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Postdoc, computational and observational studies of star formation with ALMA and Herschel - Leiden Observatory
No. 25816
Position/Title: Postdoc, computational and observational studies of star formation with ALMA and Herschel
Institution: Leiden Observatory
Submit Resumes To:
Attention: Michiel Hogerheijde
Leiden Observatory
PO Box 9513
Leiden,
2300 RA
Netherlands
FAX: 071 5275590
URL1: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl
(Leiden Observatory)
URL2: www.astro.uni-bonn.de/ARC/artist
(ARTIST project)
URL3:
Email Submission Address: michiel@strw.leidenuniv.nl
Email Inquiries: michiel@strw.leidenuniv.nl
The closing date for receipt of applications: 10/01/2009 (Application date has passed)
Job Description:
Effective immediately, a two-year postdoctoral position is available at Leiden Observatory, in connection with the ASTRONET-funded project ARTIST: Adaptable Radiative Transfer Innovations for Submillimeter Telescopes. The primary tasks of the postdoc will be to develop and test interfaces between existing theoretical descriptions of low-mass star formation and the modeling tools designed within ARTIST. Throughout, comparison to data form existing telescopes (such as JCMT, APEX, CARMA, SMA, and Herschel) will be used to apply the developed tools.The ARTIST project is a collaboration between Leiden Observatory, the Argelander Institute for Astronomy at the University of Bonn, and the Institut de Ciencies de l'Espa, Barcelona (see http://www.astro.uni-bonn.de/ARC/artist ). The project aims to develop the next generation modeling suite for comprehensive multi-dimensional radiative transfer calculations of dust and line emission, and is specifically designed for ALMA and Herschel. Low-mass star formation is explicitly taken as a research inspiration for ARTIST, although wider applicability is foreseen.
A demonstrated background in star formation studies is required. The postdoc will have ample opportunity to pursue her/his own research, including collaborations with members of the network.
Leiden Observatory is at the forefront of astronomical research and has a strong international character. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. All research facilities of Leiden Observatory are available to the postdoc.
Applicants should send a CV, publication list, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. M.R. Hogerheijde at michiel@strw.leidenuniv.nl. Evaluation of the applications starts October 1 2009 and continues until the position is filled.
Included Benefits:
Leiden University offers comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, disability insurance, maternity and parental leave, and retirement benefits. Health care insurance amounts to approx. 100 euro/month/person (children are free).
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