PostDoc - IFU Galaxy Evolution

University of Portsmouth

United Kingdom

Closing Date: 3rd February 2014

Description

The Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation at the University of Portsmouth (www.icg.port.ac.uk) intends to appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in integral field unit spectroscopy and data processing development to work on the upcoming project MaNGA (Mapping Nearby Galaxies at APO). MaNGA, as part of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey IV. MaNGA is an optical fiber-based multi-object IFU that will target

10,000 galaxies over a 6-year campaign with start of operations on 1st July 2014. The successful applicant will participate in the development of MaNGA's data processing software and in the scientific analysis of

MaNGA data with Dr Daniel Thomas, Dr Karen Masters, Dr Claudia Maraston and other MaNGA team members at the ICG and within the SDSS-IV collaboration.

Requirements

A PhD in astronomy or physics is required. Experience with data processing of large data sets and software development is preferable, and previous involvement in IFU observations and analysis will be considered an advantage. Experience with or interest in stellar population analysis and/or kinematics would be useful.

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but applications are particularly encouraged from traditionally under-represented groups in science. Portsmouth is member of the Athena SWAN charter and an Institute of Physics Project Juno Supporter. These projects show a commitment to introduce organisational and cultural practices that promote gender equality in science and create a better working

environment for women and men.

More information and applications

Fixed term contract for 2 years with with a possible 3rd year extension contingent upon progress and funding.

Vacancy Name: 10010556 Senior Research Associate.

Start date: 1st September 2014.

Salary range: GBP 27,854 to GBP 31,331 per year.

Deadline: 3 February 2014.

Submission: application form, curriculum vitae, bibliography, statement of research interests via https://port.engageats.co.uk/

Reference letters: 3 reference letters by email to icg-admin@port.ac.uk

For informal enquiries please contact Daniel Thomas and Karen Masters via email (daniel.thomas@port.ac.uk and karen.masters@port.ac.uk) or by calling +44 (0)23 9284 5151.