Field of Interest:astro-ph, cs, gr-qc, hep-ex, nucl-ex, physics-other
Experiments:DESI
Deadline: 2017-06-01
Region: North America
Job description:
The Cosmology and Astrophysics group at Southern Methodist University has an opening for a postdoctoral research fellow position in dark energy measurement on the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI).
We seek an outstanding candidate who will play a leading role in the online, near realtime spectrum data reduction. The pipeline and downstream software are critical to extract the most precise results to ensure optimization of DESI observations to meet its Stage IV dark energy measurement goals. The successful applicant will develop software and techniques, and deploy them during commissioning and early science running in 2019. The successful applicant is also expected to conduct original research in the analysis of DESI data and the study of dark energy. The applicant will interact closely with graduate students.
DESI is a next generation, Stage IV dark energy spectroscopic survey, currently under construction, to be sited on the Mayall 4 m at Kitt Peak Observatory. Ten spectrographs each with 3 arms are fed by a total of 5000 optical fibers. The 5 year survey starting in 2019 obtains over 30 million galaxy spectra to constrain dark energy in the redshifts range 0<z<3.5 using precise baryon acoustic oscillation (BAO) and redshift space distortion measurements.
The SMU Cosmology/Astrophysics group holds significant responsibilities in software development for the DESI data systems, including the online spectroscopic pipeline and data quality. Group members are also involved in fast spectroscopic simulation software, and BAO and supernova constraints on cosmology. The wider SMU particle/astrophysics group pursues a broad research program including cosmology (DESI, SuperCDMS), astrophysics (ROTSE), high energy collider physics (ATLAS, D0), neutrino physics (DUNE, NOvA), and theoretical physics and phenomenology (CTEQ),
We seek a highly motivated applicant who has obtained, or is about to obtain, a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy or related fields. Software development experience is preferred. Experience in cosmology, astrophysics or experimental high energy physics are a plus. Expertise in spectroscopy, sky surveys and/or cosmological analysis are particularly prized. The start date is negotiable and can be as early as July 1, 2017. The initial appointment is for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. Although the position is sited at SMU, significant domestic, and some foreign, travel are expected. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications,
Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae, list of publications, description of research interests, and a cover letter matching skills to the job description. Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent via email. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To guarantee full consideration, applications should be received by May 15, 2017. All application materials and letters, and any inquiries, should be sent to Prof. Robert Kehoe at kehoe@physics.smu.edu.
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.
More Information:http://desi.lbl.gov
Experiments:DESI
Deadline: 2017-06-01
Region: North America
Job description:
The Cosmology and Astrophysics group at Southern Methodist University has an opening for a postdoctoral research fellow position in dark energy measurement on the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI).
We seek an outstanding candidate who will play a leading role in the online, near realtime spectrum data reduction. The pipeline and downstream software are critical to extract the most precise results to ensure optimization of DESI observations to meet its Stage IV dark energy measurement goals. The successful applicant will develop software and techniques, and deploy them during commissioning and early science running in 2019. The successful applicant is also expected to conduct original research in the analysis of DESI data and the study of dark energy. The applicant will interact closely with graduate students.
DESI is a next generation, Stage IV dark energy spectroscopic survey, currently under construction, to be sited on the Mayall 4 m at Kitt Peak Observatory. Ten spectrographs each with 3 arms are fed by a total of 5000 optical fibers. The 5 year survey starting in 2019 obtains over 30 million galaxy spectra to constrain dark energy in the redshifts range 0<z<3.5 using precise baryon acoustic oscillation (BAO) and redshift space distortion measurements.
The SMU Cosmology/Astrophysics group holds significant responsibilities in software development for the DESI data systems, including the online spectroscopic pipeline and data quality. Group members are also involved in fast spectroscopic simulation software, and BAO and supernova constraints on cosmology. The wider SMU particle/astrophysics group pursues a broad research program including cosmology (DESI, SuperCDMS), astrophysics (ROTSE), high energy collider physics (ATLAS, D0), neutrino physics (DUNE, NOvA), and theoretical physics and phenomenology (CTEQ),
We seek a highly motivated applicant who has obtained, or is about to obtain, a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy or related fields. Software development experience is preferred. Experience in cosmology, astrophysics or experimental high energy physics are a plus. Expertise in spectroscopy, sky surveys and/or cosmological analysis are particularly prized. The start date is negotiable and can be as early as July 1, 2017. The initial appointment is for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. Although the position is sited at SMU, significant domestic, and some foreign, travel are expected. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications,
Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae, list of publications, description of research interests, and a cover letter matching skills to the job description. Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent via email. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To guarantee full consideration, applications should be received by May 15, 2017. All application materials and letters, and any inquiries, should be sent to Prof. Robert Kehoe at kehoe@physics.smu.edu.
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.
More Information:http://desi.lbl.gov