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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. XV Black Holes Workshop, Lisbon, Portugal 1.2. CDT and Friends: Jubilee edition, Nijmegen, The Netherlands 1.3. SIGRAV International School 2023 - Applied Quantum Gravity, Vietri sul mare, Italy 1.4. Astro-GR@Cuba 2023, Habana, Cuba 2. Jobs 2.1. Visiting Fellow Positions at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, TIFR, Mumbai, India 2.2. Numerical relativity and computational astrophysics postdoctoral positions, Rochester, NY, USA 2.3. Postdoctoral fellowship in gravitational waves, Singapore 2.4. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics, Lethbridge, Canada 2.5. Postdoctoral Fellowships JHU Physics and Astronomy, Baltimore, MA, USA 2.6. NP3M Postdoctoral Research Positions, USA 2.7. PostDoc Position at University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand 2.8. Postdoc position in Gravitational Physics, Dublin, Ireland 2.9. PhD position in gravitational-wave instrumentation, Ghent, Belgium 2.10. ERC-funded postdoctoral position(s) in Numerical Relativity beyond GR, Trieste, Italy 2.11. Post-doc and PhD position in experimental relativistic geodesy, Duesseldorf, Germany 2.12. Faculty Positions in the Department of Physics, Taoyuan, Taiwan 2.13. Faculty Position in Astrophysics at T.D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China 2.14. Postdoc Fellows in Astrophysics at T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China 2.15. Postdocs in Loop Quantum Gravity, London, Ontario, Canada 2.16. Faculty positions on gravitational waves at QMUL, London, UK 2.17. Several 3-year postdoc position in Qubits and Spacetime Unit, Okinawa, Japan 2.18. Postdoc position in gravitational wave data analysis, Utrecht, The Netherlands 2.19. Rising Scholar Postdoctoral Fellowships, Charlottesville, VA, USA 2.20. Postdoc position in quantum gravity and random geometry, Okinawa, Japan 2.21. Postdoctoral Position in Strong-field Tests of Gravity, Urbana-Champaign, USA 2.22. TDLI International Graduate Student Fellowships in Astrophysics, Shanghai, China 2.23. Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Astrophysics and Numerical Relativity, Moscow, ID, USA 2.24. Postodoc opportunity in gravitational wave physics, Geneva, Switzerland 2.25. Postdoctoral position in Gravitation and Cosmology, Bilbao, Spain 2.26. Postdoctoral position in Theoretical Cosmology at Bilbao, Spain 3. News 3.1. Detecting continuous gravitational-wave signals: a Kaggle competition ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. XV Black Holes Workshop, Lisbon, Portugal --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25489 Starting: 2022-12-19 to 2022-12-20 Location: Lisbon, Portugal Additional Information: https://indico.cern.ch/e/bhw15 Contact: XVblackholes.ista[AT]iscte-iul.pt From astrophysics to high-energy physics, from information theory to quantum gravity, black holes have acquired an ever increasing role in fundamental physics, and are now part of the terminology of many important branches of observational, theoretical and mathematical physics. The Black Holes Workshops gather researchers working on physical and mathematical problems of black holes, both in its classical and quantum aspects, as well as their connections to general relativity and gravitation, string theory, cosmology, and astrophysics, and stimulate the interaction between all these issues. The fifteenth edition of the Black Holes Workshop celebrates landmark contributions in the history of black holes. It will take place, for the first time, at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon. Researchers on black holes in all their aspects are invited to participate. Registration to the event will start on September 19th and end on December 3rd. The deadline to submit abstracts is November 30th. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. CDT and Friends: Jubilee edition, Nijmegen, The Netherlands --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25553 Starting: 2023-01-25 to 2023-01-27 Location: Nijmegen, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://indico.imapp.ru.nl/event/102/ Contact: hep[AT]ru.nl Following up on the first CDT and Friends conference in Dec 2012, we are happy to announce that Radboud University Nijmegen will host a second edition in January: The search for Quantum Gravity: CDT and Friends - Jubilee edition (Jan 25 - 27, 2023). The conference will feature many talks by leading experts on quantum field theory inspired approaches to quantum gravity, which have some connections to Causal Dynamical Triangulations (CDT) and the study of quantum spacetime. The conference will be hosted at the Lindenberg cultuurhuis in Nijmegen with a conference dinner on Friday evening (Jan 27). Capacity for the conference as well as the dinner is limited, so please register swiftly through the linked webpage to secure your spot! The registration fee for the conference is 150 EUR (including dinner, coffee, lunches and drinks) or 100 EUR (excluding dinner, but including coffee, lunches and drinks). For the program and further details please visit the linked webpage. Organizing committee: Beatrice Bonga, Timothy Budd, Badri Krishnan, Frank Saueressig +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. SIGRAV International School 2023 - Applied Quantum Gravity, Vietri sul mare, Italy --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25561 Starting: 2023-02-13 to 2023-02-17 Location: Vietri sul mare, Italy Additional Information: https://agenda.infn.it/event/33027/ Contact: liberati[AT]sissa.it This edition of the Italian Society of General Relativity and Gravitation (SIGRAV) International School aims to provide robust and broad knowledge of different quantum aspects of gravitational theory and their implications for black hole physics and cosmology as well as their possible observational/experimental tests. The School organizes the following lectures: Quantum Gravity applied to Black Holes: - Black hole in String Theory - Quantum gravitational aspects of black holes Quantum Gravity applied to Cosmology: - String Cosmology - Quantum Cosmology Monographic courses: - Foundational Issues in Quantum Gravity - Gravitational physics of Quantum Objects - Analogue/Emergent Gravity - Quantum Gravity Phenomenology - Introduction to AdS/CFT correspondence The School is intended for PhD students and young post-docs. In order to receive the certificate of participation, all lectures and seminars should be attended. The Participation Fee (350 EUR) guarantee the access to all courses and activities, including lunch and coffee breaks. A reduced participation fee (50 EUR) is available for those which will be only able to attend the lectures remotely. The room should be booked in the Lloyd's Baia Hotel. Please, reserve your room by using the form available in the section "Practical Info - Accomodation and Transport". The deadline for registration is January 31st, 2023 while that for payment of the fee is February 3rd, 2023. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Astro-GR@Cuba 2023, Habana, Cuba --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25574 Starting: 2023-03-05 to 2023-03-18 Location: Habana, Cuba Additional Information: https://astro-gr.org/astro-gr-cuba-2023/ Contact: astro-gr-cuba2023[AT]protonmail.com Pau Amaro Seoane, Fernando Guzman, Leonel Morejon, Amaya Ofelia Casanova and Stamatis Vretinaris are organizing the next Astro-GR meeting, which will be focusing, as usual, on astrophysics of gravitational waves, including general relativity, physics and observational astronomy This is the meeting nr 23 in a series of workshops which intend to unite people working on different disciplines of gravitational waves: astrophysicists, theoretical and numerical relavisits and data analysts. The meeting will take place at the Instituto Superior de Tecnologias y Ciencias Aplicadas (InSTEC) de la Universidad de La Habana, from 5-18 March 2023. The talks will not be classical talks, but "constantly-interrupted-ones", in the sense that the speakers will have to address as many questions as the students see fit to ask to understand the topic being presented, instead of just listening to a talk. There is a difference. This is the list of participants we have so far (with some missing names to be added yet, I will be updating the list on the page): Fernando Guzman, Veronica Vazquez Aceves, Andrew Taylor, Alessandra Mastrobuono Battisti, Kostas Kokkotas, Pablo Laguna, Badri Krishnan, Daniel Siegel, Abhay Ashtekar (online), Luis Lehner, Roger Blandford, Mitch Begelman, Selin Ustundag, Ulrich Sperhake (online), Cliff Will (online), Deirdre Shoemaker, Zoltan Haiman, Odele Straub, Xian Chen, Amaya Ofelia Casanova, Pau Amaro Seoane, Tanja Hinderer (online) For details about registration, venue and accommodation, please visit the web page. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Visiting Fellow Positions at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, TIFR, Mumbai, India ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25388 Deadline: 2022-11-01 Location: Mumbai, India Additional Information: https://www.tifr.res.in/~daa/ Contact: chairdaa[AT]tifr.res.in The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics (DAA; https://www.tifr.res.in/~daa/) at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai invites applications from qualified candidates for Visiting Fellow (post-doctoral) positions. The research interests pursued at DAA are diverse and include projects involving instrument-building (Infrared, X-Ray and Radio), observational, theoretical, and computational efforts. The science topics pursued in the department include extrasolar planets, star formation, interstellar medium, star clusters, stellar dynamics, resolved transients, fast radio bursts, gravitational waves, seismology, Solar astrophysics, black holes, pulsars and accreting neutron stars, compact-object binaries, X-ray astronomy including science from AstroSat data, gravitational waves using InPTA, cosmology, multi-messenger astronomy, and astronomical big data analysis using machine learning techniques. This position allows the fellows to pursue their own research projects independently, although they are welcome to collaborate with any faculty in the department. Qualification: At the time of joining, the candidate must have completed her/his Ph. D. (Successfully defended thesis) Duration: The position is initially for one year with a possibility of extensions for up to three years upon satisfactory performance. Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, the position comes with a competitive research contingency grant, health benefits, and accommodation assistance (accommodation on campus as per availability, or HRA). Deadline for application: November 01, 2022 Application procedure: The application should include a cover letter, research proposal (should include past research expertise, future research plans at TIFR), CV, publication list, and names and contact information of three referees. Interested applicants should collate all material into a single PDF and send it to chairdaa[AT]tifr.res.in and cc to daapostdoc[AT]gmail.com. If the interested applicant already has a specific faculty in mind for collaboration, it is alright to contact that faculty as well, but a formal application should be sent to the above-mentioned email(s). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Numerical relativity and computational astrophysics postdoctoral positions, Rochester, NY, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/03/numerical-relativity-and-com… Deadline: 2022-12-31 Location: Rochester, NY, USA Additional Information: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=2… Contact: mxcsma[AT]rit.edu The RIT Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation (CCRG) is currently seeking to fill one or two postdoctoral research positions, including a prestigious fellowship in multi-messenger astronomy, as part of several NASA and NSF collaborative projects. We are looking for highly qualified individuals interested in pursuing research in the fields of numerical relativity, theoretical and computational astrophysics, with an emphasis on general relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics simulations of compact object mergers, such as accreting binary, massive, black holes and binary neutron stars. Accreting supermassive binary black holes are promising multi-messenger sources because they strongly emit both gravitational wave and electromagnetic radiation. It is the goal of our group to combine astrophysical knowledge about the environments of these sources with detailed physical simulations of gas flows in the immediate neighborhoods of these binaries as they proceed from large orbital separations through the merger proper and postmerger, and to predict the signals observers would see to identify them. Similarly, we are interested on pushing the frontiers in developing new high-performance algorithms that will allow us to perform long-term simulations neutron star coalescences from prior to merger through to the formation of disks and/or collapse of the merged remnant, the production of jets, and launching of outflows. The group is actively developing new numerical codes and tools (e.g. AsterX, SphericalNR, Harm3D, PWMHD) as part of The Einstein Toolkit Consortium, and a large NASA Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Network. The CCRG hosts a number of research scientists and students involved in gravitational wave data analysis from the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA consortium, and collaborate closely with the larger astrophysics group of observational astronomers gathering data from the Vera Rubin Observatory, Nanograv and JWST. Our researchers have access to several computing cluster facilities at national computing centers such as the TACC's Frontera Supercomputer, XSEDE and a dedicated over 4000-cores cluster with 5 PB of storage pool hosted at the Center. Applications should consist of a cover letter, a brief statement of research interests, a curriculum vitae including publication list, and at least three letters of recommendation. All materials should be sent electronically as soon as possible to: mxcsma[AT]rit.edu with a copy to ccrg-postdoc[AT]ccrg.rit.edu. More information about the CCRG is available at http://ccrg.rit.edu/. And about Rochester at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rochester,_New_York Application material should also be uploaded here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=2… Application reviews will be begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Starting dates, duration and a competitive salary are negotiable. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Postdoctoral fellowship in gravitational waves, Singapore ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25401 Deadline: 2022-12-31 Location: Singapore Additional Information: https://www.physics.nus.edu.sg/ Contact: alvincjk[AT]nus.edu.sg Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research fellowship in the Department of Physics at the National University of Singapore (NUS). The successful candidate will work under the supervision of faculty member Alvin Chua. We seek applicants with a strong background in scientific modelling and analysis for contemporary and/or near-future gravitational-wave detectors such as LIGO, LISA and pulsar timing arrays. The successful candidate will join and contribute to the growth of a new gravity/astrophysics group at NUS with both theoretical and observational interests. This group presently includes faculty members Profs Edward Teo (relativity and gravitation) and Chelsea Sharon (radio astronomy), research fellows Drs Soichiro Isoyama and Josh Mathews, as well as several PhD and MSc students. There will also be opportunities to take up (or retain) membership in international gravitational-wave collaborations such as LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA and the LISA Consortium, and to be formally involved in their activities. Candidates with expertise in gravitational-wave data analysis are particularly encouraged to apply. Those with a more general background in applied mathematics, statistics, data science or computational science will also be considered. Relevant areas of expertise can include (but are not limited to) topics such as applied geometry, numerical analysis, computational statistics, time-series analysis and statistical learning. The ideal candidate for this position will possess skills and interests in both theoretical and computational research, a willingness to diversify their expertise and to be involved in cross-disciplinary projects, as well as the disposition to work well independently and as part of a team. They will be expected to maintain their own individual research programme, while working in close collaboration with Prof. Chua on topics of mutual interest. The initial appointment is for one year, with expected renewal up to three years in total, and could start as early as August 2023. This position comes with a competitive salary and personal benefits, as well as travel funds for international conferences/visits. There will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to gain additional experience in teaching and research supervision during their appointment. Applicants should submit the following materials via e-mail to Alvin Chua (alvincjk[AT]nus.edu.sg): a cover letter, their CV and list of publications, a short statement of research, and the e-mail addresses of three academic referees who will provide letters of reference. All materials should be received by 31 December 2022 for full consideration. At NUS, the health and safety of our staff and students is one of our utmost priorities, and COVID-vaccination supports our commitment to ensure the safety of our community and to make NUS as safe and welcoming as possible. Many of our roles require a significant amount of physical interaction with students/staff/public members. Even for job roles that may be performed remotely, there will be instances where on-campus presence is required. Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students, and to better protect everyone in the campus, job applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics, Lethbridge, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25417 Deadline: 2022-10-31 Location: Lethbridge, Canada Additional Information: https://www.ulethbridge.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy Contact: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca Applications are invited from qualified candidates for a postdoctoral position in Theoretical Physics at the University of Lethbridge, Canada. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics with a strong research record and research proposal. Areas that will be considered include Mathematical Physics, Quantum Theory, Quantum Gravity, Cosmology, and Gravitational Waves. It is expected that the position will be partially funded by the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences via their competitive postdoctoral program (see http://www.pims.math.ca/scientific/postdoctoral) for one year, with the possibility of renewal for another year. Lethbridge is a small (population ~ 100k) but vibrant city in the province of Alberta, Canada, with excellent cultural and recreational opportunities, close to Calgary and the Rocky Mountains. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, research proposal, and three letters of reference by 31 October 2022 directly to: Saurya Das and Mark Walton Emails: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca , walton[AT]uleth.ca If you applied to one of us for a postdoctoral position within the past year and would like to be considered for the current position, you are welcome to let us know and send us updated material, if applicable. University of Lethbridge is committed to diversity and equity in employment, and strongly encourages women and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups to apply. Contact: Saurya Das (saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca); Mark Walton (walton[AT]uleth.ca) Letters of Reference should be sent to: saurya.das[AT]uleth.ca, walton[AT]uleth.ca +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral Fellowships JHU Physics and Astronomy, Baltimore, MA, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25477 Deadline: 2022-12-04 Location: Baltimore, MA, USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/fellowship/22275 Contact: pcarmen1[AT]jhu.edu The William H. Miller III Department of Physics and Astronomy at Johns Hopkins University invites applications for several postdoctoral fellowships: The William H. Miller Fellowship (any area of physics and astronomy), the Sweeney Fellowship (any area of physics), and Davis Fellowship (any area of astronomy). These fellowships offer the opportunity for postdoctoral research that combines academic freedom with strong faculty mentorship in an intellectually vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming department. The Department has strong programs in condensed-matter physics, particle physics, astrophysics, and biological physics and is now embarking upon a significant expansion, including growth into new areas of physics. The department also benefits from its close relationship with the Space Telescope Science Institute, located on the Johns Hopkins campus. More details about the department and its research can be found at https://physics-astronomy.jhu.edu. Consideration of applications will begin on 1 November 2022 and continue until all available positions are filled. Applicants will also be considered for other appropriate postdoctoral positions in the department. Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, a statement of research interests, and a list of publications and arrange for at least three letters of reference on their behalf to be submitted to the application website. Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The University promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans. Johns Hopkins University is a drug-free, smoke-free workplace. Please apply on Academic Jobs Online on the following ur. https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/fellowship/22275 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. NP3M Postdoctoral Research Positions, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25478 Deadline: 2022-11-01 Location: USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23174 Contact: dur566[AT]psu.edu NP3M is soliciting applications for several postdoctoral research positions as part of the Nuclear Physics of Multi-Messenger Mergers (NP3M) Focus Research Hub in Theoretical Physics, supported by the National Science Foundation. We seek applicants interested in the nuclear physics of neutron star mergers from (i) nuclear structure theory, (ii) neutrino astrophysics, (iii) astrophysical simulations, and (iv) high-temperature nuclear theory. NP3M postdocs will have an opportunity to work with any of the NP3M senior/principal investigators: Duncan Brown, Veronica Dexheimer, Joshua Dolence, Joaquin Drut, Francois Foucart, Christopher L. Fryer, Charles Horowitz, William Raphael Hix, Jeremy W. Holt, Davide Lazzati, Witold Nazarewicz, David Radice, Ralf Rapp, Claudia Ratti, Jocelyn Read, Srimoyee Sen, Andrew W. Steiner, Rebecca Surman, Ingo Tews, Ashley Villar. These postdocs will be employees of either the University of Tennessee, Syracuse University, Penn State University, the University of Houston, or Indiana University but may also perform research at any one of the institutions represented by the NP3M senior investigators. See https://np3m.org for more information about our collaboration. Applications received by November 1st, 2022 will receive priority consideration. We will continue to review applications until the positions are filled. Positions are anticipated to begin in the Fall of 2023. A complete application consists of a CV, a research statement which summarizes recent research achievements and details a future research program, a publication list, a diversity statement (see below), and the contact information for at least three recommendations. Materials should be submitted online at academicjobsonline.org. NP3M postdocs will have the opportunity to work with multiple NP3M investigators. Applicants are encouraged to contact the executive board members listed below and/or NP3M senior investigators on https://np3m.org/people.html to discuss their proposed research program. Applications are strongly encouraged to provide a diversity statement. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are important to the NP3M collaboration. Applications should include a 1-2 page diversity statement which includes a description of how applicants have been involved with DEI efforts at their current institution and/or how they envision their involvement as a postdoc in NP3M. We specifically seek applications from women and from members of groups traditionally underrepresented among scholars in higher education. We are interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to be effective with diverse groups of students, colleagues and community members. Contacts: Duncan Brown (dabrown[AT]syr.edu), Chuck Horowitz (horowit[AT]indiana.edu), David Radice (dur566[AT]psu.edu), Claudia Ratti (cratti[AT]Central.UH.EDU), or Andrew Steiner (awsteiner[AT]utk.edu). The U.S. National Science Foundation is committed to expanding the opportunities in STEM to people of all racial, ethnic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and to persons with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion, demonstrate integrity and excellence in our devotion to public service and prioritize innovation and collaboration in our support of the work of the scientific community and of each other. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. PostDoc Position at University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25483 Deadline: 2022-11-20 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Additional Information: https://jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/jobdetails/ajid/4gxd8/Academic-School-of-Math… Contact: chris.stevens[AT]canterbury.ac.nz Te Kura Pangarau School of Mathematics and Statistics finds itself in the unique position to be able to offer multiple two-year fixed term roles. These roles offer the opportunity to create new connections and collaborations that will ultimately support our existing research across the school, and particularly of our early-mid career academics. Fixed term for two years Full time at 37.5 hours per week Relocation assistance contribution Te Kura Pangarau School of Mathematics and Statistics is a forward-looking School, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. We aspire to be a productive, dynamic, creative, and inspiring community that maintains an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment in which students and staff alike can flourish. Our School is one of the largest at UC and we teach a diverse range of students from programmes across the University. These positions are school-wide but applications can be made to work with Chris Stevens with the possibility of collaborating with with David Wiltshire in Physics: Dr. Stevens research is in the field of mathematical and numerical relativity focusing on black holes, gravitational waves, global properties/asymptotic structure and IBVP formulations of the Einstein equations and Friedrich's conformal field equations. Ongoing projects include global numerical evolutions of asymptotically simple space-times, the numerical calculation of the Newman-Penrose constants, a numerical implementation of Cauchy-characteristic matching, quasinormal mode calculations in modified theories and the scattering problem for gravitational waves. There is potential to jointly collaborate with Prof. David Wiltshire in the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences on numerical relativity applied to cosmological simulations. chris.stevens[AT]canterbury.ac.nz P��hea te tono mai | How You Apply Step 1 Review our list of staff/groups and their research projects https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/engineering/schools/mathematics-statistics/res… Identify which person/group you align with and then email the contact's name to discuss your research and collaboration opportunities. Please note that Applicants who do not do this may not be considered by the selection committee. Step 2 Apply via our careers website https://jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/search including the following: Document 1: A cover letter summarising your background and experience Document 2: A Curriculum Vitae Document 3: A detailed two-year Research Plan that aligns with the staff member/group you have been in contact with. Please put their name on this document, plus a half-page research statement and half-page teaching philosophy. We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at WorkatUC[AT]canterbury.ac.nz For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. The closing date for this position is: 20 November 2022 (midnight NZ time) Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date. The salary for this position is Lecturer (2.01 - $82,882) to Senior Lecturer (4.05 - $120, 514). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdoc position in Gravitational Physics, Dublin, Ireland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/10/postdoc-position-in-gravitat… Deadline: 2022-11-30 Location: Dublin, Ireland Additional Information: https://maths.ucd.ie/relativity/. Contact: christiana.pantelidou[AT]ucd.ie The Relativity Group at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, University College Dublin, is seeking to recruit a postdoctoral research fellow (Level 1) to work with Dr Christiana Pantelidou. The appointment is for 2 years, starting in September 2023, and is funded by the Royal Society - Science Foundation Ireland research grant "Gravitational turbulence in the era of gravitational waves". The successful candidate will work on non-linear effects in the strong-field regime of gravity in both asymptotically Anti-de-Sitter and asymptotically flat spacetimes, including but not limited to gravitational turbulence, and will explore potential observational implications of these phenomena on gravitational wave signals. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in gravitational physics and related computational and numerical skills. Interested applicants can apply through the Joint European System at http://itf.fys.kuleuven.be/postdoc-application indicating University College Dublin (UCD) as their preference. The deadline for applications is November 30th, 2022. Fixed Salary: EUR 39,522 per annum Mandatory skills: - PhD in gravitational physics, holography or related field - Expertise in numerical techniques and their implementation - A demonstrated commitment to research and publications Desirable skills: - Experience in numerical techniques in AdS spacetime - Experience working with the Einstein toolkit - Evidence of research independence Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: UCD is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is afforded equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from everyone, including those who identify with any of the protected characteristics that are set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy. The university adheres to a range of equality, diversity and inclusion policies. We encourage applicants to consult UCD's equality, diversity and inclusion policies here https://www.ucd.ie/equality/ . For more information about the UCD Relativity Group please visit https://maths.ucd.ie/relativity/. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. PhD position in gravitational-wave instrumentation, Ghent, Belgium ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25493 Deadline: 2022-11-11 Location: Ghent, Belgium Additional Information: https://gravity.ugent.be/phd-opportunities/ Contact: daniela.pascucci[AT]ugent.be The Ghent Gravity Group is seeking applications for a PhD position in gravitational-wave instrumentation (optics). The candidate will work with Dr. Daniela Pascucci on the development of an output mode cleaner (OMC) for the ETpathfinder. The Etpathfinder is a R-and-D research facility located in Maastricht for developing and testing new technologies for the next generation of gravitational-wave detectors such as the Einstein Telescope. An optical laboratory is being set up in Ghent University for the characterization of the 2mum wavelength laser for the ETpathfinder. The PhD research will involve design and characterization carried out in the laboratory in Ghent as well as installation and commissioning in the facility in Maastricht. The project will be integrated into the Optics work package of ETpathfinder project and will involve close collaboration with members of the ETpathfinder consortium including project leader Prof. Stefan Hild and Optics work package deputy leader Prof. Sebastian Steinlechner. Some instrumentation commitments towards the Virgo project including commissioning duties are also expected from the successful candidate. The Ghent Gravity Group is led by Prof. Archisman Ghosh. Its broader research activities span the analysis of Advanced LIGO/Virgo and KAGRA data, cosmology and strong-field gravity using gravitational-wave observations, future observatories including the Einstein Telescope, and instrument science for the ETpathfinder project. The group is embedded within the Experimental Particle Physics division of the Department of Physics and Astronomy in Ghent University. The group forms the Virgo BelGrav network with neighbouring universities in Belgium (including Antwerp, Brussel, Bruxelles, Louvain, and Liege) and is closely connected with institutes in the Netherlands including Maastricht University and Nikhef. BelGrav-UGent is one of the initial founding research units of the recently-formed Einstein Telescope Collaboration. Candidates should have a masters degree in the Physical Sciences or Engineering. Applications should include: (i) a statement of interest (up to two pages), (ii) a brief academic CV, (iii) a list of grades, (iv) title and abstract of masters thesis (if applicable), and additionally (v) two letters of reference (to be sent directly by the referees). Applications including letters of reference are to be sent to gravity[AT]ugent.be. The deadline for applications is 11 November 2022. We will interview the shortlisted candidates in late November and announce the results by mid-December. The position is expected to begin on 01 February 2023 or soon afterwards. PhD positions in Belgium are for a duration of 4 years. The language of communication in the research groups is English, and there are no special language requirements for the advertised position. Information on international life in Ghent is available at The Square.Gent. For more information about the positions, please contact Dr. Daniela Pascucci or Prof. Archisman Ghosh. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. ERC-funded postdoctoral position(s) in Numerical Relativity beyond GR, Trieste, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/13/erc-funded-postdoctoral-posi… Deadline: 2022-12-16 Location: Trieste, Italy Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23261 Contact: barausse[AT]sissa.it The gravitational-wave physics group at SISSA solicits expressions of interest for one postdoctoral position in numerical relativity, starting in the second half of 2023 or earlier. Candidates should have a PhD in astrophysics, physics or applied mathematics. Candidates with knowledge and experience in numerical relativity will be particularly favored. The successful applicant will be part of an ERC-funded international research group at SISSA (https://grams-815673.wixsite.com/2019). The interests of the group focus on testing extensions of General Relativity with gravitational data, but also include more generally the physics and astrophysics of gravitational wave sources with current and future detectors. The candidate will also be part of the Astroparticle Physics Group at SISSA (https://www.sissa.it/app/people.php). Trieste is a lively city by the Adriatic sea. It has plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, and it characterized by a high concentration of scientific research institutions - including, besides SISSA: the Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe (IFPU, www.ifpu.it/), the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP, http://www.ictp.it/), the National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF; Observatory of Trieste, www.oats.inaf.it/index.php/en/) and the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN; Trieste Section www.ts.infn.it/en/). Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. The application should include a CV, a publication list, and a research summary and proposal. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference. Applications will have to be sent by Dec 16th, 2022 for full consideration. The position is for two years. Inquiries may be directed to Enrico Barausse barausse[at]sissa.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Post-doc and PhD position in experimental relativistic geodesy, Duesseldorf, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25499 Deadline: 2023-01-31 Location: Duesseldorf, Germany Additional Information: https://www.exphy.uni-duesseldorf.de Contact: step.schiller[AT]hhu.de This project aims at performing experiments on relativistic geodesy using optical lattice clocks and ground-to-satellite time transfer links to the ISS. The project task consists in comparing a strontium lattice clock at Geodaetische Fundamentalstation Wettzell (Germany) with a strontium lattice clock at PTB Braunschweig. The comparison will be performed during the mission ACES on the ISS, starting in 2025. High-performance optical, microwave, and fiber links will be used for this purpose. In particular, free-space optical links will be implemented betweeen the Wettzell laser ranging station and the ACES payload and, simultaneously, between ACES and a similar ranging station in Potsdam. These two-way pulsed laser time-transfer links will be unique worldwide, as there are currently no other ground stations providing the necessary infrastructure capable of sufficiently high accuracy. We aim for achieving clock comparisons with a fractional uncertainty of 1E-17 in time interval measurements. This position refers to improving an existant optical lattice clock, called "SOC2", then transferring it to Wettzell, operating it there, performing measurement campaings during the ACES mission, analyzing and interpreting data. The SOC2 clock is a modular, transportable lattice optical clock based on strontium. Currently, the SOC2 team consists of three Ph.D. students, plus engineering and software support. The work will be performed initially at PTB Braunschweig for approximately 1.5 years and subsequently at the Wettzell Geodetic Observatory (Bavaria). The work is in the framework of an interdisciplinary research consortium comprising 10 groups, most of them in geodesy (measurements and data analysis). The position holder therefore has ample opportunity to learn about this subject. Apart from contributing to seminal experiments, the position gives the person the possiblity to develop his/her management and leadership skills, towards a career in academia or in a research organisation (if desired). We are seeking a highly motivated person to make crucial contributions to the above work and accomplish significant progress. The applicant should have experience with complex cold atom/optical equipment and excellent organizational and communication skills (written and interpersonal). The contract duration is 4 years, with a possibility of extension by additional 4 years. The salary level for the post-doc position is EG 13. The salary level for the Ph.D. student position is 66% EG 13 during year 1 and 2, 75 % during year 3 and 4. Applications will be reviewed as received. The earliest possible start date is Jan. 1, 2023; a later start date is possible. For further information or for applying, contact: Prof. S. Schiller, Heinrich-Heine-Universitaet Duesseldorf, step.schiller[AT]hhu.de +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Faculty Positions in the Department of Physics, Taoyuan, Taiwan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/13/faculty-positions-in-the-dep… Deadline: 2022-12-31 Location: Taoyuan, Taiwan Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22950 Contact: cjlo[AT]phy.ncu.edu.tw The Department of Physics ( https://www.phy.ncu.edu.tw ) at National Central University in Taoyuan, Taiwan, invites applications for tenure-track positions with the appointment starting on August 1, 2023. Applicants in all areas of physics are welcome. Successful candidates are expected to establish a strong and independent research program, obtain research funding, commit to excellent teaching, and supervise students. The application materials should be submitted through Academicjobsonline: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22950 . Complete applications should include a cover letter, a full curriculum vitae with a complete publication record, a research statement, and a teaching statement. Candidates should arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be submitted through Academicjobsonline. To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be received before December 31, 2022. Any queries about the position should be directed to Professor Chien-Jung Lo (cjlo[AT]phy.ncu.edu.tw). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Faculty Position in Astrophysics at T.D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/16/faculty-position-in-astrophy… Deadline: 2022-12-15 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23238 Contact: leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn The Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn) invites applications for several tenure-track ("Fellows") or tenured ("Senior Fellows" and "T.D. Lee professors") faculty positions in astrophysics. We are seeking candidates in all areas of astrophysics, from exoplanets, gravitational waves/time-domain astronomy to particle astrophysics and cosmology, and from theoretical and observational astronomy to instrumental/laboratory astrophysics. The Fellows (equivalent to Assistant Professor) and Senior Fellows/Professors (equivalent to Associate or Full Professors) at TDLI are expected to carry out independent forefront research and supervise students (both Ph.D. and undergraduate students). They will have a reduced teaching load compared to typical university faculty. The positions are open to researchers of any nationality, and will provide internationally competitive salary, housing subsidy, and start-up grant. TDLI is a national research institute, with Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957) as the Honorary Director and Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004) as the Founding Director (and the current Chief Scientist). The Current Director is Prof. Jie Zhang, a prominent physicist and the former President of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). TDLI supports research in high energy physics, astrophysics and quantum physics, and aims to become a top-notch physics and astronomy research institute in the world. SJTU is the contractor and trustee of TDLI and is in charge of the operation of TDLI. TDLI has an internationalised environment with English as its working language. TDLI has an active visitor program, and organises many topical workshops and conferences each year to create a scientifically stimulating environment. Its astronomy division works closely with the astronomy department at SJTU (http://astro.sjtu.edu.cn/en/), which currently has an active extragalactic/cosmology research program and is eager to expand into other areas. The TDLI astronomy division also works with its particle physics division, on particle astrophysics, dark matter search and other frontiers in fundamental physics. Applicants should submit their applications at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23238. They should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including a publication list), a research and teaching statement (four-page maximum). At least five reference letters should be submitted online at the same website. For other inquires please send an email to leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn. For full consideration, all application material should be received before December 15, 2022. The search will remain open until the positions are filled. Included Benefits: The position comprises comprehensive university benefit packages for faculty, including generous housing subsidies, medical insurance and retirement benefits. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Postdoc Fellows in Astrophysics at T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/16/postdoc-fellows-in-astrophys… Deadline: 2023-01-20 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23237 Contact: leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn The Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn) invites applications for several T. D. Lee prize postdoctoral research fellow positions in all areas of astrophysics, including high energy and gravitational wave astronomy, exoplanets, astrophysical dynamics, galaxy formation and evolution, cosmology and laboratory astrophysics. We welcome highly motivated applicants who have recently obtained a Ph.D. degree or expect one prior to starting the position. The initial appointment is for 2 years with possible renewal up to 2 additional years. We offer a competitive salary (minimum 300,000 RMB per year) and heavily subsidised housing options through the co-sponsor Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). The nominal start date is September 2023, but can be flexible. Applicants will also automatically be considered for other postdoc positions supported by research grants, particularly in the areas of (1) exoplanets (Prof. Fabo Feng, Prof. Masahiro Ogihara, Prof. Xianyu Tan); (2) high energy/particle astrophysics (Prof. Gwenael Giacinti, Prof. Yosuke Mizuno, Prof. Luca Visinelli, Prof. Hao Zhou); (3) laboratory astrophysics (Prof. Longqing Yi). TDLI is a national research institute, with Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957) as the Honorary Director and Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004) as the Founding Director (and the current Chief Scientist). The Current Director is Prof. Jie Zhang, a prominent physicist and the former President of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). TDLI supports research in high energy physics, astrophysics and quantum physics, and aims to become a top-notch physics and astronomy research institute in the world. TDLI has an internationalised environment with English as its working language. TDLI has an active visitor program, and organises many topical workshops and conferences each year to create a scientifically stimulating environment. The TDLI astrophysics division works closely with the astronomy department at SJTU (http://astro.sjtu.edu.cn/en/), and also enjoys a unique interdisciplinary research environment of TDLI. Applicants should submit their applications at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23237. They should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including a publication list), a research statement (three-page maximum). Three reference letters should be submitted online at the same website. For other inquires please send an email to leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn. For full consideration, all application material should be received before January 20, 2023. The search will remain open until the positions are filled. Included Benefits: The position comprises comprehensive university benefit packages for faculty, including generous housing subsidies, medical insurance and retirement benefits. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.15. Postdocs in Loop Quantum Gravity, London, Ontario, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/17/postdocs-in-loop-quantum-gra… Deadline: 2022-11-08 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Additional Information: https://uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0oyoUDCaW0CJWfQ Contact: fvidotto[AT]uwo.ca We invite applications for 2 postdoctoral positions at Western University. The successful candidate will join Francesca Vidotto's group (physics.uwo.ca/people/faculty_web_pages/vidotto.html), that currently includes 2 postdocs and 7 graduate students. The group focuses on interdisciplinary research between the application of loop quantum gravity to cosmology and black holes and the foundations of physics, at the interface between quantum mechanics and spacetime structure. The group benefits of the presence of Carlo Rovelli as associate professor and of the numerous researchers in philosophy of physics, including Chris Smeenk, Wayne Myrvold and Robert Disalle. The group is part at Western of the Physics and Astronomy Department, of the Philosophy Department and of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, and it is affiliated with the nearby Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Western campus in London, Ontario, provides an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary research and a community that values and foster diversity. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate on the group's projects, interact with the other group members and contribute to the group's activities. in particular, the group has a major involvement in the international project for the Quantum Information Structure of Spacetime QISS (see http://www.qiss.fr ) which provides part of the funding for these positions. The starting date of the positions is flexible, ideally between January 2023 and September 2023. The initial appointment will be for two years. The salary, in agreement with Canadian scales, will be commensurate to the candidate experience. The review of the applications will start on November 8, 2022 and applications will be considered until all positions are filled. Application should be submitted using the following link: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0oyoUDCaW0CJWfQ Candidates interested in philosophy of physics may consider applying directly to the postdoctoral program of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy. Candidates with a doctoral degree in philosophy and with research interests in cosmology, spacetime theories, and quantum field theory, are especially encouraged to apply. The call for applications is currently open: the review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information, see: rotman.uwo.ca/fellows/rotman-institute-postdoctoral-fellowship/cfa-phil-physics-postdoc/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.16. Faculty positions on gravitational waves at QMUL, London, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25514 Deadline: 2022-11-12 Location: London, United Kingdom Additional Information: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/strategic-hires-se/ Contact: p.figueras[AT]qmul.ac.uk Dear colleagues, The Faculty of Science and Engineering at Queen Mary University of London are advertising a set of academic positions as part of a major investment in its strategic research themes, with 25 positions at Lecturer / Senior Lecturer level and 5 positions at Reader / Professor level. The targeted research areas for these positions feature gravitational wave science, including (but not limited to) numerical and mathematical relativity, perturbative techniques, gravitational wave astrophysics, gravitational wave data analysis/theory (Ref: QMUL30731). In addition, appointments will be made in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science. (Ref: QMUL30635). The Geometry, Analysis and Gravitation group at the School of Mathematical Sciences is one of the strongest groups in the UK doing research on various aspects of general relativity and gravitation, covering areas from mathematical and numerical relativity to gravitational wave data analysis. Apart from the permanent faculty members, the group has several postdoctoral researchers, many PhD students and a vibrant visitor program. Our members have strong connections to other world leading institutions, and play key roles in various collaborations such as GRChombo, the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA consortium. The Astronomy Unit is one of the largest such research groups in the UK, with 14 full-time permanent academic staff, as well as many postdoctoral researchers and PhD students, and a vibrant visitors' research programme. Our research focuses on several active areas of modern astrophysics: Cosmology and Relativity, Space and Astrophysical Plasma Physics, and Extrasolar Planets and Planet Formation. Our members play leading roles in many space missions and large collaborations, e.g., the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the LISA consortium, the Vera Rubin Observatory, Euclid and the Square Kilometre Array. We run comprehensive undergraduate and masters taught programmes in Astrophysics, maintain a successful PhD research training programme, and undertake an extensive range of outreach activities, both within the local area and nationally. For more information about these positions, please see: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/strategic-hires-se/ and to apply please see: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/items/7622.html. The deadline for applications is 12th November 2022. Please get in touch with any academic staff member if you are interested in applying, or would like more information. For gravitational wave source modelling, compact objects, mathematical and numerical relativity, gravitational wave data analysis and machine learning we recommend contacting Dr. Juan A. Valiente-Kroon (j.a.valiente-kroon[AT]qmul.ac.uk), Prof. Pau Figueras (p.figueras[AT]qmul.ac.uk), Dr. Shabnam Behesthi (s.beheshti[AT]qmul.ac.uk) and/or Dr. Charalampos Markakis (c.markakis[AT]qmul.ac.uk). For gravitational wave astronomy, cosmology or scattering amplitude applicants, we recommend contacting Dr. Tessa Baker (t.baker[AT]qmul.ac.uk) and/or Prof. Chris Clarkson (chris.clarkson[AT]qmul.ac.uk). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.17. Several 3-year postdoc position in Qubits and Spacetime Unit, Okinawa, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25519 Deadline: 2022-11-24 Location: Okinawa, Japan Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23351 Contact: quast.oist[AT]gmail.com Several 3-year postdoctoral positions will become available in the fall of 2023 in the Qubits and Spacetime Unit at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (https://www.oist.jp) led by Philipp Hoehn. The research of the unit lies broadly at the interface of quantum gravity, quantum information and foundations, focusing on general questions in an around quantum gravity. Current research interests include e.g. finite regions in gauge theory and gravity, equilibrium and non-equilibrium spacetime thermodynamics, gravitational observables, quantum reference frames, the interplay of quantum correlations and spacetime geometry, entanglement in gauge systems, as well as (micro)causality in gauge theory and gravity. For further information on the group, see https://groups.oist.jp/quast. Candidates with an interest in any of these or related topics are encouraged to apply. The Qubits and Spacetime Unit is a node of the international consortium Quantum Information Structure of Spacetime (QISS, https://www.qiss.fr), funded by the Templeton Foundation. While all positions will be connected with QISS, one of them will be fully funded through the consortium grant and (in contrast to the others) on a 2+1 year basis, with third year extension subject to funding. Ideally, this QISS position should be filled starting June 2023 due to the grant period. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are interested in this position. OIST currently harbors three further units in quantum gravity or related topics in mathematical physics, headed by Shinobu Hikami, Yasha Neiman and Reiko Toriumi, and is currently expanding its quantum information science initiative with several new groups to arrive. Furthermore, the institute regularly hosts international workshops, seminars and visitors in these areas, providing for a stimulating research environment. The unit will provide support for traveling and hosting collaborators. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will contribute to the research program of the Qubits and Spacetime Unit, but is also encouraged to carry out self-designed projects. Active participation in group seminars and meetings is expected, as well as in assisting with their organization. The successful candidate may also contribute to mentoring students. Qualifications: - Completed PhD in theoretical physics or mathematics by the time of employment. - Background in one or several of the following topics: quantum gravity, quantum information, quantum field theory, quantum foundations, quantum many-body physics or mathematical physics. - Fluency in English. Starting Date: Fall 2023 for the internally funded positions and (ideally) June 2023 for the QISS funded position. Term and Working hours: Full-time, fixed term appointment for 3 years for the internally funded positions, and full-time, fixed term appointment for 2 years with possibility of a third year extension (subject to funding) for the QISS funded position. Compensation and Benefits: We pay an internationally competitive salary, which is raised upon completion of every additional year after the PhD award. A housing allowance of up to 80% of the rent complements the salary. Additional benefits: - Relocation and commuting allowances - Annual paid leave and summer holidays - Health insurance, welfare pension insurance and worker's accident compensation insurance How to Apply: Apply by uploading your Submission Documents through Academic Jobs Online under the link https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23351. For further information please see https://groups.oist.jp/quast or contact Philipp Hoehn under quast.oist[AT]gmail.com. Submission Documents: - Cover letter - Research statement, including summary of past achievements and future research plans (max. 3 pages text!) - Curriculum vitae including publication list - Three letters of reference Application Due Date: Applications will be screened as they come in. Preferably they should be received by November 24, 2022. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST; see https://www.oist.jp) is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding (OIST campus video tour). There are no academic departments, which facilitates multidisciplinary research. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration. English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research. * OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students and staff. The University strongly encourages women and minority candidates to apply. * Information provided by applicants or references will be kept confidential, documents will not be returned. All applicants will be notified regarding the status of their applications. * Please view our policy for rules on external professional activities (https://groups.oist.jp/acd/information-disclosure/). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.18. Postdoc position in gravitational wave data analysis, Utrecht, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25527 Deadline: 2022-12-05 Location: Utrecht, the Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.uu.nl/en/organisation/working-at-utrecht-university/jobs/postdo… Contact: c.f.f.vandenbroeck[AT]uu.nl The Institute for Gravitational and Subatomic Physics (GRASP) at Utrecht University is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher in gravitational wave data analysis and phenomenology, who is interested in studying gravitational wave signals from coalescing binary neutron stars and black holes as probes of fundamental physics. At GRASP this effort is led by Professor Chris Van Den Broeck and currently involves a team of 14 postdocs and PhD students. The group has close ties with researchers at Utrecht University's Institute for Theoretical Physics, and with other individuals and institutes across the Netherlands as well as globally. Within the Netherlands this research will be carried out as part of the Dutch Black Hole Consortium, which includes more than 10 universities and knowledge institutes across the country. Internationally, the successful candidate will conduct her or his research as a member of the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration and the Einstein Telescope Collaboration. As a candidate you are expected to have, or be in the final stages of obtaining, a PhD degree in Physics or a closely related field. Excellent programming and scientific writing skills are required, as well as English communication skills, together with the motivation to work in a multidisciplinary, international research team. Early applications are encouraged. Also, women are strongly encouraged to apply. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.19. Rising Scholar Postdoctoral Fellowships, Charlottesville, VA, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25529 Deadline: 2023-01-15 Location: Charlottesville, VA, USA Additional Information: https://graduate.as.virginia.edu/rising-scholars Contact: ky5t[AT]virginia.edu The University of Virginia Department of Physics is pleased to announce its participation in the Rising Scholars Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (https://graduate.as.virginia.edu/rising-scholars). The Program is intended to support under-represented scholars in any field and is sponsored by the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Its goal is to provide mentored professional development opportunities to train the next generation of scholars for future tenure-track positions at UVA or elsewhere. Postdoctoral Fellows selected under this program will be appointed for two years (subject to annual review) and will carry out research, teaching, and professional development activities directed toward securing a tenure-track position. The UVA Physics Department encourages Rising Scholars Fellowship applications from postdoctoral candidates who received (or will receive) their Ph.D degree in Physics or a closely related field between August 24, 2020 and August 24, 2023, and who are interested in obtaining additional research and teaching experience as well as cultivating a more inclusive department and professional community for those traditionally underrepresented in Physics, for instance, women and racial minorities. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2023. For full consideration, applications should be completed by that date. Fellowship recipients in Physics will work with one or more faculty in the areas of active research described on the Department's web page (http://www.phys.virginia.edu/), including: Astrophysics, Gravity and Cosmology; Atomic, Molecular and Optical; Biological and Medical; Condensed Matter; High Energy; Mathematical; Nuclear and Particle; and Quantum Information. Please contact Prof. David Nichols (david.nichols[AT]virginia.edu) and/or Prof. Kent Yagi (ky5t[AT]virginia.edu) for further information about the research in gravity, astrophysics, and cosmology in the Department of Physics at the University of Virginia. Applicants who seek additional information regarding this program are welcome to contact Keisha John (kj6s[AT]virginia.edu), associate dean for diversity and inclusion; and Liza Flood (ejs6yc[AT]virginia.edu), program coordinator for the Rising Scholars Program. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.20. Postdoc position in quantum gravity and random geometry, Okinawa, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/24/postdoc-position-in-quantum-… Deadline: 2022-12-18 Location: Okinawa, Japan Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23414 Contact: qgqft.oist[AT]gmail.com Applications are invited for a 2-year postdoc position in the Gravity, Quantum Geometry and Field Theory group (Principal Investigator: Reiko Toriumi) at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University, Japan, starting in the Fall of 2023. The successful applicant will work in the group lead by Prof. Reiko Toriumi. Responsibilities 1. The candidate is expected to actively contribute to the research program of Gravity, Quantum Geometry and Field Theory group including collaborations, meetings and seminars, and to mentor student research. 2. The candidate must have a clear research plan (with flexibility and interests in potential collaboration with Prof. Reiko Toriumi and other members), and be able to achieve research objectives. 3. The candidate is expected to be in residence for the time of appointment. Support for conference and collaboration travel/host can be provided but up to availability of funding. Qualifications 1. Applicants are required to have completed Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics and/or Mathematics by the time of appointment and have a background in quantum gravity, quantum field theory, random geometry or related areas. 2. We are looking for a self-motivated, responsible, and respectful researcher. 3. Demonstrates excellent oral and written English. Term Full-time, fixed term appointment for 2 years (more precisely until 30th September 2025), starting Fall 2023. There may be an opportunity to renew it. Compensation The salary is internationally competitive and complemented by allowances as below. Benefits 1. Relocation, housing and commuting allowances in addition to the salary. 2. Annual paid leave (10 days for the first year and 20 days for the second year) and summer holidays (7 days) 3. Health insurance, welfare pension insurance, and worker's accident compensation insurance. Application documents in pdf (in English) 1. Cover letter 2. Research statement (includes future research plan, where you may also consider overlap in interests with the research that Prof. Reiko Toriumi does.) 3. CV including publication list 4. Three reference letters to be submitted through Academic Jobs Online (23414) The application materials 1, 2, and 3 should be compiled in one single pdf file and should be sent to qgqft.oist[AT]gmail.com. Please submit only the reference letters through Academic Jobs Online (23414). Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Reiko Toriumi at qgqft.oist[AT]gmail.com. Application deadline The review of the applications will start on December 18th 2022, and will continue until the positions are filled. The applications received by December 18th 2022 are guaranteed full consideration. 1919-1 Tancha, Onna, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-0495 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.21. Postdoctoral Position in Strong-field Tests of Gravity, Urbana-Champaign, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25535 Deadline: 2022-12-01 Location: Urbana-Champaign, USA Additional Information: https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/ Contact: hwitek[AT]illinois.edu The Illinois Relativity Group in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a postdoctoral research position with focus on strong-field tests of gravity. The successful candidate will join Asst. Prof. Helvi Witek and her team to work on gravitational wave signatures in extensions of General Relativity, including quadratic gravity, or signatures of extra degrees of freedom to probe for beyond-standard model particles and dark matter candidates. The candidate should have strengths in one or more of the following topics: numerical relativity in and beyond General Relativity, Post-Newtonian theory, inspiral-merger-ringdown waveform modelling or gravitational wave data analysis. In addition to Asst. Prof. Helvi Witek, the Illinois Relativity Group is composed of Prof. N. Yunes, Prof. S. Shapiro and Research Professor A. Tsokaros, and their research postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students. The Illinois Relativity Group maintains close interactions with UIUC colleagues in the Department of Physics, the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA; in particular Dr. R. Haas), and in the Department of Astronomy. Furthermore, the successful candidate will become part of a vibrant research community in the Illinois Center for Advanced Study of the University (ICASU; https://icasu.illinois.edu/) that bridges the Departments of Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, Mathematics and NCSA. ICASU faculty working in closely related areas include Profs. Peter Adshead, Charles Gammie, Gil Holder, Yoni Kahn, Jaki Noronha-Hostler, Jorge Noronha, and Jessie Shelton. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to join the LISA Consortium (https://lisamission.org) and the Einstein Toolkit Consortium (https://einsteintoolkit.org). Interested candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics or a related field before the start date. They must submit their application package online here: https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/ under "Postdoctoral Fellowships in Strong-field Tests of Gravity 2023." Applicants are requested to submit (1) a curriculum vitae, including a list of publications (2) a research statement (limited to 3 pages, 1 inch margin, 11pt) containing a summary of previous and current research, and future plans (3) contact information for three referees who will be asked to write letters of recommendation The deadline for applications and all letters of recommendation is December 1, 2022 for full consideration. The expected starting date of the position is 15 August 2022. Please contact Helvi Witek (hwitek[AT]illinois.edu) if you have any questions about the position itself, or Brandy Koebbe (bkoebbe[AT]illinois.edu) if you have any questions about the application form. Candidates from underrepresented groups in STEM are particularly encouraged to apply. Any offer for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check process in accordance with the University of Illinois Background Check Policy. The University of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or criminal conviction history. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.22. TDLI International Graduate Student Fellowships in Astrophysics, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/26/tdli-international-graduate-… Deadline: 2023-03-31 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: https://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/customize/578?t=90cf13047f0f Contact: leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) in Shanghai, China (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn), initiated by Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee, is a newly established national research institute and the current director is Prof. Frank Wilczek. TDLI supports research in high energy physics, astrophysics and quantum physics, and aims to become a top-notch physics and astronomy research institute in the world. Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is the contractor and trustee of TDLI and in charge of the operation of TDLI. TDLI has an internationalized environment with English as its working language. The TDLI astrophysics division works closely with the astronomy department at SJTU (http://astro.sjtu.edu.cn/en/). Current faculty members are active in exoplanets and dynamics, high-energy/particle astrophysics, galactic/extragalactic astronomy and cosmology with projects in observations, theory, statistics, computation, and instrumentation. In TDLI astrophysics division, we are looking for talented and highly motivated Master and PhD students for Fall 2023 Admission. The study duration for Master's programs is usually 2-3 years (full-time), and 4 years (full-time) for PhD programs. Successful applicants are expected to start in Sep 2023. These positions are funded partially through individual faculty's grants. Scholarships such as Chinese Government Scholarship, Shanghai Government Scholarship, SJTU Scholarship are also available for excellent candidates. Please apply before Dec 15, 2022 for the 1st round scholarship application and Mar 31, 2023 for the 2nd round scholarship application. Self-supported applications are open until May 31, 2023. Please refer to the SJTU International Graduate Admission for the enrolment eligibility (https://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/customize/578?t=90cf13047f0f). Any other inquires please send an email to leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.23. Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Astrophysics and Numerical Relativity, Moscow, ID, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/26/postdoctoral-positions-in-co… Deadline: 2022-12-15 Location: Moscow, ID, USA Additional Information: https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/38351 Contact: zetienne[AT]uidaho.edu The Department of Physics at the University of Idaho (Principal Investigator: Zachariah Etienne) is seeking applications for two Postdoctoral Fellows in the field of Computational Astrophysics/Numerical Relativity. The successful candidate will: * Perform state-of-the-art simulations of important astrophysical/multi-messenger phenomena, and analyze and visualize simulation data. * Work with multi-institution networks of collaborators on next-generation numerical relativity projects such as: 1. BlackHoles@Home (https://blackholesathome.net), which is a proposed, BOINC-based volunteer-computing / public-outreach project called aimed at unlocking the consumer-grade desktop computer as a core tool for numerical relativity simulations of black hole binaries (BHBs). Our goal is to generate more than 10,000 NR-based waveform predictions per year, validating all existing waveform catalogs and greatly improving our coverage of BHB parameter space. 2. superB, a supercomputer-ready, highly-scalable fork of BlackHoles@Home aimed at both rapid follow-up simulations of binary black hole gravitational wave detections, and simulating extreme binary black hole mergers (super-high spins and mass ratios). 3. NRPy+-enhanced Einstein Toolkit, which involves advancing NRPy+-based code generation (http://nrpyplus.net/) within the Einstein Toolkit (https://einsteintoolkit.org/) framework, lowering the barrier to entry for new users. 4. IllinoisGRMHD (https://illinoisgrmhd.net): Supercomputer simulations of magnetized binary neutron star mergers with IllinoisGRMHD, coupling dynamical spacetimes, GRMHD, tabulated equations of state, and neutrino physics. 5. ChaNGa/NRPy+: Advancing the state-of-the-art in supercomputer simulations of binary neutron star mergers, through the marriage of the ChaNGa moving-mesh ALE code (for GRHD/GRMHD) and the NRPy+-based BlackHoles@Home infrastructure (for the spacetime). 6. NRPyElliptic: A fast new hyperbolic relaxation elliptic solver for generating initial data for numerical relativity. * Write scientific papers summarizing work and present work at scientific conferences. -={ Position Details }=- Application deadline: The screening process will begin on December 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Preferred start date: August 2023, though start dates earlier in the year are acceptable. Duration: These positions may be renewed in annualized increments for a duration of at least three years, contingent upon performance, need, and funding. Remote work option: Available, considered on a case-by-case basis Salary range: $55-60k annually -={ Qualifications }=- * All Ph.D. requirements fulfilled in Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy, Computer Science, or a related field. * Strong programming skills (C and Python, or closely related languages). * Experience in high-performance computing and large-scale data analysis. * Excellent ability to communicate research to both experts and non-experts. -={ How to Apply }=- 1. Click on the *More Info External Link* above. The application will request * Resume or CV * Statement of research 2. Please have three letters of recommendation sent directly to zetienne(a)uidaho.edu -={ University of Idaho }=- The University of Idaho (UI) is located in the idyllic Palouse region, on the Washington state border. It experiences a Mediterranean-like climate with warm, dry summers, and mild winters. UI is situated in Moscow, the most walkable city in Idaho (walkscore.com), and is only 15km from Pullman, WA, another college town . The University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.24. Postodoc opportunity in gravitational wave physics, Geneva, Switzerland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25547 Deadline: 2022-12-01 Location: Geneva, Switzerland Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23460 Contact: chiara.caprini[AT]cern.ch We invite applications for a postdoc position at the University of Geneva, to work on Gravitational Waves, mainly in the context of the LISA mission. Possible topics span from the characterisation of stochastic gravitational wave backgrounds from the early universe (for example from first order phase transitions) to developing data analysis techniques for the detection of backgrounds and/or compact binaries, to the use of the gravitational wave emission from binary sources to probe the late time expansion of the universe. The position needs to be filled *as soon as possible*. The gross salary is approximately 6700 CHF per month. Applicants with experience in: gravitational wave cosmology, gravitational wave data analysis, numerical simulations of early universe phenomena, are encouraged to apply. A completed, or near to completion, Ph.D. in Physics, Astrophysics, or closely related areas is required. The Department of Theoretical Physics of the University of Geneva offers a lively environment with many opportunities for collaborations. Interactions with the CERN Theory Group are foreseeable. The postdoctoral fellow will become a member of the LISA Consortium. Applications should be submitted by the 1st December 2022. Please submit a CV, publication list, statement of research interests and arrange for three referees to send letters of recommendation. Late applications may still be considered until the position is filled. For any queries about the job, please contact chiara.caprini[AT]cern.ch +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.25. Postdoctoral position in Gravitation and Cosmology, Bilbao, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25569 Deadline: 2022-12-15 Location: Bilbao, Spain Additional Information: http://tp.lc.ehu.es/tp/wp-content/uploads/2023/late.pdf Contact: gravitation[AT]ehu.eus Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral position in the area of Gravitation and Cosmology beginning around September 2023. The position will be held in the Department of Physics at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), Bilbao, Spain. The successful candidates are required to hold a PhD at the starting date of the position. Our group includes Mariam Bouhmadi-Lopez, David Brizuela, Tom Broadhurst, Inaki Garay, Jesus Ibanez, Ruth Lazkoz, Jose M M Senovilla, and Raul Vera as well as several graduate students. The group also benefits from close ties with other faculty members of the department, including Ana Achucarro, Igor Bandos, Jose Juan Blanco-Pillado, Joanes Lizarraga, Asier Lopez-Eiguren, Juan Luis Manes, Jon Urrestilla, and Manuel Valle. Our lines of research cover mathematical aspects of gravitation and Lorentzian geometry, astrophysical compact objects, loop quantum gravity, quantum models of cosmology and black holes, cosmological observational tests, alternative theories of gravity, dark energy and dark matter, gravitational lensing, formation of galaxy (clusters), gravitational waves, and panoramic surveys with space telescopes, including the James Webb Space Telescope. The appointment will be for two years. Candidates should send a CV, statement of research interests and publication list, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to: gravitation[AT]ehu.eus The deadline for applications is 15/12/2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.26. Postdoctoral position in Theoretical Cosmology at Bilbao, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=25570 Deadline: 2022-12-15 Location: Bilbao, Spain Additional Information: http://tp.lc.ehu.es/tp/wp-content/uploads/2023/early.pdf Contact: early-universe-cosmo[AT]ehu.es Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral positions in the area of Theoretical Cosmology beginning around September 2023. The position will be held in the Department of Theoretical Physics at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), Bilbao, Spain. The successful candidates are required to hold a PhD at the starting date of the position. Our group includes Ana Achucarro, Igor Bandos, Jose Juan Blanco-Pillado, Joanes Lizarraga, Asier Lopez-Eiguren, Juan Luis Manes, Jon Urrestilla and Manuel Valle, as well as several graduate students. The group also benefits from close ties with other faculty members of the department which includes Mariam Bouhmadi-Lopez, David Brizuela, Tom Broadhurst, Inaki Garay, Jesus Ibanez, Ruth Lazkoz, Jose M M Senovilla, and Raul Vera. Our research interests focus on inflationary cosmology, topological defects, gravitational waves and other applications to cosmology within field theory as well as String Theory. Members of our group are involved in several gravitational wave collaborations such as the NANOGrav Collaboration, the LISA Consortium and Einstein Telescope. For more information on the group see (http://tp.lc.ehu.es/earlyuniverse/ ). The appointments will be for two years. Candidates should send a CV, statement of research interest and publication list, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to: early-universe-cosmo[AT]ehu.es The deadline for applications is 15/12/2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Detecting continuous gravitational-wave signals: a Kaggle competition ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2022/10/07/detecting-continuous-gravita… Additional Information: https://www.kaggle.com/competitions/g2net-detecting-continuous-gravitationa… As a collaboration between the University of Glasgow and the University of the Balearic Islands, with the support of the G2Net COST Action CA17137, we have launched a Kaggle competition for the detection of continuous gravitational waves. In this competition, participants are asked to develop a machine-learning-based solution to identify data samples in which a simulated continuous wave is present. The competition lasts for three months (October 2022 - January 2023) and there is a prize of $25,000 generously donated by Google to be split among the three winners of the competition. https://www.kaggle.com/competitions/g2net-detecting-continuous-gravitationa… Continuous gravitational waves are a long-lasting form of gravitational radiation, yet to be detected by the current generation of interferometric detectors operated by the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA collaboration. They are expected to be emitted by non-axisymmetric rapidly-spinning neutron stars and they would allow us to probe the physics of such compact objects, as well as accessing the electromagnetically-quiet population of galactic neutron stars, otherwise inaccessible. Their detection would constitute the next major milestone of gravitational-wave astronomy. Current continuous-wave searches are computationally limited, as the most optimal methods incur a computational cost orders of magnitude greater than typical budgets nowadays available. Latest advancements in machine learning, on the other hand, suggest that other, more efficient methods, could be used to develop more sensitive searches. Kaggle is an open online platform associated with Google which hosts data-analysis competitions for different entities. Any individual can take part in this competition regardless of their background at no cost. Upon completion, the source code of winning solutions should be disclosed in order to be eligible for a monetary prize. Join the competition and find all the info at: https://www.kaggle.com/competitions/g2net-detecting-continuous-gravitationa… Rodrigo Tenorio Michael Williams Chris Messenger ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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