• Phd position at the University of Urbino

    27.09.2023 Phd position at the University of Urbino The application for a PhD position on Gravitational Waves research for new suspensions and coatings for the Einstein Telescope, at the University of Urbino is open. The deadline for application is 20th October 2023. For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me (francesco.piergiovanni(at)uniurb.it) (piergiovanni(at)fi.infn.it), Dott. Matteo Montani (matteo.montani(at)uniurb.it), Prof. Gianluca Maria Guidi (gianluca.guidi(at)uniurb.it) or Prof. Filippo Martelli (filippo.martelli(at)uniurb.it). Read more

  • Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Physics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy at the Niels Bohr Institute

    26.09.2023 Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Physics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy at the Niels Bohr Institute The Niels Bohr International Academy (NBIA) at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitational Wave Physics and Multi-Messenger Astronomy. Postdoctoral fellows will be joining the group of Asst. Prof. Jose María Ezquiaga, the Gravitational Wave Explorers Team at the Strong group, funded by the VILLUM Young Investigator Grant “Exploring the Uncharted Universe with Gravitational Waves”. Positions will last for a fixed period of 2+1 years, and include generous funds for travel and computing. The starting date is negotiable. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all materials via this website…

  • 2-year postdoc position in numerical relativity in Milano-Bicocca

    26.09.2023 2-year postdoc position in numerical relativity in Milano-Bicocca The astrophysics group at the University of Milano-Bicocca has an opening for a 2-year postdoc position in the field of numerical relativity sponsored by the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN). The postdoc will work in the Physics department of the University of Milano-Bicocca under the supervision of Prof. Bruno Giacomazzo (www.brunogiacomazzo.org). The research topic is “Numerical Relativity simulations of neutron star binary mergers”. The deadline for applications is November 10 2023 (11:59 a.m. CET) and the starting date for the position should be no later than November 1st 2024. Read more

  • 12th Australasian Conference on General Relativity and Gravitation (ACGRG), November 27 – December 1, 2023, Hobart

    12th Australasian Conference on General Relativity and Gravitation (ACGRG), November 27 – December 1, 2023, Hobart The purpose of the ACGRG is to provide a regional forum to discuss general relativity, foster collaboration, and promote ideas and insight into the nature of gravity. The topics covered are broad, ranging from gravitational wave physics and astrophysics, exact solutions, and quantum gravity to cosmology and simulations. The primary focus is on in-person participation. However, the proceedings will be streamed via Zoom, and it is anticipated that 25% of talks will be allocated to online speakers. Conference Website

  • Professor / Director at The Australian National University Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA) in Canberra

    26.09.2023 Professor / Director at The Australian National University Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA) in Canberra The ANU Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics is seeking an inspirational scientific leader in any field across Gravitational Wave Astrophysics with equity agendas, who can grow ANU’s leadership in gravitational wave astronomy. It is an expectation that this position will take on the role of Director and play a significant part in shaping the future of the Centre. The appointment comes with an attractive start-up package. The University may also consider placement for a partner as per the University dual career procedure. Closing at: Nov 12 2023 at 23:55 AEDT. Read more

  • Postdoctoral positions in Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam

    22.09.2023 Postdoctoral positions in Gravitational-Wave Physics and Astrophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics in Potsdam 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 postdoctoral appointments, which will be available at different levels, depending on experience and seniority, and can last from 2 to 5 years. We are particularly interested in hiring creative and highly motivated candidates who are at ease working both collaboratively and independently in a vibrant, interdisciplinary and synergistic group. The ACR department, led by Alessandra Buonanno, is composed of about 45 scientists, including three permanent research…

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitation at UT Austin

    21.09.2023 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Gravitation at UT Austin The Center for Gravitational Physics (CGP), a center in the Weinberg Institute at the University of Texas at Austin, invites applicants for multiple Weinberg Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships in Gravitation. These will be full-time postdoctoral positions starting in August or September 2024. Fellows will have the opportunity to conduct independent research and to collaborate with the faculty of the CGP (Hsin-Yu Chen, Pablo Laguna, Richard Matzner, Deirdre Shoemaker, and Aaron Zimmerman). The initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of extension to a third year subject to available funding and research performance. Application deadline: November 17, 2023. Read more

  • Northwestern-UChicago Brinson Fellowship 2024

    19.09.2023 Northwestern-UChicago Brinson Fellowship 2024 The Fellow will have the opportunity to pursue an independent research program and benefit from the diverse and dynamic intellectual environments at both Northwestern University CIERA (learn more about CIERA’s programs and activities) and The University of Chicago (learn more about UChicago’s Astronomy & Astrophysics Department programs and activities). Candidates in all areas of Astronomy and Astrophysics are encouraged to apply. Northwestern provides institutional access to the Keck telescopes on Mauna Kea and will enable access to MMT as well as the forthcoming La Silla Southern Sky Survey (LS4) and SEDMv2 (an ultra-low resolution CIERA members are actively involved in the Vera C. Rubin Observatory…