Stellenausschreibung Nr. 56/2025
Physicist (f/m/d)
65% part time
PhD position for experimental astroparticle physics with the doctoral topic: "Ultra-high-energy cosmic rays with the Pierre Auger Observatory".
The Institute for Astroparticle Physics (IAP) is one of the world- leading institutes in experimental astroparticle physics. The successful candidate (f/m/d) will receive graduate training at the Karlsruhe School for Elementary Particle and Astroparticle Physics (KSETA) and will benefit from being part of a large group of students and scientists (f/m/d) working on a variety of astroparticle experiments, including the Pierre Auger Observatory and IceCube.
Tätigkeitsbeschreibung
- Analysis of data from the fluorescence telescopes of the Pierre Auger Observatory with a focus on developing a novel technique to calibrate the energy scale of cosmic-ray observatories using laser shots from the EarthCARE satellite
- Investigation of the mass composition in the transition region from galactic to extragalactic cosmic rays
- Presentation of the results at collaboration meetings and international conferences
- Participation in data-taking shifts at the observatory site in Argentina.
Persönliche Qualifikation
- Completed university degree in physics (Master) with a specialization in the field of particle or astroparticle physics
- Experience in data analysis and scientific computing, particularly with Python and C++
- Good written and spoken English skills
- Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team.
Organisationseinheit
Institut für Astroteilchenphysik (IAP)
Eintrittstermin
ab sofort / as soon as possible
Salary
Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
3 years.
Application up to
28.02.2025
Contact person in line-management
For further information, please contact Dr. Michale Unger, phone +49 721 608-23383, Email: michael.unger@kit.edu. The application should include a cover letter, CV, Bachelor's and Master's degree certificates and at least one letter of reference.
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