########################################### 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-computationa... 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-d... 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-cel... 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-chalon... 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-g... Deadline: 2020-11-09 Location: Waterloo, Canada Additional Information: https://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/about/careers/positions/perimeter-postdoct... 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/gravitationa...) 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-postdoct...). +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 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-pos... 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-p... 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-p... +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 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-sc...), 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=showAnuncioOportunities&jobId=128368&lang=pt&idc=1 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-phd... 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?rmpage=job&rmjob=13123&rmlang=UK 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-extreme... 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-grav... 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-track... 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-physicist... 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-iupa... 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-veg... 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/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++