INAF-Trieste Astronomical Observatory (INAF-OATs) invites applications for two post-doctoral research positions, as detailed below. The initial appointment for both positions is for two years, with a possible extension depending on funding availability and performance. Further information on the openings and about the application procedure can be found at the links given below. In case of any doubt/question, please do not hesitate to contact me at gabriella.delucia@inaf.it

1. One position entitled “Neutral hydrogen as a cosmological probe: unlocking the full potential of the SKA Observatory”. The activities that will be carried out as part of the fellowship will include: (i) Generation of mock catalogues based on the GAEA theoretical model of galaxy formation, including prescriptions for the radio continuum and an explicit modelling of the 21 cm line; (ii) Analysis of the cosmological information that can be extracted from the cross-correlation signal between intensity mapping and the spatial distribution of galaxies selected using different techniques; (iv) Analysis of synergies and complementarities with different experiments, in particular Euclid.

The research will be carried out under the supervision of Dr. Gabriella De Lucia and in collaboration with other members of the SKA Cosmology Science Working Group. Additional information and inquiries about the scientific project can be addressed to gabriella.delucia@inaf.it . A link to the announcement and to the application form, as well as detailed instructions on the application procedure, can be found at: https://www.oats.inaf.it/index.php/en/job-opportunities.html (project ID: 325/2024)

The deadline for application is: February 15, 2024 .

2. One position entitled “Simulating the formation of the Most Massive Structures of the Universe”. The activities that will be carried out as part of the fellowship include: (i) Definition and realization of hydrodynamical and N-body simulations of the formation of galaxy clusters and proto-clusters; (ii) Use of the GAEA theoretical model of galaxy formation for the characterization of systems that can be identified using different observational techniques and for studies of their evolution.

The research will be carried out under the supervision of Dr. Alex Saro, and in collaboration with other researchers at INAF-OATs. Additional information and inquiries about the scientific project can be addressed to alexandro.saro@inaf.it . A link to the announcement and to the application form, as well as detailed instructions on the application procedure, can be found at: https://www.oats.inaf.it/index.php/en/job-opportunities.html (project ID: 319/2023)

The deadline for application is: January 31st, 2024 .

Both appointments are expected to begin in autumn 2024, but the precise starting date is negotiable. The initial appointments are for two years, with a possible extension depending on funding availability and performance. The annual gross salary will be 30,000 EUR, that is more than adequate for local costs of living. Travel funds will be available.

The area of Trieste offers a rich scientific environment which includes the University of Trieste and Udine, SISSA, INFN, ICTP, and IFPU. It also offers good computer facilities and access to supercomputer resources.

INAF-OATs is an Affirmative Action Institution. Women, Minorities, and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.