PhD in Observational Cosmology: DESI/LSST Data Analysis

IFAE; Cerdanyola del Vallés; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

IFAE invites applications for a PhD position in Observational Cosmology. The selected candidate will work on large-scale structure analyses using DESI and LSST data, collaborating with the Observational Cosmology Group.

We seek a candidate with a strong background in cosmology, data analysis, and Python, and who is eligible for a Physics PhD program at UAB. The position starts in September 2027 and offers a four-year predoc contract.

Qualifications

• Work on large-scale structure analyses using the latest DESI and LSST data.
• Proficiency in cosmology data analysis and Python programming.
• Experience with HPC facilities and scientific computing.

Responsibilities

• Work on large-scale structure analyses with DESI and LSST data, including cross-dataset correlations.
• Contribute to analysis and interpretation of cosmological surveys.
• Collaborate with the IFAE Cosmology Group and publish results.

Skills

Cosmology data analysis

Python programming

HPC usage

Scientific computing

English proficiency

Education

Master in Physics

Tools

Python

HPC environments

Job description

IFAE invites applications for a PhD position in Observational Cosmology. The selected candidate will work on large-scale structure analyses using DESI and LSST data, collaborating with the Observational Cosmology Group.

We seek a candidate with a strong background in cosmology, data analysis, and Python, and who is eligible for a Physics PhD program at UAB. The position starts in September 2027 and offers a four-year predoc contract.