Postdoc: Numerical Relativity & Neutron-Star Mergers

Economics Network; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southampton invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Fellow in numerical relativity. The successful candidate will work on simulations of neutron-star mergers with realistic physics, contributing to the STFC-funded project.

Applicants should have a PhD in physics or mathematics, with a strong background in numerical relativity and related data analysis. This is a fixed-term post until 30 September 2027, based in Southampton's School of Mathematical Sciences.

Qualifications

• Track record in numerical relativity and related simulations.
• Experience with gravitational-wave astronomy and data analysis.
• PhD degree in physics or mathematics, or nearing completion.

Responsibilities

• Carry out numerical simulations of neutron-star mergers with realistic physics, focusing on resistive magnetohydrodynamics.
• Contribute to work under the STFC grant and collaborate with the gravitational physics group.

Skills

Numerical relativity

Data analysis

Education

PhD in physics or mathematics

Job description

The University of Southampton invites applications for a postdoctoral Research Fellow in numerical relativity. The successful candidate will work on simulations of neutron-star mergers with realistic physics, contributing to the STFC-funded project.

Applicants should have a PhD in physics or mathematics, with a strong background in numerical relativity and related data analysis. This is a fixed-term post until 30 September 2027, based in Southampton's School of Mathematical Sciences.