Postdoc: Gamma-Ray Burst Data Analysis & Transients

CEA; Saclay; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CEA's Astrophysics Department (Saclay) invites a postdoctoral researcher to join the SVOM team to analyze high-energy data and provide physical interpretation of gamma-ray bursts in both the prompt and afterglow phases.

The role includes coordination of real-time follow-up as Burst Advocate and active collaboration with international partners. The earliest start date is February 2027, and the position remains open until filled.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or astronomy.
• Start date February 2027; position open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Analyze SVOM data and interpret the prompt and afterglow phases of bursts.
• Coordinate and optimize real-time observational follow-up as Burst Advocate.
• Collaborate with the international SVOM community and contribute to science operations.

Skills

Gamma-ray bursts analysis

Data reduction

Photometry of transients

Multi-messenger astronomy

International collaboration

Education

PhD in physics or astronomy

Job description

CEA's Astrophysics Department (Saclay) invites a postdoctoral researcher to join the SVOM team to analyze high-energy data and provide physical interpretation of gamma-ray bursts in both the prompt and afterglow phases.

The role includes coordination of real-time follow-up as Burst Advocate and active collaboration with international partners. The earliest start date is February 2027, and the position remains open until filled.