Field of Interest:gr-qc, hep-ph, hep-th
Deadline: 2018-03-11
Region: Africa
Job description:
The Center for Space Research of North-West University is looking for a postdoctoral research fellow in cosmology.
More Information:http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/space-research
Deadline: 2018-03-11
Region: Africa
Job description:
The Center for Space Research of North-West University is looking for a postdoctoral research fellow in cosmology.
The fellowship holder will be based in the Department of Physics in Mafikeng and will conduct research in theoretical cosmology. Individuals who have achieved the doctoral degree within the past 5 years, and who have not previously held professional or academic positions, are eligible to apply. The fellowship position is tenable for 1 year starting as early as April, with the possibility of renewal twice. The value of the fellowship is R178,500 per annum, with the possibility of top-ups depending on the availability of funds. A maximum of R20,000 a year will also be made available as a contribution towards running expenses. A once-off relocation cost to a maximum of R20,000 will be provided for the successful candidate.
The Astronomy/Cosmology group in Mafikeng consist of 5 staff members and numerous postgraduate students. The current cosmology research focus is on modified theories of gravity and cosmological perturbations.
Eligible candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter describing their research experience and contact details of two references.
More Information:http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/space-research