CMB Analysis Postdoc — Simons Observatory

RFCSR; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sussex invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Brighton. The role focuses on CMB science within the Simons Observatory framework, including lensing, power spectra, and parameter estimation.

Strong background in CMB data analysis and programming (Python, C/C++, HPC) is required. This fixed-term appointment offers opportunities for independent and collaborative research within an international collaboration.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Cosmology or closely related field required by start date.
• Substantive knowledge of CMB science and data analysis needed, e.g. lensing or power spectrum estimation.
• Strong computing skills with scientific programming languages (Python, C/C++, HPC).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to forefront cosmological research focused on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) and Simons Observatory goals.
• Develop and apply analytical and numerical techniques for CMB analysis and data interpretation.
• Collaborate within an international SO collaboration and publish research findings.

Skills

CMB data analysis

Python

C/C++

HPC environments

Numerical methods

Statistics

Education

PhD in Physics/Astronomy/Cosmology

Tools

Python

C/C++

HPC

Job description

The University of Sussex invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Brighton. The role focuses on CMB science within the Simons Observatory framework, including lensing, power spectra, and parameter estimation.

Strong background in CMB data analysis and programming (Python, C/C++, HPC) is required. This fixed-term appointment offers opportunities for independent and collaborative research within an international collaboration.