Peking University, Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics
Position ID:
Position Title:
KIAA Postdoctoral Position for Research on Pulsar Astronomy and Gravitational Astrophysics
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Beijing, Beijing 100871, China
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
2022/02/01 11:59PM
finished (2021/09/02, finished 2022/08/06, listed until 2022/03/02)
finished (2021/09/02, finished 2022/08/06, listed until 2022/03/02)Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
KIAA Postdoctoral Position for Research on Pulsar Astronomy and Gravitational Astrophysics The Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics (KIAA) at Peking University invites applications for two postdoctoral research appointments. The appointments will be for two years, renewable for a third year subject to a performance evaluation and the availability of funding. We seek qualified applicants to work with Professor Lijing Shao on topics related to pulsar astronomy and gravitational astrophysics. Applicants with experience on theoretical aspects of neutron stars, tests of gravity, gravitational waves, as well as black hole spacetimes are especially encouraged to apply. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, beginning on October 15, 2021, until the positions are filled. KIAA is located on the historic grounds of Peking University, has English as the working language, and regularly sponsors thematic workshops and conferences to provide a platform for national and international scientific exchanges. KIAA is engaged in national and international theoretical and observational initiatives, development and use of facilities, and student training, pursued in partnerships with other Kavli institutes and a network of domestic and international astronomy centers. For more information on KIAA, see http://kiaa.pku.edu.cn. RANK: Postdoctoral fellow. SALARY: Depending on qualifications and experience. START DATE: December 1, 2021; March/May/September 1, 2022 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or related fields completed or expected by the effective date, and a demonstrated record of research excellence. The successful applicants should begin at KIAA within 3 years of their PhD diploma. PKU is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of any nationality are encouraged to apply. APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should submit a CV, a list of publications, a brief summary of research interests, and arrange for three to four letters of recommendation to Academic Jobs Online. Please contact Prof. Lijing Shao (lshao@pku.edu.cn) if you have any inquiries. DEADLINE: Positions will remain open until filled.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three to four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics
Peking University
5 Yiheyuan Road
Haidian District
Beijing 100871
P. R. China
Peking University
5 Yiheyuan Road
Haidian District
Beijing 100871
P. R. China