ph3Open Position PhD Position for the Gamma-ray Group /h3 pOpening Date: bJuly 22, 2026 /b /p pClosing Date: bUntil Filled /b /p h3About IFAE /h3 pThe High Energy Physics Institute in Barcelona (IFAE) announces the opening of one 4-year PhD student position in the Gamma-ray group. IFAE is a worldwide-recognized center for fundamental research in Particle Physics, Astroparticle Physics and Cosmology, and provides an international, dynamic, and competitive environment for training of young researchers. /p h3About The Gamma-ray Group /h3 pAt the IFAE Gamma-ray Group we develop advanced detector technologies for future space gamma-ray observatories and play leading roles in several major international projects, including HERD, FOCUS, MAGIC, and CTA. /p pAs a PhD student in our group, you will have the unique, multi-faceted opportunity to contribute directly to cutting-edge hardware developments, drive the scientific assessment and simulations of next-generation space mission concepts, and perform high-impact data analysis using the very first scientific data from the CTA LSTs. /p h3Job profile and responsibilities /h3 pThe PhD thesis will integrate both instrumentation RD for future gamma-ray space missions and scientific data analysis using observations from current gamma-ray observatories. /p h3The Successful Candidate Will Be Expected To /h3 ul liContribute to the design, testing, and evaluation of instrumentation for future gamma-ray space missions. /li liPerform scientific analyses of data from gamma-ray observatories (MAGIC and/or CTA-LST) to study astrophysical sources and fundamental physics. /li liDevelop simulation, reconstruction, and analysis tools supporting instrumentation studies and data analysis. /li liActively participate in international scientific collaborations, presenting results and contributing to scientific publications.



/li liConduct original research leading to the completion of a PhD thesis in Gamma-Ray Astronomy. /li /ul h3Specific Requirements And Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liCandidates must hold, by the start date of the contract, a Master’s degree in Physics or an equivalent qualification providing direct access to the PhD program in Physics at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. /li liA good command of spoken and written English is required. /li liPrevious experience with scientific instrumentation will be considered an asset. /li liExperience with scientific programming (Python, C++, or similar languages) and data analysis tools is desirable. /li liScientific and technical contributions in the fields of gamma-ray astronomy and/or space missions will be considered an asset. /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 pThe successful candidate will enjoy a predoctoral grant as part of the predoctoral actions integrated in the framework of bProyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2023 /b, funded by the bMinisterio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades, Agencia Estatal de Investigación, FEDER and FSE /b (project code bPID NB-C21 /b). /p h3Contract conditions /h3 ul liFull-time contract (40 hours/week). /li liPredoctoral contract with a maximum duration of 48 months. /li liIFAE professional category: Investigador(a) predoctoral (R1). /li liSalary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications within the corresponding category range. /li liAdditional funds covering the doctoral program fee and a 2–3 month research stay abroad. /li liImportant:



The selected candidate must be available to start no later than November 30, 2026. /li /ul pThe candidate will develop a PhD thesis on astroparticle physics data analysis as well as instrumentation and/or software development related to gamma-ray space missions, benefiting from close supervision, opportunities to attend international conferences and collaboration meetings, specialized training in instrumentation and data analysis, and access to a broad network of international collaborators. /p h3Evaluation process /h3 pThe Evaluation And Selection Process Guarantees The Principles Of Competition, Publicity, And Transparency. The Recruitment Process Follows An Open And Competitive Selection Procedure Carried Out According To The Following Criteria /p h3Evaluation criteria Points /h3 p1. Academic and/or scientific-technical trajectory of the candidate Up to 50 Scientific-technical contributions (academic record and curricular merits) Up to 45 Mobility and internationalization Up to 5 /p h32. Adequacy of the candidate to the research activities to be carried out /h3 pUp to 50 /p pMore information about the evaluation criteria can be found in bArticle 12 of the official call /b (in Spanish) . /p pA Selection Committee will evaluate the received applications. If more than one candidate seems equally suitable for the position, the Selection Committee may arrange an online interview as part of the selection process. /p pIFAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and social integration of people with disabilities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. People from groups that are typically underrepresented in the labour market in general and in Science and Engineering in particular, such as women, minorities, or people with disabilities, are particularly encouraged to apply. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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