Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Galaxy Evolution Studies

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Galaxy Evolution Studies

University of Oxford - Department of Physics

Oxford, United Kingdom

GBP 39,424 - 43,984 per year

The project is focusing on Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) radiative feedback and in particular its impact on the interstellar medium (ISM) of the host galaxy. Using a number of dust and gas tracers in the 2–28-micron regime, the project will uncover how supermassive black holes (SMBH) impact the ISM in their host galaxies by overcoming the glare of the AGN that overwhelms the host galaxy’s light.

The successful candidate will primarily analyse data from the James Webb Space Telescope. In addition, they will be expected to take the lead in designing follow-up programs with ground-based and space facilities; develop new data reduction techniques for analysis and interpretation of infrared photometric and spectroscopic data; publish and disseminate their results. You will have the opportunity to teach.

Applicants should have a PhD (or close to completion) in Astronomy/Astrophysics or a related field and ideally a strong background in infrared and submm/mm data reduction and analysis techniques. Candidates are expected to demonstrate how they can work in a team towards a specified goal, and have a publication record commensurate with their experience.