Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) Cosmology

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) Cosmology

University of Cambridge - Institute of Astronomy

Cambridge, United Kingdom

We invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher to work on CMB cosmology with data from the Simons Observatory (SO). The SO is a leading CMB experiment that has recently started observing from the Atacama Desert in Chile. We particularly welcome applications from those with interests in cosmology from the Sunyaev-Zel'dovich (SZ) effect, for example, cluster-count cosmology and interpretation of Compton-y maps. Successful candidates will work with Boris Bolliet, Anthony Challinor, Blake Sherwin and Inigo Zubeldia and the wider community of CMB and large-scale-structure researchers across Cambridge.

Candidates must possess significant theoretical/analytic skills and experience in developing/applying analyses for precision CMB studies or related fields. Candidates will collaborate internationally with colleagues, will interact closely with staff and students, disseminate research findings via publications/media (international workshops and conferences), and are encouraged to participate in teaching and learning.

Applicants must have a PhD in Astronomy (or a related field) or have submitted their PhD thesis by the start of appointment. Applicants must have an established track record of original research and a clear vision for current/future CMB research. Excellent communications skills and computing skills, preferably on HPC systems, are also required.