development
- An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area
- Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility
- Employee benefits such as 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution or nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, lunches in canteens of MU, Multisport card, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí)
- Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo)
- Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno
Application Details
Application Instructions
The application shall be submitted online by 20.12.2024 via an e-application. Please find the reference to the e-application at the beginning and end of the advertisement.
The candidate shall provide the following:
• CV
• Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying and how you plan to contribute to the research group's focus areas
• Research statement (max 2 pages)
• Summary of research outputs and publications (can be part of the CV)
• Names and contact details of at least 2 references (who can provide letters of recommendation if needed or be contacted for further information)
After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz.
Selection Process
Received applications will be considered carefully in line with the principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, and (ii) providing all required documents.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview.
Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
The candidate shall provide the following:
• CV
• Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying and how you plan to contribute to the research group's focus areas
• Research statement (max 2 pages)
• Summary of research outputs and publications (can be part of the CV)
• Names and contact details of at least 2 references (who can provide letters of recommendation if needed or be contacted for further information)
After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz.
Selection Process
Received applications will be considered carefully in line with the principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, and (ii) providing all required documents.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview.
Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Link to Online Application
Publication Start Date
2024 Nov 19
Application Deadline
2024 Dec 20