Senior Scientist: Extreme Density Astrophysics

Academic Positions; Belgium; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension potential

Relocation support

Meal vouchers

Transport refunds

Relocation allowance €2,500

Teaching training

Development courses

Welcome seminar

Travel by bicycle allowance

Job summary

University of Liège is inviting applications for a full-time, fixed-term academic position in Extreme Density Astrophysics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy within the Department of Astrophysics, Geophysics and Oceanography. The role combines teaching and research with community service.

The successful candidate will supervise Master’s and doctoral projects, develop English-taught courses, collaborate with the STAR Research Unit, and contribute to international research networks at ULiège.

Qualifications

• Hold a doctorate in Sciences, preferably in astrophysics, by the time of application submission.
• Demonstrate experience in international research and publications.
• Show international connections through a postdoctoral contract abroad or equivalent.
• Demonstrate willingness to integrate into the STAR Research Unit.
• Demonstrate excellent teaching ability, including mentoring Master’s and doctoral students.
• Be able to teach fluently in English within three years.

Responsibilities

• Teach and conduct research in Extreme Density Astrophysics and Multi‑Messenger Astronomy.
• Supervise Master’s and doctoral student projects and dissertations.
• Collaborate with the STAR Research Unit and other groups at ULiège.
• Contribute to English-taught courses and curriculum development.
• Engage in services to the department and university community.

Skills

Teaching ability

Fluent English

International research

Doctorate holder

Education

PhD in Sciences (Astrophysics)

Job description

University of Liège is inviting applications for a full-time, fixed-term academic position in Extreme Density Astrophysics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy within the Department of Astrophysics, Geophysics and Oceanography. The role combines teaching and research with community service.

The successful candidate will supervise Master’s and doctoral projects, develop English-taught courses, collaborate with the STAR Research Unit, and contribute to international research networks at ULiège.