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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Era of Gravitational Wave Astronomy, Los Angeles, USA 1.2. Challenges for Witnessing Quantum Aspects of Gravity in a Lab, Sao Paulo, Brazil 1.3. Alternative Gravities and Fundamental Cosmology (ALTECOSMOFUN'21; online) 1.4. Flat Asymptotia, Okinawa, Japan 1.5. Sixteenth Marcel Grossmann Meeting on General Relativity (MG16), online 2. Jobs 2.1. Postodoctoral positions in Gravitational Physics and Cosmology, Beijing, China 2.2. Assistant Professor in Astroparticle Physics at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, USA 2.3. Assistant or Associate Professor in Astrophysics, "Digital Transformations", St. Louis, USA 2.4. Research Computing Facilitator at UMass, Dartmouth, USA 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Numerical Relativity at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, USA 2.6. Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Science at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, USA 2.7. Postdoctoral position in relativistic astrophysics, Southampton, UK 2.8. ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme, Madrid (Spain) or Noordwijk (Netherlands) 2.9. Hawking chair in Cosmology, Cambridge, UK 2.10. Professorship of Mathematical Physics, Cambridge, UK 2.11. Postdoctoral positions in computational relativity/cosmology/fluid dynamics, IBM, Daresbury, United Kingdom 2.12. 1 year post-doctoral position in strong gravity, Aveiro, Portugal 2.13. Two postdoctoral positions in gravitational physics, University of Mississippi, USA 3. News 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The general relativistic constraint equations" ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Era of Gravitational Wave Astronomy, Los Angeles, USA --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20825 Starting: 2021-09-13 to 2021-12-17 Location: Los Angeles, United States of America Additional Information: http://www.ipam.ucla.edu/gwa2021 Contact: ipam[AT]ucla.edu Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Era of Gravitational Wave Astronomy Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics, UCLA, Los Angeles (USA) September 13 - December 17, 2021 The Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IPAM) organizes a fourteen-week-long program to discuss Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Era of Gravitational Wave Astronomy. The program will connect efforts of the mathematical and physical sciences communities to address new challenges on the understanding of multi-messenger astronomy. This long program will involve senior and junior researchers from several communities relevant to the program. Long Program Schedule: - Opening Day. September 13, 2021. - Mathematical and Computational Challenges in the Era ofGravitational Wave Astronomy Tutorial. September 14-21, 2021. - Workshop I: Computational Challenges in Multi-Messenger Astrophysics. October 4-8, 2021. - Workshop II: Mathematical and Numerical Aspects of Gravitation. October 25-29, 2021. - Workshop III: Source Inference and Parameter Estimation in Gravitational Wave Astronomy. November 15-19, 2021. - Workshop IV: Big Data in Multi-Messenger Astrophysics. November 29 - December 3, 2021. - Culminating Workshop at Lake Arrowhead. December 12-17, 2021. Interested contributors may apply for financial support to participate in the entire fourteen-week program, or a portion of it. Applications will be accepted through May 31, 2021. Mathematicians and scientists at all levels who are interested in this area of research are encouraged to apply for funding. Supporting the careers of women and minority researchers is an important component of IPAM's mission and their applications are particularly welcomed. For more information, please visit the program webpage: www.ipam.ucla.edu/gwa2021 Program Flyer PDF: http://www.ipam.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/GWA2021-Flyer.pdf Organizing Committee: Manuela Campanelli (Rochester Institute of Technology) Marco Cavaglia (Missouri University of Science and Technology) Jose Antonio Font (University of Valencia) Igor Rodnianski (Princeton University) Susana Serna (Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Mathematics) Gunther Uhlmann (University of Washington, Mathematics) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Challenges for Witnessing Quantum Aspects of Gravity in a Lab, Sao Paulo, Brazil --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/10/challenges-for-witnessing-qu… Starting: 2021-06-07 to 2021-06-11 Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil Additional Information: https://www.ictp-saifr.org/qgem2021/ Contact: secretary[AT]ictp-saifr.org Understanding gravity in the framework of quantum mechanics is one of the significant challenges in modern physics. Along this line, a primary question is whether gravity is a quantum entity subject to quantum mechanical rules. Despite the purported weakness of gravity, the phase evolution induced by the gravitational interaction of two-micron size test masses in adjacent matter-wave interferometers can detectably entangle them via the exchange of graviton mediation even when they are placed far enough apart to keep Casimir-Polder forces at bay. This prescription for witnessing entanglement certifies gravity as a coherent quantum mediator through simple correlation measurements between two spins: one embedded in each test mass known as a QGEM (quantum gravity induced entanglement of masses) protocol. This workshop will discuss various theoretical and experimental challenges to conceive the QGEM protocol in a lab that will require an unprecedented level of accuracy in witnessing the quantum nature of one of nature's weakest interactions. No registration fee +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Alternative Gravities and Fundamental Cosmology (ALTECOSMOFUN'21; online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20856 Starting: 2021-09-06 to 2021-09-10 Location: Szczecin, Poland Additional Information: https://indico.cern.ch/event/873762/ Contact: altecosmo20[AT]gmail.com Dear Colleagues, In view of the very uncertain situation related to the pandemic of Covid-19, we have decided to hold our conference, "Alternative Gravities and Fundamental Cosmology", entirely online on 6th-10th of September of 2021. More technical details will be provided in due time to those who register. The task of the conference is to bring together specialists dealing with the problems of alternative gravities (including quantum gravity, superstring, varying constants, Lorentz violating etc.) both from a theoretical and observational point of view. The program of the conference will contain 4 plenary morning sessions and 3 afternoon parallel sessions (of 3 sessions each), 1 morning doctoral students' session (up to 3 parallel sessions). The oral presentations will be selected by the sessions conveners in collaboration with the Scientific Committee. We also plan to publish conference proceedings in the journal "Universe". Looking forward to "seeing" you. With compliments, Mariusz P. Dabrowski (Organizing Committee chair) Vincenzo Salzano (Scientific Committee chair) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Flat Asymptotia, Okinawa, Japan --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20864 Starting: 2021-03-15 to 2021-03-18 Location: Okinawa, Japan Additional Information: https://groups.oist.jp/flat-asymptotia Contact: aritra.banerjee[AT]oist.jp The holographic principle, a modern cornerstone in the understanding of quantum gravity, has been around for more than two decades now. Holography is often understood in spacetimes having a negative cosmological constant, via the AdS/CFT duality between gravity in D dimensions and gauge theory living in (D-1) dimensions. Flat holography seeks to apply similar techniques to arrive at a deeper understanding of scattering processes in flat spacetime. As such, it constitutes a step away from the unrealistic case of negative cosmological constant, and towards quantum gravity in the real world. In this workshop we will get to learn from the experts the multifaceted developments over the last few years on flat holography, and on the asymptotic symmetries that underlie it. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Sixteenth Marcel Grossmann Meeting on General Relativity (MG16), online --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/26/sixteenth-marcel-grossmann-m… Starting: 2021-07-05 to 2021-07-09 Location: online Additional Information: http://www.icra.it/mg/mg16/ Contact: mg16[AT]icranet.org The Sixteenth Marcel Grossmann Meeting on General Relativity (MG16) will take place virtually from Monday July 5 to Friday July 9, 2021. It will be organized by ICRA (Rome, Italy), ICRANet (Pescara, Italy) and the associated ICRANet centers including Yerevan, Armenia; Minsk, Belarus; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; USTC, China; Isfahan, Iran; Stanford University and the University of Arizona, USA. The meeting will run on the Indico platform (https://indico.cern.ch/) and video conferencing will be organized using Zoom (https://zoom.us/). After the meeting all videos will be available on YouTube. Each day of the meeting there will be three program blocks of three hours each: one plenary session and two parallel sessions in revolving order to address the three major continental time zones: Central European Summer Time: Block 1: 6:30-9:30 Block 2: 9:30-12:30 Block 3: 16:30-19:30 The first day plenary session will start at 9:30 on Monday, the second one at 16:30 on Tuesday, the third one at 6:30 on Wednesday and so on. Each three hour parallel session block will have 10 sessions, and each session will have nine 20 minute talks (including discussion). Plenary sessions will consist of 4 talks of 45 minutes each. Recordings of each plenary session will be available the next day on YouTube. The registration fees will be: Regular fee: 150 Euros (up to April 1) Regular fee: 200 Euros (from April 1) Reduced fee: 50 Euros (applied to student and auditors) Reduced fee: 80 Euros (from April 1) The timeline for meeting activities is: March 15, 2021: registration opening April 15, 2021: abstract submission opening May 15, 2021: registration closure June 15, 2021: abstract submission closure Further information will be updated here and available on the website. Remo Ruffini, University of Rome, on behalf of the International Organizing Committee Robert Jantzen, Villanova University, on behalf of the International Coordinating Committee +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postodoctoral positions in Gravitational Physics and Cosmology, Beijing, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/03/postdoctoral-positions-in-gr… Deadline: 2021-03-01 Location: Beijing, China Additional Information: http://physics.bnu.edu.cn/application/research/gravity/index.html Contact: mayg[AT]bnu.edu.cn The Center for Relativity and Gravitation at Beijing Normal University has four post-doctoral positions opening from July or September 2021 in the following fields: Loop quantum gravity and quantum cosmology, CMB, Large-scale structure formation of the Universe, Gravitational lensing, Numerical relativity, and Gravitational wave astronomy. The positions include competitive salary (no less than CNY180,000 per year) depending on the qualifications and directions of the applicants. The appointment will be for two years. The faculty members of the Center include Zhoujian Cao. Sijie Gao, Bin Hu, Wenbiao Liu, Yongge Ma, Hongbao Zhang, and Bin Zhou. The International Advisory Committee of the Center consisits of Abhay Ashtekar (Penn State), Ronggen Cai (ITP, CAS), Jerzy Lewandowski (Warsaw), Canbin Liang (BNU), Hong Liu (MIT), and Zheng Zhao (BNU). The research area of the Center concerns Genenral relativity, Black hole physics, Loop quantum gravity and quantum cosmology, Holographic issue of gravity, Alternative theories of gravity, Numerical relativity and gravitational wave, Relativistic astrophysics, and Cosmology. Interested candidates should send a CV, a publication list and a statement of research proposal and arrange to have two recommendation letters (one from the PhD advisor of the applicant) sent directly to one of the following faculty members: Zhoujian Cao (zjcao[AT]bnu.edu.cn) Bin Hu (bhu[AT]bnu.edu.cn) Yongge Ma (mayg[AT]bnu.edu.cn) The deadline for receipt of all application materials is March 1st, 2021. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Assistant Professor in Astroparticle Physics at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20809 Deadline: 2021-03-06 Location: Lawrence, KS, USA Additional Information: http://www.employment.ku.edu/academic/18308BR Contact: kuapsearch2020[AT]ku.edu The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas (KU) seeks outstanding applicants for an assistant professorship in physics (tenure track position) in astroparticle physics (AP), to start August 18, 2021. The KU AP group currently participates on multiple experiments either currently operating, or planned, in the polar regions, and seeks to build on its experience with radio-wave detection of cosmic rays and neutrinos, as well as develop and explore novel instrumentation and cosmic-ray detection strategies and technologies. Over the next decade, we hope to play a seminal role in the design, deployment, and calibration of the IceCube Gen2 radio and PUEO detectors. Candidates with research interests in radio-frequency instrumentation or areas closely related to it and compatible with, and complementing existing efforts in the department are particularly encouraged to apply. The qualifying candidates must have a doctorate degree in physics or a closely related field. A strong record of research and commitment to excellence in teaching are required. The University of Kansas is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment. Individuals who are committed to furthering these causes are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants from groups traditionally underrepresented in Physics and Astronomy. This includes, but is not limited to, women, racial and ethnic underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQIA individuals as well as those residing at the intersection of these axes. In addition, candidates with experience and/or demonstrated potential to effectively contribute to a diverse and inclusive learning environment are especially encouraged to apply. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment Lawrence, KS is an excellent place to live. It is an affordable and progressive city with a lively arts and music scene, excellent schools, high quality restaurants, economical living, and a diverse cultural mix. It is also only an hour drive from downtown Kansas City. For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to http://www.employment.ku.edu/academic/18308BR. A complete online application includes the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement (up to 5 pages), a teaching statement (up to 2 pages), and the names, e-mail addresses, and contact information for at least three references. Applicants should arrange for electronic letters of reference to be sent to Professor Hume Feldman, Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Kansas, kuapsearch2020[AT]ku.edu. Applications are being reviewed currently. Late applications will be accepted as long as needed to identify a qualified pool. For full consideration, all application documents and reference letters must be received before this date. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA[AT]ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Assistant or Associate Professor in Astrophysics, "Digital Transformations", St. Louis, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/06/assistant-or-associate-profe… Deadline: 2021-03-15 Location: St. Louis, USA Additional Information: https://apply.interfolio.com/83721 Contact: krawcz[AT]wustl.edu The Department of Physics at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a tenure-track/tenured faculty appointment in Physics at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to begin in the fall semester of 2021. A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment. We invite applicants in all areas of theoretical, observational, and experimental astrophysics, cosmology, particle physics and nuclear physics who specialize in the use of data-intensive methods, data mining, statistics, large-scale computer simulations, machine learning, neural network, and GPU computing. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, simulations of astrophysical processes (e.g. black hole and neutron star accretion or merger, cosmological simulations), processing large data sets (e.g., gravitational wave, cosmological, multi-wavelength and multi-messenger data sets), and statistical, uncertainty quantification, and Bayesian analyses. The hire forms part of Washington University's Digital Transformation initiative, in which 14 faculty members are hired in departments across the schools of Arts and Sciences. The ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues across traditional discipline boundaries will be considered as a strength of the application. Furthermore, a joint appointment with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics can be considered if appropriate. The faculty hire will be a member of the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences. The successful candidate will conduct an independent research program, teach typically one class per semester, and advise undergraduate and graduate students. The appointment can begin as soon as Fall 2021. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Research Computing Facilitator at UMass, Dartmouth, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20832 Deadline: 2021-03-01 Location: Dartmouth, MA, USA Additional Information: http://careers.umassd.edu/dartmouth/en-us/job/506953/professional-tech-i-or… Contact: sfield[AT]umassd.edu The Center for Scientific Computing and Visualization Research (CSCVR) at UMass Dartmouth is hiring a Research Computing Technical Facilitator. The position will provide broad computing support for the center, which includes research groups in computational fluid dynamics, astrophysics, relativity, solid and structural mechanics, ocean processes, and data science. The computing facilitator is encouraged to collaborate with individual researchers on scientific projects, and the successful candidate will have ample opportunities to interact with ongoing projects in gravity and astrophysics. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Numerical Relativity at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20838 Deadline: 2021-04-10 Location: Rochester, NY, USA Additional Information: http://ccrg.rit.edu Contact: qxysma[AT]rit.edu As part of several NASA and NSF collaborative projects, RIT's Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation (CCRG) is currently seeking to fill one or two postdoctoral research positions with 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. We are particularly interested in developing new high-performance algorithms for relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics simulations of binary 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 involved in several large collaborations, including the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC), The Einstein Toolkit Consortium (einsteintoolkit.org) and a NASA Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Network (TCAN) (compact-binaries.org). CCRG researchers have access to several computing cluster facilities at national computing centers such as XSEDE and the TACC's Frontera Supercomputer, as well as a dedicated over 3500-cores cluster and large 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: qxysma[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 reviews will be begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Starting dates, duration and a competitive salary are negotiable. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Information Science at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20839 Deadline: 2021-03-01 Location: Lawrence, KS, USA Additional Information: https://employment.ku.edu/staff/18504BR Contact: jwu[AT]ku.edu Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher position in quantum information science with the University of Kansas beginning as early as April 1, 2021. Postdoctoral researcher candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in physics by date of appointment and research experience in quantum information science or a related experimental field. The person would work with the University of Kansas quantum information science (QIS) group on the experimental implementation of superconducting quantum/neuromorphic computing. Candidates with relevant interests and experience, especially those who are skilled at UHV thin-film deposition, nanofabrication and cryogenic temperature characterization, are sought. The University of Kansas QIS group is pursuing a broad and exciting research program, with elements including superconducting neuromorphic computing devices and circuits, nanoscale superconducting quantum interference devices (nanoSQUIDs), and unconventional superconducting qubits. The group's research interests focus on nanoscale quantum devices and circuits for next-generation advanced computing, which has broad impact on many applications, such as homeland security, artificial intelligence, new medicines design etc. The post-doctoral researcher would be expected to participate in many of these activities, taking a leadership role in advancing the group's research program, interacting with and mentoring students, and engaging in creative and independent thought. For more information and to apply go to https://employment.ku.edu/staff/18504BR. Initial review of applications will begin March 1, 2021 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Inquiries can be made by email to jwu[AT]ku.edu. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, retaliation, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information in the University's programs and activities. The following persons has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and are the Title IX Coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA[AT]ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011,m 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoctoral position in relativistic astrophysics, Southampton, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20853 Deadline: 2021-03-11 Location: Southampton, UK Additional Information: https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=1338021PJ Contact: n.a.andersson[AT]soton.ac.uk The Southampton Gravity Group is offering a postdoctoral position in relativistic astrophysics, starting in the autumn of 2021. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake research within an STFC-funded project to investigate the physics, astrophysics and phenomenology of neutron stars, with a particular focus on binary neutron-star seismology. The University of Southampton (UK) is home to a large research group in gravitational physics. The Group currently comprises 15 staff members (Nils Andersson, Leor Barack, Oscar Dias, Carsten Gundlach, Ian Hawke, Ian Jones, Carlos Mafra, Andy O'Bannon, Adam Pound, Andreas Schmitt, Kostas Skenderis, Marika Taylor, David Turton, James Vickers and Ben Withers) and a number of postdocs and research students. Research interests in the group cover black-hole and neutron-star physics, gravitational wave astronomy and numerical relativity, and string-inspired gravity and holography. The Group is part of the STAG Research Centre and has close ties with the astronomy and high-energy groups in the Physics and Astronomy department. In order to be considered for this post, the applicant must have a PhD* or equivalent in Astronomy, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline and have a track record in at least one of the following research areas: neutron-star astrophysics, gravitational-wave theory, and numerical relativity. The post is for 2 years, with an extension to 3 years possible, subject to satisfactory performance. Hours would be considered from 0.8 Full time equivalent to full time. A complete application should include (i) a Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications; (ii) a brief (< 1 page) statement of research interests; and (iii) the names and addresses of two referees. Applications should be made online via https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx , vacancy number 1338021PJ. For informal queries, please contact Nils Andersson at n.a.andersson[AT]soton.ac.uk. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme, Madrid (Spain) or Noordwijk (Netherlands) ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20859 Deadline: 2021-04-30 Location: Madrid (Spain) or Noordwijk (Netherlands) Additional Information: http://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme Contact: avrp[AT]cosmos.esa.int To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, the European Space Agency (ESA) welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research projects based on data publicly available in the ESA Space Science Archives (http://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc). The ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme is open to scientists, at all career levels, affiliated with institutes in ESA Member States and Collaborating States. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. PhD students are also welcome to apply through their supervisors. During their stay, visiting scientists will have access to archives and mission specialists for help with the retrieval, calibration, and analysis of archival data. In principle, all areas of space research covered by ESA science missions can be supported. Residence lasts typically between one and three months, also distributed over multiple visits. Research projects can be carried out at ESAC (Madrid, Spain) and at ESTEC (Noordwijk, Netherlands). To offset the expenses incurred by visitors, ESA covers travel costs from and to the home institution and provides support for lodging expenses and meals. Applications received before 30 April 2021 will be considered for visits in autumn/winter (2021/2022). For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to: http://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme or write to the programme coordinators at avrp[AT]cosmos.esa.int +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Hawking chair in Cosmology, Cambridge, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20866 Deadline: 2021-04-12 Location: Cambridge, UK Additional Information: https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/28800/ Contact: c.p.caulfield[AT]damtp.cam.ac.uk The Advisory Committee to the Stephen W. Hawking Professorship of Cosmology invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the broad field of cosmology which includes the analysis as to the origins of matter and of the universe, theoretical cosmology and gravitation, and all other fields of academic scholarship as may from time to time be generally considered cosmology and theoretical physics, to take up appointment on 1 October 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. Candidates will have an outstanding research record of great international stature. They will have the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification. Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. Professorship of Mathematical Physics, Cambridge, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20870 Deadline: 2021-04-06 Location: Cambridge, UK Additional Information: https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/25627/ Contact: c.p.caulfield[AT]damtp.cam.ac.uk The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Mathematical Physics (1967) invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the broad framework of quantum field theory, including particle physics, mathematical physics, and quantum gravity. The appointment should be taken up as soon as mutually convenient, and preferably no later than 1 October 2021. Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in quantum field theory, and the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification. Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge, in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, (DAMTP) University of Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Postdoctoral positions in computational relativity/cosmology/fluid dynamics, IBM, Daresbury, United Kingdom ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/26/postdoctoral-positions-in-co… Deadline: 2021-03-31 Location: Daresbury, United Kingdom Additional Information: https://careers.ibm.com Contact: eloisa.bentivegna[AT]ibm.com IBM Research is seeking to fill three postdoctoral positions, with start dates in the second half of 2021. Candidates with a background in any aspect of numerical relativity, computational cosmology, and/or fluid dynamics are invited to apply. Evidence of strong competence in large-scale scientific computing is required. Previous experience with optimization, AI/ML techniques, heterogeneous computing, or past involvement with industrial research projects would be an advantage. Official job openings will appear on our online system (see external link) shortly. In the meantime, interested candidates are welcome to enquire about the positions and/or forward their CV to Eloisa Bentivegna at the contact above. Applications from traditionally underrepresented groups are especially welcome. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. 1 year post-doctoral position in strong gravity, Aveiro, Portugal ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/27/1-year-post-doctoral-positio… Deadline: 2021-03-26 Location: Aveiro, Portugal Additional Information: http://gravitation.web.ua.pt/node/2764 Contact: herdeiro[AT]ua.pt A call for a 1 year research position in Strong Gravity, is open within the strong gravity and HEP group at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. The group is coordinated by Carlos Herdeiro and includes, as researchers, Eugen Radu, Pedro V. P. Cunha and Nicolas Sanchis-Gual (strong gravity), Antonio Morais and Felipe Freitas (HEP), amongst others, as well as several highly motivated graduate students. The successful applicant will integrate the team of the research grant "Ultralight dark matter particles, black hole shadows and gravitational waves", CERN/FIS-PAR/0027/2019. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Two postdoctoral positions in gravitational physics, University of Mississippi, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/28/two-postdoctoral-positions-i… Deadline: 2021-04-01 Location: Oxford, MS, USA Additional Information: https://relativity.phy.olemiss.edu/GR/?x=entry:entry210227-180500 Contact: lcstein[AT]olemiss.edu Two postdoctoral positions in gravitational physics at the University of Mississippi, USA The gravity group at the University of Mississippi invites applications for two postdoctoral researchers in gravitational physics and astrophysics. One postdoctoral position will focus on numerical relativity and tests of theories beyond GR, and will be supported by NSF-2047382. The second postdoctoral position will focus on gravitational-wave astrophysics and data-analysis. Each position is for two years, with potential for renewal for a third year contingent on performance and funding. A PhD in physics/mathematics/astronomy is required by the time of the initial appointment. The successful applicants will also develop and advance independent research programs, collaborate with UMiss gravity group faculty (Leo Stein, Anuradha Gupta, and Luca Bombelli) on their research, and help to train UM students. UMiss is a member of the Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes (SXS) collaboration, and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC), the LISA consortium, and will thus provide ample opportunities to collaborate with other SXS, LSC, and LISA member institutions. The nominal starting date for the positions is Sep. 1, 2021, but is flexible. Applicants should submit an application by sending an email to grpostdoc[at]phy.olemiss.edu, including: a complete CV in PDF format (including publication list); a research proposal which covers research interests and experience; and contact information for three professional references who may provide letters. Please arrange for your references to also mail letters to this same address. Use the email subject "Gravity postdoc." Review of applications will begin Apr. 1, 2021 and will continue until the positions are filled. Please direct questions about the positions to Anuradha Gupta agupta1[AT]olemiss.edu, and Leo Stein lcstein[AT]olemiss.edu. The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Living Reviews in Relativity: "The general relativistic constraint equations" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/02/25/living-reviews-in-relativity… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity The open-access journal Living Reviews in Relativity has published a new review article on 24 February 2021: Alessandro Carlotto. "The general relativistic constraint equations". Living Rev Relativ 24, 2 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41114-020-00030-z Abstract: We present the state-of-the-art concerning the relativistic constraints, which describe the geometry of hypersurfaces in a spacetime subject to the Einstein field equations. We review a variety of solvability results, the construction of several classes of solutions of special relevance and place results in the broader context of mathematical general relativity. Apart from providing an overview of the subject, this paper includes a selection of open questions, as well as a few complements to some significant contributions in the literature. Please, visit frequently our relativity channel (https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity) at http://livingreviews.org for other news. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for February 2021
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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. BritGrav21, Dublin, Ireland 1.2. Quantum Gravity, Higher Derivatives and Nonlocality, (online) 1.3. XV Iberian Cosmology Meeting, Online 1.4. YITP long-term workshop "Gravity and Cosmology 2021", Kyoto, Japan 1.5. Yukawa International Seminar "Gravity -The Next Generation-", Kyoto, Japan 1.6. Current Challenges in Gravitational Physics, Trieste, Italy (online) 1.7. Tehran Meeting on Cosmology at the Crossroads, Tehran, Iran 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoctoral position at UNAM, Mexico City, Mexico 2.2. PhD position in quantum gravity, Odense, Denmark 2.3. Several PhD positions "Quantum Universe" cluster, Hamburg, Germany 2.4. Postdoctoral Fellow in Philosophy at the University of Illinois at Chicago, USA 2.5. PhD and postdoctoral positions in "Observation and Astrophysics of Compact-binary Mergers", Hannover, Germany 2.6. Gravitational-wave positions at Ghent University, Belgium 2.7. PhD positions at SISSA, Trieste, Italy 2.8. Postdoctoral position in gravitational-wave detection with pulsar timing arrays, Caltech, Pasadena, USA 2.9. PhD position in Quantum Gravity at Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands 3. News 3.1. GRG Editor's Choice: Resolving the H_0 tension with diffusion 3.2. New book: Hermann Weyl, Space-Time-Matter 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: "Time-delay interferometry" ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. BritGrav21, Dublin, Ireland --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20675 Starting: 2021-04-12 to 2021-04-16 Location: University College Dublin, Ireland Additional Information: https://sites.google.com/view/britgrav21 Contact: britgrav21[AT]maths.ucd.ie The 21st BritGrav meeting will be hosted by the School of Mathematics and Statistics at University College Dublin. The meeting will be held online, with sessions scheduled for the afternoons of the week starting Monday 12 April 2021. The aim of this meeting is to bring together early-stage researchers working on all aspects of gravitational physics, including astrophysics, cosmology, general relativity, quantum gravity, gravitational-wave data analysis and instrumentation, in the spirit of collaboration and the free exchange of results and ideas. In keeping with BritGrav tradition, the meeting will consist of short talks with priority given to PhD students and early-career researchers. Registration is free, and the deadline for abstract submission is 14 March 2021. At the end of the meeting, we will award the Best Student Talk Prize, sponsored by the IOP Publishing Group. Local Organisers: Barry Wardell, Adrian Ottewill, Niels Warburton, Sarp Akcay, Vojtech Witzany, Conor O'Toole, Josh Mathews, Leanne Durkan, Benjamin Leather, Philip Lynch, Kevin Kiely, Jake Williams and Chris Devitt. For inquiries please contact us at britgrav21[AT]maths.ucd.ie. For further updates on this and other events, please consider signing up to the UK Gravity mailing list https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/webadmin?SUBED1=IOP-GRAVITATIONAL&A=1 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Quantum Gravity, Higher Derivatives and Nonlocality, (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20725 Starting: 2021-03-08 to 2021-03-12 Location: International Online Workshop Additional Information: https://www.qgrav2021.com/ Contact: buoninfante.l.aa[AT]m.titech.ac.jp The main objective of the international workshop "Quantum Gravity, Higher Derivatives and Nonlocality" is to assess our current understanding of the interplay between gravity and quantum mechanics by discussing what is the main role of higher derivatives and nonlocality in the quantization of gravity, and whether they are really necessary to describe Nature at the fundamental level. In addition to discussing formal aspects of several approaches, applications of higher derivatives and nonlocality will be also explored, especially in the context of cosmology and black-hole physics. Different schools of thought will be brought together, in such a way that everyone can benefit from fruitful discussions and learn from each other. In addition to individual talks, discussion sessions will help making the meeting more exciting and productive, so as to become the source of constructive debates and new insights, and to push our quantum-gravity community towards deeper understandings. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. XV Iberian Cosmology Meeting, Online --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20727 Starting: 2021-03-29 to 2021-03-31 Location: Portugal (online) Additional Information: https://ibericos2021.math.tecnico.ulisboa.pt Contact: ibericos15.2021[AT]gmail.com The XV Iberian Cosmology meeting will be held online via Zoom from the 29th to the 31st of March 2021. The meeting is jointly organised by the University of Coimbra and Instituto Superior Tecnico, University of Lisbon. Registration is now open in the conference webpage. The invited speakers are: - Alessandro Melchiorri (Universita' di Roma La Sapienza), "Planck evidence for a closed universe and a possible crisis for Cosmology" - Jerome Martin (CNRS/Institut d'Astrophysique de Paris), "The quantum origin of the galaxies" - Jose Senovilla (Universidad del Pais Vasco), "Mathematics in Cosmology" and there will also be a special talk in tribute to the life and work of John Barrow by - Jose Mimoso (Universidade de Lisboa). These meetings aim to encourage interactions and collaborations between researchers working in cosmology and related areas in Portugal and Spain. Researchers working in other countries are also most welcome. Please feel free to send this announcement to other scientists that may be interested in attending. The meetings are informal and there is no registration fee. All participants wishing to give a talk may submit a title and abstract when they register. The deadline for abstract submission is March 6, 2021 and a preliminary program will appear on the webpage shortly after. Moreover, these meetings are not restricted to a single topic but are open to cosmologists in the broadest sense, from mathematical cosmology and theoretical particle physics to observational astrophysics. They are also designed to encourage the presentation of work in progress. We look forward to seeing you! The local organizing committee Alexandre Correia (Univ. Coimbra) Artur Alho (IST, Univ. Lisboa) Filipe Mena (IST, Univ. Lisboa) Joao Rosa (Univ. Coimbra) Miguel Zilhao (IST, Univ. Lisboa) Nuno Peixinho (Univ. Coimbra) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. YITP long-term workshop "Gravity and Cosmology 2021", Kyoto, Japan --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20764 Starting: 2022-01-31 to 2022-03-04 Location: Kyoto, Japan Additional Information: https://www2.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/~gc2022/index.php Contact: gc2022[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp We previously announced a long-term workshop "Gravity and Cosmology 2021" (GC2021) to be held in May-June 2021 at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics (YITP), Kyoto, Japan. However, given the covid-19 situation, we decided to postpone it to January 31 - March 4, 2022 and to rename it to "Gravity and Cosmology 2022" (GC2022). This is one of series of long-term workshops held at YITP. The aim of the workshop is to gather researchers playing the leading roles in gravity and cosmology, and to have active discussions on the current problems and future directions. The registration will open around August 2021 at the GC2022 website. We look forward to having you in Kyoto. SOC: Masaki Ando (Tokyo), Emanuele Berti (Johns Hopkins), Rong-Gen Cai (ITP CAS), Vitor Cardoso (CENTRA), Antonio De Felice (YITP), Claudia de Rham (Imperial), Nathalie Deruelle (APC), Ruth Durrer (Geneva), Roberto Emparan (Barcelona), Ruth Gregory (King's College London), Renata Kallosh (Stanford), Eiichiro Komatsu (Max-Planck Inst.), Andrei Linde (Stanford), Shinji Mukohyama (YITP, Chair), Lisa Randall (Harvard), Misao Sasaki (IPMU), Masaru Shibata (AEI/YITP), Alexei Starobinsky (Landau Inst.), Masahiro Takada (IPMU), Takahiro Tanaka (Kyoto), Atsushi Taruya (YITP), Jean-Philippe Uzan (IAP), David Wands (Portsmouth) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Yukawa International Seminar "Gravity -The Next Generation-", Kyoto, Japan --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20765 Starting: 2022-02-14 to 2022-02-18 Location: Kyoto, Japan Additional Information: https://www2.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/~gc2022/YKIS/index.php Contact: gc2022[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp We previously announced the symposium "Gravity -The Next Generation-" to be held in June 2021 at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics (YITP), Kyoto. However, given the covid-19 situation, we decided to postpone it to February 14 - 18, 2022. We aim for comprehensive but intensive discussion on the rapidly expanding frontiers of physics of gravity and cosmology. The symposium also serves as the Yukawa International Seminar for the fiscal year (YKIS 2022a). The registration will open around August 2021. Invited Speakers (*to be confirmed): Masaki Ando (Tokyo/KAGRA), Emanuele Berti (Johns Hopkins), Patrick Brady (UWM/LIGO), Rong-Gen Cai (ITP CAS), Vitor Cardoso (CENTRA), Paolo Creminelli (ICTP)*, Karsten Danzmann (AEI/LISA), Claudia de Rham (Imperial), Nathalie Deruelle (APC), Ruth Durrer (Geneva), Roberto Emparan (Barcelona), Renata Kallosh (Stanford), Eiichiro Komatsu (Max-Planck Inst.), Andrei Linde (Stanford), Enrico Pajer (Cambridge)*, Tsvi Piran (Hebrew), Lisa Randall (Harvard), Misao Sasaki (IPMU), Leonardo Senatore (Stanford), Masaru Shibata (AEI/YITP), Alexei Starobinsky (Landau Inst.), Masahiro Takada (IPMU), Jean-Philippe Uzan (IAP)*, Johannes van den Brand (Nikhef/Virgo), David Wands (Portsmouth) Organizers: Katsuki Aoki (YITP), Antonio De Felice (YITP), Francesco Di Filippo (YITP), Tomohiro Fujita (ICRR), Mohammad Ali Gorji (YITP), Kunihito Ioka (YITP), Sugumi Kanno (Kyushu), Takeshi Kobayashi (KMI/SISSA), Sachiko Kuroyanagi (IFT), Shinji Mukohyama (YITP, Chair), Atsushi Naruko (YITP), Takahiro Nishimichi (YITP), Kazufumi Takahashi (Kobe/YITP), Takahiro Tanaka (Kyoto), Atsushi Taruya (YITP) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. Current Challenges in Gravitational Physics, Trieste, Italy (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/28/current-challenges-in-gravit… Starting: 2021-04-21 to 2021-04-28 Location: Trieste, Italy (online) Additional Information: https://grams-815673.wixsite.com/gravityworkshop Contact: jgonzale[AT]sissa.it This workshop aims to connect different communities and research areas in gravitational physics by covering observational and theoretical topics. More specifically, the focus will be on tests of gravity, gravitational waves, numerical simulations and data analysis, and theoretical models (including modified gravity). Each of the six days provides a series of invited talks by leading experts along with generous time for discussion. Due to the ongoing pandemic, this workshop will take place online. The program will run in the European afternoons to maximize participation across time zones. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. Tehran Meeting on Cosmology at the Crossroads, Tehran, Iran --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20791 Starting: 2021-02-22 to 2021-02-25 Location: Tehran, Iran Additional Information: http://physics.sbu.ac.ir/conferences/tmcc2021/ Contact: tehran.meeting.2021[AT]gmail.com LambdaCDM is astonishing! It provides us with a simple and beautiful picture of the universe that (almost!) successfully explains observations at a vast span of cosmic scales and times! However, it is facing yet unexplained challenges, with different levels of significance, that call for modifications and extensions. At Tehran Meeting on Cosmology at the Crossroads 2021 (TMCC2021) we take advantage of the constraints imposed by the Covid19 pandemic to virtually host experts (including Nobel and Gruber laureates) from all over the globe to discuss these challenges and possible avenues out of it. TMCC2021 is the third in the series of Tehran Meetings on Cosmology. In addition to the invited talks, the meeting also hosts sessions of contributed talks dedicated to the ongoing research by young cosmologists. You can join us by either contributing to the talks or participating as the audience. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoctoral position at UNAM, Mexico City, Mexico ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20679 Deadline: 2021-01-13 Location: Mexico City, Mexico Additional Information: https://www.nucleares.unam.mx/depto_gravitacion.php Contact: celia.escamilla[AT]nucleares.unam.mx The Department of Gravitation and Field Theory at the Institute for Nuclear Sciences of UNAM, has openings, twice a year (middle January and May each year), for postdoctoral fellows in its fields of study. The positions are for one year, renewable for a second one, depending upon funding and performance, and they carry a competitive monthly stipend, as well as basic health insurance for the postdoctoral fellow and her/his dependents. Applicants with interests in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:: classical and quantum aspects of gravitation, numerical relativity, theoretical and precision cosmology, mathematical physics, quantum field theory, lattice QCD, biophysics, and complex systems. The permanent members are Miguel Alcubierre, Wolfgang Bietenholz, Yuri Bonder, Chryssomalis Chryssomalakos, Celia Escamilla-Rivera, Jemal Guven, Dario Nunez, Nestor Ortiz, Hernando Quevedo, Marcos Rosenbaum, Marcelo Salgado, Christopher Stephens, Daniel Sudarsky, Roberto Sussman and Alexander Turbiner - there is also a number of postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. We encouraged to the applicants to contact one of the above researcher depending their field interest. Applications (full CV, publication list and research statement) should be send via the email to celia.escamilla[AT]nucleares.unam.mx (with copy to fengari[AT]nucleares.unam.mx) by the closing date. Applicants should also arrange for up to three reference letters to be sent by email, to arrive by the same date. Succesful applicants will be expected to have a PhD in Theoretical Physics (no longer than 3 years before the starting date of the position) and be particularly knowledgeable of recent progress or activity in this area. Applicants will also be required to work independently, have strong analytical skills and be an effective team player. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Celia Escamilla-Rivera (Head of the Department), email: celia.escamilla[AT]nucleares.unam.mx +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. PhD position in quantum gravity, Odense, Denmark ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20684 Deadline: 2021-02-10 Location: Odense, Denmark Additional Information: https://www.sdu.dk/da/service/ledige_stillinger/1136644 Contact: eichhorn[AT]cp3.sdu.dk The research team led by Astrid Eichhorn at the Centre for Cosmology and Particle Physics Phenomenology (CP3-Origins) at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense invites applications for one PhD position. The position is expected to be filled in the area of quantum gravity, with a focus on asymptotically safe quantum gravity. We are looking for outstanding and highly-motivated candidates with a clear potential to excel in fundamental physics, who are looking to join a dynamic, diverse and curiosity-driven research group. CP3-Origins offers a stimulating research environment, with research topics ranging from quantum gravity, black-hole physics and gravitational waves, cosmology, dark matter to strongly-interacting field theories and formal aspects of quantum field theory. The appointment will be for a term of three years at a very competitive salary and is expected to start in the spring of 2021 (exact starting date is flexible). Funding for travel to conferences, workshops and PhD-schools is also available. Application deadline: 10 February 2021. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Several PhD positions "Quantum Universe" cluster, Hamburg, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20722 Deadline: 2021-02-14 Location: Hamburg, Germany Additional Information: https://www.qu.uni-hamburg.de/jobs/pool-call-phd.html Contact: rafael.porto[AT]desy.de As a University of Excellence, Universitaet Hamburg is one of the strongest research universities in Germany. As a flagship university in the greater Hamburg region, it nurtures innovative, cooperative contacts to partners within and outside academia. It also provides and promotes sustainable education, knowledge, and knowledge exchange locally, nationally, and internationally. The Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Center in Hamburg for Astro-, Mathematical and Particle Physics invites applications for several PhD positions in the cluster, including the topic "from quantum field theory to gravitational waves" (TH8). See link for more information. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoctoral Fellow in Philosophy at the University of Illinois at Chicago, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/16/postdoctoral-fellow-in-philo… Deadline: 2021-03-05 Location: Chicago, USA Additional Information: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=141437 Contact: huggett[AT]uic.edu Call for Applications: postdoc position in Phylosophy of Cosmology and Quantum Gravity. The philosophy of physics group at the Department of Philosophy at UIC solicits applications for a one-year postdoctoral research position, starting August 2021. The position is contingent on confirmation of anticipated funding. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Cosmology Beyond Spacetime project's research by pursuing their own research in the philosophy of cosmology and quantum gravity and by collaborating on existing research efforts within the UIC group led by Professor Nick Huggett. They will be expected to participate in weekly project meetings during term, help with the administration and organization of the group's activities, and contribute to the group's outreach efforts. The project is one half of a collaboration between UIC and the University of Geneva, where Professor Christian Wuethrich is the group leader. More information on the project and the research groups is available at www.beyondspacetime.net. Applicants with experience in either the philosophy or the foundations of cosmology and quantum gravity broadly construed will be preferred, but we will also consider applicants with backgrounds in other areas of philosophy of physics, foundational research in physics, or metaphysics, who are willing to devote their efforts to the project. All work toward the Ph.D. must be completed before the starting date and must be awarded no earlier than 2017. The position is anticipated to be for one year. The salary will be competitive. Research funds for travel to relevant conferences and to the group at the University of Geneva will be provided. Please complete the online application and include the names and email addresses of three references at https://jobs.uic.edu. Applications must contain a cover letter detailing the pertinent experience for the position, a CV, a one page research statement describing the work to be accomplished during the postdoc including publication plans, and one or two writing samples. For fullest consideration, please apply by 3/5/21. Review of the files will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please contact Professor Nick Huggett at huggett[AT]uic.edu. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. PhD and postdoctoral positions in "Observation and Astrophysics of Compact-binary Mergers", Hannover, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/19/phd-and-postdoctoral-positio… Deadline: 2021-02-15 Location: Hannover, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/627275/phd-and-postdoctoral-positions-in-observation… Contact: alex.nitz[AT]aei.mpg.de The Division of Observational Relativity and Cosmology at the Albert Einstein Institute in Hannover invites applications from outstanding graduate students and postdoctoral scientists interested in using open gravitational-wave data to further our understanding of astrophysics, gravity and the Universe. The division is led by Prof. Bruce Allen and senior scientist Dr. Alexander Nitz. The Albert Einstein Institute in Hannover plays an active role in the analysis and interpretation of gravitational-wave data, and provides a lively and friendly environment and world-class computing facilities. More information can be found at http://www.aei.mpg.de/obs-rel-cos. The ideal candidate should have an excellent academic track record and experience with computer programming. Prior experience in gravitational wave data analysis would be helpful but is not a requirement. Applications including a CV, publication list and a brief research statement should be submitted by email to jobs-gw-han[AT]aei.mpg.de by Feb 15th, 2021. Candidates should also arrange that three letters of reference be sent to jobs-gw-han[AT]aei.mpg.de by the referees. Applications will be considered as they are received and the start date is flexible. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - irrespective of gender, nationality, skin colour, origin, religion and ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Gravitational-wave positions at Ghent University, Belgium ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/20/gravitational-wave-positions… Deadline: 2021-02-12 Location: Ghent, Belgium Additional Information: https://inspirehep.net/jobs/1841649 Contact: archisman.ghosh[AT]ugent.be The Ghent Gravity Group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ghent University is seeking applications for PhD and postdoctoral positions. The newly-formed group is led by Archisman Ghosh and Dirk Ryckbosch. Research interests of the group span 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. We benefit from the local neutrino observations (IceCube, SoLid), astronomy and theory groups. We form a network with neighbouring universities in Belgium (Antwerp, Leuven, Louvain, Brussel, Bruxelles, and Liege) and are also closely connected with institutes in the Netherlands (Nikhef, University of Amsterdam, Utrecht University, Leiden University, and Maastricht University). We are seeking the following profiles. 1. A PhD student to work on gravitational-wave data analysis supervised by Archisman Ghosh. The topic of research will include (but not necessarily be limited to) standard-siren cosmology using gravitational-wave observations. The position is available immediately, and could start at any convenient date, preferably no later than 01 September 2021. PhD positions in Belgium are for a duration of 4 years. 2. A postdoc to work on the ETpathfinder project. Depending on the expertise of the postdoc, this could be an independent position, or one co-supervised jointly between Stefan Hild (Maastricht University) and members in Ghent (Dirk Ryckbosch and Archisman Ghosh). There would be the option to spend up to 60% of the time in Maastricht. Emphasis of the work will be on aspects of the ultra-high vacuum systems and cryogenics aspects of the ETpathfinder project. The position is available immediately (the starting date is negotiable), and will be for a duration of 3 years. 3. Subject to funding, an additional postdoc to work on gravitational-wave data analysis to complement the current expertise of the group. The position will be for 3 years. For the PhD position, 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). For the postdoctoral positions, applications should include: (i) an application letter, (ii) an academic CV, (iii) a list of publications, (iv) a statement of past and proposed research, and additionally (v) three letters of reference (to be sent directly by the referees). The deadline for applications is 12 February 2021, but the positions are available until filled. Applications including letters of reference are to be sent to gravity[AT]ugent.be. The language of communication in the research groups is English, and there are no special language requirements for the advertised positions. Information on international life in Ghent is available at The Square.Gent. For more information about the positions, please contact Archisman Ghosh (archisman.ghosh[AT]ugent.be). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. PhD positions at SISSA, Trieste, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/28/phd-positions-at-sissa/ Deadline: 2021-02-26 Location: Trieste, Italy Additional Information: https://www.sissa.it/app/phdsection/admission.php Contact: phd[AT]sissa.it The astroparticle group at SISSA is soliciting applications for PhD fellowships in a range of topics including gravitational wave physics and astrophysics. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. More information on the Astroparticle Physics group can be found here: www.sissa.it/app The International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) is a leading research and training institution (PhD School) based on the beautiful sea coast of Trieste in Italy. It offers first rate facilities (also for High Performance Computing) and has close relations with the other scientific institutions in the area. In particular, together with the National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF), the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN), SISSA is a founding member and supports the Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe (IFPU), Trieste, a newly born institute aiming at hosting and promoting a vigorous and innovative multi-disciplinary research program focused on investigating the fundamental laws of Nature under a Cosmological and Astrophysical perspective. The selection will take place following an admission exam to be held online. Application will be accepted until February 26, 2020, and should be submitted through the external link provided. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdoctoral position in gravitational-wave detection with pulsar timing arrays, Caltech, Pasadena, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20786 Deadline: 2021-02-21 Location: Pasadena (CA), United States Additional Information: http://nanograv.org Contact: Michele.Vallisneri[AT]jpl.nasa.gov The Caltech/JPL Low-Frequency Gravitational-Wave Group seeks a qualified individual for a postdoctoral appointment in support of the effort to detect and characterize GWs using radio timing observations of pulsars. The position will be funded through the North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav), an NSF Physics Frontier Center (http://nanograv.org). The group, which currently includes Profs. Katerina Chatziioannou, Gregg Hallinan and Vikram Ravi, JPL scientists Curt Cutler, Joseph Lazio, and Michele Vallisneri, as well as Drs. Jean-Baptiste Bayle, Alvin Chua, and Arianna Renzini, conducts research on a broad range of topics in GW science across the spectrum, including the analysis of NANOGrav data, and preparations for the planned space mission LISA. The ideal candidate will have the skills to contribute to the development of NANOGrav's data-analysis framework (including its statistical formulation and the Enterprise software package); they will have interests that bridge the GW spectrum between the nanohertz probed by NANOGrav and the millihertz proved by LISA; and they will be committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the astronomical community. The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a diverse community of NANOGrav members in the United States and Canada and will benefit from collaboration with researchers at a range of institutions. The postdoctoral researcher will also play a role in the work of the International Pulsar Timing Array and will have ample opportunities for international travel and collaboration. The initial appointment is for one year with expected renewal for two additional years, and could start as early as September 2021. To apply, please send a CV, publication list, short statement of research, and have three letters of reference e-mailed to Michele Vallisneri (Michele.Vallisneri[AT]jpl.nasa.gov, mentioning "NANOGrav postdoc" in the subject) by February 21, 2021. Caltech is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. PhD position in Quantum Gravity at Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20799 Deadline: 2021-03-24 Location: Nijmegen, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.ru.nl/english/working-at/vacature/details-vacature/?recid=11386… Contact: t.budd[AT]science.ru.nl We are looking for: a PhD candidate who is curious about the fundamental description of the gravitational force and the structure of space-time and excited about developing the mathematical and numerical methods necessary to build and analyse models of microscopic space-time geometry. From submillimetre to cosmological scales, the gravitational force is accurately described by the dynamical geometry of space-time, governed by Einstein's classical laws of general relativity. Inevitably these laws lose their validity when space-time is examined at extremely small length scales, where quantum effects come into play. Constructing a quantum theory of space-time geometry that is consistent and predictive in this regime is a central aim of research in quantum gravity. This is a challenging problem in many ways. Under the hypothesis that space-time geometry is fundamental and meaningful at arbitrarily small scales, such a theory must be able to handle superpositions of geometries that are wildly curved by quantum fluctuations. This requires a mathematical basis that is yet to be fully developed. During your PhD under the supervision of Dr T. Budd, you will actively develop this basis by combining insights from various research areas: lattice simulations of quantum gravity, the mathematics of random geometry, as well as renormalisation group methods in quantum field theory. The position is funded as part of the NWO VIDI grant "Quantum Geometry: space-time at the tiniest of scales". As is standard for PhD programmes in the Netherlands, this position will carry a light teaching load, amounting to about 10% of your work time. We ask: * A Master's degree in Physics or Mathematics, including courses on General Relativity and Quantum Field Theory as a minimum. * A strong mathematical background and/or good programming skills. * Good command of spoken and written English. We are: You will join the Gravity section of the High Energy Physics department at Radboud University. The Gravity section currently consists of six staff scientists and about twice as many PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers, with research topics ranging from black holes and gravitational waves to lattice quantum gravity, the functional renormalisation group and random geometry. We have close ties to gravitational research in both the Astrophysics department (including a large involvement in the Event Horizon Telescope) and Mathematics department (including mathematical relativity and noncommutative geometry), with whom we share the Institute for Mathematics, Astrophysics and Particle Physics (IMAPP). Our diversity and broad expertise in gravity combined with many regular activities provide a stimulating environment for young researchers. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. GRG Editor's Choice: Resolving the H_0 tension with diffusion ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/27/grg-editors-choice-resolving… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity/grg-editors-choice In each volume of the journal General Relativity and Gravitation (GRG), a few articles are marked as "Editor's Choice". The primary criterion is original, high-quality research that is of wide interest within the community. This recent publication deserves special attention: Perez, A., Sudarsky, D. and Wilson-Ewing, E., "Resolving the H_0 tension with diffusion", Gen Relativ Gravit 53, 7 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10714-020-02781-0 Please, browse all Editor's Choice articles at: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity/grg-editors-choice Frank Schulz Publishing Editor GRG ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. New book: Hermann Weyl, Space-Time-Matter ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/29/new-book-hermann-weyl-space-… Additional Information: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/weyl.html The latest book by Minkowski Institute Press - a new publication of Hermann Weyl's book Space-Time-Matter, which was first published in German in 1919 and the English translation appeared in 1922. What makes it invaluable is that, in addition to his masterfully presented lectures on special and general relativity (starting with a helpful introduction to tensor analysis), he was the first (and essentially the only one so far) who tried to reconcile two seemingly unreconcilable facts - Minkowski's discovery (deduced from the failed experiments to detect absolute motion) of the spacetime structure of the world (that it is a static four-dimensional world containing en bloc the entire history of the perceived by us three-dimensional world) and the inter-subjective fact that we are aware of ourselves and the world only at one single moment of time - the present moment (the moment now) - which constantly changes. Weyl reached the conclusion that it is our consciousness (somehow "traveling" in the four-dimensional world along our worldlines) which creates our feeling that time flows. Unfortunately, Weyl's reconciliation of the above facts has not been rigorously examined so far; the apparent contradiction that the consciousness "travels" in the "frozen" four-dimensional world - spacetime - is not an excuse because Weyl had surely been aware of it and nevertheless "went public" with his proposed resolution. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Living Reviews in Relativity: "Time-delay interferometry" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2021/01/30/living-reviews-in-relativity… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity The open-access journal Living Reviews in Relativity has published an updated review article on 15 December 2020: Massimo Tinto and Sanjeev V. Dhurandhar, "Time-delay interferometry", Living Rev Relativ 24, 1 (2021) https://doi.org/10.1007/s41114-020-00029-6 This article is a revised version of https://doi.org/10.12942/lrr-2014-6 Major revision, updated and expanded (for details see Appendix B). Please, visit frequently our relativity channel (https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity) at http://livingreviews.org for other news. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Hyperspace Bulletin for January 2021
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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### HAPPY 2021 TO ALL HYPERSPACE MEMBERS! L. Rezzolla 1. Conferences 1.1. Workshop "Primordial Black Holes confront GW data" (online) 2. Jobs 2.1. Faculty positions in theoretical astrophysics, Bangalore, India 2.2. TDLI International Graduate Student Fellowships in Astrophysics, Shanghai, China 2.3. Research Fellow in Inflationary Cosmology at Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, Portsmouth, UK 2.4. Professor and Deputy Director - ANU Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics, Canberra, Australia 2.5. Postdoc and PhD positions in continuous gravitational wave research, Hannover, Germany 2.6. 3-year Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Madrid, Spainn 2.7. Heinrich Hertz Fellowship in History and Philosophy of Physics, Bonn, Germany 2.8. Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astrophysical Relativity, Bangalore, India 2.9. Three PhD positions on the interface between Quantum Technology and Fundamental Physics, Nottingham, UK 2.10. Postdoc position at University of Vienna, Austria 2.11. Permanent, Postdoc and PhD opportunities in gravitational waves,Toulouse, France 2.12. Assistant Professor in Astroparticle Physics at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, USA 2.13. Postdoctoral Position in Black Hole Astrophysics at TDLI, Shanghai, China 2.14. Postdoctoral Fellow in Core-Collapse Supernova Theory, Stockholm, Sweden 3. News 3.1. 2021 Awards for Essays on Gravitation 3.2. New textbook: "General Relativity and its Applications: Black Holes, Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves" by V. Ferrari, L. Gualtieri, P. Pani (CRC Press, 2020) 3.3. IOP Gravitational Physics Group Annual Meeting with Prof. Andrea Ghez 3.4. Deadline for nominations for the 2021 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize is 1 Feb 2021 3.5. New book: The Origin of Spacetime Physics 3.6. PROGRAMME 2021 of the THE CHALONGE - DE VEGA SCHOOL ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Workshop "Primordial Black Holes confront GW data" (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/11/workshop-primordial-black-ho… Starting: 2021-02-08 to 2021-02-12 Location: online Additional Information: https://agenda.infn.it/e/PBH-GW Contact: paolo.pani[AT]uniroma1.it Dear Colleagues, We would like to advertise the online workshop "Primordial Black Holes confront GW data". Initially organized to be held at Sapienza University of Rome, given the current situation the workshop will be held virtually on Zoom on Feb 8-12, 2021. It will bring together experts on GW sources and modelling, PBH formation and evolution, and cosmology, to discuss how the PBH scenario confronts current and future GW data. List of invited speakers and moderators: Yacine Ali-Haimoud (NYU, USA) Enrico Barausse (SISSA, IT) Emanuele Berti (JHU, USA) Alessandra Buonanno (AEI, DE) Christian Byrnes (Sussex U., UK) Sarah Caudill (Utrecht U., NL) Davide Gerosa (Birmingham U., UK) Anne Green (Nottingham U., UK) Tanja Hinderer (Utrecht U., NL) Karsten Jedamzik (Montpellier U., FR) Ely Kovetz (Ben-Gurion U., IL) Alexander Kusenko (UCLA & Tokyo U., USA/JP) Michele Maggiore (Geneve U., CH) Chiara Mingarelli (Connecticut U., USA) Pasquale Serpico (CNRS, FR) Hardi Veermae (Tallinn U., EE) More information and the registration form are available at the workshop's webpage. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. All the best, Swetha Bhagwat, Valerio De Luca, Gabriele Franciolini, Paolo Pani, Antonio Riotto +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Faculty positions in theoretical astrophysics, Bangalore, India ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20606 Deadline: 2020-12-31 Location: Bangalore, India Additional Information: https://www.iiap.res.in/files/faculy_position_advt_31October2020_0.pdf Contact: mangalam[AT]iiap.res.in The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) invites applications for faculty positions. Details of the scientific activities and its facilities are available on the Institute's website (https://www.iiap.res.in/ ) Theoretical Astrophysics: The Institute invites applications from candidates with experience in theoretical astrophysics and expertise in one or more of the following areas in connection to astrophysics: Gravitational dynamics, plasma physics, general and special relativity, atomic and molecular physics, radiative transfer theory, and high energy astrophysics; and working on applications to one or more areas including the Sun, (Exo) planets, stars, and compact objects, ISM, galaxies, extragalactic astrophysics or cosmology The application material should include, 1. A cover letter 2. A detailed curriculum vitae 3. A list of publications with citations and H-index 4. A summary of the research and academic experience 5. A brief write-up on how they bring value to the Institute's activities 6. An outline of research goals and plans 7. Arrange for three letters of reference The above material should be sent by email to diriia[AT]iiap.res.in with a copy to dean[AT]iiap.res.in The applications submitted before 31 December 2020 will be processed immediately. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. TDLI International Graduate Student Fellowships in Astrophysics, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20608 Deadline: 2021-03-31 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/customize/415 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 (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957), is a newly established national research institute and the current director is Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004). 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 is in charge of the operation of TDLI. TDLI has an internationalised 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 2021 Admission. Successful applicants are expected to start in Sep 2021. 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, 2020 for the 1st round scholarship application and Mar 31, 2021 for the 2nd round scholarship application. Self-supported applications are open until May 31, 2021. Please refer to the SJTU International Graduate Admission for the enrolment eligibility (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/customize/415). Any other inquires please send an email to leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Research Fellow in Inflationary Cosmology at Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, Portsmouth, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/08/research-fellow-in-inflation… Deadline: 2021-01-11 Location: Portsmouth, UK Additional Information: http://www.icg.port.ac.uk/ Contact: david.wands[AT]port.ac.uk The Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) intends to appoint an STFC-funded Research Fellow in Inflationary Cosmology. The successful applicant will work as part of a team at the ICG led by Prof David Wands and will undertake individual and collaborative research, supporting an STFC project investigating models of inflation and the origin of primordial density perturbations. A PhD degree and relevant research experience are required. This post is for three years, with an anticipated start date of 1st September 2021, or earlier by agreement. The ICG consists of 17 academic staff, 17 postdoctoral researchers and around 30 PhD students, and has an active international visitors programme. Portsmouth is a member of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, the Dark Energy Survey, the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope Collaboration and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, with involvement in several other major international collaborations, including the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument, the Square Kilometre Array, ESA's Euclid satellite mission and Laser Interferometer Space Antenna. The University of Portsmouth is a member of the South-East Physics Network (SEPnet) and hosts the 3704-core SCIAMA supercomputer. More information is available at We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but applications are particularly encouraged from traditionally under-represented groups in science. We are happy to consider applications from candidates wishing to work part-time, job-share or who wish to work flexibly, if so please indicate your proposed working pattern in your application. The University of Portsmouth and the ICG hold Athena SWAN Bronze awards; we are committed to developing organisational and cultural practices that promote diversity and equality and create a better working environment for women and men. Applications (application form, CV, publication list and research statement) should be submitted via the online application system at https://port.engageats.co.uk by the closing date. Applicants should also arrange for up to three reference letters to be sent by email to icg-recruitment[AT]port.ac.uk, to arrive by the same date. It is the policy of the University to only accept applications submitted using the University's online application system. For informal enquiries about this role please contact Professor David Wands, email: david.wands[AT]port.ac.uk. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. As we are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this area. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Professor and Deputy Director - ANU Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics, Canberra, Australia ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20612 Deadline: 2021-02-15 Location: Canberra, Australia Additional Information: http://cga.anu.edu.au/ Contact: sareh.rajabi[AT]anu.edu.au Professor and Deputy Director - ANU Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics THIS OPPORTUNITY WAS PREVIOUSLY ADVERTISED IN LATE 2019. COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS PREVENTED THE PROCESS FROM BEING COMPLETED. The Australian National University in Canberra, Australia, has recently established a new Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA), jointly supported by the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Research School of Physics. The Centre encompasses all aspects of gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, including instrumentation, theory and data analysis, source follow-up and multi-messenger astronomy. It will bring together existing ANU researchers in these areas under one umbrella and expand the capability by making up to seven new tenure-track academic appointments across these research programs over the next year. The inaugural CGA Director is Professor David McClelland. We are now seeking Expressions of Interest for the appointment of two key senior positions with complementary expertise. The level of appointment will be either at Full Professor (Level E) or Associate Processor Level D. It is the intention that one of the appointees will initially take on the role of Deputy Director, in the anticipation that they will take over as Director within the next three years. We are seeking inspirational scientific leaders with equity agendas from any area of research covered by the Centre, who can grow ANU's leadership across all areas of gravitational wave astronomy. If you think you have the skills, vision and drive required to fill these roles, please consider applying, regardless of your current level of appointment. The appointments come with attractive start-up packages and the ability to help shape the future of the CGA through subsequent faculty hires. They are tenure or tenure-track positions with a negotiable probation period. The University may also consider placement for a significant other if they fit within the profile of the institution. We are now seeking 2-page Expressions of Interest (EoI), along with a complete CVs. EoIs will be accepted any time up to mid-February 2021. We then anticipate advertising the positions with a closing date for applications in mid-March 2021. The successful appointee to the position of Deputy Director must be available to assist the current Director and the CGA staff in research proposals that may be submitted in 2021/2022, but there is significant flexibility in regard to actual commencement date and physical presence at the ANU. You are encouraged to contact Professor David McClelland (david.mcclelland[ATT]anu.edu.au) for further information. Please email your expression of interest and CV to the CGA Administrator, Dr Sareh Rajabi (sareh.rajabi[AT]anu.edu.au), before the closing date. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoc and PhD positions in continuous gravitational wave research, Hannover, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/09/postdoc-and-phd-positions-in… Deadline: 2020-12-31 Location: Hannover, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/continuouswaves Contact: maria.alessandra.papa[AT]aei.mpg.de We are inviting applications from outstanding Post-Docs and graduate students (Ph.D. students) to join the permanent independent research group "Searching for Continuous Gravitational Waves" at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (AEI), in Hannover, Germany: https://www.aei.mpg.de/continuouswaves Continuous gravitational waves have not yet been observed. The detection problem is possibly one of the most challenging across the various types of gravitational wave signals, with the data analysis procedures effectively increasing the detector sensitivity by a significant amount. The group at AEI is the largest group world-wide devoted to this endeavour, designing and carrying out the deepest searches and deploying them on in-house computing resources and on the Einstein@Home volunteer commuting project. The research environment is dynamic, stimulating and fast-paced. The ideal candidate should have an excellent academic track record, programming experience, have worked with data, be creative and enthusiastic. Prior experience with gravitational wave data is not required. For post doctoral fellows the initial appointment will be for two years with the possibility, upon satisfactory performance, of an extension. For PhD students the appointment is for three years. Their PhD is awarded by Leibniz university Hannover. The working language of the group is English. Applications should comprise a CV, a publication list and a brief research statement. They should be submitted by email to cw-jobs[AT]aei.mpg.de. Candidates should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to cw-jobs[AT]aei.mpg.de by the referees. The deadline for submission is December 31st 2020, but later applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. 3-year Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Cosmology, Madrid, Spainn ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20621 Deadline: 2020-12-18 Location: Madrid, Spain Additional Information: https://inspirehep.net/jobs/1829237 Contact: matteo.fasiello[AT]csic.es It is a pleasure to announce the opening of a three-year postdoctoral position in theoretical cosmology at IFT CSIC/UAM, Madrid. The position is supported by funds from the 2019-T1/TIC-15784 "Atraccion de Talento" grant held by Dr. Matteo R. Fasiello. The focus area will be early universe physics and in particular the investigation of the inflationary particle content, pairing up model-building constraints with observational signatures (including primordial gravitational waves). Dr. Fasiello is actively involved in the LISA Collaboration. All candidates with general expertise in theoretical cosmology are encouraged to apply. The appointment is for three years, subject to yearly performance reviews. Salary is commensurate to experience. The position comes with a generous travel budget. The start date can be as early May 2021 and should be no later than October 1st of the same year. IFT Madrid (https://www.ift.uam-csic.es/en/) houses a thriving Cosmology Group. Candidates are invited to send a curriculum vitae, a list of publications (if not included in the cv), and a brief research statement to matteo.fasiello_at_csic.es, ensuring the subject line includes "postdoc2020". Candidates should make sure at least two letters of recommendation are sent to the same address by the deadline. The deadline for applications is set on December 18th 2020. However, review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The IFT actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Heinrich Hertz Fellowship in History and Philosophy of Physics, Bonn, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20624 Deadline: 2021-01-31 Location: Bonn, Germany Additional Information: https://www.history-and-philosophy-of-physics.com/heinrich-hertz-fellowship… Contact: dennis.lehmkuhl[AT]uni-bonn.de The Heinrich Hertz Fellowship in History and Philosophy of physics is designed to allow graduate students (typically PhD students but Master students can also apply) and early-career postdoctoral scholars to spend either half of or a full academic year at the University of Bonn to work on any topic in the history and philosophy of physics. They have no formal duties apart from following their own research agenda and interacting with the other historians and philosophers of physics in Bonn. Hertz fellows are provided with: A (possibly shared) office in the Institute of Philosophy of the University of Bonn. Reimbursement of all travel and visa costs to come to Bonn. A monthly stipend of 2500 Euros to cover accommodation and maintenance during the stay in Bonn. Stipends are not generally taxable in Germany. Fellows have to show that they have sufficient (travel) health insurance for their stay in Bonn. Reimbursements of some conference travel and similar expenses during the stay in Bonn. Fellows can apply to spend either the winter semester, the summer semester or both (i.e. the whole academic year including the time between the two semesters) in Bonn. In the academic year of 2021/2022, the winter semester goes from early October to the end of January (with a two week break for the holidays) while the summer semester lasts from early April till the end of July. If you are interested in a Hertz fellowship, please send your complete application documents by 31 January 2021 to Ms Yvonne Luks at office.lehmkuhl[AT]uni-bonn.de. Before sending your application, please combine and convert all of your documents into one PDF file. A complete application will consist of a.) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of no more than 10.000 words; and b.) up to three letters of reference which must be sent by the letter writers or the placement service directly to the above address. In your cover letter, please state for which semester(s) you would like to come to Bonn, what kind of research project you intend to pursue during your time here, and why pursuing this project in Bonn would be particularly useful to you. If you have questions, please contact Prof. Lehmkuhl (dennis.lehmkuhl[AT]uni-bonn.de). The University of Bonn is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It is certified as a family-friendly university. It aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where women are under-represented and to promote their careers in particular. It therefore urges women with relevant qualifications to apply. Applications will be handled in accordance with the 'Landesgleichstellungsgesetz' (State Equality Act). Applications from suitable individuals with a certified serious disability and those of equal status are particularly welcome. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astrophysical Relativity, Bangalore, India ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/15/postdoctoral-fellowships-in-… Deadline: 2020-12-31 Location: Bangalore, India Additional Information: https://www.icts.res.in/academic/postdoctoral-fellowships Contact: ajith[AT]icts.res.in The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS), TIFR, Bangalore, India invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellowships. ICTS provides a stimulating intellectual atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities for academic research. In addition to the vibrant in-house research program, ICTS holds several visitor-oriented programs in its state-of-the-art campus in Bangalore. ELIGIBILITY Applications are invited from highly qualified young scientists with a proven track record. Candidates must have a PhD degree in physics, astronomy, or related fields. Individuals who have submitted their doctoral thesis can also apply. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates should apply online (https://www.icts.res.in/academic/postdoctoral-fellowships) with their curriculum vitae, list of publications, a research proposal (not more than two pages), and a list of referees. The nominal deadline is 31 December 2020, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The nominal starting date of 1 September 2021 is negotiable. ASTROPHYSICAL RELATIVITY AT ICTS The ICTS Astrophysical Relativity group (https://www.icts.res.in/research/astrorel) includes faculty members Parameswaran Ajith, Prayush Kumar and Bala R Iyer, visiting faculty Tejaswi Venumadhav Nerella, postdocs Apratim Ganguly, Shasvath Kapadia, Kanhaiya Lal Pandey and Md Arif Shaikh, and several students. Rana Adhikari, K. G. Arun, and B.S. Sathyaprakash are associates. The group's research interests include analytical and numerical relativity including waveform modeling, data analysis including parameter estimation, tests of general relativity, and astrophysics and cosmology using gravitational waves. The group is an active member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LIGO-India Scientific Collaboration. The group hosts a 2500 core LIGO Tier-3 grid computing cluster and has access to other high-performance facilities at ICTS. The group organizes several ICTS programs every year, including the annual ICTS summer schools on gravitational-wave astronomy. ABOUT ICTS Founded in 2007, ICTS is a new initiative in Indian science. It is conceived to contribute to the growth of excellence in the basic sciences through its programs, interactions and cross-fertilization between disciplines. ICTS provides a platform and infrastructure to organize various activities in theoretical natural sciences and mathematics. ICTS has an active in-house research program (www.icts.res.in/research) spanning three broad areas: Complex systems: Non-linear dynamics and Data assimilation, Statistical physics, Fluid dynamics and turbulence, Condensed matter physics, Physical biology; Space-time physics: String theory and Quantum field theory, Astrophysical relativity; Mathematics: Differential geometry, Mathematical physics, Dynamical systems, Data assimilation, Monsoon dynamics, Analysis of partial differential equations and applications. Other areas under active consideration are cosmology, multiscale and complex systems including interfaces with theoretical biology, computer science, and computational sciences with a strong interface to other research areas at ICTS. ICTS hosts strong visitors and associates driven programs, a highly competitive graduate school as well as a devoted postdoctoral program that forms an integral part of the in-house research. A state-of-the-art residential campus is ready to provide a vibrant academic environment. Located in Bangalore, the garden city of India, with a pleasant and moderate climate, ICTS maintains close ties with the world-class scholastic ambiance of the city. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Three PhD positions on the interface between Quantum Technology and Fundamental Physics, Nottingham, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20641 Deadline: 2021-01-07 Location: Nottingham, UK Additional Information: https://www.qsimfp.org Contact: silke.weinfurtner[AT]nottingham.ac.uk We are announcing three PhD positions to join the "Quantum Simulators for Fundamental Physics" (qSimFP) initiative. QSimFP is one out of seven proposals funded through the UK Quantum Technologies for Fundamental Physics (QTFP) programme. We are looking for * two PhD students to join our experimental work, to build quantum simulators for black hole physics. This work involves the development of hybrid superfluid optomechanical devices at low temperature. * one PhD student to join our theoretical work, developing the field theoretic description of quantised wave-modes around the simulated quantum black holes. Candidates are expected to have a strong background in areas relevant for the project, and to contribute to the project through both collaborative and individual work. The qSimFP consortium is an interactive network of scientists from seven UK-based research organisations located in St.Andrews, Cambridge, King's College London, Newcastle, Nottingham, University College London and Royal Holloway University London. The three PhD students will benefit from all network activities and are expected to closely collaborate with the University of Royal Holloway and King's College London. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. Postdoc position at University of Vienna, Austria ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/18/postdoc-position-at-universi… Deadline: 2021-01-25 Location: Vienna, Austria Additional Information: https://univis.univie.ac.at/ausschreibungstellensuche Contact: piotr.chrusciel[AT]univie.ac.at The Gravitational Physics group of the Department of Physics of University of Vienna is seeking to fill a post-doctoral position (Universitaetsassistent/in) in the field of mathematical general relativity or in theoretical aspects of the interface between gravitation and quantum mechanics. The appointment will be for six years, according to previous experience. The employment will start in the first half of 2021, possibly a few months later if more convenient for the chosen candidate. The list of members of the group at the start of the appointment, including scientifically active retired members, will include Peter Aichelburg, Robert Beig, Piotr Chrusciel, Mateja Gosenca, David Fajman, Maciej Maliborski, Stefan Palenta and Walter Simon. The yearly teaching load averaged over two semesters is four hours/week, in English or in German. The candidate will not teach more than six hours a week in any given semester in any case. In addition of teaching of courses as defined by the collective agreement, active participation in research, teaching and administration is expected. This involves: - Involvement in research projects / research studies - International publications and presentations - Supervision of students - Participation in evaluation measures - Developing and strengthening an independent research profile Excellent command of written and spoken English is expected. The candidate will have a Doctoral degree or a PhD degree. The applications are done online, please search for position 11653. The web page where one can apply for this position is not open yet at the time of posting of this message, but should open shortly. The candidate will provide there - Letter of motivation - Academic curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a list of courses and a list of talks given) - Description of research interests and research agenda - The candidates should arrange three letters of recommendation to be sent or emailed before January 25,2021, to the address indicated on the application website or to Mrs Ruth Bogoevski, Faculty of Physics, Boltzmanngasse 5/5/3521, A-1090 Vienna, Austria. Applications done before January 25, 2021 will receive full attention. The University of Vienna pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (http://diversity.univie.ac.at/). The University lays special emphasis on increasing the number of women in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Permanent, Postdoc and PhD opportunities in gravitational waves,Toulouse, France ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20645 Deadline: 2021-01-18 Location: Toulouse, France Additional Information: https://www.l2it.in2p3.fr Contact: nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr The Laboratoire des 2 infinis - Toulouse (L2IT) is inviting applications at different career levels to reinforce and expand its gravitational wave group (see below). L2IT is a new institute established in 2019 with the objective to pursue fundamental research with innovative numerical and theoretical approaches. The research of the institute is focused on particle physics, gravitational waves and the nuclear equation of state, and it is supported by a complementary development of data analysis and data science methodologies. The gravitational wave group at L2IT conducts research on both theoretical and experimental aspects of gravitational wave science, with a distinct focus at exploiting new ideas connecting theory with observations through data analysis and numerical simulations. The group is part of the LISA Consortium and currently counts two permanent scientists, Christelle Buy and Nicola Tamanini (starting from February 2021), both members of the Virgo Collaboration. The present recruitment process is part of the overall strategy of L2IT which aims at fast expanding in the next few years, including further job opportunities expected in gravitational wave research. PhD OPPORTUNITIES - One PhD Position in Gravitational Waves Job description: Applications are invited for a PhD position in gravitational waves at L2IT, starting in Fall 2021. The successful candidate must have completed a Master degree in physics or equivalent by the starting date. Application instructions: The official application process will follow the standard procedure of the Ecole Doctorale. Potential candidates are invited to discuss their application with members of L2IT and send them the following documents: 1) Curriculum vitae 2) Personal statement describing research interests and motivation for applying (1 page maximum) 3) Transcript of all courses with grades Deadline: Please send the material mentioned above to Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) before the 1st of February 2021. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Contact: Please contact Christelle Buy (christelle.buy[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) or Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) with any questions. POSTDOC OPPORTUNITIES - One Postdoc Position in Gravitational Wave Cosmology Starting Spring 2021 Job description: Applications are invited for a postdoc position at the Laboratoire des 2 Infinis - Toulouse (L2IT) to work with Nicola Tamanini on theoretical and observational aspects of the propagation of gravitational waves at cosmological distances, including tests on the nature of dark energy. The successful candidate must have obtained a PhD degree or equivalent before the starting date. Candidates with a maximum of two years of postdoctoral experience are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to start the job in March 2021, or as soon as possible after that. The position is initially funded for 16 months, until summer 2022. Application instructions: Interested candidates must send an email with the subject "Postdoc Application Spring" to Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) and arrange for the following documents to be sent at the same email address: 1) Curriculum vitae 2) List of publications 3) Personal statement describing research interests and motivation for applying (2 pages max, refs excluded) 4) Two or more letters of recommendation, submitted by the reference writers (email subject "Reference for NAME SURNAME") Deadline: The review process will start on the 18th of January 2021. Remote interviews will be planned for the end of January or beginning of February 2021. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Contact: Please contact Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) with any questions. - One Postdoc Position in Gravitational Waves Starting Fall 2021 Job description: Applications are invited for a 2-year postdoc position at the Laboratoire des 2 Infinis - Toulouse (L2IT) to work on gravitational wave topics which well integrate with the research interests of the gravitational wave group at L2IT. The successful candidate must have obtained a PhD degree or equivalent before the starting date, and is expected to start the job in September 2021 or as soon as possible after that. Application instructions: Interested candidates must send an email with the subject "Postdoc Application Fall" to Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) and arrange for the following documents to be sent at the same email address: 1) Curriculum vitae 2) List of publications 3) Cover letter (1 page max) 3) Research statements describing past achievements and future plans (2 pages max, refs excluded) 4) Two or more letters of recommendation, submitted by the reference writers (email subject "Reference for NAME SURNAME") Deadline: The review process will start on the 18th of January 2021. Remote interviews will be planned for the end of January or beginning of February 2021. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Applicants applying also for the postdoc position in gravitational wave cosmology (starting Spring 2021) can submit a single application including all the documents mentioned here; in this case the cover letter must explicitly state that the application is for both positions. Contact: Please contact Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) or Christelle Buy (christelle.buy[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) with any questions. - Further Postdoc Opportunities The gravitational wave group at L2IT is expecting further postdoc opportunities to possibly become available in the forthcoming months. Interested researchers are invited to contact members of the L2IT for additional information. Expressions of interest from researchers working on any aspects of the LISA mission are particularly encouraged. Contacts: Please contact Christelle Buy (christelle.buy[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) or Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) for further information. PERMANENT OPPORTUNITIES - CNRS Charge'(e) de Recherche Position in Sec 01 A permanent researcher position with priority on the subject "Physics of Gravitational Waves" has been assigned to the Laboratoire des 2 Infinis - Toulouse (L2IT) as part of the 2021 competitive examinations for permanent researcher positions of the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). The position is offered at the "charge'(e) de recherche" level of CNRS. The evaluation and selection process for this position will be performed by CNRS as part of its 2021 national competitive examinations. Prospective candidates working on research topics which could well integrate with the research conducted by the gravitational wave group at L2IT are particularly encouraged to apply. Further information: Please refer to the CNRS website (http://www.dgdr.cnrs.fr/drhchercheurs/concoursch/default-en.htm) for more information and the application instructions. Deadline: 7th of January 2021 at 13h CET. Contact: Prospective candidates are welcome to discuss their research proposal with Christelle Buy (christelle.buy[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr), Jan Stark (jan.stark[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) or Nicola Tamanini (nicola.tamanini[AT]l2it.in2p3.fr) well in advance of the application deadline. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Assistant Professor in Astroparticle Physics at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20647 Deadline: 2021-02-01 Location: Lawrence, Kansas, USA Additional Information: http://www.employment.ku.edu/academic/18308BR Contact: kuapsearch2020[AT]ku.edu The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kansas (KU) seeks outstanding applicants for an assistant professorship in physics (tenure track position) in astroparticle physics (AP), to start August 18, 2021. The KU AP group currently participates on multiple experiments either currently operating, or planned, in the polar regions, and seeks to build on its experience with radio-wave detection of cosmic rays and neutrinos, as well as develop and explore novel instrumentation and cosmic-ray detection strategies and technologies. Over the next decade, we hope to play a seminal role in the design, deployment, and calibration of the IceCube Gen2 radio and PUEO detectors. Candidates with research interests in radio-frequency instrumentation or areas closely related to it and compatible with, and complementing existing efforts in the department are particularly encouraged to apply. The qualifying candidates must have a doctorate degree in physics or a closely related field. A strong record of research and commitment to excellence in teaching are required. The University of Kansas is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment. Individuals who are committed to furthering these causes are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants from groups traditionally underrepresented in Physics and Astronomy. This includes, but is not limited to, women, racial and ethnic underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQIA individuals as well as those residing at the intersection of these axes. In addition, candidates with experience and/or demonstrated potential to effectively contribute to a diverse and inclusive learning environment are especially encouraged to apply. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment Lawrence, KS is an excellent place to live. It is an affordable and progressive city with a lively arts and music scene, excellent schools, high quality restaurants, economical living, and a diverse cultural mix. It is also only an hour drive from downtown Kansas City. For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to http://www.employment.ku.edu/academic/18308BR. A complete online application includes the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement (up to 5 pages), a teaching statement (up to 2 pages), and the names, e-mail addresses, and contact information for at least three references. Applicants should arrange for electronic letters of reference to be sent to Professor Hume Feldman, Chair, Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Kansas, kuapsearch2020[AT]ku.edu. Initial review of applications will begin February 1, 2021. For full consideration, all application documents and reference letters must be received before this date. Late applications will be accepted as long as needed to identify a qualified pool. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA[AT]ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Postdoctoral Position in Black Hole Astrophysics at TDLI, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20651 Deadline: 2021-02-28 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/ Contact: mizuno[AT]sjtu.edu.cn Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) in Shanghai, China (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/), initiated by Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957), is a newly established national research institute and the current director is Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004). 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 is in charge of the operation of TDLI. TDLI has an internationalized environment with English as its working language. The astrophysics division of TDLI invites applications for one postdoc position in black hole astrophysics working with Prof. Yosuke Mizuno (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/people/middle/98?type=FELLOW), primally focus on the theoretical/computational modeling of black holes and relativistic jets. Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy, physics, or other related subjects by the time of appointment. Researchers with a knowledge or experience of numerical plasma simulations, relativistic radiation transfer calculation, or analysing and interpretating observations of relativistic jets are particularly encouraged to apply. The position is initially for two years and can be extended - depending on successful performance and availability of funds. It comes with a competitive annual salary ranging from from 35k to 45k US dollars including housing subsidies. The start date of the appointment should be earlier than September 1, 2021. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV including publication list, a research statement (5 pages), and arrange three reference letters to be sent directly to Prof. Yosuke Mizuno (mizuno[AT]sjtu.edu.cn). Applications will have to be sent by 28.02.2021 for full consideration, but the search will remain open till the optimal candidate is found. Applicants applied the TDLI prized postdoc positions do not need to send separate application material, except an email expressing the interest of a postdoctoral position of black hole astrophysics. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Postdoctoral Fellow in Core-Collapse Supernova Theory, Stockholm, Sweden ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/27/postdoctoral-fellow-in-core-… Deadline: 2021-01-31 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Additional Information: https://www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/available-jobs?rm… Contact: evan.oconnor[AT]astro.su.se The Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in core-collapse supernova theory and computational astrophysics to work within the group of Dr. Evan O'Connor. The project aims at the development and execution of state-of-the-art computational tools for simulating core-collapse supernovae, with a particular focus on black hole formation and the multi-messenger signals produced from these extreme environments. Experience in numerical techniques including relativity, hydrodynamics, and radiation transport are considered strong assets to carry out the project. The position also offers the possibility to interact with other research groups at the department, both theoretical and observational, as well as within the Oskar Klein Centre. Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country. The degree should have been completed no more than three years before the deadline for applications. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances, which may involve sick leave, parental leave, clinical attachment, elected positions in trade unions, or similar. For full details, please see the associated application link. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. 2021 Awards for Essays on Gravitation ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/05/awards-for-essays-on-gravita… Additional Information: https://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org 2021 Awards for Essays on Gravitation In 2021, for our seventy-second competition, the trustees of the Gravity Research Foundation are offering five awards for short essays for stimulating thought and encouraging work on the phenomenon of gravitation. The stipulations follow: (1) We will make these Awards on May 15, 2021 for the best and most well-written essays about gravitation, its theory, applications, or effects. Essays should be 1500 words or fewer excluding abstracts and a small number of equations, diagrams, tables, and references. The subject matter may or may not be original research. The essay competition is not intended to replace a research journal where the detailed results of original research are submitted. Essays should not give lengthy detailed mathematical calculations nor detailed descriptions of an experimental setup. Essay ideas should be self-contained and understandable - not dependent on reading other documents. (2) The First Award will be $4000.00 The Second Award will be $700.00 The Third Award will be $600.00 The Fourth Award will be $500.00 The Fifth Award will be $400.00 (3) Essay must be typed in English and e-mailed in a single PDF file before April 1, 2021. One essay only will be accepted from each author. Notify us within 24 hours if you do not receive an e-mail confirmation of your submission. (4) Title page should include all the following: essay title, authors' names (specify corresponding author), e-mail and complete mailing addresses (for award notifications), submission date, an abstract of 125 words or fewer, and the statement: "Essay written for the Gravity Research Foundation 2021 Awards for Essays on Gravitation." Pages should be numbered. (5) The decision of the judges will be final. No reviews or comments will be provided. (6) Please check the awards announcement to be posted on our website: www.gravityresearchfoundation.org around May 15, 2021. We will also attempt to send all participants a general e-mail notification. (7) The five award-winning essays will be published in a special issue of the International Journal of Modern Physics D (IJMPD). Authors of essays designated Honorable Mention will be invited to submit their essays to the IJMPD where these may undergo additional refereeing at editorial discretion for possible publication. Authors of all other essays are free and encouraged to publish their essays after May 15th. Submission e-mail address: George M. Rideout, Jr., President, grideoutjr[AT]aol.com Recent First Award Winners: 2020 - Maulik Parikh and George Zahariade, Arizona State University, AZ and Frank Wilczek, Arizona State University, AZ, Stockholm University, Sweden, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MA and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China 2019 - Alessio Belenchia, Queen's University, England; Robert M. Wald, Enrico Fermi Institute, IL; Flaminia Giacomini, Esteban Castro-Ruiz, Caslav Brukner and Markus Aspelmeyer, Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information, Austria 2018 - Jessica Santiago and Matt Visser, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand 2017 - Ivan Agullo, Louisiana State University, LA; Adrian del Rio and Jose Navarro-Salas, Centro Mixto Universidad de Valencia-CSIC, Spain 2016 - Stephen L. Adler, Institute for Advanced Study, NJ 2015 - Gerard 't Hooft, Utrecht University and Spinoza Institute, the Netherlands 2014 - Lawrence M. Krauss, Arizona State University, AZ and Frank Wilczek, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MA 2013 - Baocheng Zhang, Qing-yu Cai and Ming-sheng Zhan, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China and Li You, Tsinghua University, China 2012 - Claus Kiefer and Manuel Kraemr, University of Cologne, Germany 2011 - Ivan Agullo, Pennsylvania State University, PA and Leonard Parker, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, WI 2010 - Mark Van Raamsdonk, University of British Columbia, BC 2009 - Alexander Burinskii, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia 2008 - T. Padmanabhan, Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, India 2007 - S. Carlip, University of California at Davis, CA ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. New textbook: "General Relativity and its Applications: Black Holes, Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves" by V. Ferrari, L. Gualtieri, P. Pani (CRC Press, 2020) ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20614 Additional Information: https://www.routledge.com/General-Relativity-and-its-Applications-Black-Hol… Dear hyperspace community, We would like to announce the new textboook: "General Relativity and its Applications: Black Holes, Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves" by Valeria Ferrari, Leonardo Gualtieri, Paolo Pani, published by CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2020 Details of the book are available at https://www.routledge.com/General-Relativity-and-its-Applications-Black-Hol… or in Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/General-Relativity-its-Applications-Gravitational/dp… Gravitational physics is experiencing a second Golden Age and is steadily growing in diverse directions that were unforeseeable just a decade ago. In parallel to the prominent role acquired within the scientific community in the last few years, gravitational physics has also attracted an ever-growing attention from students at all levels. While historically limited to a niche audience, nowadays the teaching of General Relativity and of its phenomenological applications is (with full rights) an essential part of any course in Physics or Astronomy. This book is addressed to third-year undergraduate and especially to graduate students in Physics or Astrophysics, who want to learn the basics of General Relativity and its diverse phenomenological consequences. This book presents some novelties with respect to standard textbooks on General Relativity. Starting from the basic pillars of the theory, it provides -in a self-contained way- the tools to understand the most important discoveries of recent years, in particular the detection of gravitational waves; it introduces the theory of perturbations of the Schwarzschild spacetime and of quasi-normal modes; it provides a detailed description of rotating black holes and of some of the most interesting phenomena which occur in their neighborhood. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. IOP Gravitational Physics Group Annual Meeting with Prof. Andrea Ghez ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/15/iop-gravitational-physics-gr… Additional Information: https://www.iopconferences.org/iop/frontend/reg/tOtherPage.csp?pageID=10110… We are pleased to announce the Institute of Physics Gravitational Physics Group annual meeting which will take place on December 17th 2020 via Zoom. This year we have the honour to welcome Prof. Andrea Ghez (UCLA), recipient of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics, to discuss her ground-breaking research in black hole physics. Prof. Ghez's talk will be preceded by a presentation by Dr Scott Melville (Cambridge University), recipient of the IOP Gravitational Physics Group annual Thesis Prize, and by the Group's annual general meeting (AGM). All are welcome to attend, members and non-members alike and no registration fee will be charged. Programme (GMT) 14:30 - AGM 15:30 - Staying positive in the search for quantum gravity Dr. Scott Melville, University of Cambridge, UK 16:00 - Our Galactic Center: A Unique Laboratory for the Physics & Astrophysics of Black Holes Prof. Andrea Ghez, UCLA, USA 16:45 - Close Venue Zoom. Instructions for joining will be sent to registered participants. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Deadline for nominations for the 2021 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize is 1 Feb 2021 ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/28/deadline-for-nominations-for… Additional Information: http://www.isgrg.org/IUPAPprize.php The IUPAP Young Scientist Prizes recognize outstanding achievements of scientists at early stages of their career. Each prize consists of a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient, a medal and 1000 euros. The conditions for the prize are: The Prize can be for work in any area of relativity and gravitation, theoretical or experimental. On 1 February 2021, nominees must have a maximum of eight years of research experience (excluding career interruptions) following the Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree. They are expected to have displayed significant achievement and exceptional promise for future achievements in relativity and gravitation. The primary nominator MUST BE A MEMBER of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation. Writers of support letters and candidates need not be members. The nomination deadline is 1 Feb 2021. Additional details may be found at http://www.isgrg.org/IUPAPprize.php. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. New book: The Origin of Spacetime Physics ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/29/new-book-the-origin-of-space… Additional Information: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/LPEM.html This collection (published by the Minkowski Institute), with an excellent and very informative Foreword by Abhay Ashtekar, includes the papers that laid the foundations of spacetime physics: H. A. Lorentz, Michelson's Interference Experiment H. A. Lorentz, Electromagnetic Phenomena in a System Moving with any Velocity Smaller than that of Light H. Poincare', Sur la dynamique de l'electron (5 June 1905) H. Poincare', Sur la dynamique de l'electron (23 July 1905) A. Einstein, On the Electrodynamics of Moving Bodies A. Einstein, Does the Inertia of a Body Depend Upon its Energy Content? H. Minkowski, Space and Time A. Einstein, On the Influence of Gravitation on the Propagation of Light A. Einstein, The Foundation of the General Theory of Relativity A. Einstein, Cosmological Considerations on the General Theory of Relativity W. de Sitter, On the Curvature of Space A. A. Friedmann, On the Curvature of Space G. Lemaitre, A Homogeneous Universe of Constant Mass and Increasing Radius Accounting for the Radial Velocity of Extra-Galactic Nebulae ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.6. PROGRAMME 2021 of the THE CHALONGE - DE VEGA SCHOOL ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/12/30/programme-2021-of-the-the-ch… Additional Information: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2020.html International School of Astrophysics Daniel Chalonge - Hector de Vega - A Laboratory of Ideas, Research, Training and Scientific Culture - - Open Science and Free Access - Programme 2021 On line, 16h00 Paris Time - Thursday 21 January 2021: Prof. Carlos O. LOUSTO, RIT School of Mathematical Sciences, Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation, Rochester NY: From simulations of binary black holes to insights into astrophysics and gravitational waves. - Programme 2021 Nobel Lectures in Physics : - Thursday 28 January 2021: Prof. Dr Gerard 'T HOOFT, Nobel Prize in Physics, Institute for Theoretical Physics, Utrecht University & Spinoza Institute: Quantum Black Holes - Wednesday 3 February 2021: Prof. Dr Reinhard GENZEL, Nobel Prize in Physics, Max-Planck-Institut fur Extraterrestrische Physik, Garching: A Forty-Year Journey - Wednesday 10 February 2021: Prof. Dr Barry C. BARISH, Nobel Prize in Physics, LIGO Caltech Laboratory, California, Pasadena: Gravitational-Wave Detections - Thursday 4 March 2021: Prof. Dr Didier QUELOZ, Nobel Prize in Physics, Cavendish-Astrophysics Cambridge UK and Geneva University Exoplanets Research And Other Nobel Lecturers in this Programme to be announced later in the Year More Informations: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2021.html https://chalonge-devega.fr/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Central European Relativity Seminar 11, Vienna, Austria 1.2. Mathematical Perspectives of Gravitation beyond the Vacuum Regime: Online workshop 1.3. Doubly Special Relativity 2020 (online meeting) 1.4. MW-Gaia Workshop: Galactic Centre and Inner Galaxy, Heidelberg, Germany (virtual) 1.5. Geometric Foundations of Gravity 2021, Tartu, Estonia 2. Jobs 2.1. FAIR4HEP Postdoctoral Researcher in AI and the CMS Experiment, La Jolla, California, USA 2.2. Postdoctoral position in high energy theory, Lyon, France 2.3. 3-year postdoc position in Qubits and Spacetime Unit, Okinawa, Japan 2.4. PhD Position - Gravitational Wave Probes of Dark Matter, Frankfurt, Germany 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Artificial Intelligence and High Energy Physics, Urbana, Illinois, USA 2.6. Postdoctoral Researcher in gravitational wave data analysis and searches, Utrecht, The Netherlands 2.7. postdoc in the Astroparticle Physics group at SISSA, Trieste, Italy 2.8. Postdocs at the Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe, Trieste, Italy 2.9. Post-doctoral position in Gravitational Wave data analysis, Louvain, Belgium 2.10. ERC-funded postdoc position(s) in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany 2.11. ERC-funded PhD position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany 2.12. Postdoc opportunity on gravitational wave physics, Valencia, Spain 2.13. Postdoc position in theoretical physics, Tartu, Estonia 2.14. Postdoc position in gravitational wave astrophysics, Guelph, Canada 2.15. Dennis Sciama Research Fellow in Cosmology at Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, Portsmouth, UK 3. News 3.1. SageMath 9.2 is out 3.2. GRG Collection and Living Review on "Binary neutron star mergers" 3.3. Experimental Results - New Open Access Journal 3.4. The Twenty-First Release of the Einstein Toolkit ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Central European Relativity Seminar 11, Vienna, Austria --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/02/central-european-relativity-… Starting: 2021-02-11 to 2021-02-13 Location: Vienna, Austria Additional Information: https://www.univie.ac.at/cers/cers11/index.html Contact: piotr.chrusciel[AT]univie.ac.at The Vienna meeting will be the eleventh seminar of a series designed to provide a forum for younger researchers to present their work, and to expand their research horizons, in all topics of research in general relativity. While the main geographical basin of attraction is Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Germany, we welcome researchers from all countries. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Mathematical Perspectives of Gravitation beyond the Vacuum Regime: Online workshop --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/16/mathematical-perspectives-of… Starting: 2021-02-22 to 2021-02-26 Location: Online Additional Information: https://www.esi.ac.at/events/e406/ Contact: jeremie.joudioux[AT]aei.mpg.de Organizers: Hakan Andreasson, David Fajman, Jeremie Joudioux, Todd Oliynykk The main aim of the workshop is to drive progress by connecting researchers working on different matter models and by advertising open problems that can serve as an entry point for researchers from other areas. In particular, we want to bring together people who work on {different types of} relativistic matter with {each other and with} those who work on non-relativistic matter. We believe large benefits are to be gained from increased interactions that would hopefully lead to exchanges of ideas and techniques that could be used to spur progress on outstanding problems in both areas. This workshop is part of a larger program scheduled to take place at the Erwin Schrodinger Institute, in Vienna, from January 31st to March, 11th, 2022. Registration for the online workshop is mandatory. ��Please contact one of the organizers to register. Note that this workshop is primarily intended for researchers in related fields. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. Doubly Special Relativity 2020 (online meeting) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17700 Starting: 2020-12-14 to 2020-12-16 Location: Additional Information: https://indico.capa.unizar.es/event/10/ Contact: dsr20.meeting[AT]gmail.com It's now 20 years since the first Doubly Special Relativity papers appeared on ArXiv. Several research groups have worked on DSR-relativistic models, leading to significant progress, but some grey areas remain on the conceptual side and additional phenomenological avenues are much needed. The meeting "DSR20" (an online meeting, using zoom) intends to be an opportunity for an exchange of ideas on these matters. DSR20 will be held from december 14 to december 16 and it will be scheduled so to allow colleagues in different parts of the world to attend at least some of the sessions. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. MW-Gaia Workshop: Galactic Centre and Inner Galaxy, Heidelberg, Germany (virtual) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17702 Starting: 2021-02-10 to 2021-02-12 Location: Virtual (hosted in Heidelberg, Germany) Additional Information: https://www.zah.uni-heidelberg.de/mw-gaia2021 Contact: MW-Gaia-HD[AT]zah.uni-heidelberg.de The inner regions of our Milky Way are dominated by the Galactic bar and a classical bulge. The barred potential causes gas to flow inwards and form stars in the central few 100 parsecs. Over time this process may have built up the nuclear stellar disk, also found at these radii. At the very centre, the nuclear star cluster surrounds the Galactic supermassive black hole, Sgr A*. The larger inner bulge region also contains the highest-density parts of the Milky Way's stellar halo, and perhaps an classical bulge component. The next Gaia data release EDR3 will be released on Dec. 3, 2020, and will be based on 34 months of observations. Compared to DR2 improvements in completeness and astrometry (20% in parallaxes, factor of two in proper motion) will be provided. Additionally, more information on the parallax zero point will be included and the basis of the Celestial Reference Frame (CRF) will be extended to 1.5 million objects, a factor of three more. During this 3 day workshop in (virtual) Heidelberg, we will focus on the impact of the ultra-precise Gaia astrometry on our understanding of the structure and dynamics of the Galactic bar and bulge region including the interrelation with the inner halo, the nuclear stellar disc and the central star cluster. Chemical enrichment, ages and the assembly history will also be covered. The celestial reference frame, zero points of parallaxes and proper motions, as well as questions of fundamental physics will be discussed. Also first results based on EDR3 are expected. The format of the workshop is based on invited key presentations and contributed talks, ePosters, a practical hands-on session for EDR3, and dedicated discussions. Topics Covered Gaia EDR3: overview, completeness Gaia Ref Frame: zero points in parallax and proper motion, fundamental physics and relativistic effects using Gaia and VLBI, Sgr A* and testing GR Bulge, Bar and Inner Halo: kinematics, dynamics, mass distribution Bulge, Bar, Inner Halo: metallicity-orbit distribution and stellar ages Bulge, Bar, Inner Halo: critical discussion on stellar ages in Bulge, assembly history from (hydro-)dynamical and cosmological simulations Nuclear Disk, Gas Inflow and Star Formation +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Geometric Foundations of Gravity 2021, Tartu, Estonia --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/26/geometric-foundations-of-gra… Starting: 2021-06-28 to 2021-07-02 Location: Tartu, Estonia Additional Information: http://geomgrav.fi.ut.ee/conf/geomgrav2021/ Contact: geomgrav[AT]ut.ee Geometric Foundations of Gravity 2021 is a conference dedicated to the geometric foundations of gravity theories that will take place on June 28 - July 2, 2021 in Tartu, Estonia. This conference is a continuation of a series of earlier conferences and workshops on the same subject. The main topics include: - Extensions of General Relativity (metric affine gravity, Poincare gauge gravity, scalar/vector/tensor gravity, teleparallel gravity, massive gravity, bi-metric gravity, ...) - Astrophysics in Extended Gravity (black holes, ordinary/neutron/boson/grava stars, gravitational waves, strings, wormholes, binary systems, ...) - Cosmology in Extended Gravity (dynamical system analysis, observations and constraints, dark energy, dark matter, inflation, early universe, galaxies, ...) - Beyond Lorentzian Geometry in Classical and Quantum Gravity (doubly/deformed relativity, standard model extension, Hamilton geometry, Finsler geometry, ...). At the moment the conference is planned under the assumption that by June 2021 travelling is safely possible again. Should the corona pandemic forbid travelling the conference will be shifted to hybrid or pure online event. An up to date list of invited speakers, the registration procedure, participants and all further details can be found on http://geomgrav.fi.ut.ee/conf/geomgrav2021/ The conference is organized by the gravity research group at the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics, Institute of Physics, University of Tartu Sebastian Bahamonde Jorge Gigante Valcarcel Manuel Hohmann Laur Jarv Tomi Koivisto Martin Krssak Christian Pfeifer Joao Luis Rosa Margus Saal Aneta Wojnar +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. FAIR4HEP Postdoctoral Researcher in AI and the CMS Experiment, La Jolla, California, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17670 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: La Jolla, California, USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17359 Contact: duarte-pd-recruit[AT]physics.ucsd.edu The experimental high energy physics (HEP) group at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) invites applications from outstanding candidates for the position of postdoctoral researcher to work on the CMS experiment and to develop and apply findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR) principles to artificial intelligence (AI) models and data in high energy physics. Transformational progress in AI has been driven by the ubiquity of large datasets such as ImageNe0t. Within HEP, creating and publishing open, realistic, and FAIR datasets can shed light on the unique challenges in this domain and usher in new groundbreaking and physics-inspired ideas in AI. FAIR4HEP is a joint DOE-funded venture between UIUC, MIT, UMN, and UCSD. The goal of the multi-institution and interdisciplinary project is to curate data sources from HEP, develop software frameworks to automatically train, evaluate, and compare benchmark AI models for charged particle tracking, Higgs boson identification, detector calibration, event reconstruction, and more, and publish sharable AI models and data following FAIR principles. The successful candidate is expected to take a leading role in these efforts as well as in the CMS experiment. The postdoctoral researcher will be affiliated with UCSD and mentored by Prof. Javier Duarte, but is encouraged to collaborate with all partner institutions. The CMS group at UCSD is involved in developing machine learning algorithms for event reconstruction like the particle-flow algorithm, creating tools, like hls4ml, for fast inference of neural networks in FPGAs and other heterogeneous computing resources with applications to the Level-1 trigger, and searches for exotic long-lived particles and measurements of high-transverse-momentum Higgs boson decays. The candidate will have the opportunity to join and lead these efforts. Ambitious applicants from diverse backgrounds and are encouraged to apply. A PhD in physics, statistics, computer science, machine learning, data science, or related fields is required. Prior experience in software development and machine learning is advantageous, but not essential. Complete applications should be sent to duarte-pd-recruit[AT]physics.ucsd.edu and must include - Cover letter (no more than 1 page); - CV (1-2 pages recommended, but longer accepted); - Statement of research interests (no more than 2 pages); - List of publications; - Three reference letters. The deadline for the receipt of the application is December 1, but the search will continue until the position is filled. UCSD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoctoral position in high energy theory, Lyon, France ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17682 Deadline: 2020-12-14 Location: Lyon, France Additional Information: https://www.universite-lyon.fr/research/the-investments-for-the-future-prog… Contact: henning.samtleben[AT]ens-lyon.fr The Physics Laboratory at Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon (LPENSL) and the Institut de Physique des Deux Infinies (IP2I), are seeking applications for a joint postdoctoral fellow position in theoretical high energy physics, financed by the LabEx "Institut des origines de Lyon (LIO)". The position will involve studies of models in string theory and quantum gravity including, but not limited to, topics such as holography and AdS/CFT, supergravity, string/M-theory and matrix models. The appointment is for two years. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree in physics by start date, and have research experience in theoretical high energy physics. The application should include a curriculum vitae, a research statement and three reference letters sent separately. All documents should be sent by email to the following address: lio-postdoc-search.physique[AT]ens-lyon.fr Research applications will start being reviewed on December 14, until the position is filled. The theoretical physics research activities of the LPENSL and IP2I groups cover a large range of subjects in quantum gravity, string/M-theory and supergravity. More information can be found at: https://www.ip2i.in2p3.fr/teams/theory/?lang=en#ancre-FORM-TH-PHYS http://www.ens-lyon.fr/PHYSIQUE/teams/physique-theorique/research-topics/ma… http://www.ens-lyon.fr/PHYSIQUE/teams/physique-theorique/research-topics/ma… +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. 3-year postdoc position in Qubits and Spacetime Unit, Okinawa, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17684 Deadline: 2020-11-15 Location: Okinawa, Japan Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17513 Contact: quast.oist[AT]gmail.com One 3-year postdoctoral position will become available in September 2021 in the Qubits and Spacetime Unit at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (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 studying dynamics and observables in a diffeomorphism-invariant context, using quantum reference systems to explore a quantum version of general covariance, equilibrium and non-equilibrium spacetime thermodynamics, the interplay of quantum correlations and spacetime geometry, entanglement in gauge systems, as well as the emergence of classicality from within quantum theory, especially in the presence of chaos. For further information on some of these topics, see https://groups.oist.jp/quast. Candidates with an interest in any of these or related topics are encouraged to apply. OIST currently harbors three further units in quantum gravity or related topics in mathematical physics, headed by Shinobu Hikami, Yasha Neiman and Reiko Toriumi. Furthermore, the institute regularly hosts international workshops, seminars and visitors in this area, 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 2021 Term and Working hours: Full-time, fixed term appointment for 3 years. 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/17513 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 - 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 December 15th, 2020 The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST; see 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/). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. PhD Position - Gravitational Wave Probes of Dark Matter, Frankfurt, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17691 Deadline: 2020-12-06 Location: Frankfurt, Germany Additional Information: https://inspirehep.net/jobs/1830700 Contact: sagunski[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de The Institute of Theoretical Physics at Faculty of Physics at Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany, invites applications for a PHD STUDENT POSITION (all genders welcome) (E13 TV-G-U, 65%-part-time) at the interface of theoretical gravitational wave physics, particle physics and cosmology, with a starting date as soon as possible. The duration of the position is limited to 3 years. The salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement (TV-G-U) applicable to Goethe University. The position is funded by the DFG Collaborative Research Center CRC-TR 211 "Strong-interaction matter under extreme conditions". The salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement (TV-G-U) applicable to Goethe University. JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will join the newly set-up group of Prof. Dr. Laura Sagunski and pursue cutting-edge research at the interface of gravitational wave physics, particle physics and cosmology to explore the particle nature of dark matter with gravitational waves. Possible topics include for example exploring dark matter effects on gravitational wave signals from binary mergers (dark matter density spikes, dark fifth forces) or gravitational waves from phase transitions in the Early Universe in extensions of the Standard Model of particle physics. The prospective candidate will closely interact with the other members of the CRC-TR 211 and the Astrophysics Groups at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and at the Frankfurt Institute of Advanced Studies (FIAS). QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in physics or astrophysics, a strong background in theoretical gravitational wave physics, particle physics and/or cosmology, and solid knowledge of at least on programming language (Python, C++). Experience with general-relativistic numerical simulations is of advantage but not a prerequisite. APPLICATION MATERIAL AND DEADLINE: Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a short research summary and out-look, and a copy of the Master's certificate, should be sent electronically to: Mrs Astrid Steidl (steidl(a)itp.uni-frankfurt.de) and CC-ed to sagunski[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de Applicants should also arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the e-mail addresses above. The application deadline is Dec 06, 2020. Goethe University is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the number of women in research and teaching. Qualified female researchers are therefore especially encouraged to apply. Severely handicapped applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration. We prioritize diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral Position in Artificial Intelligence and High Energy Physics, Urbana, Illinois, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17692 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Urbana, Illinois, USA Additional Information: https://ai.ncsa.illinois.edu/news-events/2020/10/postdoctoral-researcher/ Contact: ai[AT]ncsa.illinois.edu The NCSA Center for Artificial Intelligence Innovation and the High Energy Physics Group in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) invite applications for the position of postdoctoral researcher. The selected candidate will be mentored by an interdisciplinary team of researchers - Eliu Huerta, Daniel S. Katz, Vlad Kindratenko, Mark Neubauer, and Zhizhen Zhao - at the interface of physics, artificial intelligence (AI), computer and information science, open science, and scientific software and data to lead the definition and implementation of findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR) principles to artificial AI models and data in the context of high energy physics. FAIR4HEP is a joint DOE-funded venture between UIUC, MIT, UMN, and UCSD. The postdoctoral researcher is encouraged to collaborate with all partner institutions. At the University of Illinois the selected candidate will lead research activities towards making data and models available, around the definition and implementation of FAIR principles for data and models, and the combination of accelerated computing and scientific visualization to identify novel connections between data and models. Available resources for this work include the Hardware Accelerated Learning deep learning cluster, the Delta supercomputer, and multiple visualization teams at NCSA. The selected candidate will be encouraged to participate in internship opportunities offered by Fortune 50 companies affiliated with the NCSA Industry program. The University of Illinois is a member of the ATLAS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider. Our ATLAS group contributed to the Higgs boson discovery and is actively pursuing discovery of new physics through analysis of LHC data. This pursuit includes the development and application of AI-based tools that seek to maximize our discovery potential. The successful candidate is expected to strengthen our efforts by leading the implementation of FAIR principles for HEP data and AI models that connect strongly to our ATLAS analysis efforts and broadly impact the potential for discovery in particle physics. Ambitious applicants from diverse backgrounds and minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. A PhD in physics, statistics, computer science, machine learning, data science, or related fields is required. Prior experience in software development and machine learning is advantageous, but not essential. Submit your application to ai[AT]ncsa.illinois.edu. Complete applications must include: Cover letter (no more than 1 page); CV (1-2 pages recommended, but longer accepted); Statement of research interests (no more than 2 pages); List of publications; Three reference letters. The deadline for the receipt of the application is December 1, 2020, but the search will continue until the position is filled. The University of Illinois is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. Postdoctoral Researcher in gravitational wave data analysis and searches, Utrecht, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17698 Deadline: 2021-01-03 Location: Utrecht, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.uu.nl/en/organisation/working-at-utrecht-university/jobs/postdo… Contact: s.e.caudill[AT]uu.nl Job Description The Institute for Gravitational and Subatomic Physics (GRASP) at Utrecht University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in gravitational-wave data analysis and searches. As the successful candidate you will work in the gravitational waves group of Dr Sarah Caudill and Professor Chris Van Den Broeck, on gravitational wave observations of coalescing binary neutron stars and black holes, with a view on the effects of precession and higher-order modes. You will be a member of the Virgo Collaboration, which together with the LIGO Scientific Collaboration jointly analyses all data from the LIGO and Virgo interferometers. The group is also part of the LISA Consortium, and has been heavily involved in developing the science case for third-generation gravitational wave detectors such as Cosmic Explorer and Einstein Telescope. Qualifications Our successful candidate is ambitious and: * holds a PhD degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field; * has a background in programming and preferably some research experience; * has scientific writing skills; * has English collaboration and communication skills; * has the motivation to work in a multidisciplinary, international research team. Offer * a full-time position for 3 years; * a full-time gross salary ranging from EUR 2,790 to EUR 4,402 in scale 10; * benefits including 8% holiday bonus and 8.3% end-of-year bonus; * a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment conditions based on the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities (cao). In addition to the employment conditions laid down in the cao for Dutch Universities, Utrecht University has a number of its own arrangements. For example, there are agreements on professional development, leave arrangements and sports. We also give you the opportunity to expand your terms of employment yourself via the Employment Conditions Selection Model. This is how we like to encourage you to continue to grow. About the organisation The gravitational waves group at the Institute for Gravitational and Subatomic Physics (GRASP) currently consists of about 20 Researchers (senior Scientists, Postdocs, and PhD students), and is expected to expand further in the near future. The group brings together gravitational wave and particle physicists in an effort to study the strong nuclear force using a variety of observational and experimental channels, including gravitational wave measurements with the Virgo and LIGO detectors, multi-messenger astronomy, and heavy ion collisions in the Large Hadron Collider. We also have strong ties with Utrecht University's Institute for Theoretical Physics (e.g. through Dr Tanja Hinderer, Dr Elisa Chisari, and Dr Umut Gursoy), as well as with Nikhef, the National Institute for Subatomic Physics in Amsterdam, and there is vibrant collaboration with Researchers in the Netherlands and around the world. At the Faculty of Science there are 6 departments to make a fundamental connection with: Biology, Chemistry, Information and Computing Sciences, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Physics. Each of these is made up of distinct institutes which work together to focus on answering some of humanity's most pressing problems. More fundamental still are the individual research groups - the building blocks of our ambitious scientific projects. Utrecht University is a friendly and ambitious university at the heart of an ancient city. We love to welcome new scientists to our city - a thriving cultural hub that is consistently rated as one of the world's happiest cities. We are renowned for our innovative interdisciplinary research and our emphasis on inspirational research and excellent education. We are equally well-known for our familiar atmosphere and the can-do mentality of our people. This lively and inspiring academic environment attracts Professors, Researchers and PhD candidates from all over the globe, making both the university and the Faculty of Science a vibrant international community and wonderfully diverse. Additional information If you have any questions, please contact Dr Sarah Caudill (s.e.caudill[AT]uu.nl). Do you have a question about the application procedure? Please send an email to science.recruitment[AT]uu.nl Apply Everyone deserves to feel at home at our university. We welcome employees with a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If you have the expertise and the experience to excel in this role, then simply respond via the "Apply now" button at the url! Please enclose: * your letter of motivation; * your curriculum vitae; * the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least two references. If this specific opportunity isn't for you, but you know someone who may be interested, please forward the link to them. Please note: Due to the current situation regarding the Corona virus (COVID-19) the process of selection and interviews is subject to change. Initial interviews will most likely be conducted online. Some connections are fundamental - Be one of them The application deadline is 3 January 2021. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. postdoc in the Astroparticle Physics group at SISSA, Trieste, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/24/postdoc-in-the-astroparticle… Deadline: 2020-12-19 Location: Trieste, Italy Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17595 Contact: barausse[AT]sissa.it The Astroparticle Physics group at SISSA in Trieste, Italy, invites applications for a postdoctoral research position to start in the Fall of 2021. The position is for two years, with a possible extension to a third year. Applications in the area of Cosmology, Gravitation Theory, Quantum Gravity Phenomenology, Particle Astrophysics and Phenomenology, and Neutrino Physics will be considered. SISSA (http://www.sissa.it/) promotes its activity within an international environment and in contact with the other institutions in the Trieste area. In particular, the postdoc will participate to the activities of the Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe (https://www.ifpu.it/), a new joint initiative of SISSA, the Abdus Salam International Center for Theoretical Physics (http://www.ictp.it/), INAF - Observatory of Trieste (http://www.oats.inaf.it/index.php/en/) and INFN - Trieste (https://www.ts.infn.it/en/). More information on the Astroparticle Physics group can be found here: http://www.sissa.it/app/. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Postdocs at the Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe, Trieste, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/24/postdocs-at-the-institute-fo… Deadline: 2020-12-15 Location: Trieste, Italy Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17577 Contact: barausse[AT]sissa.it The Institute for Fundamental Physics of the Universe (IFPU, www.ifpu.it/), Trieste, Italy, invites applications for several postdoctoral research positions to start in the Fall of 2021. The positions are for two years, with a possible extension to a third year. The research fields supported by the Institute are connected to the areas of: astroparticle physics, astrophysical probes of fundamental interactions, early Universe, gravitational wave astrophysics, structures in the Universe, theory and phenomenology of gravity. IFPU is a newly born institute, having started its activities in the academic year 2018-2019. It is a joint initiative of International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA, www.sissa.it/ap/ and www.sissa.it/app/), the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), the National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF; Observatory of Trieste) and the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN; Trieste Section). The Institute aims at hosting and promoting a vigorous and innovative multi-disciplinary research program focused on investigating the fundamental laws of Nature under a Cosmological and Astrophysical perspective. Postdocs at IFPU work in close connections with staff members from the supporting institutions - about 30 researches in total - and also benefit from the extended visitor and research programs the Institute is hosting. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2020 and continue until the positions are filled. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Post-doctoral position in Gravitational Wave data analysis, Louvain, Belgium ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/25/post-doctoral-position-in-gr… Deadline: 2021-01-10 Location: Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium Additional Information: https://cp3.irmp.ucl.ac.be/jobs/65 Contact: Giacomo.Bruno[AT]uclouvain.be The gravitational wave (GW) group of the University of Louvain (UCLouvain, Belgium), hosted at the Research Institute in Mathematics and Physics (IRMP, https://uclouvain.be/en/research-institutes/irmp/), is searching for an outstanding post-doctoral researcher to strengthen its data analysis activities related to the search for a stochastic gravitational wave background (SGWB). The IRMP physicists of UCLouvain conduct research in fundamental interactions and cosmology on the experimental and theoretical fronts. More than 100 physicists and mathematicians from all over the world currently work at the IRMP. The UCLouvain GW group is part of the Virgo Collaboration at the European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) and is active in searches for ultra-light dark matter, primordial black holes and an anisotropic SGWB. These searches are being performed in collaboration with theory specialists and make use of the IRMP computing center (2500 cores and 1400 TB), which is shared with LHC experiments and projects in theoretical particle physics and cosmology. The UCLouvain GW group is also involved in an instrumentation project for Virgo (exploitation of phase cameras) and participates in two research and development facilities, E-TEST and ETPF, funded by the EU through its Interreg Europe programme, aiming to prepare the EinsteinTelescope, which could be built at the frontier between Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany and start operations in the years 2030's. The selected candidate is expected to take a leading role in the data analyses carried out within the LIGO and Virgo SGWB group and make a bridge with the theorists working on models predicting specifc SGWB signatures. A secondary involvement in the other activities of the UCLouvain GW group (instrumentation for instance) can be discussed. The appointment is initially available for two years, and could possibly be extended to 3 years subject to availability of funds, which is expected at this time, and mutual satisfaction. Computing resources and support for travelling are excellent. Applications including a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a brief statement of research interests and at least two recommendation letters from senior scientists should be submitted on-line, by 10 January 2020, at: https://cp3.irmp.ucl.ac.be/jobs/65 For more information, please, contact Giacomo Bruno (Giacomo.Bruno[AT]uclouvain.be) (data analysis) Christophe Ringeval (Christophe.Ringeval[AT]uclouvain.be) (theory) Joris Van Heijningen (Joris.Vanheijningen[AT]uclouvain.be) (instrumentation) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. ERC-funded postdoc position(s) in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/27/erc-funded-postdoc-positions… Deadline: 2021-01-31 Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany Additional Information: https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/ Contact: rezzolla[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de The group of Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics in Frankfurt invites applications for one or more postdoctoral positions in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics. The position(s) is funded by the ERC Advanced Grant "JETSET" and will be part of a large-scale, long-term effort to study the dynamics of relativistic jets on different scales and physical regimes. Candidates should have a PhD in astrophysics, physics or applied mathematics. Knowledge and experience in modelling - either analytically or numerically - the electrodynamics of black holes is seen as a prerequisite. The successful applicant(s) will be part of an international research group at the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Frankfurt, Germany. Interests of the group span from the modelling of the physics of neutron stars and black holes, to fundamental issues in gravitational physics (https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/). Frankfurt am Main is a lively and international city, and Europe's financial center. The application should comprise a CV, a publication list, and a research summary and proposal. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the address below. Applications will have to be sent by 31.01.2021 for full consideration, but the search will remain open till the optimal candidate(s) is found. The position is initially for two years and can be extended - depending on successful performance and availability of funds. The expected starting date is 01.10.2021, but later appointments can be negotiated. Applications should be made electronically and sent to: Fr. Astrid Steidl: steidl[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de and to CC-ed to rezzolla[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de Goethe University is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the number of women in research and teaching. Qualified female researchers are therefore especially encouraged to apply. Severely handicapped applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration. We prioritize diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. ERC-funded PhD position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/27/erc-funded-phd-position-in-r… Deadline: 2020-01-31 Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany Additional Information: https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/ Contact: rezzolla[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de The group of Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics in Frankfurt invites applications for one PhD position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics. The position is funded by the ERC Advanced Grant "JETSET" and will be part of a large-scale, long-term effort to study the dynamics of relativistic jets on different scales and physical regimes. Candidates should have a MSc degree in astrophysics, physics or applied mathematics. Candidates with knowledge and experience in modelling the electromagnetic emission from short GRBs will be particularly favoured. Research experience with simulations in numerical relativity, relativistic hydrodynamics and MHD is seen as an important advantage. The successful applicant will be part of an international research group at the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Frankfurt, Germany. Interests of the group span from the modelling of the physics of neutron stars and black holes, to fundamental issues in gravitational physics (https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/). Frankfurt am Main is a lively and international city, and Europe's financial center. The application should comprise a CV, a publication list, and a research summary and proposal. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the address below. Applications will have to be sent by 31.01.2021 for full consideration, but the search will remain open till the optimal candidate(s) is found. The position is for three years and can be extended if necessary. The expected starting date is 01.10.2021, but later appointments can be negotiated. Applications should be made electronically and sent to: Fr. Astrid Steidl: steidl[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de and to CC-ed to rezzolla[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de Goethe University is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the number of women in research and teaching. Qualified female researchers are therefore especially encouraged to apply. Severely handicapped applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration. We prioritize diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Postdoc opportunity on gravitational wave physics, Valencia, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20576 Deadline: 2020-12-23 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: http://innova.gva.es/es/web/ciencia/a-programa-i-d-i1 Contact: j.antonio.font[AT]uv.es The Virgo Group at the University of Valencia (VVG) welcomes applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in Gravitational Wave Physics within the framework of the "Program for the promotion of scientific research, technological development, and innovation" from the Valencian Research Agency. http://innova.gva.es/es/web/ciencia/a-programa-i-d-i1 Candidates are required to have a PhD degree (obtained after January 1st, 2016) and an excellent CV. A gross salary of 35.000 euros per year is anticipated. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact j.antonio.font[AT]uv.es. The application deadline is December 23rd, 2020. VVG website: https://www.uv.es/virgogroup/index.html +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Postdoc position in theoretical physics, Tartu, Estonia ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/28/postdoc-position-in-theoreti… Deadline: 2021-01-04 Location: Tartu, Estonia Additional Information: http://geomgrav.fi.ut.ee/jobs/ Contact: geomgrav[AT]ut.ee The Laboratory of Theoretical Physics at the Institute of Physics of the University of Tartu, Estonia is looking for candidates to apply for a 2-year postdoctoral position. The research focus lies on: - mathematical foundations of gravity, - modifications to the geometry of spacetime, - gravity theories based on Finsler, Cartan, Weizenboeck or Riemann-Cartan geometry, - gravity theories including multiple metrics, - gravity theories including torsion, - (multi-)scalar-tensor and related gravity theories, - phenomenology of modified gravity, including gravitational waves, black holes, galaxies, - cosmological aspects of modified gravity, - relativistic quantum information, aiming at including gravity by employing quantum field theory on curved spacetime, - nonlocality in quantum field theories, - effective approaches for heavy quark physics. The position depends on external funding and the applications will be processed in two stages. In the first stage, all applications will be reviewed by the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics at the University of Tartu. Then the selected candidates and the University of Tartu will apply for funding. The final decision on the funding will be made by the respective agencies. The position will be held in conjunction with the Estonian centre of excellence in research "The Dark Side of the Universe" (TK133) and the grant "Gauge gravity: unification, extensions and phenomenology" (PRG356), as well as aligned with the COST Action "Quantum Gravity Phenomenology in the multi-messenger approach" (QGMM). The postdoctoral grant is expected to amount to 51000 EUR per year (40800 EUR direct research costs and 10200 EUR overhead for the host institution). Applicants must have a PhD degree or equivalent, awarded not earlier than 01 February 2016, and not later than 31 August 2021. Applications for the postdoctoral position must include: - curriculum vitae, - diploma of PhD degree or equivalent, - research proposal of up to five pages, - list of publications, - two letters of recommendation (to be sent separately). The deadline for the postdoctoral application is Monday, 04 January 2021, 05:59 GMT. All applications for the aforementioned position must be submitted electronically via the form on the linked homepage. All documents from the applicant, except for the recommendation letters, must be combined into a single PDF file of at most 8 MB size. The recommendation letters must be uploaded separately, and also in the PDF format. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Postdoc position in gravitational wave astrophysics, Guelph, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=20584 Deadline: 2021-01-15 Location: Guelph, Canada Additional Information: https://www.physics.uoguelph.ca/astrophysics-and-gravitation Contact: hyang10[AT]uoguelph.ca The Astrophysics and Gravitation group at the University of Guelph invites applicants for a two-year postdoctoral position in gravitational-wave astrophysics. This position is supported by the NSERC fund of Canada. Candidates should have a PhD in physics - preference will be given to applicants with research experience in black hole astrophysics, compact-object dynamics, and/or gravitational-wave data analysis. The successful applicant will be a part of the strong-gravity research group at the University of Guelph and the Perimeter Institute. The applicant will have opportunities to interact with local researchers such as Dr. East, Dr. Lehner, Dr. Poisson, Dr. Siegel, Dr. Yang, etc., and help group efforts in international collaboration(s) such as the LISA Consortium. The application should comprise a CV, a publication list, a research statement, and two reference letters. All application material should be sent to hyang10[at]uoguelph.ca. The application deadline is January 15, 2021. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.15. Dennis Sciama Research Fellow in Cosmology at Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation, Portsmouth, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/30/dennis-sciama-research-fello… Deadline: 2020-12-23 Location: Portsmouth, UK Additional Information: http://www.icg.port.ac.uk/ Contact: icg-recruitment[AT]port.ac.uk We announce our seventh Dennis Sciama Postdoctoral Research Fellowship competition at the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) at the University of Portsmouth aimed at promising early-career researchers in cosmology. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in research, complementing and extending the existing ICG research interests and expertise. Over the course of the fellowship, they will be expected to develop their own programme of research and innovation, and help attract external funding to the ICG. The ICG consists of 17 academic staff, 17 postdoctoral researchers and around 30 PhD students, and has an active international visitors programme. Portsmouth is a member of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS), the Dark Energy Survey (DES), the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST), the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), ESA's Euclid satellite mission, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), the Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory (LIGO), the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA), the Gravitational Wave Optical Transient Observer (GOTO), and other international collaborations. The University of Portsmouth is a member of the South-East Physics Network (SEPnet) and hosts the 3704-core SCIAMA supercomputer. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but applications are particularly encouraged from traditionally under-represented groups in science. We are happy to consider applications from candidates wishing to work part-time, job-share or who wish to work flexibly. The University of Portsmouth and the ICG hold Athena SWAN Bronze awards; we are committed to developing organisational and cultural practices that promote diversity and equality and create a better working environment for women and men. Applications (application form, CV, publication list and research proposal for the fellowship) should be submitted by the closing date via the online application system. Applicants should also arrange for three reference letters to be sent to arrive by the same date. We expect the fellowship to start 1st October 2021 or as close to that date as feasible. All applications for this position will be processed and conducted in compliance with UK legislation relevant at that time. Applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. As we are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this area. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. SageMath 9.2 is out ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/03/sagemath-9-2-is-out/ Additional Information: https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/ SageMath 9.2 has been released on 24 October. The Linux and macOS binaries are available at https://www.sagemath.org/download.html. Those for Windows should follow soon, as well as Docker images. SageMath 9.2 is also available online at https://cocalc.com. Regarding calculus on manifolds, SageMath 9.2 introduces new features: - orientation of manifolds and vector bundles - dot_product(), cross_product() and norm() can be now be used for vector fields defined along a curve in a pseudo-Riemannian manifold - action of a bundle connection on sections - Greek letters (and more generally Unicode characters) are now allowed in index notation for tensors - diff(f) can be used to get the exterior derivative of a differential form f - various code improvements and bug fixes See https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/changelog.html for details and examples. SageMath is a free computer algebra system based on Python, with some differential geometry and tensor calculus capabilities See https://sagemanifolds.obspm.fr/examples.html for examples of use, in particular in the context of general relativity. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. GRG Collection and Living Review on "Binary neutron star mergers" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/23/grg-topical-collection-binar… Additional Information: https://link.springer.com/journal/10714/topicalCollection/AC_9a60abfc79f3d0… The journal General Relativity and Gravitation is publishing an ongoing Topical Collection "Binary Neutron Star Mergers". These recent additions deserve special attention: Katerina Chatziioannou. Neutron-star tidal deformability and equation-of-state constraints. Gen Relativ Gravit 52, 109 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10714-020-02754-3 https://rdcu.be/cbbk5 Sebastiano Bernuzzi. Neutron star merger remnants. Gen Relativ Gravit 52, 108 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10714-020-02752-5 Read also this related publication: Eric Burns. Neutron star mergers and how to study them. Living Rev Relativ 23, 4 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41114-020-00028-7 GRG welcomes contributed submissions to be included as original research articles in this collection. Authors are invited to submit through the website https://www.editorialmanager.com/gerg/. Please indicate that your manuscript is intended for inclusion in the special issue "T.C. : BNS mergers". ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Experimental Results - New Open Access Journal ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/26/experimental-results-new-ope… Additional Information: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/experimental-results Experimental Results is an innovative new open access journal from Cambridge University Press that provides researchers with a venue to publish all experimental findings. Publication of valid scientific results as short papers, regardless of their outcome, enables the journal to fundamentally address the growing issues of reproducibility and duplication in the scientific community. Young researchers are invited to submit their contributions (even though only incremental) to experiments and collaborations in gravitational physics. The journal is now open for submissions, find out more at cambridge.org/exp and twitter.com/ExpResults ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. The Twenty-First Release of the Einstein Toolkit ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/30/the-twenty-first-release-of-… Additional Information: http://einsteintoolkit.org/about/releases/ET_2020_11_announcement.html Release Announcement We are pleased to announce the twenty-first release (code name "DeWitt-Morette") of the Einstein Toolkit, an open-source, community developed software infrastructure for relativistic astrophysics. The highlights of this release are: * This release includes NRPyPN, a Python code to compute initial data parameters for binary black hole simulations. * Lean_Public supports curvilinear coordinates provided by Llama. * The include style ("old") Tmunu interface using thorn ADMCoupling has been removed. One new thorn has been added: * ReadInterpolate, a FileReader like thorn that uses InterolateLocalUniform to interpolate the data read in onto the new grid. In addition, bug fixes accumulated since the previous release in May 2020 have been included. The Einstein Toolkit is a collection of software components and tools for simulating and analyzing general relativistic astrophysical systems that builds on numerous software efforts in the numerical relativity community including code to compute initial data parameters, the spacetime evolution codes Baikal, lean_public, and McLachlan, analysis codes to compute horizon characteristics and gravitational waves, the Carpet AMR infrastructure, and the relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics codes GRHydro and IllinoisGRMHD. The Einstein Toolkit also contains a 1D self-force code. For parts of the toolkit, the Cactus Framework is used as the underlying computational infrastructure providing large-scale parallelization, general computational components, and a model for collaborative, portable code development. The Einstein Toolkit uses a distributed software model and its different modules are developed, distributed, and supported either by the core team of Einstein Toolkit Maintainers, or by individual groups. Where modules are provided by external groups, the Einstein Toolkit Maintainers provide quality control for modules for inclusion in the toolkit and help coordinate support. The Einstein Toolkit Maintainers currently involve staff and faculty from five different institutions, and host weekly meetings that are open for anyone to join. Guiding principles for the design and implementation of the toolkit include: open, community-driven software development; well thought-out and stable interfaces; separation of physics software from computational science infrastructure; provision of complete working production code; training and education for a new generation of researchers. For more information about using or contributing to the Einstein Toolkit, or to join the Einstein Toolkit Consortium, please visit our web pages at http://einsteintoolkit.org, or contact the users mailing list users[AT]einsteintoolkit.org. The Einstein Toolkit is primarily supported by NSF 2004157/2004044/2004311/2004879/2003893 (Enabling fundamental research in the era of multi-messenger astrophysics). Roland Haas, Steven R. Brandt, Rahime Matur, Beyhan Karakas, William E. Gabella, Miguel Gracia November, 2020 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Virtual Iberian Gravitational Wave Meeting 1.2. Island Hopping 2020: from Wormholes to Averages, CERN, virtual 1.3. SIGRAV International School 2021: Gravity of Compact Astrophysical Objects and Gravitational Waves, Vietri sul Mare, Italy 1.4. Mathematical and Computational Approaches for the Einstein Field Equations with Matter Fields (online) 1.5. Statistical Methods for the Detection, Classification, and Inference of Relativistic Objects (online) 1.6. XIII Black Holes Workshop: Celebrating the Nobel Prize 2020 for black holes, Lisbon, Portugal 1.7. 31st xmeeting of the Indian Association for General Relativity and Gravitation (IAGRG; online) 1.8. Special Session of the Chalonge-de Vega School 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoc positions in Strong Gravity/Gravitational Waves/Relativistic Astrophysics, Perimeter Institute, Canada 2.2. PhD position in gravitational-wave probes of cosmology and particle physics, Utrecht, The Netherlands 2.3. Joint PhD Position in Neutron Star/Gravitational Wave Physics, Coimbra (Portugal) and Potsdam (Germany) 2.4. Postdoc positions in Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astrophysics, AEI, Potsdam, German 2.5. Postdoc position in gravity, gravitational waves and cosmology at USTC, Hefei, China 2.6. PhD project on the equation of state for compact objects, Coimbra, Portugal 2.7. Postdoc job openings at Center of Astronomy and Gravitation, Taipei, Taiwan 2.8. Junior Researcher position on the neutron star equation state, Coimbra, Portugal 2.9. Two PhD studentships in gravitational wave data analysis and phenomenology, Utrecht, The Netherlands 2.10. PhD studentship in gravitational waves and cosmology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands 2.11. Postdoc position in theoretical Multi-Messenger Astrophysics, Stockholm, Sweden 2.12. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theoretical Astrophysics, Urbana-Champaign, USA 2.13. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics, Kyoto, Japan 2.14. Several PhD positions in Gravitational-Wave Astronomy at the Max-Planck Insitute for Gravitational Physics, Potsdam, Germany 2.15. Postdoctoral position in Gravity, Quantum Geometry and Field Theory, Okinawa, Japan 2.16. Postdoc position in Quantum Gravity, Odense, Denmark 2.17. PhD positions in MMA at DESY and WIS, Germany or Israel 2.18. Postdoctoral and tenure track positions in gravitational wave physics at UIB, Spain 2.19. PhD positions: theory and observations, Prague, Czech Republic 3. News 3.1. Special Issue Women Physicists in Astrophysics and Cosmology 3.2. Nominations for the 2021 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize are now open 3.3. News from the Chalonge - de Vega School ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Virtual Iberian Gravitational Wave Meeting --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17565 Starting: 2020-10-19 to 2020-10-20 Location: Virtual Additional Information: https://indico.ifae.es/event/885/ Contact: pablo.cerda[AT]uv.es We would like to announce the Virtual Iberian Gravitational Wave Meeting, which will take place 19-20 Oct. 2020. The Iberian Gravitational Waves Meeting is an international conference set up yearly since 2011 by different groups around the Iberian Peninsula with interests in Gravitational Waves. This year, the regular meeting, that was taking place last May in Valencia, had to be cancelled due to the covid pandemic. To fill the gap of this year we are organising a Virtual Iberian Gravitational Waves Meeting. The two-day meeting is a reduced version that will include three invited speakers and a series of short talks describing the activities of the different groups working in gravitational waves in Spain and Portugal. The GW community in Spain and Portugal has been growing very fast and there are many new groups starting to take interest into GWs. The idea of these group talks is to meet each other and find points in common that could lead to new collaborations, synergies and funding opportunities. The conference will also host the meeting of the REDONGRA network. The meeting will take place virtually. Instructions to connect to the meeting will be communicated to those registered participants before the meeting. * Invited speakers: - Michela Mapelli, University of Padova - Tsvi Piran, Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Xavier Siemens, Oregon State University * Organising committee: Pablo Cerda-Duran (University of Valencia), Sascha Husa (University of the Balearic Islands), Mario Martinez (Institute for high Energy Physics (IFAE)), M. Angeles Perez-Garcia (University of Salamanca) and Carlos Sopuerta (Institute of Space Sciences (ICE-CSIC)) You can find more information about the meeting at the web page. We are looking forward to having you at the meeting. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Island Hopping 2020: from Wormholes to Averages, CERN, virtual --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17569 Starting: 2020-11-16 to 2020-11-20 Location: CERN, virtual Additional Information: https://indico.cern.ch/event/960097/ Contact: a.belin[AT]cern.ch Welcome to Island Hopping 2020, a workshop that will be held entirely virtually! The focus will be on recent developments around the information paradox, quantum extremal surfaces and islands, generalized entropies, the Euclidean path integral in quantum gravity and the importance of spacetime wormholes, as well as the role of ensemble averages in holography. It will be held from November 16-20 2020. Confirmed Speakers: Ahmed Almheiri - Raphael Bousso - Jan de Boer - Steve Giddings - Daniel Harlow - Tom Hartman - Alex Maloney - Juan Maldacena - Henry Maxfield - Geoff Penington - Suvrat Raju - Edgar Shaghoulian - Julian Sonner - Douglas Stanford - James Sully - Mark Van Raamsdonk - Ying Zhao - more to be announced Organizers: A. Belin, N. Engelhardt, R. Myers Conference website: https://indico.cern.ch/event/960097/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. SIGRAV International School 2021: Gravity of Compact Astrophysical Objects and Gravitational Waves, Vietri sul Mare, Italy --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17572 Starting: 2021-02-01 to 2021-02-05 Location: Vietri sul Mare, Italy Additional Information: https://agenda.infn.it/event/23750/ Contact: fulvio.ricci[AT]roma1.infn.it The school, organised by the Italian Society of General Relativity and Gravitation (SIGRAV) in February 2021, aims at providing robust and deep knowledge of Physics and Astrophysics of the compact objects in the context of General Relativity and its possible modifications. The school will include courses devoted to the detection and the analysis of the Gravitational Wave signals emitted by these objects from the nano to kiloHertz frequency bandwidth. The following courses will be offered: - Physics of compact objects within the framework of GR and beyond -- Prof. L. Gualtieri (Roma Sapienza) - Observational Methods based on the detection of Gravitational Waves -- Dr. A. Sesana (Milano Bicocca) - Data analysis and General Relativity tests -- Prof. W. Del Pozzo (Universita' Pisa) - Multimessanger Astronomy with Gravitational Waves and Electromagnetic Signals -- Prof. M. Branchesi (GSSI) For further informations see the school's web page: https://agenda.infn.it/event/23750/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Mathematical and Computational Approaches for the Einstein Field Equations with Matter Fields (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/19/mathematical-and-computation… Starting: 2020-10-26 to 2020-10-30 Location: Online Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/w3/ Contact: sfield[AT]umassd.edu We would like to invite you to the second workshop as part of the semester-long program "Advances in Computational Relativity". This third workshop will focus on theoretical and computational approaches to solving the Einstein field equations (the master equation of general relativity: a nonlinear, coupled, hyperbolic-elliptic PDE system) with (fluid) matter field sources, as typical of binary neutron stars and supernovae. Simulations of these systems are targets of interest to both LIGO and telescopes such as Hubble, Fermi, and CHANDRA. In this workshop, special attention will be given to the governing equations of relativistic (magneto-)hydrodynamics and multi-scale, multi-physics modeling challenges. The workshop will feature talks from physics, (applied) mathematics, and astrophysics communities as well as topical panel discussions. Due to COVID-19, this workshop will be held online. Please apply using the link "Apply with Cube" at the workshop website if you would like to participate in this workshop. Program Organizing Committee: Stefanos Aretakis, University of Toronto Manuela Campanelli, Rochester Institute of Technology Scott Field, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Jan Hesthaven, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne Gaurav Khanna, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Luis Lehner, Perimeter Institute Steven Liebling, Long Island University Jared Speck, Vanderbilt University +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Statistical Methods for the Detection, Classification, and Inference of Relativistic Objects (online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/19/statistical-methods-for-the-… Starting: 2020-11-16 to 2020-11-20 Location: Online Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/w4/ Contact: sfield[AT]umassd.edu We would like to invite you to the fourth workshop as part of the semester-long program "Advances in Computational Relativity". This fourth workshop will focus on data analysis strategies for comparing model predictions to data. Special attention will be placed on comparing solutions to the Einstein field equations (as in workshops 2 and 3) with data collected from gravitational-wave detectors or telescopes. The workshop will include (but will not be limited to) coverage of topics involving reduced-order models, surrogate models, machine learning, UQ, and Bayesian techniques. The workshop will feature talks from physics, (applied) mathematics, and statistics communities as well as panel discussions and/or tutorials. Due to COVID-19, this workshop will be held online. Please apply using the link "Apply with Cube" at the workshop website if you would like to participate in this workshop. Program Organizing Committee: Sara Algeri, University of Minnesota Sarah Caudill, Nikhef Katerina Chatziioannou, Caltech Alessandra Corsi, Texas Tech University Scott Field, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Jonathan Gair, Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics Jae-Hun Jung, POSTECH Gaurav Khanna, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.6. XIII Black Holes Workshop: Celebrating the Nobel Prize 2020 for black holes, Lisbon, Portugal --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/20/xiii-black-holes-workshop-ce… Starting: 2020-12-21 to 2020-12-22 Location: Lisbon, Portugal Additional Information: https://centra.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/network/grit/bhw13/ Contact: rita.t.sousa[AT]ist.utl.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 XIII edition of the Black Holes Workshop celebrates three decisive dates in the history of black holes: Firstly this year's Nobel Prize to black holes, in the names of Roger Penrose for the theory component, and of Reinhard Genzel, and Andrea Ghez for the observational component, specifically for the observations of the supermassive black hole in the center of our galaxy; secondly, the 50th anniversary of the singularity theorems of Hawking and Penrose, a work that was published in 1970; thirdly, the 60th anniversary of the Kruskal and Szekeres maximal analytic extension of the Schwarzschild solution. Researchers on black holes in all their aspects are invited to participate. The workshop is organized by the Center for Astrophysics and Gravitation (CENTRA) and will be held at Instituto Superior Tecnico (IST) in Lisbon, in December 21 and 22, 2020. We hope the Black Holes Workshop will keep on providing an inspiration towards new discoveries, as illustrated in this year's drawing by a vessel wandering through rough spacetime with a black hole in sight. If you are interested in attending the workshop, please register and send an abstract before November 23th. Organizing Committee: Justin Feng (CENTRA), David Hilditch (CENTRA), Jose Sande Lemos (CENTRA), Miguel Zilhao (CENTRA), Pedro Cunha (Aveiro), Carlos Herdeiro (Aveiro) Scientific Commitee: Vitor Cardoso (CENTRA), Joao Costa (ISCTE), Carlos Herdeiro (Aveiro), Filipe Mena (IST), Jose Natario (IST), Jose Sande Lemos (CENTRA) Contacts: Dulce Conceicao (dulce.conceicao[AT]tecnico.ulisboa.pt) and Rita Sousa (rita.t.sousa[AT]tecnico.ulisboa.pt) Venue: Centro de Congressos IST Dates: December 21 and 22, 2020 Deadline for abstract submission: November 23, 2020 Sponsors: The workshop is sponsored by CENTRA and FCT Conference dinner: There will be a social dinner on Monday, December 21, 2020, 19:30, at Restaurante Laurentina located near IST. The cost will be 30 euros for a fixed menu of traditional Portuguese food and drink. Payment will be taken in cash on the day of the meal. The dinner will be followed by several commemorations to the Nobel Prize 2020 to black holes, including a port wine commemoration and a live show by Miguel Zilhao Trio. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.7. 31st xmeeting of the Indian Association for General Relativity and Gravitation (IAGRG; online) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17629 Starting: 2020-12-19 to 2020-12-20 Location: Gandhinagar, India Additional Information: https://events.iitgn.ac.in/2020/iagrg/index.html Contact: iagrg2020[AT]iitgn.ac.in The Indian Association for General Relativity and Gravitation (IAGRG) was first constituted in 1969 and has been active ever since in fostering general relativity related activities in the country. In particular, at the national level, the IAGRG meeting is organised every two years, at various locations in the country. The Discipline of Physics, IIT Gandhinagar will be organising the 31st meeting of IAGRG during 19th - 20th December 2020. This meeting will be arranged as a Web Conference. This year is also the 50th anniversary of the famous derivation of black hole quasinormal modes by Prof. C V Vishveshwara. In view of this, the broad theme of the 31st IAGRG Meeting is "Quasinormal Modes from Black Holes". Invited Speakers: Nancy Aggarwal, Northwestern University Emanuele Berti, Johns Hopkins University Arpan Bhattacharya, IIT Gandhinagar Sourav Chatterjee, TIFR Mumbai George Efstathiou, University of Cambridge Dhiraj Hazra, IMSc Chennai Harvey Reall, DAMTP, University of Cambridge Re'em Sari, The Racah Institute of Physics The registration for the meeting and contributory session is now open. The last date of registration is November 11th, 2020. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.8. Special Session of the Chalonge-de Vega School --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/31/special-session-of-the-chalo… Starting: 2020-12-03 to 2020-12-03 Location: Paris, France (in remote) Additional Information: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2020.html Contact: chalonge.ecole[AT]chalonge-devega.fr Special Session of the Chalonge-de Vega School Thursday 3 december 2020 16:00 h France Time Adam G. RIESS, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor, Johns Hopkins U. Nobel Prize of Physics, Receives the Daniel Chalonge and the Hector de Vega Medals 2020 And deliver a Conference on: H0, Recent Results Virtual (remote) Session The Chalonge-de Vega School Medals 2020 are awarded to Adam G. Riess for his contribution to the discovery of dark energy, interpretation as a cosmological constant and for his continuous results on the Hubble constant. https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2020.html Awarded Chalonge - de Vega School Medals: 1991: Subramanyan Chandrasekhar, Nobel prize of physics. 1992: Bruno Pontecorvo. 2006: George Smoot, Nobel prize of physics. 2007: C.Frenk 2008: Anthony Lasenby. 2008: Bernard Sadoulet, Fellow of the USA Acad. of Arts & Scs 2009: Peter Biermann. 2011: John Mather, Nobel prize of physics. 2012: Brian Schmidt, Nobel prize of physics. 2013: Gerard Gilmore: Fellow of the UK Royal Society. 2015: Hector J. de Vega. 2018: Nicholas Kaiser, Golden medal UK Royal Society. 2020: Adam G. Riess, Nobel prize of physics. More information on the Chalonge and de Vega Medals: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Archives_Daniel_Chalonge.html https://chalonge-devega.fr/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoc positions in Strong Gravity/Gravitational Waves/Relativistic Astrophysics, Perimeter Institute, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/03/postdoc-positions-in-strong-… Deadline: 2020-11-09 Location: Waterloo, Canada Additional Information: https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/about/careers/positions/perimeter-postdoc… Contact: dsiegel[AT]perimeterinstitute.ca The Strong Gravity Group at Perimeter Institute is inviting applications for Postdoctoral Research positions. Successful candidates will be part of the newly established Gravitational Waves Initiative (https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/research/research-initiatives/gravitation…) that brings together expertise in analytical and numerical approaches to studying the nonlinear regime of gravity, data analysis for gravitational wave observations, relativistic astrophysics, and connections to particle physics and cosmology. Perimeter Institute offers a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment with maximum research freedom and opportunity to collaborate. We welcome all candidates to apply by November 9, 2020 but applications will be considered until all positions are filled. For more information and to apply, please visit the Perimeter Postdoctoral Program 2021 website (https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/about/careers/positions/perimeter-postdoc…). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. PhD position in gravitational-wave probes of cosmology and particle physics, Utrecht, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17581 Deadline: 2020-11-01 Location: Utrecht, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.uu.nl/en/organisation/working-at-utrecht-university/jobs/phd-po… Contact: t.p.hinderer[AT]uu.nl The Institute for Theoretical Physics (ITP) at Utrecht University has an opening for a PhD position at the interface of gravitational waves, particle physics, and cosmology. As the successful candidate you will work with Dr Elisa Chisari, Dr Tanja Hinderer, and Dr Tomislav Prokopec on observational manifestations of physics beyond the standard model of particle physics and General Relativity, and the early universe, with gravitational waves. The topics will encompass phase transitions in the early universe, gravitational-wave transients, and gravitational-wave imprints on the large-scale structure, with emphasis on connections and joint interpretations for fundamental physics. The group is active in diverse sub-fields including theory, modeling, and data analysis, and is involved in the Virgo collaboration, the LISA consortium, the 3G science case, and large-scale structure surveys (the Kilo-Degree Survey, LSST, Euclid). You will also have the opportunity to closely interact with other members of the String Theory, Cosmology and Elementary Particles group at the ITP (Dr Grimm, Dr Gursoy, Dr Plauschinn and Prof Vandoren), and with the data analysis groups at the Gravitational Waves and Subatomic Physics Institute (Dr Caudill, Prof Van den Broeck). The preferred starting date is January 2021. The appointment should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). You will be asked to spend 10% of your time on assisting in university teaching as a teaching assistant. Qualifications: We are looking for a candidate who is enthusiastic and dedicated, and who: - holds a MSc degree (or equivalent) in physics or a related field by the starting date of the employment; - has strong written and oral communication skills in English; - has a strong motivation for multidisciplinary research. Offer: - a full-time position for 4 years; - a full-time gross salary that starts at EUR 2,395 and increases to EUR 3,061 per month (scale P of the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities (cao)); - the position comes with a separate research budget of EUR 5,000 per year; - benefits including 8% holiday bonus and 8.3% end-of-year bonus; - a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment conditions based on the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities. Apply: Utrecht University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and from underrepresented groups in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The official deadline for applications is Nov. 1, 2020, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. If you have the expertise and the experience to excel in this role, then simply respond via the "Apply now" button on the application website. Please enclose: - your curriculum vitae; - a personal statement in which your background, research experience and interests are described; - transcripts of all university courses taken and grades obtained are optional; - contact details of at least two referees. They will be contacted separately. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Joint PhD Position in Neutron Star/Gravitational Wave Physics, Coimbra (Portugal) and Potsdam (Germany) ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17585 Deadline: 2020-11-30 Location: Coimbra (Portugal)/Potsdam (Germany) Additional Information: https://idpasc.lip.pt/pt_cern_grants/phd_programme/call/14 Contact: violetta.sagun[AT]uc.pt We are seeking for outstanding, highly motivated candidate for the PhD position in neutron star physics and neutron star merger simulations. The focus of the PhD project is the study of the impact of dark matter on properties of neutron stars, and their merger dynamics in binary system. The main emphasis will be given to numerical-relativity simulations of the coalescence of binary systems consisting of dark matter admixed neutron stars and on searches for the signatures of dark matter in the interior of compact stars. Its a joint scholarship between the University of Coimbra (Portugal) and the University of Potsdam (Germany) supervised by Prof. Constanca Providencia, Dr. Violetta Sagun (Coimbra) and Prof. Tim Dietrich (Potsdam). An application should include a curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, certificates of all the obtained academic degrees, other documents that the candidate may consider relevant (diplomas, certificates etc..) and up to three contacts for reference letters. Candidates should hold either a pre-Bologna degree, or a pre-/post-Bologna Master's degree at the time of application. Foreign degrees/diplomas are required to be recognized by the General Directorate of Higher Education or by a Portuguese higher education institution: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en/pagina/degree-and-diploma-recognition?plid=1536 Deadline for the application: 30th of November 2020, 17:00 (Lisbon time). Applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Violetta Sagun (violetta.sagun[AT]uc.pt) well in advance, to discuss the project and application procedure. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoc positions in Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astrophysics, AEI, Potsdam, German ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17587 Deadline: 2020-11-27 Location: Potsdam, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/559741/postdoctoral-positions-in-gravitational-wave-… Contact: jan.steinhoff[AT]aei.mpg.de The "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" (ACR) department at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute, AEI) in Potsdam announces the opening of several postdoc appointments. The postdoctoral positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority, and can last from 2 to 5 years. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is November 27, 2020. The positions are available as early as Summer 2021 or Fall 2021. Please follow the external link for the complete announcement and instructions how to apply: https://www.aei.mpg.de/559741/postdoctoral-positions-in-gravitational-wave-… +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoc position in gravity, gravitational waves and cosmology at USTC, Hefei, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17594 Deadline: 2021-01-20 Location: Hefei, China Additional Information: http://staff.ustc.edu.cn/~zhoushy/index.html Contact: zhoushy[AT]ustc.edu.cn Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position at University of Science and Technology of China, expected to start in the autumn of 2021. The position is for gravity and cosmology, broadly defined, and candidates working gravitational waves are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is a top university in China (eg, https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/university-s…), which hosts about 7 faculty members working on gravity and cosmology, and many others working on formal theory, particle phenomenology and astrophysics, in either the Modern Physics Department or the Astronomy Department. The postdoctoral position is for 2 years and renewable for a 3rd year, contingent on funding and the postdoc's research performance. The annual salary of the position is from 170,000 to 250,000 CNY, depending on qualifications. Generous international travel funding will be provided, and the postdoc is also entitled to various university benefits, including social and health insurances, housing subsidies, etc. Exceptional candidates will be also considered for the Distinguished University Fellowship, which carries a salary top-up of 50,000 to 150,000 CNY per year. Candidates are invited to send their CV, publication list, a short statement of research interests and to arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to Prof Shuang-Yong Zhou (zhoushy[AT]ustc.edu.cn). For enquiries, also contact (zhoushy[AT]ustc.edu.cn). The position is open until filled, but full considerations will be given to applications submitted before January 20, 2020. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. PhD project on the equation of state for compact objects, Coimbra, Portugal ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17596 Deadline: 2020-11-30 Location: Coimbra, Portugal Additional Information: https://idpasc.lip.pt/pt_cern_grants/phd_programme/call/14 Contact: hpais[AT]uc.pt We have one PhD project at CFisUC (Univ Coimbra, Portugal), submitted within IDPASC, an International Doctorate Network in Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology, on the effect of strong magnetic fields in the inner crust of neutron stars. Well-motivated candidates interested in neutron star physics with emphasis on the nuclear and stellar matter equation of state should contact Dr. Helena Pais (hpais[AT]uc.pt) as soon as possible for more details. Candidates should prepare a CV, a motivation letter, and a document with all the academic certificates, all in pdf format. Three contacts for reference letters should also be mentioned. This project is in collaboration with LPC-Caen (Normandie Univ, France). The deadline for the candidates' application is November 30 2020. Candidates should hold a master degree by the time of application. Note that candidates with degrees obtained in an institution outside Portugal should request its registration, or official request of registration, when applicable, in order to comply with Portuguese legislation. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoc job openings at Center of Astronomy and Gravitation, Taipei, Taiwan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17598 Deadline: 2020-11-15 Location: Taipei, Taiwan Additional Information: http://iweb.ntnu.edu.tw/cag/ Contact: linfl[AT]ntnu.edu.tw The Center of Astronomy and Gravitation (CAG, http://iweb.ntnu.edu.tw/cag/), a new platform to promote astrophysical research in the National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), invites applications for several postdoctoral positions. A qualified applicant should hold a PhD in physics, astronomy, mathematics, or any other relevant fields, and should have expertise in one of the areas: (1) Gravitational wave (2) Black hole physics (jet, accretion disk) (3) Star formation (4) Solar system (5) Exoplanet (6) Machine learning All postdoctoral appointments will initially be for two years, with possible extension based on the performance. Annual salary is approximately NTD 800,000 (~USD 27,000). The applicant should prepare for the following materials: (1) curriculum vitae (2) publication list (3) summary of past and current research (limited to 1 page of text) (4) future research plans in NTNU (2 pages of text plus 1 page of figures and tables) (5) at least three recommendation letters Please e-mail the application documents and the reference letters to Prof. Feng-Li Lin (linfl[AT]ntnu.edu.tw), with the title 'CAG postdoc application: YOUR NAME'. The application deadline is November 15th, 2020. Early decision may be made before the deadline for highly qualified applicants. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Junior Researcher position on the neutron star equation state, Coimbra, Portugal ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17599 Deadline: 2020-10-27 Location: Coimbra, Portugal Additional Information: http://www.eracareers.pt/opportunities/index.aspx?task=showAnuncioOportunit… Contact: hpais[AT]uc.pt We have a junior researcher position at CFisUC, Univ Coimbra, Portugal, for 3 years (eventually renewable up to a maximum of 6 years). The position is on the neutron star equation of state, including non-homogeneous phases, magnetized matter, and non-nucleonic degrees of freedom, construction of unified and calibrated equations of state imposing observational (astrophysical and gravitational), theoretical and experimental constraints, application of statistical methods such as Bayesian inference and machine learning methods. The candidates should apply online at apply.uc.pt, and submit all mandatory documentation in pdf format, namely CV referring to the last 5 years, copy of all degree certificates (note that candidates with degrees obtained in an institution outside Portugal should request its registration, or official request of registration, when applicable, in order to comply with Portuguese legislation), copy of the 3 to 6 most relevant papers. Detailed info on the website below. Deadline for application: 27 October 2020. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Two PhD studentships in gravitational wave data analysis and phenomenology, Utrecht, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17600 Deadline: 2020-12-15 Location: Utrecht, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.uu.nl/en/organisation/working-at-utrecht-university/jobs/two-ph… Contact: c.f.f.vandenbroeck[AT]uu.nl The Institute for Subatomic Physics at Utrecht University, the Netherlands, invites applications for two PhD studentships in gravitational wave data analysis and phenomenology. The successful candidates will work in the group of Prof. Chris Van Den Broeck and Dr. Sarah Caudill, on gravitational wave observations of coalescing binary neutron stars and black holes, with a view on probing the nature of compact objects and determining the structure of neutron stars. The gravitational waves group currently consists of about 20 researchers (senior scientists, postdocs, and PhD students), and is expected to expand further in the near future. The group will soon be embedded in a new institute called GRASP (for Gravitational and Subatomic Physics), which will bring together gravitational wave and particle physicists in an effort to study the strong nuclear force using a variety of observational and experimental channels, including gravitational wave measurements with the Virgo and LIGO detectors, multi-messenger astronomy, and heavy ion collisions in the Large Hadron Collider. We also have strong ties with Utrecht University's Institute for Theoretical Physics (e.g. through Dr. Tanja Hinderer, Dr. Elisa Chisari, and Dr. Umut Gursoy), as well as with Nikhef, the National Institute for Subatomic Physics in Amsterdam, and there is vibrant collaboration with researchers in the Netherlands and around the world. Informal inquiries can be made with Prof. Van Den Broeck (c.f.f.vandenbroeck[AT]uu.nl). The deadline for full consideration is 15 December 2020, but applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. PhD studentship in gravitational waves and cosmology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17602 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Amsterdam, the Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.nikhef.nl/jobs/vacatures/ Contact: vdbroeck[AT]nikhef.nl The gravitational physics division at Nikhef, the National Institute for Subatomic Physics in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, invites applications for a PhD studentship at the University of Amsterdam in gravitational waves, with an emphasis on using signals from coalescing binary objects (neutron stars and/or black holes) as "standard sirens" for cosmological measurements. The successful candidate will work with the groups of Prof. Chris Van Den Broeck (Nikhef and Utrecht University), and of Dr. Samaya Nissanke (Nikhef and University of Amsterdam). The gravitational physics division at Nikhef (led by Prof. F. Linde) has close ties with gravitational wave researchers at universities and institutes across the Netherlands, which apart from instrumentalists includes astronomers, astrophysicists, and theorists, such as Baumann, Bertone, Caudill, Groot, Hinderer, Jonker, Levan, Moesta, and Nelemans. There is also vibrant collaboration with individuals and groups around the world. For more information and an application form, see https://www.nikhef.nl/jobs/vacatures/. Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, publication list, and curriculum vitae including a brief description of your research interest. Also, please separately arrange for least two references who are willing to send a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The deadline for full consideration is 1 December 2020, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For informal inquires please contact Prof. Chris Van Den Broeck (c.f.f.vandenbroeck[AT]uu.nl) or Dr. Samaya Nissanke (samaya.nissanke[AT]uva.nl). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Postdoc position in theoretical Multi-Messenger Astrophysics, Stockholm, Sweden ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17609 Deadline: 2021-01-15 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Additional Information: https://www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/available-jobs?rm… Contact: Stephan.Rosswog[AT]astro.su.se Within the Oskar Klein Centre for Cosmoparticle Physics a strong research environment has been established that focuses on the theoretical and observational study of multi-messenger signals from major gravitational wave sources. This research environment benefits from very close connections between Physics and Astronomy, between scientist working on theoretical, computational and observational aspects and from access to observational data (e.g. ZTF, ENGRAVE). Within the new project "Gravity meets Light", funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, we are searching for a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to work on theoretical/computational Multi-Messenger Astrophysics. A postdoctoral opening will be available for an outstanding individual to work on the multi-messenger aspects of sources that produce both gravitational and electromagnetic waves. Expertise in any relevant multi-messenger aspect are of interest, expertise in relativistic (magneto-)hydrodynamics, nucleosynthesis and/or radiative transfer is particularly welcome. Postdoctoral associates are welcome to participate in Scientific Programs at Nordita, the Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics, which bring together groups of leading experts to work on specific topics for extended periods. The postdoctoral associate will also have access to research and travel funds, excellent benefits as well as computing facilities. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theoretical Astrophysics, Urbana-Champaign, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17617 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Urbana-Champaign, USA Additional Information: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/e3f032d9 Contact: gammie[AT]illinois.edu Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate position in Prof. Charles F. Gammie's group at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We welcome candidates with broad interests in theoretical and computational astrophysics. Current research in the group includes development of computational techniques, modeling of Event Horizon Telescope sources, topics in plasma astrophysics, statistical models of accretion flows, and the origin of the Earth's Moon. 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 Department of Physics, the Department of Astronomy, the School of Information Sciences, and the National Center for Supercomputer Applications (NCSA). ICASU faculty working in closely related areas include Profs. Stu Shapiro, Helvi Witek, Nico Yunes, Gil Holder, Brian Fields, Paul Ricker, and Matt Turk. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in astronomy or physics before the start date, which should be no earlier than March 2021 and no later than Oct. 2021. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of previous and current research (limited to 2 pages), and a research proposal (limited to 1 page) to gammie[AT]illinois.edu with the subject line "Candidate name - Postdoc Candidate", and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the same email address. A complete application and all letters of recommendation must be received by December 1, 2020 for full consideration. 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). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Physics, Kyoto, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17631 Deadline: 2021-01-10 Location: Kyoto, Japan Additional Information: https://www.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/news/n334?lang=en-GB Contact: shinji.mukohyama[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp A post-doctoral position starting April 2021 is available for a suitably qualified individual to work in the Astrophysics and Cosmology Group at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto University. The position is funded by MEXT KAKENHI Grant Number 17H02890 "Gravity and cosmology beyond general relativity" (PI: Shinji Mukohyama). The monthly salary will be approximately 300,000 yen. Eligible for health insurance, employee's pension insurance, employment insurance, workmen's accident compensation insurance. A small amount of research grant will be provided. Depending on research experience, the title of research assistant professor may be granted. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent by the time of the appointment. The appointment will begin on April 1, 2021 and end on March 31, 2022. The applicant should submit the following documents in PDF format by email to Shinji Mukohyama with the subject line "Postdoc application", by January 10, 2021: (1) CV (2) publication list (3) research statement (4) contact details of two references +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Several PhD positions in Gravitational-Wave Astronomy at the Max-Planck Insitute for Gravitational Physics, Potsdam, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17633 Deadline: 2021-01-08 Location: Potsdam, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/562361/phd-positions-in-gravity-matter-at-the-extrem… Contact: gwjobs[AT]aei.mpg.de The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute, AEI) in Potsdam, Germany, announces the opening of several PhD positions in "Gravity and Matter at the Extreme". Successful candidates will join the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Gravitational-Wave Astronomy at the AEI, comprised at the AEI Potsdam of the "Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity" (ACR) and "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" (CRA) divisions, the University of Potsdam, the Humboldt University of Berlin, and the Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics. Our graduate students are exposed to a variety of research topics and have access to a world-wide research network, including international partner universities (University of Maryland and the Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics at Kyoto University), the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, and the LISA consortium. Students may also participate in building the science case for third generation ground-based detectors, such as the Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer. For a detailed overview of the IMPRS, its research groups, and the application procedure, please visit the IMPRS website. The two research divisions (ACR and CRA) at the AEI Potsdam belonging to the IMPRS operate three high-performance compute clusters to model gravitational-wave sources (binary black holes, neutron star binaries, and stellar collapse of massive stars), electromagnetic counterparts of gravitational waves, high-energy astrophysical phenomena, and to carry out data-analysis of gravitational waves. PhD theses will cover a variety of topics in gravitational-wave astronomy, high-energy astrophysics and fundamental physics, such as: - theoretical gravitational dynamics and radiation (within post-Newtonian theory, post-Minkowskian theory, gravitational self-force, black-hole perturbation theory, and effective-one-body theory), - numerical relativity simulations of binary systems composed of black holes and neutron stars, - waveform modelling at the interface between analytical and numerical relativity, - interpretation and analysis of data from gravitational-wave detectors on the ground (LIGO and Virgo) and in space (LISA), - cosmography with gravitational waves from binary systems, - cosmology beyond the standard paradigm (dark energy, dark matter, gravitational lensing), - tests of strong gravity within General Relativity and alternative gravity theories, - neutron star mergers and high-energy astrophysics, - neutron-star equation of state, - stellar collapse to a black hole and a neutron star, and - multi-messenger astronomy. PhD students will have the opportunity to join the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA Consortium through the ACR-division's membership, and also participate to building the science case for third generation (3G) ground-based detectors (Einstein Telescope and Cosmic Explorer). Successful applicants will conduct their research projects at the AEI in Potsdam, and they will have to enroll and receive their PhD degree from either the University of Potsdam or the Humboldt University in Berlin. The expected duration of the PhD program is three years, and it can be extended to four years in cases of exception. Applicants are required to have a Master degree by the start of the PhD program. The science campus in Potsdam offers a stimulating research environment with three Max-Planck Institutes and two Fraunhofer Institutes. The city of Potsdam is home to over 40 research institutes, and is located just 30 minutes from the city center of Berlin. You will be asked to upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of research interests. Applicants also need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters. More information on the preparation of the documents can be found on the IMPRS website and the FAQ. Generally, applicants should have progressed far enough in their Master's research (or equivalent) to be able to give a brief presentation at the time of the interview in early February. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for full consideration is January 8th, 2021. The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.15. Postdoctoral position in Gravity, Quantum Geometry and Field Theory, Okinawa, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/27/postdoctoral-position-in-gra… Deadline: 2020-12-31 Location: Okinawa, Japan Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17344 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 2021 or earlier. 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 meetings and seminars, and to mentor student research. 2. The candidate must have a clear research plan, 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 is provided. 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, starting Fall 2021 or earlier. 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) 3. CV including publication list 4. Three reference letters to be submitted through Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17344 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. 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 31st 2020, and will continue until the positions are filled. The applications received by December 31st 2020 are guaranteed full consideration. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.16. Postdoc position in Quantum Gravity, Odense, Denmark ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17646 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Odense, Denmark Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17348 Contact: eichhorn[AT]cp3.sdu.dk We expect an opening according to funding availability in quantum gravity at the Centre for Cosmology and Particle Physics Phenomenology (CP3-Origins) at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense. The prospective candidate will work in the research team of Astrid Eichhorn, which focuses on aspects of quantum gravity, including asymptotically safe gravity, causal sets, matrix and tensor models, the interplay of quantum gravity with matter and black-hole spacetimes. The candidate must have completed a PhD in physics by the time of appointment and have worked on quantum gravity. Expertise on discrete quantum-gravity models, in particular causal sets, as well as coarse-graining techniques for discrete models is desirable, although not necessary. The vibrant international research environment at CP3-Origins includes researchers focusing on quantum and classical aspects of gravity, the formal development of fundamental quantum theories of nature and their phenomenology, key questions of cosmology such as the nature of dark matter and dark energy and lattice gauge theories. There is an active international visitor program, together with international workshops, conferences and schools. This year, the quantum-gravity research team has also organized a series of online workshops on quantum gravity that contributed to a stimulating research environment. The appointment will be for a term of two years or longer, depending on the candidate's background, at a very competitive salary and is expected to start in the fall of 2021. We are happy to receive your expressions of interest all year long. However, full consideration will be given to enquiries received before the 1st of December 2020. To submit your expression of interest, please submit a CV, list of publication, research statement (including a brief overview of research to date and a proposal for future research) and at least three letters of recommendation. Applications should be submitted on academicjobsonline at the link provided below and should not be sent by email. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.17. PhD positions in MMA at DESY and WIS, Germany or Israel ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17648 Deadline: 2020-11-08 Location: DESY and WIS, Germany or Israel Additional Information: https://apply.multimessenger-school.de/site/index.php Contact: multimessenger-school[AT]desy.de PhD programme in Multimessenger Astronomy at DESY (Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron) and the Weizmann Institute of Science Offering a world-class international training environment, the programme engages highly qualified and motivated graduate students at the forefront of research in multimessenger astronomy. PhD students will work with world-leading scientists and benefit from their complementary expertise in theory and experiments involving the various messengers. Collaboration between students and researchers at the partner institutions is facilitated through a lively exchange program including long-term exchange visits. The professional training of students includes data science as a supporting component of the school. Annual meetings of students and PIs are foreseen. Furthermore, the school offers a number of individual measures to promote career development. Depending on the primary location (Germany or Israel), the PhD will be earned either at Humboldt-University Berlin, at the University of Potsdam, the University of Hamburg, or at the Weizmann Institute of Science. To apply follow the link in the post. Deadline Nov. 8th. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.18. Postdoctoral and tenure track positions in gravitational wave physics at UIB, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/28/postdoctoral-and-tenure-trac… Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Palma, Spain Additional Information: http://grg.uib.es Contact: sascha.husa[AT]uib.es Research in the LIGO/LISA group (http://grg.uib.es) at the Balearic Islands University (UIB) spans a wide range of topics centered on gravitational wave data analysis, source modelling and numerical relativity. The group consists of PIs Alicia Sintes and Sascha Husa, new faculty member David Keitel, Jaume Carot and also includes postdoctoral researchers Marta Colleoni and Cecilio Garcia Quiros, 4 PhD students, as well as several master and undergraduate students. Further faculty members in gravitational physics include Carlos Palenzuela and Carles Bona. Postdoctoral position: ================ For this call we are seeking applications for a postdoctoral position in the areas of gravitational wave physics, including data analysis, modelling of gravitational-wave sources, numerical relativity, and related topics in astrophysics, cosmology and fundamental physics. The successful candidate will be expected to strengthen our involvement in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and the LISA Consortium. A starting date of the position can be negotiated, and is possible as early as spring 2021. Initial appointment will be for 1 year, with renewal for a second year expected, depending on satisfactory progress. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, brief description of research interests and achievements, as well as arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to gravity.uib.contact[AT]gmail.com. Review of applications will begin on December 1, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Tenure track position: ================ We are also looking for candidates interested in applying for the annual national Spanish call for Ramon y Cajal tenure track positions, which is expected for December. Candidates need to have obtained their PhD in the last 10 years (extra time for child care can be accounted for). For this call we expect an increase of funding of 30% compared with previous calls. While for these positions we do not have an influence on the decision, we can advise candidates who are interested in joining the group on preparing their applications and help to assess chances of success. Furthermore, candidates who obtain a Ramon y Cajal grant may not be able to join UIB unless we have been contacted before applying (to guarantee a commitment from our University). Please address enquiries to Alicia Sintes and Sascha Husa at gravity.uib.contact[AT]gmail.com or directly to alicia.sintes[AT]uib.es and sascha.husa[AT]uib.es. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.19. PhD positions: theory and observations, Prague, Czech Republic ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17653 Deadline: 2021-01-15 Location: Prague, Czech Republic Additional Information: http://physicsphd.cz/f1 Contact: phd-f1[AT]mff.cuni.cz We are offering multiple 4-year PhD positions in Prague, Czech Republic, in the fields of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Astroparticle Physics, Cosmology, Gravity, Mathematical Physics, String Theory, and Atomic and Molecular Physics. The areas of research include theory and observations. This list of projects will be finalized by December 5 2020 when we will also open the Application form for submissions. The application deadline is January 15 2021 for positions beginning in the Fall semester of 2021. PhD thesis research will be conducted at one of the participating institutions in Prague: Charles University (Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomical Institute) and Czech Academy of Sciences (Institute of Physics, Astronomical Institute, Institute of Mathematics, and Nuclear Physics Institute). The PhD degrees are awarded by Charles University. The positions are funded by a combination of government stipend, individual grants (both national and EU, including ERC grants or equivalents), and institutional fellowships. The positions are open to candidates of any nationality. Benefits depend on the type of the working contract, but all PhD students receive subsidized meals, possibility of staying in student dormitories, and free "Czech as foreign language" classes. There are no fees or tuition for PhD students. Prague remains cheaper than other comparable European cities while offering similar level of comforts and entertainments. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Special Issue Women Physicists in Astrophysics and Cosmology ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/10/special-issue-women-physicis… Additional Information: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/WomenAstroCosmo Dear Colleagues, The physical approach to astrophysics and cosmology, both in theory and observations, and, in fine, to the understanding of the physics of the Universe allows going deeper into the identification, choice, and formulation of the problems to be solved and into the research programs to be performed, in going to essential and universal or key features, in finding solutions and/or performing innovative discoveries, in understanding and unifying them, finding the cross-correlations when possible, in introducing new knowledge and progresses in the field beyond current comprehension, and in opening new avenues of knowledge in the physics of the Universe. The aim of this Special Issue is to highlight excellent contributions of women physicists in modern astrophysics and cosmology and in the fruitful interplay between these domains. The objective and expected output of this Special Issue is thus double-valued or twofold at least. All fields in modern astrophysics and cosmology and their fruitful interplay are included: theory, observations, different methods, models, analytic studies, numerical simulations, as well as high energy astrophysics and black holes in all its mass ranges. This Special Issue welcomes research papers of high current and fundamental interest as well as mini review articles in this active field. Contributions to the field from research groups led by women or in which women are the corresponding authors of the manuscripts are strongly encouraged. Manuscripts highlighting the role of leading senior women physicists in this field, their research contributions, leadership, and mentoring are also welcome. This unique collection will offer, in this way, an exceptional opportunity to unify and bring together new research in this fascinating discipline performed by women physicists over the world, to promote their research, and provide high visibility to them. We expect that this collection will also allow the apprehension of common universal features or properties within, at the same time, a wide range of diversity. It is a great pleasure for me to welcome manuscripts to this Special Issue, and I look forward to receiving your manuscripts in this fascinating field. Prof. Dr. Norma G. Sanchez Guest Editor https://chalonge-devega.fr/sanchez/ https://chalonge-devega.fr/ Manuscript Submission Information https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/WomenAstroCosmo ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Nominations for the 2021 IUPAP General Relativity and Gravitation Young Scientist Prize are now open ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/10/30/nominations-for-the-2021-iup… Additional Information: http://www.isgrg.org/IUPAPprize.php The IUPAP Young Scientist Prizes recognize outstanding achievements of scientists at early stages of their career. Each prize consists of a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient, a medal and 1000 euros. The conditions for the prize are: The Prize can be for work in any area of relativity and gravitation, theoretical or experimental. On 1 February 2021, nominees must have a maximum of eight years of research experience (excluding career interruptions) following the Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree. They are expected to have displayed significant achievement and exceptional promise for future achievements in relativity and gravitation. The primary nominator MUST BE A MEMBER of the International Society on General Relativity and Gravitation. Writers of support letters and candidates need not be members. The nomination deadline is 1 Feb 2021. Additional details may be found at http://www.isgrg.org/IUPAPprize.php. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. News from the Chalonge - de Vega School ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/11/01/news-from-the-chalonge-de-ve… Additional Information: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Archives_Daniel_Chalonge.html International School of Astrophysics Daniel Chalonge - Hector de Vega. - Open Science and Free Access - Scientific Research - Training - Scientific Culture Pioneering Science with Great Intellectual Endeavour and a Human Face New Deconfined Archives Chalonge de Vega Sanchez (numerisation by Francois Sevre, CNRS IAP Sorbonne Universite') ...the students become Lecturers, the Lecturers become Nobel prizes... the impossible yesterday become the standard today... - Film of the 1991 Chalonge School: First Course on Astrofundamental Physics inaugurated by Nobel prize of Physics S. Chandrasekhar (CNRS Images Medias-Dir. Jean Michel Arnold, 3h05m34s Jean Mouette). Content (by sequence in the film): Sanchez, Chandrasekhar, Audouze, Cayrel, Grischuk, Fang Lizhi, Laberrigue, Pontecorvo, Turok, de Vega, Turner, Carr, Sadoulet, Silk, Smoot, Turner, Richards, Kibble, Turok, Khalatnikov, Schatzman, Bergmann, Zichichi. - Film on the 1996 Chalonge School Course on Astrofundamental Physics, (ARTE Television, Online productions 1997, Francoise Wolff, Tristan Bourlard, 50m). - Film of the 2006 Chalonge School Paris Nobel Conference: The Discovery of the Anisotropy of the CMB radiation (2h31m, Jean Mouette). George F. Smoot, Nobel prize of physics 2006. Including pionnering discussion on inflation and gravity waves. And the Chalonge Medal and its history. More on the School Archives, Chalonge and Dirac museum, documents, pictures, exhibitions in https://chalonge-devega.fr/Archives_Daniel_Chalonge.html https://chalonge-devega.fr/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for October 2020
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02 Oct '20

########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Virtual Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity 2020 1.2. The 1st Electronic Conference on Universe 1.3. First Cosmic Explorer Conference, online 1.4. Mathematical and Computational Approaches for Solving the Source-Free Einstein Field Equations 2. Jobs 2.1. Prize Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astrophysics at the T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China 2.2. Faculty Position in Astrophysics at the T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China 2.3. Postdoctoral position(s) in Numerical Relativity and Gravitational Wave Physics/Data Analysis, Trieste, Italy 2.4. Postdoctoral Researcher or Research Associate in High Energy Physics, Lawrence, Kansas, USA 2.5. N3AS-PFC Postdoctoral Positions, various sites, USA 2.6. PhD-Position in computational astrophysics, Valencia, Spain 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Position in Numerical Relativity, Urbana, USA 2.8. Call of interest for an ERC-funded postdoc position, Rome, Italy 2.9. Postdoc position in multimessenger theoretical astrophysics, Jena, Germany 2.10. PhD position in Numerical Relativity and Cosmology, Hannover, Germany 2.11. Postdoctoral positions in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, Potsdam, Germany 2.12. Master/PhD positions in astrophysics at Fudan University, Shanghai, China 2.13. Postdoctoral position(s) in gravity at the University of New Brunswick, Canada 2.14. Postdoctoral Position in Astrophysics and Gravitational Physics, Baltimore, USA 2.15. Postdoctoral postions on general relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics simulations, Rochester, NY, USA 2.16. Faculty positions in high energy astrophysics at Fudan University, Shanghai, China 2.17. Postdoctoral Scholar Positions in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, State College, PA, USA 2.18. Postdoc in theoretical gravity at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic 2.19. Postdoctoral position with focus on numerical relativity and strong-field tests of gravity, Urbana-Champaign, IL, USA 2.20. Research Fellowships in Space Sciences and Exploration, Noordwijk, The Netherlands 3. News 3.1. Deaths of Fred Cornish and Paddy Dolan 3.2. Special Issue "Universe: 5th Anniversary" 3.3. Special Issue "New Frontiers in Astroparticle Physics: From Nuclear Reactions to Multimessenger Astronomy" 3.4. Special Issue "Cosmoparticle Physics in the Light of Andrei D. Sakharov's Legacy" 3.5. Joint Online Mathematical Relativity Colloquium (JoMaReC) to start on October 1st, 2020 3.6. 2020 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize for Outstanding Research in General Relativity 3.7. COST GWverse: Exchange of researchers working on gravitational-wave and black hole physics 3.8. Special Issue "keV Warm Dark Matter (LambdaWDM) in Agreement with Observations In Tribute to Hector J. De Vega" 3.9. Call for papers for planned book: Hermann Minkowski and the Reality of Spacetime 3.10. Living Reviews in Relativity: "Prospects for observing and localizing GW transients with Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA" ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Virtual Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity 2020 --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/02/virtual-conference-of-the-po… Starting: 2020-09-24 to 2020-09-26 Location: internet Additional Information: https://indico.cern.ch/event/948828/ Contact: jakub.mielczarek[AT]uj.edu.pl The 8th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity has been moved from Lodz, Poland to the virtual space of internet due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to bring Polish and foreign relativists together to exchange ideas on a broad range of subjects related to General Relativity. The conference will be divided into six sessions: - Mathematical and Numerical Relativity - Relativistic Astrophysics - Gravitational Waves - Cosmology - Quantum Gravity and Quantum Cosmology - Beyond General Relativity There is no registration fee. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. The 1st Electronic Conference on Universe --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/02/the-1st-electronic-conferenc… Starting: 2021-02-22 to 2021-02-28 Location: Online Additional Information: https://ecu2021.sciforum.net/ Contact: ecu2021[AT]mdpi.com Dear Colleagues, As Editor-in-Chief of the journal Universe (ISSN 2218-1997), it is my honor to invite you to join the 1st International Electronic Conference, Universe 2021: 1st Electronic Conference on Gravitation, Cosmology, Field Theory, High Energy Physics, and Astronomy, from 22 to 28 February 2021, which will enable you to share and discuss your most recent findings with the worldwide community of scientists and researchers in these fields. At this point of restricted travel and personal contact, it is a pleasure to still be able to collaborate electronically via this online venue. This internet conference is designed to allow you to present your research to colleagues and to interact as fully as possible with all those involved in it. I also hope you will meet old friends and make new ones here. There will be many fascinating papers to spark everyone's interest. I hope this conference will bring together major contributions at the forefront of research in the fields of gravitation, cosmology, field theory, high energy physics, and astronomy, and I am confident that yours will be among them. Universe 2021 will make your presentation accessible to hundreds of researchers worldwide, with active engagement of the audience in question and answer sessions and discussion groups that will take place online. Submitted abstracts will be reviewed by the conference committee. The authors of accepted contributions will be invited to produce an extended abstract for the conference proceedings along with a slide presentation of their work. Following the conference, outstanding contributions will be invited to be submitted for publication in the main journal. The conference has been divided into seven themes. Please submit your articles as soon as possible, indicating which theme you think best fits your submission. Session 1: General Relativity and Gravitation Session 2: Quantum Field Theories Session 3: Black Holes Session 4: Dark Matter and Dark Energy Session 5: High Energy Physics Session 6: Compact Objects Session 7: Deep-Space Probes Session 8: The Universe of Andrei Sakharov Session 9: Teaching relativity and modern physics in general Thank you for your kind attention. We look forward to welcoming you at this exciting meeting online. Best regards, Prof. Dr. Lorenzo Iorio +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. First Cosmic Explorer Conference, online --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17536 Starting: 2020-10-26 to 2020-10-30 Location: Online Additional Information: https://sites.psu.edu/cosmicexplorermeeting/ Contact: nzu10[AT]psu.edu The inaugural Cosmic Explorer (CE) meeting will be held remotely (over zoom) from October 26 to 30, 2020. The meeting will primarily consist of 90-minute discussion-panels that focus on topics ranging from the present status of the science case to the technical design of Cosmic Explorer, a next-generation ground-based gravitational wave detector that is in its early conceptual design stage. The plan is that each discussion panel will begin with an orientation talk followed by an extended panel discussion. There will be at most two discussion panels per day, one on instrumental science and one on the science goals. If you are interested in attending this meeting please register at: https://sites.psu.edu/cosmicexplorermeeting/ We intend to cover a diverse set of topics, including key science goals and objectives; technical objectives and design choices for CE; computing requirements for CE; and project organization and planning. We are particularly interested in receiving community feedback on the science goals, and the organization of the collaboration. The deadline for registration is October 20, 2020. We will send the connection details to the participants a few days before the meeting. Cosmic Explorer Collaboration 09:00-10:30 am Eastern Time for science goals, 05:00-06:30 pm Eastern Time for instrument science +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. Mathematical and Computational Approaches for Solving the Source-Free Einstein Field Equations --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/28/mathematical-and-computation… Starting: 2020-10-05 to 2020-10-09 Location: Online Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/w2/ Contact: sfield[AT]umassd.edu We would like to invite you to the second workshop as part of the semester-long program "Advances in Computational Relativity". This second workshop will focus on theoretical and computational approaches to solving the vacuum Einstein field equations (the master equation of general relativity: a nonlinear, coupled, hyperbolic-elliptic PDE system) without matter field sources. A particular important special case is the simulation of two merging black holes, which will be emphasized throughout the workshop. Gravitational wave solutions will be another important aspect of this workshop, and special attention will be given to modeling techniques for the computation of these waves. Important, recent advances in mathematical aspects of Einstein's theory of general relativity will also be a central topic of the workshop. Due to COVID-19, this workshop will be held online. Please apply using the link "Apply with Cube" at the workshop website if you would like to participate in this workshop. Program Organizing Committee: Stefanos Aretakis, University of Toronto Scott Field, UMass Dartmouth Jan Hesthaven, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne Jae-Hun Jung, POSTECH Gaurav Khanna, UMass Dartmouth Stephen Lau, University of New Mexico Steven Liebling, Long Island University Deirdre Shoemaker, University of Texas at Austin Jared Speck, Vanderbilt University Helvi Witek, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Prize Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astrophysics at the T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17442 Deadline: 2020-12-20 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/ Contact: leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn The Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) in Shanghai, China (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn) invites applications for several T. D. Lee postdoctoral research fellow positions in all areas of astrophysics, from exoplanets, high-energy and gravitational wave astronomy to particle astrophysics and cosmology, and from theoretical and observational astronomy to instrumental/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 1 additional year. We offer a competitive salary (minimum 300,000 RMB per pear) and heavily subsidized housing options through the co-sponsor Shanghai Jiao-Tong University (SJTU). The nominal start date is September 2021, but can be flexible. TDLI, initiated by Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957), is a newly established national research institute and the current director is Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004). 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 is in charge of the operation of TDLI. TDLI has an internationalised 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 astrophysics, galactic/extragalactic astronomy and cosmology. TDLI has an active and growing international visiting professors program, and organises many topical workshops and conferences each year to create a scientifically stimulating environment. TDLI expects to expand significantly in astrophysics in the coming years. Applicants should submit their applications at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16730. 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 December 20, 2020. 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. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Faculty Position in Astrophysics at the T. D. Lee Institute, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17443 Deadline: 2020-11-15 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/ Contact: leeastronomy[AT]sjtu.edu.cn The Tsung-Dao Lee Institute (TDLI) in Shanghai, China (http://tdli.sjtu.edu.cn) invites applications for several tenure-track ("Fellows") or tenured ("Senior Fellows" and "TDL professors") faculty positions in astrophysics. We are seeking candidates in all areas of astrophysics, from exoplanets, gravitational waves 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, initiated by Prof. Tsung-Dao Lee (Nobel Prize in Physics 1957), is a newly established national research institute and the current director is Prof. Frank Wilczek (Nobel Prize in Physics 2004). 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 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 organizes 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 in 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/16731. They should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including a publication list), a research and teaching statement (four-page maximum). At least three 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 November 15, 2020. 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. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Postdoctoral position(s) in Numerical Relativity and Gravitational Wave Physics/Data Analysis, Trieste, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/05/erc-funded-postdoctoral-posi… Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Trieste, Italy Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16819 Contact: barausse[AT]sissa.it ERC-funded postdoctoral position(s) in Numerical Relativity and Gravitational Wave Physics/Data Analysis at SISSA (Trieste, Italy, www.sissa.it) The gravitational-wave physics group at SISSA solicits expressions of interest for one or more postdoctoral positions in numerical relativity and/or in the physics/data analysis of gravitational waves. 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 December 1st, 2020 for full consideration, but the search will remain open till the optimal candidate is found. Applications have to be submitted via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16819 The position is initially for two years and can be extended depending on successful performance. Inquiries may be directed to Enrico Barausse barausse[at]sissa.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoctoral Researcher or Research Associate in High Energy Physics, Lawrence, Kansas, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17465 Deadline: 2020-10-15 Location: Lawrence, Kansas, USA Additional Information: https://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25752&si… Contact: abean[AT]ku.edu Applications are invited for a Post-doctoral or Research Associate position in experimental high energy physics with the University of Kansas beginning as early as January 18, 2021. Post-doctoral researcher candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in physics by date of appointment and research experience in experimental high energy physics or a related experimental field. Candidates with three or more years of postdoctoral experience may be eligible for initial appointment as research associate. The person would work with the University of Kansas group on physics data analysis and detector operation and development for the CMS experiment. Candidates with relevant interests and experience are sought. The University of Kansas CMS group is pursuing a broad and exciting research program, with elements including detector development and operation in the CMS tracker group. The group's analysis efforts have a particular focus on searches for evidence of new physics beyond the Standard Model. The post-doctoral researcher would be expected to participate in many of these activities, taking a leadership role in advancing the group's research program, interacting with and mentoring students, and engaging in creative and independent thought. The person may be stationed at CERN, in Geneva, Switzerland or at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. For more information and to apply go to https://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25752&am… Initial review of applications will begin October 15, 2020 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Inquiries can be made by email to abean[AT]ku.edu and gwwilson[AT]ku.edu. KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. N3AS-PFC Postdoctoral Positions, various sites, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17467 Deadline: 2020-11-30 Location: Multiple sites, USA Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16841 Contact: dur566[AT]psu.edu The newly established National Science Foundation (NSF) Physics Frontiers Center (PFC) - Network for Neutrinos, Nuclear Astrophysics, and Symmetries (N3AS) - intends to make several postdoctoral fellow appointments for positions starting in fall 2021. N3AS is a multi-institutional collaboration linking thirteen institutions: U. California Berkeley, U. California San Diego, U. Kentucky, Los Alamos National Laboratory, U. Minnesota, U. of New Hampshire, North Carolina State U., Northwestern U., Notre Dame U., Ohio U., Pennsylvania State U., U. Washington, and U. Wisconsin. N3AS research focuses on theoretical issues in neutrino and nuclear astrophysics, dense matter, gravitational wave data analysis, modeling neutron stars, neutron star mergers, and supernovae, nucleosynthesis, and dark matter. It provides a unique multi-disciplinary environment for postdoctoral fellows to advance and address fundamental questions in astrophysics, cosmology, nuclear physics, and particle physics. N3AS also has connections to other initiatives in nuclear and particle physics and astrophysics, including topical collaborations and major computation programs funded by the DOE under its SciDAC and the Exascale Challenge initiatives, and partnerships with international astrophysics efforts supported by RIKEN and CNRS. Successful applicants will spend the first two years at one of the thirteen N3AS institutions of their choice. The third-year appointment, contingent on satisfactory progress, will provide N3AS fellows the opportunity to move to another institution within the network. All N3AS appointments are made through UC Berkeley. The three-year appointment has an initial salary of $68K, a generous travel allowance to enable the Fellow to more easily collaborate among the participating institutions, and a modest relocation allowance. More details on N3AS can be found at https://n3as.berkeley.edu Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. (on or after September 2018) in theoretical physics or astrophysics and the ability to work productively within a diverse and collaborative research environment, producing and publishing original research, and defending that research effectively in seminars and scientific meetings. Requested application materials: Please submit a CV, a publication list, a statement of research interest, and three letters of reference. Materials should be submitted online at Academic Jobs Online. The N3AS postdoctoral selection committee includes all N3AS PIs. The review of applications begins in early December. Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications before November 30, 2020, to ensure full consideration. For further inquiries, please contact the chairs of the N3AS Fellows Appointment and Mentoring Committee, Gail McLaughlin (gcmclaugh[AT]ncsu.edu), and Sanjay Reddy (sareddy[AT]uw.edu), or the N3AS PI Wick Haxton (haxton[AT]berkeley.edu). Fellow benefits packages will be continuous over the three-year appointments, provided through UC Berkeley. UC Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Contacts: Gail McLaughlin (gcmclaugh[AT]ncsu.edu) Sanjay Reddy (sareddy[AT]uw.edu) Wick Haxton (haxton[AT]berkeley.edu) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.6. PhD-Position in computational astrophysics, Valencia, Spain ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17472 Deadline: 2020-10-01 Location: Valencia, Spain Additional Information: https://www.uv.es/uvweb/astronomy-astrophysics-department/en/department-ast… Contact: michael.gabler[AT]uv.es Applications are invited for one PhD position at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics (DAA) at the Universidad de Valencia. The position will be funded for three years by the Generalitat Valenciana through the CIDEGENT program to support excellent researchers. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of M. Gabler in the field of core-collapse supernova explosions with a strong focus on numerical simulations. The group at the DAA has a very strong background in the field of computational astrophysics like special and general relativistic astrophysics, magneto-hydrodynamics, and the numerical study of astrophysical plasmas. In the group, the corresponding numerical tools are used to study astrophysical phenomena like (relativistic) jets, compact objects like neutrons stars, magnetars, or black holes, and supernova explosions. The successful candidate will work with a three-dimensional, hydrodynamic code and perform long-time evolution of supernova simulations to bridge the gap between the explosion and the late supernova remnant stage. Applicants with interest in computational astrophysics, 3D data analysis and data visualization are welcome to apply. In particular, we encourage applications of candidates with experience in numerical modeling of physical phenomena in general or with a background in the analysis and/or visualization of thee-dimensional data sets. The application should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, transcripts of university grades and degrees a brief description of research interests, and a list of one to three potential referees, who may be contacted separately. Applications should be received by October 1st, 2020, but will be considered until the position is filled. Starting date can be as early as January 2021. Please send applications to: Michael Gabler michael.gabler[AT]uv.es Departament d'Astronomia i Astrofisica Edifici d'Investigacio Jeroni Munyoz C/ Dr. Moliner, 50 46100 Burjassot (Valencia) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.7. Postdoctoral Research Position in Numerical Relativity, Urbana, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/14/postdoctoral-research-positi… Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Urbana, Illinois, USA Additional Information: https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/ Contact: jbenner[AT]illinois.edu Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position in the Illinois Relativity Group at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The candidate should have expertise in numerical relativity and relativistic astrophysics. Experience in computational hydrodynamics and/or computational MHD is desirable. Applicants should go online at https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/ to submit their application, which must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, brief description of research interests, and the names, mailing and email addresses of three references. Please contact Janice Benner at jbenner[AT]illinois.edu. If you have any questions. Applications should be posted by DEC 1, 2020 for full consideration. The starting date of the position is AUG 15, 2021. The successful applicant will join Professor Stuart Shapiro in developing and applying the tools of numerical relativity together with computational hydrodynamics, MHD, and/or stellar dynamics to tackle diverse problems in general relativity and astrophysics. Recent topics include the inspiral and coalescence of compact binaries, the generation of gravitational waves, magnetized neutron stars, magnetorotational stellar collapse, accretion onto isolated and binary black holes, the formation and cosmological growth of supermassive black holes in the early universe, and the dynamics of dark matter halos and spikes around black holes. Some of this work is geared to identifying astrophysically plausible, strong-field sources of gravitational waves and calculating gravitational waveforms detectable by LIGO/VIRGO, KAGRA, LISA and the PTA. For these "multimessenger" sources we are also exploring counterpart electromagnetic signals, including gamma-ray bursts and kilonovae, as well as neutrinos. In addition to Professor Shapiro, the Illinois Relativity Group includes Professors Nicolas Yunes and Helvi Witek, their postdocs, PhD and undergraduate research students. It maintains close interactions with UIUC colleagues in Physics, Astronomy and NCSA, in addition to several outside collaborators. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.8. Call of interest for an ERC-funded postdoc position, Rome, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/15/call-of-interest-for-an-erc-… Deadline: 2020-10-31 Location: Sapienza, University of Rome (Italy) Additional Information: https://web.uniroma1.it/gmunu/jobs Contact: alessandra.curto[AT]uniroma1.it We are looking for an outstanding and highly-motivated postdoc to work in the area of strong gravity (theory and phenomenology). This position is funded by the ERC Starting Grant DarkGRA. The successful candidate will join the "Gravity theory and gravitational wave phenomenology" group at Sapienza University of Rome. The appointment is for 2+1 years (extension subject to funding renewal and satisfactory performance), with a net salary competitive with international standards. All candidates must hold (or soon be completing) a Ph.D. in Physics. The positions are expected to start no later than September/October 2021; earlier start dates will also be considered. Screening of the applications will begin in early November 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. The research activities of the group include gravitational-wave modelling and phenomenology, black-hole and neutron-star physics, tests of gravity and of the nature of compact objects, and strong-gravity tests of dark matter. The members of the group are also expected to get involved in other activities such as training of students, networking, etc. Staff members of the gravity theory group at Sapienza currently include Leonardo Gualtieri, Andrea Maselli, and Paolo Pani, as well as Marie Curie Fellow Richard Brito, 4 postdocs, 8 PhD students, and several master students. The group is involved in the COST Actions "CA 16104 Gravitational waves, black holes and fundamental physics (GWverse)" and "CA 16214 The multi-messenger physics and astrophysics of neutron stars (PHAROS)". It is part of the "Amaldi Research Center for gravitational physics and astrophysics" at Sapienza, of the RISE H2020-MC network "Gravitational Universe: Challenges and Opportunities (GRU)", and of the INFN Specific Initiative TEONGRAV - Gravitational Wave Sources. Members of the group are also members of the LISA Consortium and of the eXTP Science Team, and take part of the science activities GWIC-3G Science Case Team; the successful candidate will be encouraged to join these efforts. The Department of Physics at Sapienza hosts renowned research groups in several areas of physics and is regularly included among the first 40 Physics and Astronomy institutes in the world according to various rankings. Application should be sent through the online form available on the post webpage. Sapienza University of Rome values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The selection will be done in agreement with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers, and particular attention will be paid to the gender balance of the group. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.9. Postdoc position in multimessenger theoretical astrophysics, Jena, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/16/postdoc-position-in-multimes… Deadline: 2020-10-31 Location: Jena, Germany Additional Information: https://www.physik.uni-jena.de/en/TPIJobs Contact: sebastiano.bernuzzi[AT]uni-jena.de Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position at the University of Jena. The appointment is associated with the research group of Prof. Sebastiano Bernuzzi at the Theoretical Physics Institute. The candidate is expected to work on the modeling of electromagnetic signals from binary neutron star mergers and on the joint data analysis of electromagnetic and gravitational-wave signals. The project is embedded in an ongoing scientific effort on gravitational-wave science and modeling of multimessenger signals. The successful candidate has the opportunity to join the international Virgo and/or the ENGRAVE collaborations. The Jena group is also part of the computational relativity (CoRe) collaboration. The position is funded by Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) for two years. An extension may be possible depending on performance and availability of funds. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a brief description of research interests, and a list of three potential referees, who may be contacted separately. Applications should be received no later than October 31, 2020, but will be considered until the position is filled. For more information see: https://www.physik.uni-jena.de/en/TPIJobs Please send your application as a single PDF via Email with subject "Application for PD position - SURNAME NAME" to: sebastiano.bernuzzi[AT]uni-jena.de Theoretisch-Physikalisches Institut Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena Max Wien Platz 1 D-07743 Jena, Germany +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.10. PhD position in Numerical Relativity and Cosmology, Hannover, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17496 Deadline: 2020-11-15 Location: Hannover, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/541062/phd-position-in-numerical-relativity-and-cosm… Contact: anna.ijjas[AT]aei.mpg.de The Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute, AEI) in Hannover, Germany, announces the opening of one PhD position in Numerical Relativity and Cosmology nominally starting as early as January 1, 2021. (Note: The start date is flexible and can be anytime between January and May 2021.) The successful candidate will pursue research in the Lise Meitner Excellence Group "Gravitational Theory and Cosmology," led by Anna Ijjas. Thesis research will entail the application of numerical relativity techniques to simulating cosmological models and extracting their observational signatures. The PhD student will be associated with the joint AEI-Princeton Cosmology Initiative of the Simons Foundation and will participate in a wide range of activities (workshops, visits, seminars, journal clubs, special events) in Europe and the US. The successful applicant will conduct thesis research at the AEI in Hannover, receiving their PhD degree from Leibniz University Hannover. The expected duration of the PhD program is three years; it can be extended to four years in exceptional cases. Using the link below, applicants may upload a recent CV and a brief (1-page) research statement as a single pdf-file as well as the contact information for two referees who will be solicited to provide letters of support. (The research statement should describe past research experience and projects including publications, where applicable. No future research proposal is required.) Applicants are required to have a Master's degree by the start of the PhD program. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The final deadline is November 15th, 2020. The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.11. Postdoctoral positions in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, Potsdam, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17498 Deadline: 2020-12-05 Location: Potsdam, Germany Additional Information: https://www.aei.mpg.de/524801/postdoctoral-positions-in-computational-relat… Contact: matthias.blittersdorf[AT]aei.mpg.de The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (the Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam led by Masaru Shibata (director) announces the opening of postdoc appointments. Several postdoctoral positions will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority, and can last for different number of years. The "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division is currently composed of one group leader (Kenta Kiuchi), one senior scientist (Shinya Wanajo), and 10 junior researchers, and focuses on several research topics in theoretical astrophysics, computational astrophysics, and general relativity. The members in this division are working in the following topics: (i) numerical relativity with neutrino-radiation hydrodynamics, magnetohydrodynamics, and viscous-hydrodynamics for a variety of relativistic phenomena like mergers of neutron-star binaries (binary neutron stars and black hole-neutron star binaries), long-term evolution of the merger remnants, stellar collapse to a black hole/neutron star, and long-term evolution of accretion disks around a black hole/neutron star. (ii) deriving accurate gravitational waveforms from neutron-star binaries by numerical relativity simulation for a variety of neutron-star equations of state. (iii) modeling electromagnetic counterparts (kilonovae, short gamma-ray bursts, radio flare, precursors, etc) associated with neutron-star mergers. (iv) nucleosynthesis calculation associated with neutron-star mergers and stellar collapse. (v) modeling gravitational waves emitted in the supernova explosion/proto neutron star evolution. (vi) studies for the formation processes of a variety of black holes (stellar-mass, intermediate-mass, and supermassive black holes). (vii) Stellar evolution calculation. Working in other topics (even for non-relativistic/non-computational astrophysics) is also encouraged. We in particular search for researchers who are interested in the code development for radiation transfer. The researchers in the "Computational Relativistic Astrophysics" division can use high-performance computers at Max Planck Computing and Data Facility (MPCDF: https://www.mpcdf.mpg.de) and several clusters (sakura and yamazaki) in this division. To apply for a postdoctoral position at the AEI in Potsdam, please fill out the form found on the connected URL. Applicants will be asked to upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications and statement of research interests. Applicants will need to indicate the names of three referees for recommendation letters. Referees will be notified by email on how to upload the letters (in case of problems referees could send the letters directly to nrjobs[AT]aei.mpg.de). The deadline for the full consideration is December 5th, 2020. The positions will be available from any time after January 2021. The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply. For further information please contact Matthias Blittersdorf: matthias.blittersdorf[AT]aei.mpg.de. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.12. Master/PhD positions in astrophysics at Fudan University, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/22/master-phd-positions-in-astr… Deadline: 2020-11-30 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/ Contact: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn The high energy astrophysics group at Fudan University (Shanghai, China) invites applications for Master and PhD positions for the next academic year (starting in September 2021). For the Master Program, the candidates must have a Bachelor degree in Physics or in a related area before September 2021. For the PhD Program, the candidates must have a Master degree in Physics or in a related area before September 2021. Courses and research are conducted in English. Both the Master and the PhD Programs normally last 3 years. The scholarship covers: tuition fee, accommodation inside the campus, health insurance, salary (normally 3,000 CNY/month for Master students and 3,500 CNY/month for PhD students). We are looking for candidates interested in: 1) X-ray data analysis of black holes 2) Astrophysical codes (fortran, C/C++, python) The group is led by Prof. Cosimo Bambi and currently consists of 2 postdoctoral researchers and several graduate and undergraduate students. More details can be found on the group webpage. Interested candidates should send their CV (including, among other things, date of birth and nationality) and any additional material that can be useful for the selection process to: Prof. Cosimo Bambi E-mail: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn Please arrange also at least 2 recommendation letters to be sent separately to the same email address before the application deadline. Application deadline: 30 November 2020 (but earlier applications are strongly recommended). More details on our research group can be found at: http://www.physics.fudan.edu.cn/tps/people/bambi/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.13. Postdoctoral position(s) in gravity at the University of New Brunswick, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17523 Deadline: 2020-11-01 Location: Fredericton, Canada Additional Information: http://www.math.unb.ca/~gravity/ Contact: edward.wilson-ewing[AT]unb.ca The Gravity Group at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton intends to appoint one or more postdoctoral fellows beginning September 2021 for a period of two years (the precise start date is negotiable). The group has three faculty members (Viqar Husain, Sanjeev Seahra, and Edward Wilson-Ewing), several graduate students, and typically 1-2 postdocs. Research interests include classical general relativity, cosmology and quantum gravity. Applications must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications) and a research statement. Applications should be emailed to: gravity.unb [AT] unb.ca Applicants should also arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent directly to the same email address, with the applicant's name in the subject line. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, and Indigenous people. The deadline for receipt of completed applications (including reference letters) is November 1, 2020. Applicants may be asked to apply for an Atlantic Association for Research in the Mathematical Sciences (AARMS | aarms.math.ca) postdoctoral fellowship (deadline mid-November). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.14. Postdoctoral Position in Astrophysics and Gravitational Physics, Baltimore, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17525 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, USA) Additional Information: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16960 Contact: berti[AT]jhu.edu The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Johns Hopkins University invites applications for one postdoctoral research position in gravitational-wave astronomy beginning September 2021. The position is supported by the NSF award "Collaborative Research: Understanding Compact Binary Formation With The First Gravitational Wave Detections" (Co-PIs: Emanuele Berti and Bangalore Sathyaprakash, Penn State). The ideal applicant should have expertise in general relativity, gravitational-wave source modeling, gravitational-wave data analysis, and the astrophysics of compact binary systems. The goal of this research is to use gravitational-wave observations to explore astrophysical models of compact binaries, and to examine the implication of inspiralling binaries as standard sirens for cosmology. The applicant is expected to interact with other faculty, postdocs and students at Johns Hopkins and Penn State. The Johns Hopkins group is part of the LISA Consortium, of the COST Action "CA 16104 Gravitational waves, black holes and fundamental physics (GWverse)", of the MSCA-RISE Network "Gravitational Universe: Challenges and Opportunities", and of the Indo-U.S. "Centre for the Exploration of Extreme Gravity", among others. A Ph.D. in physics is required. Applications should consist of a CV, list of publications, summary of research interests, and three letters of recommendation, submitted to Academic Jobs Online, at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16960 Applications will be due December 1, 2020. Johns Hopkins is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.15. Postdoctoral postions on general relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics simulations, Rochester, NY, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/25/postdoctoral-postions-on-gen… Deadline: 2020-11-30 Location: Rochester, NY, USA Additional Information: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/7f61e5ff Contact: manuela[AT]astro.rit.edu As part of several NASA and NSF collaborative projects, RIT's Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation (CCRG) is currently seeking to fill one or two postdoctoral research positions with 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. We are particularly interested in relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics simulations of accretion disks around supermassive black hole mergers, and binary 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. We are also interested to perform "event-based" simulations, using parameters informed by specific LIGO/Virgo detections, and thereby permitting much closer comparison with observables, in order to interpret current and future multi-messenger observations by a wide array of current and future detectors. The group is involved in several large collaborations, including the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC), The Einstein Toolkit Consortium (einsteintoolkit.org) and a NASA Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Network (TCAN) (compact-binaries.org). CCRG researchers have access to several computing cluster facilities at national computing centers such as XSEDE and the TACC's Frontera Supercomputer, as well as a dedicated over 3500-cores cluster and large storage pool hosted at the Center. The successful postdoctoral candidates will be Fellows of the "Frontier in Gravitational-Wave Astrophysics" (FGWA) Program hosted by CCRG (ccrg.rit.edu) and our broader Institute of Astrophysics (aspire.rit.edu). Initially appointed for three years, the Fellows can renewable for up to five years depending on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds. 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: manuela[AT]astro[dot]rit[dot]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 Please see the full advertisement at https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/7f61e5ff +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.16. Faculty positions in high energy astrophysics at Fudan University, Shanghai, China ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/27/faculty-positions-in-high-en… Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Shanghai, China Additional Information: http://phys.fudan.edu.cn Contact: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn The Department of Physics at Fudan University (Shanghai, China) invites applications from outstanding candidates for tenure-track Associate Professor positions in high energy astrophysics (X-ray, Gamma-ray, and GW astrophysics). Applicants must have a Doctoral Degree in physics, astronomy, or related field and an outstanding research record. They are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Salary, start-up grant, and housing allowance are competitive at international level. Fudan University is one of the most prestigious and selective universities in China. The Department of Physics counts about 80 faculty members, over 400 undergraduate students, and over 300 graduate students. Applications are accepted at any time and will be considered until opening positions are filled. For positions starting in September 2021, we suggest to submit all the application material by 1 December 2020. Applicants should submit full CV with publication list and research and teaching statements to Prof. Cosimo Bambi (email: bambi[AT]fudan.edu.cn). Please arrange also three or more recommendation letters to be sent separately to the same email address. For inquiries, please contact Ms. E Xu (email: xue[AT]fudan.edu.cn). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.17. Postdoctoral Scholar Positions in Computational Relativistic Astrophysics, State College, PA, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17542 Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: State College, PA, USA Additional Information: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/P… Contact: dur566[AT]psu.edu The successful candidate will work on the development of a new numerical relativity code for neutron star mergers and supernovae in collaboration with David Radice. This position requires a Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, astronomy, or a closely related field. Applications must be submitted electronically at the URL linked below and include a cover letter, a CV, and a statement of research interests. Applicants should arrange for three recommendation letters to be submitted to dur566[AT]psu.edu indicating the appropriate job number in the subject line. Applications received before December 1, 2020 will be given full consideration. The expected start date is September 1, 2021, although alternative start dates will also be considered. For more information, please visit https://www.gravity.psu.edu/. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with possibility of re-funding on a yearly basis for up to three years. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery , which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Questions can be directed to Dr. David Radice (dur566[AT]psu.edu). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.18. Postdoc in theoretical gravity at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/29/postdoc-in-theoretical-gravi… Deadline: 2020-10-31 Location: Prague, Czech Republic Additional Information: https://www.mff.cuni.cz/en/faculty/job-opportunities/open-competition/scien… Contact: konkurzy[AT]dekanat.mff.cuni.cz A postdoc research position in the field of the gravity physics at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, Charles University in Prague. The expertise of the applicant should be close to one of the following topics: mathematical general relativity, exact solutions of Einstein's field equations and their interpretation, global structure of space-times, compact objects in GR, black holes, gravitational waves, modified theories of gravity, theoretical cosmology, quantum gravity and quantum cosmology. ID of the position: 202010-PD-UTF The position is funded by the Czech Operational Programme Research, Development and Education, project International mobility of research, technical and administrative staff at the Charles University. The funding is available for one year, starting preferably from January 1, 2021 (negotiable). Salary is at the level of an associate professor. Possible further support will depend on the first-year experience and mutual agreement (and financial possibilities). Qualification requirements: Ph.D. in physics or related fields, obtained not earlier than 7 years before the starting date of the position (this may be extended by maternity or parental leave, long-term illness, taking care of a family member for more than 90 days, and military service), who, during the last 3 years, worked outside of the Czech Republic for at least 2 years at the half-time (or more) research position or was for this period of time a Ph.D. student abroad. An appropriate publishing activity is required, i.e., in the past 3 years, at least 2 publication outputs registered in Thomson Reuters Web of Science or Scopus. Electronic applications, i.e., a scan of the signed cover letter accompanied by curriculum vitae, list of publications, research statement, and a copy of PhD diploma, should be sent to the given email address by October 31, 2020. The subject of the e-mail should contain the ID of the position. The candidate should also arrange for two letters of recommendation to be emailed to the same address. The subjects of those e-mails should also contain the ID of the position. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.19. Postdoctoral position with focus on numerical relativity and strong-field tests of gravity, Urbana-Champaign, IL, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/30/postdoctoral-postion-with-fo… Deadline: 2020-12-01 Location: Urbana-Champaign, USA Additional Information: https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/#id1500 Contact: bshier[AT]illinois.edu The Illinois Relativity Group in the Department of Physics and the Gravity Group at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invite applications for a postdoctoral research associate position with focus on numerical relativity and strong-field tests of gravity. The successful candidate will join Professor Helvi Witek (Physics) to work with her team, Dr. Roland Haas (NCSA) and the NCSA Gravity group on new developments in numerical relativity, the Einstein Toolkit and their applications to test General Relativity and extensions thereof in the nonlinear regime of gravity, to probe for beyond-standard model particles and dark matter candidates with gravitational waves and to explore the extreme regime of gravity with future gravitational wave observatories. Furthermore, they 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, the Department of Astronomy, the School of Information Sciences, and the National Center for Supercomputer Applications. ICASU faculty working in closely related areas include Profs. Stu Shapiro, Nico Yunes, Charles Gammie, Gil Holder, Brian Fields, Yoni Kahn 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). Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics or a related field before the start date. Applicants are requested to submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a summary of previous and current research (limited to 2 pages) and (3) a research proposal (limited to 1 page), and (4) contact information of three referees via the application page https://my.physics.illinois.edu/join/#id1500 . The deadline for applications and all letters of recommendation is December 1, 2020 for full consideration. The expected starting date of the position is 15 August 2021. The initial position is for 2 years and can be extended by 1 year upon mutual agreement. Please contact Prof. Helvi Witek (hwitek[AT]illinois.edu) or Dr. Roland Haas (rhaas[AT]illinois.edu) with any questions, and include "Numerical Relativity Postdoc" in the subject line for all communications. 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). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.20. Research Fellowships in Space Sciences and Exploration, Noordwijk, The Netherlands ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17558 Deadline: 2020-10-29 Location: Noordwijk, The Netherlands Additional Information: https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/science-faculty/research-fellowship Contact: Jan-Uwe.Ness[AT]sciops.esa.int ESA's postdoctoral Research Fellowship programme offers young scientists and engineers the possibility to carry out research in a variety of disciplines related to space science, space applications or space technology. Research Fellowships in Space Science and Exploration specifically offer the opportunity to contribute to ESA's endeavour to explore our Solar System and the Universe in the fields of human and robotic exploration, heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics and fundamental physics. Research Fellows also help foster a lively scientific environment in the directorates, inspiring ESA scientists to get involved in new scientific activities. The Research Fellowship programme nurtures and strengthens the links between ESA and the scientific communities in the Member States. Approximately 9 ESA Fellowships in Space Science and 9 in Human and Robotic Exploration will be offered this year, to join the pool of about 30 Research Fellows in the two Directorates (Science and Human and Robotic Exploration). This year, the Directorate for Human and Robotic Exploration is interested in Research Fellows working on various specific projects with brief descriptions under: https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/science-faculty/hre. These Fellowships are offered at ESTEC, EAC, or ECSAT. Within the Directorate of Science, we are welcoming all proposals for innovative research associated with one or more of our missions. These Fellowships can be taken at any of the three sites: ESAC, ESTEC, or STScI. To learn more about the research conducted by the Directorate's scientists, please visit the Science Faculty site at https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/science-faculty/home. The appointments are initially for two years, with a third year extension frequently granted. Only citizens of ESA Member States or countries associated with ESA are eligible. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Deaths of Fred Cornish and Paddy Dolan ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17448 Additional Information: From the latest London Mathematical Society Newsletter, I learn that two UK relativists, Fred Cornish and Paddy Dolan, have died. Fred, formerly of the University of York, died on 15 May 2020. Paddy, formerly at Imperial College London, who was an assiduous attender at seminars and organizer of meetings, and will therefore have been known to many who worked or studied in London, died on 29 June 2020. I have no further details at present. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Special Issue "Universe: 5th Anniversary" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/08/special-issue-universe-5th-a… Additional Information: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/5th-universe Dear Colleagues, This year, Universe marks its 5th year after its inception. As Editor-in-Chief who leads it since its birth, I'd say that, so far, it performed well in an overly saturated arena with several well established and renown journals. It is so because of the exceptional quality of its Advisory and Editorial Boards, the competence and relentless dedication of its Editorial Staff, and, of course, Your efforts as authors and reviewers. So, it is just time to celebrate with all of You such achievements with this commemorative Special Issue which, hopefully, aims to collect high-profile articles from the forefront of the research in the fields covered by the journal: Cosmology, General Relativity and Gravitation (both theoretical and experimental), Field Theory, Foundations of Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Physics, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Astronomy. All articles will be rigorously peer-reviewed, often by (many) more than 2 referees, and the final decision, not rarely taken by myself, is never the mere arithmetic of the positive and negative reports. After a few days from acceptance, the articles will be edited, proofed and immediately published with the superb journal's layout offering advanced tools to track their visualizations and downloads. Thank you for your attention. With my best regards. Prof. Dr. Lorenzo Iorio Guest Editor ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Special Issue "New Frontiers in Astroparticle Physics: From Nuclear Reactions to Multimessenger Astronomy" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/08/special-issue-new-frontiers-… Additional Information: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/astroparticle_physics Dear Colleagues, Recent observations have opened completely new perspectives in the way we look at the Universe and the tools we can use to comprehend it. For the first time, the same source has been detected by means of both gravitational and electromagnetic waves, and this implies that now, objects of astrophysical interest can be observed in a much more complete way than before. This is indeed the start of a new era, meaning that the means and techniques of investigation will be qualitatively different from before. In this perspective, bringing together expertise from different fields in astroparticle physics is of paramount importance. In addition to the ones cited, there are many other topics considered to have the most comprehensive view of the field. For instance, in this context, a detailed understanding of the complex nuclear reactions taking place in the cores of massive objects is quite important, and for this, the study of the relative cross-sections performed at heavy ion accelerators can be helpful. Moreover, the constant search for candidates for dark matter and dark energy could provide an additional piece to this mosaic and complete the view we have of the Universe. Furthermore, the development of new detection systems, and the possibility to compare different kinds of data, obtained using various techniques, opens the way to multimessenger astronomy, which actually represents one of the most interesting frontiers in astroparticle physics. We believe that this is the right moment to provide a state-of-the-art summary of all most recent discoveries and developments, making an effort to combine the information coming from different fields and techniques of investigation. Contributions are expected to address, but are not limited to, the following areas: Multimessenger astronomy; Gravitational waves; Nuclear reactions of astrophysical interest; Astroparticle physics; Detection techniques for astroparticle physics; Dark matter and dark energy. Prof. Dr. Marcello Abbrescia Prof. Dr. Marina Trimarchi Guest Editors ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Special Issue "Cosmoparticle Physics in the Light of Andrei D. Sakharov's Legacy" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/08/special-issue-cosmoparticle-… Additional Information: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/Andrei_Sakharov Dear Colleagues, We comemorate in 2021 100th Anniversary of Andrei D. Sakahrov and UNESCO has nominated this year as the A.D. Sakharov year to celebrate his many achievement. "Cosmoparticle Physics as Cross-Disciplinary Science" is the last in the long list of Sakharov's publications, and thus, studies of the fundamental relationship of cosmology and particle physics continue his scientific legacy. Sakharov conditions in baryosynthesis, Sakharov oscillations in CMB or Sakharov enhancement in dark matter annihilation are only few examples of the great legacy of A.D. Sakharov in the modern theory of the Universe. This Special Issue aims to discuss the state-of-the-art in the development of Sakharov's legacy in studies of the mutual relationship of the basis of modern particle physics and cosmology, as well as the nontrivial features of its indirect physical, cosmological, and astrophysical probes. Such features involve but are not reduced to models of the very early Universe and their observational signatures, physics of dark matter and its direct and indirect probes, as well as to a wide range of models beyond the standard models of particle physics and cosmology and their effects. Prof. Dr. Maxim Yu. Khlopov Guest Editor ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. Joint Online Mathematical Relativity Colloquium (JoMaReC) to start on October 1st, 2020 ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/11/joint-online-mathematical-re… Additional Information: https://jomarec.org A new monthly online Mathematical Relativity colloquium will start on October 1st. It takes place every first Thursday of each month at 3:30 pm CET, except January and August. The colloquium was initiated with the aim to provide a broad, inclusive and lively platform for the dissemination of research related to General Relativity of the highest quality. It will run indefinitely, in particular, also well beyond the current COVID-19 pandemic. Please join us! The colloquium is meant to be accessible to and informative for mathematicians and mathematical physicists with a background in General Relativity, widely interpreted to include Lorentzian Geometry, and Geometric Analysis of various Partial Differential Equations related to General Relativity. It is aimed to present motivation and applications of particular results and/or introduce specific subfields, while refraining from too many technicalities. List of the first three speakers: Oct 1 - Hans Ringstrom (KTH Stockholm - Sweden) Nov 5 - Greg Galloway (University of Miami - USA) Dec 3 - Lydia Bieri (University of Michigan, Ann Arbor - USA) Further information: https://jomarec.org To sign up for the mailing list: https://jomarec.org/newsletter Organizers: A. Burtscher (Nijmegen), C. Cederbaum (Tuebingen), G. Fournodavlos (Paris), A. Franzen (Lisbon), J. Metzger (Potsdam), A. Sakovich (Uppsala) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.6. 2020 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize for Outstanding Research in General Relativity ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/14/2020-giulio-rampa-thesis-pri… Additional Information: http://www-2.unipv.it/dottorati/scienzeetecnologie/fisica/n/web_PhD/index.p… We are pleased to announce that the 2020 Giulio Rampa Thesis Prize for outstanding research in General Relativity will be presented to Dr. Tommaso De Lorenzo. The committee consisting of Profs. Lars Andersson, Mauro Carfora, Gerhard Huisken, Luciano Rezzolla, Fulvio Ricci prepared the following laudatio: "...Dr. De Lorenzo's thesis, "Black holes as a Gateway to Quantum: Classical and Semi-classical Explorations" masters an impressive range of topics in quantum gravity, providing novel insights into deep conceptual problems of classical and quantum black holes physics. The fresh point of view discussed by Tommaso De Lorenzo has already influenced several existing approaches to analyze black hole evaporation and it will certainly continue to have an impact on the subject. It is a pleasure to see a Ph.D. thesis accomplish such a feat in a research field where one has to master a very large body of ideas in differential geometry, general relativity and quantum field theory and make real progress..." The prize is sponsored by The University of Pavia and by the Italian Society for Relativity and Gravitational Physics (SIGRAV) to honor the memory of Giulio Rampa and is given, every two years, to a graduate student for outstanding research in general relativity. The prize has been established in 2011, and is endowed under the terms of a donation from Nadia and Giorgio Rampa. Each GRT prize carries a certificate and a net check for EUR 2,000. The prizes will be presented to Tommaso De Lorenzo at the 24th edition of the "Italian Society for General Relativity and Gravitation (SIGRAV) Conference" to be held at Urbino, Italy, in September 2021 (the planned 2020 conference moved to 2021 as a consequence of the Covid19 pandemic). This is the biennial Conference of the Italian Society for General Relativity and Gravitation (SIGRAV) devoted to all aspects of gravitational physics. The Rampa Prize winner will have the opportunity to present his work during a special session of the conference. The winner will also be announced during the annual Honours Ceremony during the Inauguration of the Graduate Studies Academic Year 2020/2021 in Pavia. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.7. COST GWverse: Exchange of researchers working on gravitational-wave and black hole physics ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17507 Additional Information: https://gwverse.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/ In the context of the European COST Action CA16104 on Gravitational waves, black holes and fundamental physics (GWverse), grants for short term scientific missions (STSMs) are available. We are inviting you to submit proposals for STMSs starting after Dec 1, 2020 and ending before Mar 31, 2021 (applications outside this timeframe will be discarded). This call closes on Oct 31, 2020. All proposals will be reviewed and the results will be announced by Nov 15, 2020. The selection committee will take into account the geographical distribution of host and home institution, matching of funds by the host, the scientific proposal and the experience of the applicant (preference is given to Early Career Investigators). Successful applicants will be expected to join as members of one (or more) of the Action's Working Groups. STSM recipients should acknowledge the COST Action in any publication or talks, through the use of the COST logo and the statement "The authors would like to acknowledge networking support by the COST Action GWverse CA16104". STSMs are a great opportunity for all scientists within the COST Action to exchange visits, nurture collaborations, or develop new ones. Further details are available at the GWverse webpage: https://gwverse.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/stsms/ If you have any question, please contact the STSM Coordinator Andreja Gomboc: andreja.gomboc[at]ung.si ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.8. Special Issue "keV Warm Dark Matter (LambdaWDM) in Agreement with Observations In Tribute to Hector J. De Vega" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/25/special-issue-kev-warm-dark-… Additional Information: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/kWDM Dear Colleagues, Research into keV warm dark matter (WDM) is progressing fast. The subject is new and essentially works, naturally reproducing astronomical observations over all scales, from small and intermediate galactic scales to large (cosmological) scales (LambdaWDM). Astronomical evidence that Cold Dark Matter (CDM) and its proposed tailored baryonic cures/recipes do not work at the small and galactic scales is staggering. This Special Issue addresses the clarifying and impressive progress made in keV warm dark matter galaxies in agreement with observations. In the tradition of the Chalonge-de Vega School, an effort of clarification and synthesis is made by combining theory, analysis, observation, and numerical simulation results in a conceptual framework. This Special Issue aims to put together astrophysical, cosmological, particle, and nuclear keV WDM research - including models and experimental searches, theory, and analytical and numerical frameworks - that reproduces astronomical and cosmic observations at all scales. We invite our colleagues to submit their works to this Special Issue in Tribute to Hector J. de Vega https://chalonge-devega.fr/HdeV.html. Mini-reviews can be submitted as well. All submitted papers must include clear purposes, results, and clear conclusions. This collection of papers will thus register the exciting ongoing theoretical and experimental developments in (i) the search for the leading keV WDM particle candidates and (ii) the impact of keV WDM astrophysics (including its signatures and constraints with high-redshift galaxies and clusters, cosmic recombination, 21 cm line, and implications for star formation) with or for the JWST, HST, SKA, X-ray astronomy, gravitational lensing, and other astronomical observations, as well as news from KATRIN, ECHo, and other experiments. Exciting keV WDM work to perform is ahead of us. Prof. Dr. Norma G. Sanchez Guest Editor https://chalonge-devega.fr/sanchez/ Manuscript Submission Information https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/special_issues/kWDM ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.9. Call for papers for planned book: Hermann Minkowski and the Reality of Spacetime ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/26/call-for-papers-for-planned-… Additional Information: http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/minkowski3.html Dear Colleagues, The Minkowski Institute Press (http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/) will publish the volume "Hermann Minkowski and the Reality of Spacetime" with papers on whether or not Minkowski's arguments in his 1908 lecture "Space and Time" (based on the experimental evidence at that time) unambiguously prove that spacetime is real. The reason for the publication of this volume is that since Minkowski's lecture, unlike the adoption of the developed by him four-dimensional (spacetime) formalism, Minkowski's arguments for the reality of spacetime have been ignored. Even worse - some physicists (unfortunately even relativists) claim that Minkowski's four-dimensional formalism is "just a description" and / or that the question of the reality of spacetime belongs to philosophy. But the majority of relativists appear to understand well that the dimensionality of the (macroscopic) world is not "just a description" and it is physics that determines it, not philosophy. The only requirement for submitted papers is that they must explicitly address Minkowski's arguments. Why? See the abstract at http://www.minkowskiinstitute.org/mip/books/WhySpacetimeIsReal.pdf. If interested please contact: mip[AT]minkowskiinstitute.org Vesselin Petkov Minkowski Institute Montreal, Quebec, Canada vpetkov[AT]minkowskiinstitute.org http://spacetimecentre.org/vpetkov/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.10. Living Reviews in Relativity: "Prospects for observing and localizing GW transients with Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/29/living-reviews-in-relativity… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity The open-access journal Living Reviews in Relativity has published an updated review article on 28 September 2020: Abbott, B.P. et al., "Prospects for observing and localizing gravitational-wave transients with Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA", Living Rev Relativ 23, 3 (2020) https://doi.org/10.1007/s41114-020-00026-9 Update details: Since publication of the previous version (Abbott et al 2018), several updates to the document have been made. The most significant changes are that we now frame our projections in terms of observing runs, we include final results from O2, and we updated our localization projections to include KAGRA as a fourth detector. Key differences are outlined in the Appendix. Abstract: We present our current best estimate of the plausible observing scenarios for the Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA gravitational-wave detectors over the next several years, with the intention of providing information to facilitate planning for multi-messenger astronomy with gravitational waves. We estimate the sensitivity of the network to transient gravitational-wave signals for the third (O3), fourth (O4) and fifth observing (O5) runs, including the planned upgrades of the Advanced LIGO and Advanced Virgo detectors. We study the capability of the network to determine the sky location of the source for gravitational-wave signals from the inspiral of binary systems of compact objects, that is binary neutron star, neutron star-black hole, and binary black hole systems. [...] Please, visit frequently our relativity channel (https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity) at http://livingreviews.org for other news. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Experimental Tests and Signatures of Modified and Quantum Gravity, Bad Honnef, Germany 1.2. Quantum spacetime and the Renormalization Group, Online workshop 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoctoral Positions in the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic 2.2. Postdoctoral Fellowships in Turkey, Istanbul, Turkey 2.3. Postdoc opportunities in General Relativity, Dublin, Ireland 2.4. Postdoctoral researcher in gravitational physics at the University of Mississippi, USA 2.5. Postdoctoral position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany 3. News 3.1. Piotr T. Chrusciel, Geometry of black holes 3.2. "Superradiance (2020 Edition)" by R. Brito, V. Cardoso and P. Pani 3.3. News from the Chalonge De Vega School 3.4. Living Reviews in Relativity: "AdS black holes, holography and localization" 3.5. Scientific program of the 4th Zeldovich meeting ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Experimental Tests and Signatures of Modified and Quantum Gravity, Bad Honnef, Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/17/experimental-tests-and-signa… Starting: 2021-02-01 to 2021-02-05 Location: Bad Honnef, Germany Additional Information: https://www.we-heraeus-stiftung.de/index.php?id=1536 Contact: christian.pfeifer[AT]ut.ee Two major unsolved questions in fundamental physics are related to the gravity: What is the nature of Dark Matter and Dark Energy, and, what is the theory of quantum gravity? From the theoretical point of view these questions stimulated various fundamental approaches to a theory of quantum gravity, such as string theory, loop quantum gravity, canonical quantum gravity, noncommutative geometry, asymptotic safety and others as well as phenomenological models such as doubly or deformed special relativity and the relative locality framework. Moreover, numerous classical modifications of General Relativity have been suggested such as scalar-tensor theories, f(R)-theories, bi-metric gravity, tensor-vector-scalar gravity or metric affine gravity, Poincare gauge theory, telleparallel gravity, Finsler gravity and many more. The viability of these alternative or extended theories of gravity has to be tested by comparison of predictions with experimental data. It is important that this comparison is done on all scales from the whole universe, i.e. on cosmological scales, via galaxy-clusters, galaxies, binary systems, black holes, the solar system, satellite experiments, down to laboratory experiments at micrometer and smallest scales, i.e. high energy scales looking for new elementary particles like axions or WIMPs. This seminar aims for discussing predictions and their comparison with experiments of extended and modified classical and quantum theories of gravity, on all scales. The goal is to identify theories, which are consistent on all scales, and, to identify observables, in which deviations of general relativity or the quantum nature of gravity is most likely to manifest itself. Organizing Committee: Dr. Christian Pfeifer, Laboratory for Theoretical Physics, University of Tartu Prof. Dr. Claus Laemmerzahl, ZARM, University of Bremen +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Quantum spacetime and the Renormalization Group, Online workshop --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17409 Starting: 2020-10-12 to 2020-10-16 Location: Online Additional Information: https://www.cp3-origins.dk/quantum-spacetime-and-the-renormalization-group/ Contact: eichhorn[AT]cp3.sdu.dk This is the fifth in a series of workshops on Quantum Spacetime and the Renormalization Group, bringing together researchers exploring a broad range of research avenues in Quantum Gravity, including, but not limited to, Asymptotically Safe Gravity, Causal and Euclidean Dynamical Triangulations, Causal Sets, Group Field Theories, Spin Foam models and Tensor Models. Previous installments took place at the Perimeter Institute in 2014, at Nordita in 2015, at the Lorentz Center in Leiden in 2017 and in Bad Honnef in 2018. The workshop will take place online. A particular focus will be placed on making it as interactive as possible. The schedule, including more information on the details of the online format, will appear in due course. To ensure a good discussion atmosphere, the maximum number of participants is limited. Application for participation is possible on the webpage. The main goals of the workshop are - contributing to sharpening the major conceptual and technical open questions of the field and identifying routes to answer these. - triggering new collaborations, in particular between researchers from neighboring communities, enabling a fruitful exchange of ideas and transfer of knowledge. - providing in particular young researchers with a comprehensive overview of the most pressing questions in the field and motivating them to tackle these from new angles. - producing novel ideas how to bridge the gap between a fundamental theory of quantum gravity and observations and triggering new developments towards observational tests of quantum gravity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoctoral Positions in the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/05/postdoctoral-positions-in-th… Deadline: 2020-10-15 Location: Prague, Czech Republic Additional Information: http://astro.cas.cz/ Contact: gglukes[AT]asu.cas.cz The Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences invites applications for two post-doctoral positions in the Relativistic Astrophysics Group at the Prague section of the Institute. The appointment is initially for one year; an extension for another year is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance and availability of funds. Both positions will be funded through the project "Impact of Resonances and Chaos in Gravitational Waves from Extreme Mass Ratio Inspirals", which is supported by the Czech Academy of Sciences. The salary will be based on the domestic level and it includes health insurance. Commencement is expected on the 1st of January 2021. Candidates are expected to demonstrate research experience at least in one of the following topics: orbital dynamics in EMRIs (Mathisson-Papapetrou equations, effective one-body approximation, self-force, post-Newtonian mechanics), gravitational waves (analytical and numerical calculation, data analysis, synergy with electromagnetic signatures), chaos theory in dynamical astronomy. A successful applicant will join Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos and his research team supported by the Lumina quaeruntur premium provided by the Czech Academy of Sciences. Applications containing a Cover Letter, a Curriculum Vitae, a List of Publications, and a Summary of Research Plans should be submitted in a single pdf to: sekretariat[AT]asu.cas.cz subject: "EMRI postdoc 2020 - Prague" cc: gglukes[AT]asu.cas.cz Two recommendation letters have to be sent to the same email addresses with the same subject. In the application please provide the exact date of your PhD defense or attach a statement from the supervisor certifying the planned date of the defense. The successful candidate must hold a PhD degree in the field and present a certificate of that by the date of employment. Preferences will be given to early-stage researchers. A necessary condition for the appointment is to satisfy the legal requirements for being employed in Czech Republic. For informal inquiries about the position please feel free to email Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos. To receive full consideration please submit your application and arrange your recommendation letters to be sent by 15th October 2020. Applications will be acknowledged by email. Once the selection process is completed, the successful applicant will be notified. Further information: o See http://www.asu.cas.cz for the list of working groups at the Institute. o See http://www.euraxess.cz for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic. o See https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living. Note: Please understand that the COVID-19 challenge may prevent us from admitting applicants from some regions because of legal or travel restrictions related to the current medical situation in the world. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoctoral Fellowships in Turkey, Istanbul, Turkey ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/11/postdoctoral-fellowships-in-… Deadline: 2020-09-15 Location: Istanbul, Turkey Additional Information: http://cocirc2.org.tr/ Contact: framazanoglu[AT]ku.edu.tr Short Description: Turkey will host many Cofunded Brain Circulation Scheme (CoCirc2) fellows in the coming years in all areas of research. This is very similar to MSCA fellowships in terms of application procedure, duration and financial benefits, but the host institution has to be in Turkey. If you are a gravitational physicist (especially working on gravitational waves, numerical relativity and/or alternative theories) interested in working with Fethi M Ramazanoglu at Koc University, please read on. Co-Funded Brain Circulation Scheme (CoCirculation2) is a program managed by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK) and funded jointly by TUBITAK and Europe's 7th Framework Programme. The fellowship is quite similar to MSCA Fellowships in structure, but the host has to be in Turkey. It aims to attract qualified researchers from abroad, and will fund around 25 fellows for 24 months . Detailed information can be found at http://cocirc2.org.tr/ - The fellowship is not restricted to any specific research discipline. - Each recipient will receive a monthly living and mobility allowance of 5050 Euros and monthly Research, Training and Networking cost of 800 Euros (note that living expenses in Turkey are considerably lower than the EU average). - There is no restriction on citizenship, please see the website about other eligibility requirements such as research experience. - There is a possibility of up to 6 months of secondments outside Turkey. - This year's applications opened on 4 August 2020, and close on 30 October 2020, but i will hold an internal deadline of September 15 to have time to finalize the proposal. - In my experience, the chances of being awarded this fellowship is considerably higher than obtaining the MSCA Fellowship since the host institute has to be in Turkey. The application procedure is also very similar to the MSCA Fellowships. Every applicant applies together with a supervisor, and to a specific institution. If you are interested in postdoctoral research on gravitational physics at Koc University, please send a CV with publication list and a short research statement (in summary or full length) to framazanoglu[AT]ku.edu.tr by our internal deadline of September 15. You can find my research interests at http://mysite.ku.edu.tr/framazanoglu/. I will pick one or two of the applicants to finalize proposals to submit. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Postdoc opportunities in General Relativity, Dublin, Ireland ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17422 Deadline: 2020-10-18 Location: Dublin, Ireland Additional Information: http://research.ie/funding/goipd/?f=postdoctoral Contact: brien.nolan[AT]dcu.ie The Irish Research Council Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme is a competitive scheme funding 2-year research fellowships across all disciplines. The Relativity Group in Dublin City University (Abraham Harte, Brien Nolan, Ko Sanders, Peter Taylor and IRC Postdoc Aindriu Conroy) invites expressions of interest from potential applicants working in classical General Relativity (self-force/problem of motion, mathematical relativity, wave propagation in curved spacetimes, exact solutions) or in Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime (renormalisation, quantum aspects of black hole physics, algebraic QFT, mathematical aspects of QFT). The deadline for full applications to the IRC is 19th November 2020. To allow time for the collaborative preparation of a competitive application, those interested in the scheme should contact one of those named below by Sunday 18th October 2020, including a short cv and a brief statement of research interests. Terms and conditions for the 2021 scheme can be found at the link above. Note in particular that applicants must have either graduated or have been certified as having fulfilled all the requirements for the award of a doctoral degree, including the submission of the hardbound corrected thesis, within the five-year period between 31 May 2016 and 31 May 2021. Abraham Harte (abraham.harte[AT]dcu.ie) Brien Nolan (brien.nolan[AT]dcu.ie) Ko Sanders (jacobus.sanders[AT]dcu.ie) Peter Taylor (peter.taylor[AT]dcu.ie) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. Postdoctoral researcher in gravitational physics at the University of Mississippi, USA ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/31/postdoctoral-researcher-in-g… Deadline: 2020-11-15 Location: Oxford, MS, USA Additional Information: https://relativity.phy.olemiss.edu/GR/?x=entry:entry200831-175310 Contact: lcstein[AT]olemiss.edu The gravity group at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in gravitational physics/astrophysics, with emphasis on: numerical relativity, testing general relativity, strong-field gravity, compact objects, gravitational waves, gravitational-wave data analysis, and related topics. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in numerical relativity and/or testing general relativity. A PhD in physics/mathematics/astronomy is required by the time of the initial appointment. The position is for two years, with potential for renewal for a third year contingent on performance and funding. The successful applicant will develop and advance their own independent research program, collaborate with UMiss gravity group faculty (Leo Stein, Anuradha Gupta, and Luca Bombelli) on their research, and help to train UM students. UMiss is a member of the Simulating eXtreme Spacetimes (SXS) collaboration, and the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC), and will thus provide ample opportunities to collaborate with other SXS and LSC member institutions. The nominal starting date for the position is Aug. 23, 2021, but is flexible. Applicants should submit an application by sending an email to grpostdoc[at]phy.olemiss.edu, including: a complete CV in PDF format (including publication list); a research proposal which covers research interests and experience; and contact information for three professional references who may provide letters. Letters are not requested at this time; these will be solicited later. Use the email subject "Gravity postdoc." Review of applications will begin Nov. 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct questions about the position to Leo Stein lcstein[AT]olemiss.edu. The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.5. Postdoctoral position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/09/01/postdoctoral-position-in-rel… Deadline: 2020-10-31 Location: Frankfurt, Germany Additional Information: https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/ Contact: steidl[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.dee Postdoctoral position in Theoretical Astrophysics, Frankfurt, Germany The group of Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics in Frankfurt invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Relativistic Theoretical Astrophysics. Candidates should have a PhD in astrophysics, physics or applied mathematics. Candidates with knowledge and experience in modelling the electromagnetic emission from short GRBs and GRB phenomenology will be particularly favoured. Research experience with simulations in numerical relativity, relativistic hydrodynamics and MHD is seen as an advantage but not as a prerequisite. The successful applicant will be part of an international research group at the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Frankfurt, Germany. Interests of the group span from the modelling of the physics of neutron stars and black holes, to fundamental issues in gravitational physics (https://relastro.uni-frankfurt.de/). Frankfurt am Main is a lively and international city, and Europe's financial center. The application should comprise a CV, a publication list, and a research summary and proposal. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the address below. Applications will have to be sent by 31.10.2020 for full consideration, but the search will remain open till the optimal candidate is found. The position is initially for two years and can be extended - depending on successful performance and availability of funds. The expected starting date is 01.01.2021, but earlier/later appointments can be negotiated. Applications should be made electronically and sent to: Fr. Astrid Steidl: steidl[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de and to CC-ed to rezzolla[AT]itp.uni-frankfurt.de +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Piotr T. Chrusciel, Geometry of black holes ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/08/piotr-t-chrusciel-geometry-o… Additional Information: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/geometry-of-black-holes-97801988554… New textbook From the publisher's web page: There exists a large scientific literature on black holes, including many excellent textbooks at various levels. However, most of these steer clear from the mathematical niceties needed to make the theory of black holes a mathematical theory. Those which maintain a high mathematical standard are either focused on specific topics, or skip many details. The objective of this book is to fill this gap and present a detailed, mathematically oriented, extended introduction to the subject. The book provides a wide background to the current research on all mathematical aspects of the geometry of black hole spacetimes. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. "Superradiance (2020 Edition)" by R. Brito, V. Cardoso and P. Pani ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17411 Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030466213 Dear hyperspace community, We would like to announce the second edition of "Superradiance", co-authored by R. Brito, V. Cardoso and P. Pani, Springer Lecture Notes in Physics vol. 906 (2015). Details of the book are available at https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030466213 or in Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Superradiance-Frontiers-Black-Physics-Lecture/dp/303… This volume gives a unified picture of the multifaceted subject of superradiance, with a focus on recent developments in the field, ranging from fundamental physics to astrophysics. The book covers all our current understanding on the physics of the amplification of waves by a medium, including classical effects such as the Cherenkov effect. The main body of the book deals with superradiance in black hole physics, with important applications in astrophysics and particle physics. Each chapter ends with a list of outstanding open problems and future directions. The second edition corrects a number of typos and, most importantly, adds and updates several sections, reflecting the intense activity in the field in the last years. Current bounds on ultralight fields are summarized in a Table, and will be updated online regularly. Best wishes to all, stay safe, Richard Brito, Vitor Cardoso, Paolo Pani ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. News from the Chalonge De Vega School ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/29/news-from-the-chalonge-de-ve… Additional Information: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2020.html International School Daniel Chalonge - Hector de Vega Science with great intellectual endeavour and a Human face Open Science and Open Access. Scientific Research, Training and Scientific Culture Symposium, Tribute, Videoconferences. Ginsburg Landau Inflation News with Grand Unification and its predictions for the CMB and Large Scale Structures. Daniel Chalonge Medal and Hector de Vega Medal 2020. Hubble's constant and Dark Energy at the center of cosmology. Information Sciences, science linguistics and scientific creativity. And that is not all (quote from Henri Poincare') ... - Symposium in Celebration of E. Margaret Burbidge. Report and AAS Video of the event: https://baas.aas.org/pub/2020i0205/release/1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaGzYrFgNYo - The Hubble - Constant Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0UolX-xdD_hU8Rl-qSbLA/ - Daniel Chalonge Medal and Hector de Vega Medal 2020: The two medals are awarded this year to Dr Adam G. Riess (Johns Hopkins University and SSTI, Baltimore) Nobel Prize in Physics in Cosmology. The medals are awarded for his contribution to the discovery of dark energy, to its interpretation as a cosmological constant and to his continuous results on the Hubble constant. Information on the conference event and medal presentation will be announced. - Hommage to Olivier Le Fevre. https://www.lam.fr/IMG/pdf/hommage.pdf - Quantum Universe, H0 and Dark Energy Visioconference by Norma Sanchez https://chalonge-devega.fr/NSanchez.mp4 https://chalonge-devega.fr/NormaSanchez-20May2020.pdf - Constraints on dynamical dark energy models from the abundance of massive high redshift galaxies Visioconference by Nicola Menci https://chalonge-devega.fr/NMenci.mp4 https://chalonge-devega.fr/Menci_presentation.pdf - News on Ginsburg-Landau Inflation and Grand Unification for and from the next CMB and LSS observations: https://chalonge-devega.fr/PredictivePhysicsSanchez.pdf And that is not all (quote from Henri Poincare')... Find the whole Chalonge - de Vega Programme 2020 New Universe and New Black Holes. Quantum Physics and Dark Energy at: https://chalonge-devega.fr/Programme2020.html With compliments and best regards The Daniel Chalonge - Hector de Vega School https://chalonge-devega.fr/HdeV.html https://chalonge-devega.fr ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. Living Reviews in Relativity: "AdS black holes, holography and localization" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/31/living-reviews-in-relativity… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity The open-access journal Living Reviews in Relativity has published a new review article on 28 August 2020: Alberto Zaffaroni, "AdS black holes, holography and localization", Living Rev Relativ 23, 2 (2020) https://doi.org/10.1007/s41114-020-00027-8 Abstract: I review some recent progresses in counting the number of microstates of AdS supersymmetric black holes in dimension equal or greater than four using holography. The counting is obtained by applying localization and matrix model techniques to the dual field theory. I cover in details the case of dyonic AdS4 black holes, corresponding to a twisted compactification of the dual field theory, and I discuss the state of the art for rotating AdS5 black holes. Please, visit frequently our relativity channel (https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity) at http://livingreviews.org for other news. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. Scientific program of the 4th Zeldovich meeting ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/08/31/scientific-program-of-the-4t… Additional Information: http://www.icranet.org/zeldovich4 We are happy to announce the preliminary program of the 4th Zeldovich meeting, please see: http://www.icranet.org/images/stories/Meetings/ZM4/program.pdf. The time in the program is indicated in the Central European Time (CET). The meeting will be held within the Gotomeeting platform. It will be also steamed at the ICRANet YouTube channel. Additional information can be found at the website of the meeting: http://icranet.org/zeldovich4. We are looking forward to meeting you soon! The organizers ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Vienna Summer School 2020 on Gravitational Quantum Physics, Vienna, Austria 1.2. Online Workshop: Quantum Information in QFT and AdS/CFT, India 1.3. 14th International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology, online 1.4. The 7th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity, Lodz, Poland 1.5. Advances In Computational Relativity - ICERM@BROWN 2. Jobs 2.1. Postdoc Position in Numerical Relativity, Jena, Germany 2.2. Postdoc position, Fukuoka, Japan 2.3. BS/Master/PhD Programs in Physics, Famagusta, Cyprus 3. News 3.1. Workshop on Advances and Challenges in Computational Relativity 3.2. Presision 2020: Online Undergraduate (Pre-PhD) Physics Symposium ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Vienna Summer School 2020 on Gravitational Quantum Physics, Vienna, Austria --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/07/03/vienna-summer-school-2020-on… Starting: 2020-09-03 to 2020-09-06 Location: Vienna, Austria Additional Information: https://turis.at/summer-school-2020/ Contact: coqus[AT]univie.ac.at The "Vienna Summer School 2020 on Gravitational Quantum Physics" will now be held ONLINE from September 3rd to 6th. The 2020 summer school is aimed at young graduate students who want to get familiar with the status and challenges in exploring the fascinating interface between quantum physics and gravity. It will feature introductory lectures into the relevant concepts of both general relativity and quantum theory and will provide an overview of (classical and quantum) tests of gravity and their relevance for fundamental physics. After providing an introduction into the theoretical framework of quantum field theories in and of curved space-time the school will conclude with lectures discussing attempts to unify general relativity and quantum mechanics. Confirmed lecturers are: - Caslav Brukner (University of Vienna) - Georgi Dvali (Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich) - Renate Loll (Radboud University Nijmegen) - Eduardo Martin-Martinez (University of Waterloo) - Guglielmo Tino (Universita di Firenze) - Robert Wald (University of Chicago) - Anton Zeilinger (University of Vienna) - Magdalena Zych (University of Queensland) The lectures will be complemented by tutorial sessions. There will also be the possibility to present a poster. More detailed information about the program and the events can be found on our website. The registration will be open until 2nd of August. As places are limited, please register at your earliest convenience. We hope to see you soon in Vienna. Sincerely, The local organization committee: Markus Aspelmeyer Veronika Baumann Christopher Hilweg Louise Jottrand Marius Krumm Susanne Ninaus-Meznik David Trillo Tobias Westphal +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. Online Workshop: Quantum Information in QFT and AdS/CFT, India --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17352 Starting: 2020-08-06 to 2020-08-07 Location: India Additional Information: http://events.iitgn.ac.in/2020/QI/ Contact: abhattacharyya[AT]iitgn.ac.in The workshop brings together some of the leading global experts to discuss recent developments on quantum information and computation applied to field theory and holography. This workshop is organized jointly by the members of Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar (IITGN), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore and Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IITH) working on quantum gravity. For the list of the speakers please visit our workshop webpage. Organizers: Arpan Bhattacharyya, IIT-Gandhinagar (IITGN), Shubho Roy, IIT-Hyderabad (IITH), Aninda Sinha, Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The workshop will be on the online platform Zoom. The Zoom link and the program schedule will be shared with the registered participants by email. For the registration please visit the webpage. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. 14th International Conference on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology, online --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/07/20/14th-international-conferenc… Starting: 2020-08-17 to 2020-08-21 Location: Jhongli, Taiwan Additional Information: https://icgac14.phy.ncu.edu.tw/ Contact: icgac14[AT]gmail.com ICGAC14 is the series of biennial conferences on Gravitation, Astrophysics and Cosmology which take place in the Asia-Pacific region, with the goals to promote cooperation among the member countries and within an international context, high level studies on hot topics and to encourage young physicists on these fields. This conference has been one of the key programs sponsored by APCTP over the past twenty years. It has been hosted by AP regions: Seoul, Korea (1993); Hsinchu, Taiwan (1995); Tokyo, Japan (1997); Beijing, China (1999); Moscow, Russia (2001); Seoul, Korea (2003); Jhongli, Taiwan (2005); Nara, Japan (2007); Wuhan, China (2009); Qui-Nhon, Vietnam (2011); Almaty, Kazakhstan (2013); Moscow, Russia (2015), Seoul, Korea (2017). After ICGAC-XIII at Ewha Womans University (2017), it will be held at National Central University, Taiwan in 2020 as a sequence of MG, GRG and ICGAC for every three years. Due to the COVID-19 virus, the ICGAC14 will be arranged as a Web Conference. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. The 7th Conference of the Polish Society on Relativity, Lodz, Poland --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17370 Starting: 2020-09-25 to 2020-09-27 Location: Lodz, Poland Additional Information: https://fizyka.p.lodz.pl/en/potor7/ Contact: potor7[AT]info.p.lodz.pl The 7th annual conference of the Polish Society on Relativity will be held at the Lodz University of Technology on September 25-27, 2020. The conference is divided into six sessions: - Mathematical Relativity I: Global structures of spacetime, black holes, initial conditions - Mathematical relativity II: Twistor theory, complex methods, conformal geometry, exact solutions - Numerical methods in relativity - Models of quantum gravity - Cosmology and astrophysics - Gravitational waves The coverage of respective topics should be considered rather broadly. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, this year's meeting is organized in a mixed local/remote formula. The sessions will be transmitted online to integrate remote participants with local ones. There is the limit of 40 local participants to be physically present in Lodz. We would particularly welcome students participants if we are oversubscribed. There is no registration fee and the organizers cannot provide travel or accommodation refunds. Some financial support may be available for Ph.D. students and sudents. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.5. Advances In Computational Relativity - ICERM@BROWN --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/07/31/advances-in-computational-re… Starting: 2020-09-09 to 2020-12-11 Location: Providence, RI, USA Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/ Contact: sfield[AT]umassd.edu This is a second announcement of the semester program at ICERM (Brown University) in Providence titled "Advances in Computational Relativity". Due to COVID-19, we'll be moving this program primarily online. Workshops will run as scheduled online using Zoom but workshop speakers and participants will not travel to ICERM. Semester-long activities, including working groups and seminars, will include a significant online component as well. ICERM will only be able to physically host 16-20 people, and only extended visitors spending 1-3 months in residence Please apply using the link "Apply with Cube" at the program website if you would like to participate in workshops and/or semester-long activities. This semester program aims to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations involving mathematicians, statisticians and the relativity community with the goals of: (i) work towards solving some of the most pressing mathematical modeling, numerical simulation, and data analysis issues facing the gravitational wave community, (ii) fostering an environment for the deep collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas between mathematicians, statisticians, and the relativity community, (iii) creating new subfields within computational mathematics that focus on important, pressing issues related to gravitational waves. Although the program will run over the entire Fall 2020 semester with several researchers staying the semester at ICERM, researchers are welcome to participate at any convenient block of time. In addition, there will be a week-long workshop once every month organized by topic. Dates and workshop titles appear below: 9/14: Workshop 1: "Advances and Challenges in Computational Relativity." (with a focus on gravitational waves from compact objects) 10/5: Workshop 2: "Mathematical and Computational Approaches for solving the source-free Einstein field equations." 10/26: Workshop 3: "Mathematical and Computational Approaches for the Einstein field equations with matter fields" 11/16: Workshop 4: "Statistical methods for the detection, classification, and inference of relativistic objects" Scientific Organizing Committee: Stefanos Aretakis, UToronto Doug Arnold, UMN Manuela Campanelli, RIT Scott Field, UMass Dartmouth Jonathan Gair, AEI Jae-Hun Jung, SUNY Buffalo Gaurav Khanna, UMass Dartmouth Stephen Lau, UNM Steve Liebling, LIU Deirdre Shoemaker, GTech Jared Speck, Vanderbilt Saul Teukolsky, Cornell +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Postdoc Position in Numerical Relativity, Jena, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17355 Deadline: 2020-09-14 Location: Jena, Germany Additional Information: http://www.tpi.uni-jena.de Contact: lisann.schmidt[AT]uni-jena.de Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position in numerical general relativity at the University of Jena. The appointment is associated with the research group of Prof. Bernd Bruegmann at the Theoretical Physics Institute Jena. There is the opportunity to participate in a wide range of research activities, including the Research Training Group 2522 "Strong Dynamics and Criticality in Quantum and Gravitational Systems". The group is also part of the computational relativity (CoRe) collaboration. The position is funded by DFG for two years. An extension may be possible depending on performance and availability of funds. The successful candidate is expected to work on numerical relativity and associated computational and mathematical methods. This project is embedded in the larger context of compact binaries and gravitational wave science. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a brief description of research interests, and a list of three potential referees, who may be contacted separately. Applications should be received no later than September 14, 2020, but will be considered until the position is filled. Starting date is e.g. November 2020. In a situation where two candidates have otherwise equal qualifications, preference will be given to handicapped applicants. Please send applications as a single PDF with "Postdoc NumRel" in the subject line to: lisann.schmidt[AT]uni-jena.de Lisann Schmidt Theoretical Physics Institute University of Jena Max Wien Platz 1 D-07743 Jena Germany http://www.tpi.uni-jena.de +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoc position, Fukuoka, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17365 Deadline: 2020-08-14 Location: Fukouka, JAPAN Additional Information: http://www.phys.kyushu-u.ac.jp/koho/kobo/pdf/postdoc_spacephys.pdf Contact: yamamoto[AT]phys.kyushu-u.ac.jp Public Recruitment of Academic Researchers (Postoc) 1. Number of positions: Academic researcher (fixed term part-time staff): 1 2. Affiliation: 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka 819-0395, Japan, Theoretical Astrophysics Laboratory, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Kyushu University 3. Specialism: Theoretical physics (applicant should be able to work in the intersection between quantum information / quantum foundations and gravitation and cosmology) 4. Qualification for application: Applicants must have a PhD degree or be expected to receive one by the expected start date. 5. Working conditions: Monthly salary: About 300,000 yen Insurance: Social insurance through the Japan Health Insurance Association (health insurance, pension), employment insurance, and industrial injury insurance. Allowances (commuting allowance, housing allowance, etc.) and severance benefit are not paid. Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays 6: Period of employment: From October 1, 2020, until the end of September 2021 7. Application deadline: August 14, 2020 (Fri) *Applications will be closed as soon as an appropriate candidate is found. 8. Documents for submission: Please email documents (1) to (6) to yamamot_at_phys.kyushu-u.ac.jp (replace "_at_" with "@") as a single PDF file in the following order, with the subject "Application for Theoretical Astrophysics Academic Researcher." If you do not receive an email confirming receipt within 24 hours, please contact us. (1) Resume (2) List of published paper (specify three main papers) (3) Research history (4) Research plan (5) Name and contact information of two people who can provide references for the applicant (6) Main papers (papers stamped in (2)) 9. Inquiries: Kazuhiro Yamamoto, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Kyushu University, 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka 819-0395, Japan Phone: +81-92-802-4047 e-mail: yamamot_at_phys.kyushu-u.ac.jp (replace "_at_" with "@") +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. BS/Master/PhD Programs in Physics, Famagusta, Cyprus ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/07/22/bs-master-phd-programs-in-ph… Deadline: 2030-08-22 Location: Famagusta, Cyprus Additional Information: https://physics.emu.edu.tr/en Contact: physics[AT]emu.edu.tr The department of Physics of Eastern Mediterranean University (Famagusta, Cyprus) offers BS and Master and PhD degrees in Physics. The objectives of the BS(Four-year)/MS(two-year)/PhD (four-year) programs in physics are, within a physics curriculum, to provide the students with knowledge of the advanced and modern physics. The program develops mathematical, computational, and experimental methods used in a wide range of topics in physics, such as general relativity, quantum field theory, quantum gravity, statistical mechanics, string theory, quantum computation, biophysics, liquid crystal physics etc. The graduate students will be integrated from the very beginning into the physics groups of the department, and are expected to write a master/PhD theses during the second/third year. All the lectures will be given in English. A limited number of scholarships & fellowships are available. For more information, please visit EMU-PHYSICS DEPARTMENT'S WEBSITE. and our Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/EMUPHYSCHEM/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. Workshop on Advances and Challenges in Computational Relativity ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/07/31/workshop-on-advances-and-cha… Additional Information: https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/w1/ We would like to invite you to the first workshop as part of the semester-long program "Advances in Computational Relativity". This first workshop will provide an overview of both state-of-the-art and open challenges drawing from multiple themes (theory, analysis of the equations, computation, and data analysis) within the broad context of Einstein's general relativity theory. Many of the talks will focus on the computation of gravitational radiation from compact bodies using numerical and analytical approaches for both current and future detectors. Speakers will draw from physics, astronomy, and applied and pure mathematics. Due to COVID-19, this workshop will be held online. Please apply using the link "Apply with Cube" at the workshop website (https://icerm.brown.edu/programs/sp-f20/w1/) if you would like to participate in this workshop. Program Organizing Committee: Douglas Arnold, U. Minnesota Scott Field, UMass Dartmouth Gaurav Khanna, UMass Dartmouth Deirdre Shoemaker, Georgia Tech Saul Teukolsky, Cornell Niels Warburton, UC Dublin Barry Wardell, UC Dublin ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Presision 2020: Online Undergraduate (Pre-PhD) Physics Symposium ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17377 Additional Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-FFlgzmcgg4f7BS-bZRkYPPPteird4Io… Submit abstracts for the symposium organized by students of Presidency University Kolkata. Only students who have not started their PhD as of May 2020 can apply. First year IPhD students are eligible. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for July 2020
by hyperspace＠itp.uni-frankfurt.de 02 Jul '20

02 Jul '20

########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Online Workshop: Testing General Relativity using Gravitational Waves. 2. Jobs 2.1. Visiting Professorship at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto, Japan 2.2. Postdoc position in Foundations of Physics, Munich, Germany 2.3. Royal Society and STFC 5-year Fellowships, University of Sheffield, UK 3. News 3.1. The Twentieth Release of the Einstein Toolkit 3.2. Harvard Mini-Workshop on the Foundations of Thermodynamics ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Online Workshop: Testing General Relativity using Gravitational Waves. --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17342 Starting: 2020-08-13 to 2020-08-14 Location: Additional Information: http://events.iitgn.ac.in/2020/TGRGW/ Contact: sudiptas[AT]iitgn.ac.in The gravity groups at Indian Institute of the Cultivation Science (IACS) and Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar (IITGN) are jointly organizing a two-day Online workshop titled "Testing General Relativity using Gravitational Waves" on 13th and 14th August 2020. The aim of the workshop is to understand the constraints on physics beyond general relativity from the gravitational wave observations. Speakers: Prof. K G Arun, Chennai Mathematical Institute, Chennai, India Prof. Enrico Barausse, Scuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati (SISSA) , Trieste, Italy Prof. Sukanta Bose, The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune, India Prof. Vitor Cardoso, Center for Astrophysics & Gravitation, Instituto Superior Tecnico (IST), Lisbon, Portugal. Prof. Badri Krishnan. Albert Einstein Institute (AEI), Hannover, Germany. Prof. Ajith Parameswaran, International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS), Bengaluru, India. Organizing Committee: Sumanta Chakraborty, IACS, Kolkata and Sudipta Sarkar, IIT Gandhinagar. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. Visiting Professorship at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto, Japan ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17326 Deadline: 2020-08-01 Location: Kyoto, Japan Additional Information: https://www.yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp/news/n326?lang=en-GB Contact: director[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp Visiting Professorship at Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kyoto University, invites applications and/or nominations for a visiting-professorship in the field of theoretical physics for the period from 1 April, 2022 to 31 March, 2023. The appointment will be made for three months (or more). The salary will be determined according to the pay scale of Kyoto University. The deadline for applications or nominations is 1st August, 2020. A letter of application should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae and a list of publications. In addition, please inform us regarding all possible periods of stay at YITP. All correspondence should be addressed to: Prof. Sinya Aoki Director Yukawa Institute for Theoretical Physics Kyoto University Kyoto 606-8502, JAPAN e-mail: director[AT]yukawa.kyoto-u.ac.jp +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoc position in Foundations of Physics, Munich, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17332 Deadline: 2020-07-01 Location: LMU, Munich, Germany Additional Information: https://www.mcmp.philosophie.uni-muenchen.de/news/post_doc_asc_2020/index.h… Contact: daniele.oriti[AT]physik.lmu.de The Arnold Sommerfeld Center for Theoretical Physics (ASC) and the Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy (MCMP) at LMU Munich seek applications for a 1-year postdoctoral position. The successful applicant is expected to collaborate with Prof. Stephan Hartmann and Dr. Daniele Oriti on the FQXi-funded project "The Epistemic Nature of Physical Laws: From Intelligent Agents to Quantum Gravity and Cosmology".We are especially interested in candidates with research interest in philosophy of science, epistemology or foundations of physics (especially in the contexts of quantum gravity, foundations of quantum mechanics, and fundamental cosmology). Application deadline: July 1 2020 For more information and details see: https://www.mcmp.philosophie.uni-muenchen.de/news/post_doc_asc_2020/index.h… +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. Royal Society and STFC 5-year Fellowships, University of Sheffield, UK ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17344 Deadline: 2020-07-15 Location: Sheffield, UK Additional Information: https://maths.dept.shef.ac.uk/maths/group_info_13.html Contact: s.c.gielen[AT]sheffield.ac.uk The School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sheffield plans to support applications for five-year fellowships in 2020/21, in particular for the University Research Fellowship funded by the Royal Society and for the Ernest Rutherford Fellowship funded by the Science and Technology Facilities Council. These are advanced fellowships targeting early career scientists with some postdoctoral experience, who have the potential to become leaders in their field. Details about these fellowships and the application procedure can be found on the following websites: https://royalsociety.org/grants-schemes-awards/grants/university-research/ https://stfc.ukri.org/funding/research-grants/funding-opportunities/funding… https://stfc.ukri.org/funding/fellowships/ernest-rutherford-fellowship/ The application deadline for the University Research Fellowship is 3 September 2020, and the deadline for the Ernest Rutherford Fellowship is 17 September 2020. Current members of the School working on Cosmology, Relativity and Gravitation (CRAG) include Sam Dolan, Steffen Gielen, Carsten van de Bruck and Elizabeth Winstanley. Our current research focuses on cosmology and general relativity, black hole physics, quantum field theory on curved spacetime and quantum gravity. We are interested in supporting research proposals that complement our existing research. Expressions of interest should be sent to Dr Steffen Gielen at the address s.c.gielen[AT]sheffield.ac.uk. They should include a full CV and publication list, but a research proposal is not necessary at this stage. We will review applications after 15 July and plan to conclude the internal selection process by early August 2020. We are committed to diversity and equality within our community and particularly welcome expressions of interest from minority groups, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. The Twentieth Release of the Einstein Toolkit ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/06/02/the-twentieth-release-of-the… Additional Information: http://einsteintoolkit.org/about/releases/ET_2020_05_announcement.html Release Announcement We are pleased to announce the twentieth release (code name "Turing") of the Einstein Toolkit, an open, community developed software infrastructure for relativistic astrophysics. The highlights of this release are: Cactus now supports tracking of data dependencies at runtime using schedule annotations. These can be used to check correctness of a schedule and also to automate data synchronizations between MPI ranks. Two new thorns have been added: - Baikal, a spacetime evolution code using NRPy+ for code generation - BaikalVacuum, a version of Baikal optimized for vacuum only simulations In addition, bug fixes accumulated since the previous release in October 2019 contributed by Eloisa Bentivegna, Erik Schnetter, Federico Cipolletta, Frank Loeffler, Giuseppe Ficarra, Ian Hinder, Jascha Schewtschenko, Ken Sible, Lorenzo Sala, Miguel Zilhao, Philipp Moesta, Roland Haas, Samuel Cupp, Steven R. Brandt, and Zachariah Etienne have been included. The Einstein Toolkit is a collection of software components and tools for simulating and analyzing general relativistic astrophysical systems that builds on numerous software efforts in the numerical relativity community including the spacetime evolution codes Baikal, lean_public, and McLachlan, analysis codes to compute horizon characteristics and gravitational waves, the Carpet AMR infrastructure, and the relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics codes GRHydro and IllinoisGRMHD. The Einstein Toolkit also contains a 1D self-force code. The Einstein Toolkit uses a distributed software model and its different modules are developed, distributed, and supported either by the core team of Einstein Toolkit Maintainers, or by individual groups. Where modules are provided by external groups, the Einstein Toolkit Maintainers provide quality control for modules for inclusion in the toolkit and help coordinate support. The Einstein Toolkit Maintainers currently involve staff and faculty from five different institutions, and host weekly meetings that are open for anyone to join in. Guiding principles for the design and implementation of the toolkit include: open, community-driven software development; well thought-out and stable interfaces; separation of physics software from computational science infrastructure; provision of complete working production code; training and education for a new generation of researchers. For more information about using or contributing to the Einstein Toolkit, or to join the Einstein Toolkit Consortium, please visit our web pages at http://einsteintoolkit.org, or contact the users mailing list users[AT]einsteintoolkit.org. The Einstein Toolkit is primarily supported by NSF 1550551/1550461/1550436/1550514 (Einstein Toolkit Community Integration and Data Exploration). The "Turing" Release Team on behalf of the Einstein Toolkit Consortium (2020-05-31) Roland Haas, Brockton Brendal, William E. Gabella, Beyhan Karakas, Atul Kedia, Shawn G. Rosofsky, Steven R. Brandt, Alois Peter Schaffarczyk, Helvi Witek ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Harvard Mini-Workshop on the Foundations of Thermodynamics ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17346 Additional Information: https://harvardfop.jacobbarandes.com/20200715thermo For the next event in the Harvard Foundations of Physics series, I'm organizing an afternoon mini-workshop on the foundations of thermodynamics (via Zoom): Wednesday, July 15 12-4pm, with informal introductions at 11:45 (East Coast time) https://harvardfop.jacobbarandes.com/20200715thermo (The Zoom link and password will be sent out to those who register: https://forms.gle/dLqx9aQDhty3KEV57) Here's the detailed schedule: 11:45 - 12:00 - Informal introductions 12:00 - 1:00 - Orly Shenker - Hebrew University of Jerusalem - "Is everything physical? The entropy of computation and the computational theory of mind" 1:00 - 2:00 - Katie Robertson - University of Birmingham - "In Search of the Holy Grail: How to Reduce the Second Law of Thermodynamics" 2:00 - 3:00 - Eddy Keming Chen - University of California, San Diego - "Nomic Vagueness, the Past Hypothesis, and Time's Arrow in a Quantum Universe" 3:00 - 4:00 - Open discussion Each talk will be 45 minutes, followed by 15 minutes of discussion. Best wishes, Jacob Barandes -- Department of Physics Harvard University jacobbarandes.com barandes[AT]physics.harvard.edu ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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[Hyperspace-list] Hyperspace Bulletin for June 2020
by hyperspace＠itp.uni-frankfurt.de 02 Jun '20

02 Jun '20

########################################### Table of Contents ########################################### 1. Conferences 1.1. Gravitational waves: a new messenger to explore the universe 1.2. 3rd Information Universe Conference, Groningen, The Netherlands 1.3. 23rd Capra Meeting on Radiation Reaction in General Relativity, Austin, Texas 1.4. 13th International Lisa Symposium (remotely) 2. Jobs 2.1. PhD Positions in Cosmology, Space Science and Space Technology (SPACE), Naples, Italy 2.2. Postdoctoral positions at UNAM, Mexico City, Mexico 2.3. PhD position in gravitational waves and numerical relativity at Jena, Germany 2.4. 3 year postdoc position in Geometric Analysis/Mathematical Relativity, Potsdam/Tuebingen, Germany 3. News 3.1. New book "Stumbling Blocks Against Unification" 3.2. Collection: Beyond Spacetime 3.3. Gravity Research Foundation, Awards for Essays for 2020 3.4. COST GWverse: Exchange of researchers working on gravitational-wave and black hole physics 3.5. GRG Editor's Choice: Superstrata 3.6. The Fourth Zeldovich meeting goes virtual 3.7. Cornelius Hoenselaers - sad news 3.8. The Twentieth Release of the Einstein Toolkit ============================================== 1. Conferences ============================================== 1.1. Gravitational waves: a new messenger to explore the universe --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17223 Starting: 2021-03-01 to 2021-04-09 Location: Institut Henri Poincare', Paris, France Additional Information: https://indico.math.cnrs.fr/category/408/ Contact: GWMess2021[AT]ihp.fr We are pleased to announce the six-week program "Gravitational waves: a new messenger to explore the universe", taking place from March 1 to April 9 2021 at the Institut Henri Poincare' (IHP) in Paris. This program is intended for scientists in the field of gravitational-wave physics and astrophysics, and especially for those who wish to start conducting research in this field. Young researchers (PhD students or postdocs) are therefore particularly encouraged to apply. Scientific activities during the program will include a series of lectures at master/PhD level, seminars, coordinated interdisciplinary exchanges, and afternoons dedicated to junior scientists, who will have the opportunity to present their research. The program will be an occasion to interact with colleagues and students within a convenient and stimulating venue in the center of Paris. The program will also host the fourth annual meeting of the Groupement de Recherche Ondes Gravitationnelles [http://gdrgw.in2p3.fr/]. The program is organised in three two-week blocks: 1) March 1-12: theoretical aspects of gravitational-wave science 2) March 15-22: astrophysics and cosmology 3) March 29-April 9 : gravitational-wave detectors and data analysis Applications are now open and should be submitted through the conference website at: https://indico.math.cnrs.fr/event/5761/overview The deadline to apply is September 1st, 2020. The minimal length of participation is one week. However, to foster collaborative interactions, we encourage participants to stay for longer if possible. Due to space and financial constraints, participation to this event is moderated. The IHP provides office space on-site and also provides help finding accommodation. Financial support will be available, the amount depending on the needs of the participants and availability of funds. Please also inform your colleagues who you think might be interested in applying to the program. Sincerely yours, Chiara Caprini, Eric Chassande-Mottin, Guillaume Faye, Filippo Vernizzi, Marta Volonteri +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.2. 3rd Information Universe Conference, Groningen, The Netherlands --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/07/the-3rd-information-universe… Starting: 2020-09-30 to 2020-10-02 Location: Groningen, The Netherlands Additional Information: http://www.informationuniverse.rug.nl/registration.html Contact: informationuniverse[AT]rug.nl A multi-disciplinary conference on the role of information in our universe. Including sessions on (1) The Lambda-CDM tension, Euclid and the Dark Universe (2) Emergent gravity and space-time (3) Quantum computing, neuromorphic computing and machine learning (4) Complexity and chaos in nature and computers. The organizers understand that registering for an international conference is quite a step in these corona virus dominated days. They therefore encourage you to register, without any payment obligation. They can then inform you by e-mail about the status of affairs. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.3. 23rd Capra Meeting on Radiation Reaction in General Relativity, Austin, Texas --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17262 Starting: 2020-06-22 to 2020-06-26 Location: Austin, Texas (virtual meeting) Additional Information: https://zippy.ph.utexas.edu/relativity/capra23/ Contact: aaron.zimmerman[AT]austin.utexas.edu The Capra meeting is an annual workshop focused on the topic of radiation reaction in general relativity. These workshops bring together experts from across a range of disciplines within relativity, with a focus on modeling extreme mass ratio inspirals (EMRIs). The canonical example of an EMRI is the inspiral of a stellar-mass compact object into a supermassive black hole, and gravitational waves from these systems are a promising target for the LISA satellite mission. The study of radiation reaction and the "self-force" approximation is not limited to EMRIs, and a range of topics and applications to other areas of gravitational physics have been discussed at past Capra meetings. The 23rd Capra meeting will be hosted by the University of Texas at Austin. However, because of the novel coronavirus pandemic, this meeting will be held completely virtually. The meeting will be held June 22-26. The format is yet to be finalized, but the meeting will run over a portion of each day, with times aimed at maximizing participation from multiple time zones. The program will feature a mixture of a few invited talks, shorter contributed talks, and interactive discussion sessions. Contributed talks on all aspects of the radiation reaction problem and the relativistic two-body problem generally are welcome. Unfortunately, we expect a shorter meeting each day as compared to past Capra meetings, and it may not be possible to accommodate all contributed talks. As usual, there will be no registration fees or proceedings. We ask participants to register as soon as possible to help us get a head count. Registration will close June 15. For those who wish to give a contributed talk, please submit a title and abstract by May 25. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1.4. 13th International Lisa Symposium (remotely) --------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/20/13th-international-lisa-symp… Starting: 2020-09-01 to 2020-09-03 Location: Everywhere online Additional Information: http://lisasymposium13.lisamission.org Contact: Michele.Vallisneri[AT]jpl.nasa.gov The 13th International LISA Symposium will take place everywhere online on three afternoons (UTC), on September 1-3, 2020. The symposium will focus on the status of the LISA mission; on the latest developments in its design and technology; on the science (astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, and fundamental physics) of LISA's millihertz gravitational-wave sources; and on the ensuing challenges in gravitational theory and analysis. We welcome the entire astronomical community to help define and update the unique paths to discovery that will become possible with LISA, and to discuss opportunities for multimessenger astronomy in conjunction with future space and ground facilities. We aim at a widely accessible and inclusive symposium that will gather a diverse audience and provide learning and advancement opportunities at all levels, and especially for early career scientists. We hope to keep participation costs low (or zero). The live program of invited and contributed presentations, panels, and townhalls will be supplemented by prerecorded talks and tutorials, which will be available on the conference website in advance of the symposium. A call for contributed presentations will go out in early June, with a deadline in mid-July; we will circulate the final program by early August. More information will appear soon at the symposium website, http://lisasymposium13.lisamission.org . Best regards, John W. Conklin (SOC Co-Chair) Elena Maria Rossi (SOC Co-Chair) Michele Vallisneri (TOC Chair) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 2. Jobs ============================================== 2.1. PhD Positions in Cosmology, Space Science and Space Technology (SPACE), Naples, Italy ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/11/phd-in-cosmology-space-scien… Deadline: 2020-06-30 Location: Napoli, Italy Additional Information: http://www.ssm.unina.it/en/calls-and-news/ Contact: space[AT]unina.it Opening of six (4-years) positions for the PhD program "Cosmology, Space Science and Space Technology (SPACE)" at the Scuola Superiore Meridionale (Napoli, Italy), which is an international school of higher education and research with a related Institute for Advanced Studies. The school is part of the Italian Public University. The SPACE PhD program combines fundamental researches, such as those in astrophysics, cosmology, general relativity and astroparticle physics with applied researches placed in Space, like aerospace, aerodynamics engineering, material science for extraterrestrial environment. Multidisciplinary and complementary skills are required. The positions are fully-funded with a competitive salary and it benefits from additional funds for research activities in Italy and abroad. The application deadline is 30 June 2020. Call for applications 2020: http://www.ssm.unina.it/en/calls-and-news/ Information on the PhD program and grants, as well as on Ordinary Courses of Scuola Superiore Meridionale, is available at the following link: http://www.ssm.unina.it/en/phd-program-in-cosmology-space-science-space-tec… Information on the Scuola Superiore Meridionale is available at http://www.ssm.unina.it +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.2. Postdoctoral positions at UNAM, Mexico City, Mexico ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17254 Deadline: 2021-12-31 Location: Mexico City, Mexico Additional Information: http://www.nucleares.unam.mx/ Contact: quevedo[AT]nucleares.unam.mx The Department of Gravitation and Field Theory at the Institute for Nuclear Sciences of UNAM, has openings, twice a year, for postdoctoral fellows in its fields of study. The positions are for one year, renewable for a second one, depending upon funding and performance, and they carry a competitive monthly stipend, as well as basic health insurance for the postdoctoral fellow and his/her dependents. The positions are open to researchers from any part of the world, independently of ethnicity, religion and gender. The department lines of research include classical and quantum aspects of gravitation, numerical relativity, cosmology, mathematical physics, quantum field theory, lattice QCD, biophysics, and complex systems. The permanent members are Miguel Alcubierre, Wolfgang Bietenholz, Yuri Bonder, Chryssomalis Chryssomalakos, Celia Escamilla-Rivera, Jemal Guven, Dario Nunez, Nestor Ortiz, Hernando Quevedo, Marcos Rosenbaum, Marcelo Salgado, Christopher Stephens, Daniel Sudarsky, Roberto Sussman, and Alexander Turbiner -- there is also a number of postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. Applications are reviewed in late January, for positions starting in September of the same year, and in late May, for positions starting in February of the next year. The successful candidates should have received a PhD in Physics, or closely related fields, no longer than 3 years before the starting date of the position. We strongly encourage interested persons to apply throughout the year, by sending, in a single pdf file, their CV and research plan, while also arranging for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: quevedo[AT]nucleares.unam.mx with copy to fengari[AT]nucleares.unam.mx Contact: Quevedo, Hernando (quevedo[AT]nucleares.unam.mx) Letters of Reference should be sent to: quevedo[AT]nucleares.unam.mx +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.3. PhD position in gravitational waves and numerical relativity at Jena, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/14/phd-position-in-gravitationa… Deadline: 2020-07-01 Location: Jena, Germany Additional Information: https://www.physik.uni-jena.de/TPIJobs Contact: sebastiano.bernuzzi[AT]uni-jena.de Applications are invited for one PhD position in the field of gravitational waves and numerical relativity at the University of Jena. The position is associated with the research group of Prof. Sebastiano Bernuzzi at the Theoretical Physics Institute Jena and funded by Jena FSU. The successful candidate is expected to work on the topic of compact binaries in general relativity, including computational aspects in numerical relativity, gravitational waveform modeling and data-analysis applications. The group is part of the Virgo Collaboration and there is the possibility to join and participate to the LIGO-Virgo gravitational-wave astronomy programme. The group is also part of the computational relativity (CoRe) collaboration. Candidates with interest in analytical and numerical relativity, computational astrophysics, gravitational-wave modeling and data analysis are particularly encouraged to apply. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a brief description of research interests, and a list of one to three potential referees, who may be contacted separately. Applications should be received by July 1st, 2020, but will be considered until the positions are filled. Starting date can be as early as September 2020. Please send applications to: sebastiano.bernuzzi[AT]uni-jena.de Theoretisch-Physikalisches Institut Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena Max Wien Platz 1 D-07743 Jena, Germany Please use the string Application for PhD position - SURNAME NAME in the Email subject and send a single PDF file for all your documents. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2.4. 3 year postdoc position in Geometric Analysis/Mathematical Relativity, Potsdam/Tuebingen, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------- Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/25/3-year-postdoc-position-in-g… Deadline: 2020-06-30 Location: Potsdam/Tuebingen, Germany Additional Information: https://www.dropbox.com/s/1sw1hj6jsp1bvnr/ausschreibung_en.pdf?dl=0 Contact: cederbaum[AT]math.uni-tuebingen.de We are jointly offering a full time Postdoc Position in Mathematics for 3 years at the interface between Geometric Analysis and Mathematical Relativity, starting from October 01, 2020 or at a slightly earlier or later date to be negotiated by the successful candidate. The appointment is limited to 3 years and will be split equally between the University of Potsdam (in the Partial Differential Equation group led by Jan Metzger) and the University of Tuebingen (in the Differential Geometry and Mathematical Relativity group led by Carla Cederbaum). The order of the appointments in Potsdam and Tuebingen is negotiable. The successful applicant is expected to participate in and facilitate continuous scientific exchange between the two research groups. The position is part of our joint project Geometrically defined asymptotic coordinates in General Relativity funded by the priority programme Geometry at Infinity. The closing date is June 30, 2020. Please find more details in the job advertisement under the link on the top. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================== 3. News ============================================== 3.1. New book "Stumbling Blocks Against Unification" ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/03/new-book-stumbling-blocks-ag… Additional Information: https://www.worldscientific.com/worldscibooks/10.1142/11738 A new book on some persistent problems in theoretical physics: "Stumbling Blocks Against Unification", by Matej Pavsic, published by World Scientific. The book is meant to provide a concise formulation and proposed solutions to a number of obstacles in the attempts to arrive at quantum gravity and unification of interactions. From the puiblisher info: The history is full of misconceptions that opposed the progress of physics. The book starts with reviewing some historical cases, such as the arguments against the Earth rotation, or the famous problem of 3/4 in the theory of electromagnetic mass of electron. After having pointed out that misconceptions have been common in the history of physics, it is argued that they must be present today as well. In fact, it is now commonly being realized that in the last forty years there has been no significant progress in the fundamental theoretical physics. A reason certainly lies in certain stumbling blocks on our way towards the unification of interaction and of gravity with quantum mechanics. The author discusses what he perceives as some persisting misconceptions that have not yet been recognized as such by physics community in general. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.2. Collection: Beyond Spacetime ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/06/collection-beyond-spacetime-… Additional Information: http://www.beyondspacetime.net We draw your attention to the publication to the collection of essays, "Beyond Spacetime: The Foundations of Quantum Gravity". Blurb: "One of the greatest challenges in fundamental physics is to reconcile quantum mechanics and general relativity in a theory of quantum gravity. A successful theory would have profound consequences for our understanding of space, time, and matter. This collection of essays written by eminent physicists and philosophers discusses these consequences and examines the most important conceptual questions among philosophers and physicists in their search for a quantum theory of gravity. Comprising three parts, the book explores the emergence of classical spacetime, the nature of time, and important questions of the interpretation, metaphysics, and epistemology of quantum gravity. These essays will appeal to both physicists and philosophers of science working on problems in foundational physics, specifically that of quantum gravity." With contributions from: Daniele Oriti, Suddhasattwa Brahma, Robert H. Brandenberger, Daniel Harlow, Carlo Rovelli, Fay Dowker, Lee Smolin, Henrique Gomes, David Wallace, Richard Dawid, Sebastian De Haro, Radin Dardashti, Sean Gryb, Karim Thebault, Tiziana Vistarini, Ko Sanders. See here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/beyond-spacetime/C60E7E67C9A747ECAA42E… Nick Huggett, Keizo Matsubara, and Christian Wuethrich ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.3. Gravity Research Foundation, Awards for Essays for 2020 ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/14/gravity-research-foundation-… Additional Information: http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org GRAVITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION PO BOX 81389 WELLESLEY HILLS MA 02481-0004 USA Roger W. Babson Founder George M. Rideout, Jr. President The trustees are pleased to announce the Awards for Essays for 2020. 1. $4,000 - The Noise of Gravitons by Maulik Parikh[1][2], Frank Wilczek[1][3][4][5], and George Zahariade[2], [1]Department of Physics, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287, [2]Beyond: Center for Fundamental Concepts in Science, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287, [3]Department of Physics, Stockholm University, Stockholm SE-106 91, Sweden, [4]Center for Theoretical Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, [5]Wilczek Quantum Center, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China; e-mail: maulik.parikh[AT]asu.edu, frank.wilczek[AT]asu.edu, george.zahariade[AT]asu.edu 2. $1,250 - Lorentzian Quintessential Inflation by David Benisty[1][2] and Eduardo I. Guendelman[1][2][3], [1]Physics Department, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer- Sheva 84105, Israel, [2]Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS), Ruth-Moufang- Strasse 1, 60438 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, [3]Bahamas Advanced Study Institute and Conferences, 4A Ocean Heights, Hill View Circle, Stella Maris, Long Island, The Bahamas; e-mail: benidav[AT]post.bgu.ac.il, guendel[AT]bgu.ac.il 3. $1,000 - A Proof of the Strong Cosmic Censorship Conjecture by Shahar Hod, The Ruppin Academic Center, Emeq Hefer 40250, Israel and The Hadassah Institute, Jerusalem 91010, Israel; e-mail: shaharhod[AT]gmail.com 4. $750 - Cosmological Constant in Coherent Quantum Gravity by Craig Hogan, University of Chicago, 5640 S. Ellis Ave., Chicago, IL 60637 and Fermilab; e-mail: craighogan[AT]uchicago.edu 5. $500 - Principle of Equivalence at Planck Scales and the Zero-Point-Length of Spacetime - A Synergistic Description of Quantum Matter and Geometry by T. Padmanabhan, IUCAA, Pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind, Pune - 411 077, India; e-mail: paddy[AT]iucaa.in Selected for Honorable Mention this year were (listed in alphabetical order): Charis Anastopoulos and Konstantina Savvidou; Sebastian Bahamonde, Mir Faizal, James Q. Quach, and Richard A. Norte; Rabin Banerjee; John D. Barrow; Jens Boos; Michael Creutz; A. Danehkar; Camilla Danielski and Nicola Tamanini; Saurya Das; Aharon Davidson and Tomer Ygael; Douglas Edmonds, Djordje Minic, and Tatsu Takeuchi; Roberto Emparan; Arthur E. Fischer; Wen-Cong Gan and Fu-Wen Shu; D. Grumiller, M.M. Sheikh-Jabbari and C. Zwikel; Gregory W. Horndeski; Ted Jacobson and Phuc Nguyen; Qing-Quan Jiang, Yan Han, and Jin Pu; Jose Beltran Jimenez, Dario Bettoni, and Philippe Brax; Barak Kol; Alexey S. Koshelev, K. Sravan Kumar, and Alexei A. Starobinsky; Amitabha Lahiri; Giuseppe Gaetano Luciano and Luciano Petruzziello; Rodrigo Maier; Philip D. Mannheim; Jun Nian and Leopoldo A. Pando Zayas; Marius Oltean, Hossein Bazrafshan Moghaddam, and Richard J. Epp; Murat Ozer; M. B. Paranjape; M. A. Perez-Garcia and Joseph Silk; Fabrizio Pinto; Edgar Shaghoulian; Tejinder P. Singh; Douglas Singleton; Ram Gopal Vishwakarma; Jenny Wagner. This announcement and abstracts of award-winning and honorable mention essays are posted on our web site, http://www.gravityresearchfoundation.org. The five award-winning essays are also posted on our web site and will be published in the October 2020 SPECIAL ISSUE of the International Journal of Modern Physics D (IJMPD). ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.4. COST GWverse: Exchange of researchers working on gravitational-wave and black hole physics ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17280 Additional Information: https://gwverse.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/stsms/ In the context of the European COST Action CA16104 on Gravitational waves, black holes and fundamental physics (GWverse), grants for short term scientific missions (STSMs) are available. We are inviting you to submit proposals for STMSs starting after July 1, 2020 and ending before Jan 31, 2021 (applications outside this timeframe will be discarded). This call closes on June 30, 2020. All proposals will be reviewed and the results will be announced by July 7, 2020. The selection committee will take into account the geographical distribution of host and home institution, matching of funds by the host, the scientific proposal and the experience of the applicant (preference is given to Early Career Investigators). Successful applicants will be expected to join as members of one (or more) of the Action's Working Groups. STSM recipients should acknowledge the COST Action in any publication or talks, through the use of the COST logo and the statement "The authors would like to acknowledge networking support by the COST Action GWverse CA16104". STSMs are a great opportunity for all scientists within the COST Action to exchange visits, nurture collaborations, or develop new ones. Further details are available at the GWverse webpage: https://gwverse.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/stsms/ If you have any question, please contact the STSM Coordinator Andreja Gomboc: andreja.gomboc[at]ung.si ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.5. GRG Editor's Choice: Superstrata ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/28/grg-editors-choice-superstra… Additional Information: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity/grg-editors-choice In each volume of the journal General Relativity and Gravitation (GRG), a few articles are marked as "Editor's Choice". The primary criteria is original, high-quality research that is of wide interest within the community. This recent publication deserves special attention: Masaki Shigemori, "Superstrata", Gen Relativ Gravit 52, 51 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10714-020-02698-8 Invited review for the Topical Collection "The Fuzzball Paradigm" (Eds. Samir D. Mathur, David Turton and Amitabh Virmani). Please, browse all Editor's Choice articles at: https://www.springer.com/gp/livingreviews/relativity/grg-editors-choice Frank Schulz Publishing Editor GRG ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.6. The Fourth Zeldovich meeting goes virtual ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/05/31/the-fourth-zeldovich-meeting… Additional Information: http://icranet.org/zeldovich4 In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 4th Zeldovich meeting will be held virtually, on 7-11 September 2020, with ICRANet and the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus as organizers and hosts. All participants registered so far are confirmed. The participation will be free of charge. The registration deadline is extended until 31 of July 2020. The abstract submission deadline is extended until 15 of August 2020. The proceedings of the meeting will be published in Astronomy Reports journal. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.7. Cornelius Hoenselaers - sad news ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/?p=17303 Additional Information: Cornelius Hoenselaers died on May 30, 2020. He was well known for his work on��exact solutions of Einstein's equations in the 1970s and 1980s. His probably��best remembered professional achievement will be the co-authorship of the second��edition of "Exact solutions" by Stephani et al. His friends will also remember his lifelong love of all things Japanese; he was a fluent Japanese speaker. We��will miss his bright mind and jolly company. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3.8. The Twentieth Release of the Einstein Toolkit ------------------------------------------------------------ Announcement on Hyperspace@GU: https://hyperspace.uni-frankfurt.de/2020/06/02/the-twentieth-release-of-the… Additional Information: http://einsteintoolkit.org/about/releases/ET_2020_05_announcement.html Release Announcement We are pleased to announce the twentieth release (code name "Turing") of the Einstein Toolkit, an open, community developed software infrastructure for relativistic astrophysics. The highlights of this release are: Cactus now supports tracking of data dependencies at runtime using schedule annotations. These can be used to check correctness of a schedule and also to automate data synchronizations between MPI ranks. Two new thorns have been added: - Baikal, a spacetime evolution code using NRPy+ for code generation - BaikalVacuum, a version of Baikal optimized for vacuum only simulations In addition, bug fixes accumulated since the previous release in October 2019 contributed by Eloisa Bentivegna, Erik Schnetter, Federico Cipolletta, Frank Loeffler, Giuseppe Ficarra, Ian Hinder, Jascha Schewtschenko, Ken Sible, Lorenzo Sala, Miguel Zilhao, Philipp Moesta, Roland Haas, Samuel Cupp, Steven R. Brandt, and Zachariah Etienne have been included. The Einstein Toolkit is a collection of software components and tools for simulating and analyzing general relativistic astrophysical systems that builds on numerous software efforts in the numerical relativity community including the spacetime evolution codes Baikal, lean_public, and McLachlan, analysis codes to compute horizon characteristics and gravitational waves, the Carpet AMR infrastructure, and the relativistic magneto-hydrodynamics codes GRHydro and IllinoisGRMHD. The Einstein Toolkit also contains a 1D self-force code. The Einstein Toolkit uses a distributed software model and its different modules are developed, distributed, and supported either by the core team of Einstein Toolkit Maintainers, or by individual groups. Where modules are provided by external groups, the Einstein Toolkit Maintainers provide quality control for modules for inclusion in the toolkit and help coordinate support. The Einstein Toolkit Maintainers currently involve staff and faculty from five different institutions, and host weekly meetings that are open for anyone to join in. Guiding principles for the design and implementation of the toolkit include: open, community-driven software development; well thought-out and stable interfaces; separation of physics software from computational science infrastructure; provision of complete working production code; training and education for a new generation of researchers. For more information about using or contributing to the Einstein Toolkit, or to join the Einstein Toolkit Consortium, please visit our web pages at http://einsteintoolkit.org, or contact the users mailing list users[AT]einsteintoolkit.org. The Einstein Toolkit is primarily supported by NSF 1550551/1550461/1550436/1550514 (Einstein Toolkit Community Integration and Data Exploration). The "Turing" Release Team on behalf of the Einstein Toolkit Consortium (2020-05-31) Roland Haas, Brockton Brendal, William E. Gabella, Beyhan Karakas, Atul Kedia, Shawn G. Rosofsky, Steven R. Brandt, Alois Peter Schaffarczyk, Helvi Witek ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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