The Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center in Warsaw, Poland, invites applications for a student scholarship funded by the National Science Center (NCN). The successful applicant will collaborate with Prof. Gerald Handler on the project "Exploiting the potential of asteroseismology of binary stars", through the OPUS grant no 2021/43/B/ST9/02972.
The studentship with an amount of 5000 PLN/month, gross is available for 8 months with the possibility of a 4-month extension.
The task of the student is to carry out analysis of spectroscopic and photometric time series data for the determination of stellar orbits, binary star parameters, pulsational frequencies and identification of pulsation modes, as well as theoretical modelling. The main requirement for this position is the possession of a valid MSc degree or equivalent in astronomy (or physics, mathematics or engineering) or a status of doctoral student. Advantages will be: good knowledge of the English language, experience in frequency analysis of spectroscopic and photometric data, knowledge of Fortran and python, as well as some knowledge about the asteroseismic modelling process.
The applicants should provide:
- a copy of their diploma,
- a CV including education history, information about eventual scientific achievements (publications, awards and scholarships, participation in scientific conferences, workshops and research programs),
- a short letter of motivation,
- and a signed GDPR declaration, available at:
https://www.camk.edu.pl/media/uploads_current/o_instytucie/rodo/rodo_deklaracja_ncn_ang.pdf.
Applications should be sent in pdf form to recruitment@camk.edu.pl.
Deadline for applications is 16 May 2025, 23:59 CET.
The applications will be reviewed by the recruitment committee according to the "Regulations for awarding NCN scholarships for NCN-funded research projects" (Annex to Resolution No 25/2024 of the NCN Council, dated on March 4, 2024)."
The contest will be resolved no later than 30 May 2025.
Enquiries about the studentship can also be addressed to gerald@camk.edu.pl.
