Postdoc in Luminous infrared galaxies, starbursts and AGNs

Information about the division and the project
Curiosity is the driving force behind the research at the Department of Space Earth and Environment (SEE) and our goals are to find new knowledge about space, our Earth and our future energy supply. The Division of Astronomy and Plasma Physics has a wide range of research fields ranging from exoplanets and solar system studies, Galactic star formation, to to extragalactic astronomy, cosmology and fusion plasma physics. The successful candidate will be working in the research team led by professor Susanne Aalto which is part of an international research network. There is significant interaction and cooperation between the division research teams, and the  division is also in close collaboration with the Onsala Space Observatory - the Swedish National Facility for Radioastronomy and the location of e.g. the Nordic ALMA ARC, the 20m mm-wave telescope, the 25m cm-wave telescope and a LOFAR station.

This position is connected to the project “HIDDeN- Exploring the Hidden Dusty Nuclei”, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) (PI:S. Aalto). The HIDDeN team studies the properties and evolution of galaxies with a focus on the rapid growth in dust obscured luminous infrared galaxies (U/LIRGs) - in the local and high-redshift Universe. Specifically, we  study how supermassive black holes grow together with their host galaxies and the link to massive bursts of star formation ("the Starburst-AGN connection"). We also study how the evolution of galaxies is regulated by feedback processes in the form of outflows, winds and jets powered by accreting supermassive black holes and/or star formation.

In the HIDDeN project we use multi-wavelength techniques, including recently developed mm and submm observational methods, to reach behind the curtain of dust in the most obscured centers of U/LIRGs, allowing us to undertake ground-breaking studies of heretofore hidden rapid evolutionary phases of nearby and distant galaxy nuclei.  

We are seeking ambitious, highly-qualified postdoctoral researchers with experience in any of the following areas:
1- mm/submm/radio interferometric studies of nearby and/or distant galaxies, AGNs and starbursts
2- molecular astrochemistry, radiative transfer modelling, cosmic rays, high energy astrophysics
3- galactic dynamics studies, outflows and feedback
4- experience with numerical techniques for modeling galaxy evolution

Major responsibilities
Your major responsibility as postdoc is to perform research in the group of Susanne Aalto. The position could also include teaching on undergraduate and master's levels as well as supervising master's and/or PhD students to a certain extent. You have a responsibility to contribute to the academic environment at the department and to engage in networking activities. The position is meritorious for future research duties within academia as well as industry/the public sector.

Position summary
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of two years (1+1).

Qualifications
The application should have a PhD, preferably in physics and/or astronomy/astrophysics - and preference is given to extragalactic astronomy, by the start of the appointment. A successful candidate should demonstrate potential for research.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. If you do not speak Swedish, we strongly encourage you to learn and Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

Chalmers continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Our offer to you
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the dynamic city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

This position includes a generous yearly travel allowance and as well as access to state-of-the-art observing and computing facilities. The position also includes health benefits and paid vacation.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20200636 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 31 January, 2021

For questions, please contact:
Professor Susanne Aalto, SEE
E-mail: saalto@chalmers.se

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