Postdoc in X-ray and gamma-ray astronomy

TN Germany; Zeuthen; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative research institution is seeking a dedicated Postdoc in X-ray and gamma-ray astronomy to conduct cutting-edge analysis of jetted active galactic nuclei. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with leading facilities and contribute to significant advancements in the field. Join a supportive and diverse international team that values work-life balance and offers flexible working hours. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on gender equality, this position provides a unique chance to enhance your career while making meaningful contributions to science. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this dynamic environment!

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Part-time options

Job-sharing

Mobile work

Family-friendly policies

Health management

Occupational pensions

Comprehensive training

Development opportunities

Financial supplement for Deutschland-Ticket

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in physics or astronomy required.
• Proficient in coding languages, especially Python.

Aufgaben

• Conduct multiwavelength analysis of jetted active galactic nuclei using current X-ray and gamma-ray data.
• Perform sensitivity studies and make predictions for CTAO.

Kenntnisse

Python

High-energy data analysis

Jet modeling codes (e.g., JeTSET)

Timing analysis techniques

Multi-wavelength data analysis

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Physics

Ph.D. in Astronomy

Jobbeschreibung

Postdoc in X-ray and gamma-ray astronomy, Zeuthen

Client:

DESY

Location:

Zeuthen, Germany

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

5daea5f72b10

Job Views:

9

Posted:

30.04.2025

Expiry Date:

14.06.2025

Job Description:

About your role:

• Conduct multiwavelength analysis of jetted active galactic nuclei using data from current X-ray (NuSTAR, Chandra, XMM-Newton, Swift) and gamma-ray (Fermi-LAT) facilities, in both quiescent and flaring states.
• Perform sensitivity studies and make predictions for CTAO.

Good reasons to join:

Join our international research campus in a supportive environment that values respectful cooperation, gender equality, and work-life balance. We offer flexible working hours, part-time options, job-sharing, mobile work, family-friendly policies, health management, occupational pensions, comprehensive training, and development opportunities. Remuneration follows TV-AVH regulations. Employees receive a financial supplement for the Deutschland-Ticket.

Position limited to 3 years.

About you:

• Ph.D. in physics or astronomy.
• Proficient in coding languages, especially Python.
• Experience with high-energy data analysis (X-rays to gamma-rays) and jet modeling codes (e.g., JeTSET).
• Optional: experience with multi-wavelength data analysis (radio to optical-UV).
• Familiarity with timing analysis techniques.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

We look forward to your application via our portal. DESY promotes equal opportunities and diversity. We encourage women and severely disabled persons to apply if qualified. Further information is available at:

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Personalabteilung
Notkestraße
Hamburg
Phone: [phone]-xxxx