We invite applications for a 3-year postdoctoral research position in the field of cosmology and gravitational wave data analysis. The successful candidate will join the Instituto de Estructura de la Materia (IEM - CSIC) in Madrid to work with Dr. Mauro Pieroni and Dr. Jesús Torrado. The proposed starting date is October 1st, 2026. The deadline for application is on the 15th of November.
The research focus is the development and application of advanced inference techniques to extract cosmological and astrophysical information from gravitational wave observations. Specific areas of interest include Bayesian methodologies (hierarchical modelling, classical and machine-learning approaches), synergies between gravitational waves and other cosmological probes, and theoretical and computational developments in multi-messenger cosmology. Strong candidates with only partial overlap will also be considered.
Qualifications
- A PhD in physics, astronomy, or a related field by the start date.
- Expertise in cosmology, gravitational wave physics, or data analysis.
- Strong background in statistical inference and computational methods, preferably including MCMC/nested sampling/variational inference, and machine learning methods.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following materials to mauro.pieroni(at)csic.es and jesus.torrado(at)csic.es:
- Cover letter (max 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages) and list of publications.
- Research statement, briefly summarising past work and current interests (max 2 pages).
Please, arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to the same email addresses by the deadline.
Deadline for full consideration
November 15th, 2025 (but applications will be considered until the position is filled).
For inquiries, please contact
mauro.pieroni(at)csic.es and jesus.torrado(at)csic.es
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