PhD: Unraveling the Brightest Black‑Hole Flares

Nuclear Inst; Southampton; In loco; GBP 18.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Southampton invites applications for a PhD project in astrophysics focusing on energetics of supermassive black hole flares and ANTs. The project uses cutting-edge telescopes and simulations to understand tidal disruption events and extreme gravity.

You will compare theoretical models with LSST data and TiDES spectra to determine energy, black hole mass, and chemical composition, with opportunities to use VLT and JWST. Training in data analysis and presentation will be provided.

Competenze

• UK 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent.

Mansioni

• Compare theoretical models with LSST light curves and TiDES spectra to measure energy, black hole mass, and chemical composition of ANTs.
• Collaborate with world-class facilities such as VLT and JWST.
• Work in an international research team with opportunities for travel and collaboration.
• Receive training in data analysis, statistics, and transferable skills such as presenting and paper writing.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Statistics

Research methods

Formazione

UK 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent

Strumenti

LSST

TiDES spectroscopy

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Southampton invites applications for a PhD project in astrophysics focusing on energetics of supermassive black hole flares and ANTs. The project uses cutting-edge telescopes and simulations to understand tidal disruption events and extreme gravity.

You will compare theoretical models with LSST data and TiDES spectra to determine energy, black hole mass, and chemical composition, with opportunities to use VLT and JWST. Training in data analysis and presentation will be provided.