Postdoc in Theoretical Astrophysics
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Postdoc in Theoretical Astrophysics
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic postdoc for a 2+1 years position with starting date Oct. 1st, 2025.
The successful candidate will work on problems related to gravitational wave astrophysics as member of the Astrophysical Gravitational Wave group, and the Center-of-Gravity.
Our research
Where and how do black holes form and merge in the Universe? These are some of the key questions that currently are being addressed in the groups the successful candidate will be joining. The groups are composed of people with various strengths in theoretical strong gravity and astrophysics, and the candidate is therefore expected to have a strong theoretical background.
Your job
The successful candidate will have the freedom to explore topics of interest within the general research interests of the groups, which broadly covers all topics within strong gravity, and gravitational wave astrophysics.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with strong background in gravitational wave physics and strong gravity. All topics related to formation of black hole mergers and other gravitational wave sources are of high interest, both from the computational- and the theoretical site.
Place of employment
The place of employment is at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment.
Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.
The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 2 years with 1 more year depending on performance and funding. The starting date is Oct. 1st, 2025, or after agreement.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 34,300 DKK/approx. 4,700 EUR (October 2021 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18.07 % to your pension fund.
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.
Questions
For further information please contact Johan Samsing jsamsing@nbi.ku.dk
Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.
The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
Interviews are expected to be held in week 33 and 34.
The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
The successful candidate will work on problems related to gravitational wave astrophysics as member of the Astrophysical Gravitational Wave group, and the Center-of-Gravity.
Our research
Where and how do black holes form and merge in the Universe? These are some of the key questions that currently are being addressed in the groups the successful candidate will be joining. The groups are composed of people with various strengths in theoretical strong gravity and astrophysics, and the candidate is therefore expected to have a strong theoretical background.
Your job
The successful candidate will have the freedom to explore topics of interest within the general research interests of the groups, which broadly covers all topics within strong gravity, and gravitational wave astrophysics.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with strong background in gravitational wave physics and strong gravity. All topics related to formation of black hole mergers and other gravitational wave sources are of high interest, both from the computational- and the theoretical site.
Place of employment
The place of employment is at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment.
Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.
The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 2 years with 1 more year depending on performance and funding. The starting date is Oct. 1st, 2025, or after agreement.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 34,300 DKK/approx. 4,700 EUR (October 2021 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18.07 % to your pension fund.
Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.
Questions
For further information please contact Johan Samsing jsamsing@nbi.ku.dk
Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).
Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
- CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.
- A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do.
- List of publications.
We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.
The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
Interviews are expected to be held in week 33 and 34.
The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.