Postdoc in Extragalactic Astronomy at the Cosmic Dawn Center – DTU Space

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Postdoc in Extragalactic Astronomy at the Cosmic Dawn Center – DTU Space

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Danmarks Tekniske Universitet

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Job Description:The Cosmic Dawn Center (DAWN) at the Section for Astrophysics and Atmospheric Physics at DTU Space, invites applications for a postdoc position starting in October 2025.DAWN is a centre of excellence funded by the Danish National Research Foundation, and is located at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU Space) and the University of Copenhagen. The centre brings together experts in all aspects of early Universe galaxy evolution and is deeply involved in major existing and upcoming surveys with HST, ALMA, Euclid and JWST, as well as cosmological and zoom-in simulations. This call cover a postdoc position based at DTU-Space. DAWN has a number of associate members at major research institutes across Europe, North America, and Australia. For more information on the Center’s activities and researchers, please seeResponsibilities and qualifications
The postdoc position is intended for an outstanding candidate with a background in theoretical astronomy and with interest and experience in semi-analytical models and submillimetre selected galaxies, who are interested in doing research in collaboration with senior researcher Bitten Gullberg and her group as part of the SUBSTANCE (SUB-millimetre SelecTed gAlaxies iN Cluster Environment) project. SUBSTANCE focuses on mapping the environmental impact on the evolution of submillimetre-selected galaxies. Collaborations with other DAWN scientists at DTU Space and NBI, as well as our international institutes associated with DAWN are encouraged. You are also expected to help create a stimulating and fun research center at DAWN. We also encourage DAWN postdocs to mentor and supervise BSc and MSc student projects, and co-supervise PhD students.As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.DAWN postdocs receive support for computing, travel, and publication expenses.Most non-Danish citizens are eligible for a favorable tax scheme. Copenhagen is a beautiful, family-friendly city with a large international community, a lively and diverse cultural scene, and a very high quality of life. You can find more on moving and living in Denmark here:Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is three years. The position is a full-time position with an expected starting date in the fall of 2025, upon agreement with the chosen candidate.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from:Dr. Bitten Gullberg (bgullberg@space.dtu.dk)You can read more about DTU Space at and the Cosmic Dawn Center atIf you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 10 April 2025 (23:59 Danish time).Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.The DTU Space Institute has about 200 employees and is located in the greater Copenhagen area at the Lyngby Campus of the Technical University of Denmark together with 19 other institutes within the technical sciences. We link natural science closely with the development of new technology. DTU Space is involved in the full life cycle of space activities, including concept and design, construction and proto-typing, calibration and validation, implementation and operations, data analysis, processing, dissemination, and applications, leading to new instruments and applications. With the specialized and refined technology available, we are getting more and more answers and further insight about the Earth and the universe surrounding us. We contribute to about 200 scientific publications a year.In the Astrophysics & Atmospheric Physics Division of the Space Research and Space Technology Institute (DTU Space), current focus areas cover large-scale structure of the universe, physics of compact objects, exoplanets, upper atmosphere physics and cosmo-climatology as well as development of instrumentation, in particular high-energy instrumentation, i.e. X- and gamma ray detectors and -optics. The division is currently active in the operation of instruments and data analysis from three satellites. The division also runs four instrumentation laboratories and hosts a center for space weather research and forecasts.Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden – Lyngby, Midtjylland

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