Postdoc in Numerical Astrophysics: Black Hole Spins

EURAXESS Czech Republic; Poland; Remote; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center (CAMK PAN) in Warsaw invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in the OPUS 30 project “The puzzle of the spins of stellar-mass black holes.” The main task is to study accretion flows onto spinning black holes through numerical simulations in collaboration with CAMK PAN scientists.

The position is funded for up to 36 months and targets candidates with a PhD in astrophysics or related fields, with strong numerical and high-energy

Qualifications

• PhD in astrophysics, astronomy, or physics is required.
• Experience with numerical methods and high-energy astrophysics preferred.
• Applicants must be able to work in Poland or be eligible for funding.

Responsibilities

• Investigate accretion flows onto spinning black holes using numerical simulations.
• Collaborate with CAMK PAN researchers on the OPUS 30 project.

Skills

Numerical methods

High-energy astrophysics

Education

PhD in astrophysics

Job description

Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center (CAMK PAN) in Warsaw invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in the OPUS 30 project “The puzzle of the spins of stellar-mass black holes.” The main task is to study accretion flows onto spinning black holes through numerical simulations in collaboration with CAMK PAN scientists.

The position is funded for up to 36 months and targets candidates with a PhD in astrophysics or related fields, with strong numerical and high-energy