Research Associate – Jim Buckee Fellowship In Astrophysics at The University of Western Australia (Perth)

Job Description

ICRAR is looking for a highly motivated scientist to join the Cosmological Theory group as part of the prestigious Jim Buckee Fellowship scheme in Astrophysics. You will contribute to an independent research program aimed at undertaking research in supercomputer modelling of the formation and evolution of galaxies in the cosmic web. You will be making predictions that can be directly tested with next generation radio telescopes such as the SKA and its precursors/pathfinders.

You will play a key role in carrying out an independent and innovative research programme using galaxy formation modelling in cosmological simulations on state-of-the-art supercomputers to make predictions that can be tested using observational data from the SKA pathfinders, such as ASKAP, and the ultimately the SKA itself.

About you

The project will require expertise in theoretical and computational astrophysics, statistical analysis, and high-performance computing. You must hold a PhD in theoretical / computational astrophysics or related discipline.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

PhD in theoretical/computational astrophysics or related discipline

Excellent knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to work with, cosmological hydrodynamical

Excellent computing and data management skills

Experience in high performance computing

Strong publication record evidenced by international refereed publications

Ability to participate effectively in distributed scientific collaborations

Ability to contribute to outreach and/or educational programmes

Note: this position will require occasional overseas travel and meetings after hours due to the project activities and collaborators located globally.

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