Postdoc position in Theoretical Particle Physics and Gravity

Three-Year Postdoc in Theoretical Particle Physics and Gravity

The Niels Bohr International Academy at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a three-year postdoc position in Theoretical Particle Physics and Gravity.

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with a suitable research background focused on computations of classical gravitational post-Minkowskian physics from amplitudes. Priority is given to candidates with expertise in geodesic motion and extreme mass ratios to investigate the dynamical scattering of black holes, non-perturbative double copy methods, and Hamiltonians for gravity expressed in quadratic forms.

The candidates should hold a Ph.D. in physics (or graduate from a Ph.D. program before starting the position).

The position may be applied for at the Postdoctoral Researcher level.

Duration for this position: 3 years 

Further information about the Niels Bohr International Academy can be found at https://nbia.nbi.ku.dk/ . 

Inquiries about the position can be made to the NBIA Administrator, Gosia Dekempe ([email protected] ).

The position is planned to start on 1st October 2024 or as soon as possible.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The positions are covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. 

Terms of appointment and payment are by the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. 

The applications should be written in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. 

Please include:

– Curriculum vitae

– Diplomas: Master’s (or equivalent) and Ph.D. degree (or statement from supervisor regarding planned Ph.D. defense.) 

– Research plan – description of current and future research plans

– Complete publication list

– Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

Deadline

 The deadline for applications is Monday, March 25, 2023, at 23:59 GMT +2. 

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee. 

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/ .

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