Postdoctoral Research Assistant in High Energy Astrophysics
Applications for this vacancy closed on 29 February 2024 at 12:00PM
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<p></p><div>Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in High Energy Astrophysics </div><br>
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<div>The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of one year, but with a reasonable possibility of further funding.</div><br>
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<div>This project will explore the physics of relativistic jets propagating away from black hole and neutron star X-ray binaries, specifically testing their observable properties against models developed for gamma-ray burst afterglows. In this way we aim to advance our understanding of X-ray binary jets, in particular our ability to measure the total energy associated with the ejection, and in parallel test and refine the gamma-ray burst models against the exceptional data available for X-ray binary jets.</div><br>
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<div>The successful candidate will work with both observers and theoreticians to apply relativistic blast wave models to jets from X-ray binaries. They will make use of guaranteed time on the MeerKAT and AMI-LA radio telescopes, and on the MeerLICHT optical telescope, as well as many other international facilities.</div><br>
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<div>Applicants should possess, or be very close to obtaining a doctorate in Astrophysics or a related field and ideally a strong background in high energy astrophysics.            </div><br>
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<div>Previous experience in the field of high energy astrophysics, X-ray binaries and/or gamma-ray bursts will be an advantage.</div><br>
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<div>Candidates are expected to demonstrate a clear ability to think across traditional subject boundaries, to be able to work with both observational data and theoretical models, to be able to work in a team and communicate clearly.</div><br>
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<div>The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach.</div><br>
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<div>Please direct enquiries about the role to Professor Rob Fender (rob.fender@physics.ox.ac.uk)</div><br>
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<div>Only applications received before midday 29 February 2024 can be considered. You will be required to upload a brief statement of research interests and CV as part of your online application..  You should also arrange for your two referees to submit your references to Leanne.odonnell@physics.ox.ac.uk before the deadline.</div><br>
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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in High Energy
Astrophysics The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of one year, but with a reasonable possibility of further funding. This project will explore the physics of relativistic jets propagating away from black hole and neutron star X-ray binaries, specifically testing their observable properties against models developed for gamma-ray burst afterglows. In this way we aim to advance our understanding of X-ray binary jets, in particular our ability to measure the total energy associated with the ejection, and in parallel test and refine the gamma-ray burst models against ... Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in High Energy Astrophysics The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of one year, but with a reasonable possibility of further funding. This project will explore the physics of relativistic jets propagating away from black hole and neutron star X-ray binaries, specifically testing their observable properties against models developed for gamma-ray burst afterglows. In this way we aim to advance our understanding of X-ray binary jets, in particular our ability to measure the total energy associated with the ejection, and in parallel test and refine the gamma-ray burst ... |
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