At the international graduate school (Initiativkolleg: IK) on “The Cosmic Matter Circuit” one doctoral positions is available to highly qualified and motivated students starting at earliest on January 1st, 2009. The PhD program focuses on one of the big challenges of modern Astrophysics, the various processes of matter cycles. The research topic for this open position is focussed on aspects of the Interstellar and Intergalactic Medium influenced by stars and affecting galaxies:
- Stellar mass loss, Galactic gas infall and its effects on galaxy evolution, Chemo-dynamical evolution of galaxies, Galactic winds, Ram-pressure stripping, etc.
Additionally, individual research interests within the framework of Comic Matter Curcuit by the successful candidate can be addressed.
The position is funded for 2 years with the perspective of an extension by a third year. The successful applicants are employed half time (20 hours/ week) at the University of Vienna, including up to 10 hours/week in teaching and research tasks to be agreed individually. The total annual stipend amounts to 14,321 Euros, including health insurance; university tuition fees are waived. Very good skill of the English language is mandatory. The students are expected to hold a degree equivalent to the Austrian Diploma or Masters Degree in Astronomy/Astrophysics or a related area.
With more than 60000 students from 130 different countries the University of Vienna is one of the largest in Europe and offers a stimulating environment and atmosphere for studies and research. The Institute of Astronomy houses more than 400 students in Bachelor, Master, and PhD level studies and provides excellent training and research facilities with courses and research topics over a wide astronomical range from planetary sciences, stellar astrophysics and satellite astronomy to those of the IK.
Owing to its long history, Vienna is one of the leading cultural metropoles of the world and is situated in the heart of the growing European Union. The city is located beautifully in the Danube valley, flanked by the Vienna forest, and is about 2 hours from one of the most attractive hiking and skiing resorts in Europe.
Applicants are invited to submit documents by e-mail to the Spokesperson of the College that have to include:
· cover letter stating the reasons for applying;
· curriculum vitae;
· documentation of previous studies and certified copies of all university degrees received;
· Exposé of research interests and/or proposed dissertation projects (max. 3 pages).
In addition, two letters of recommendation of persons familiar with the applicant’s work and studies should be sent separately by the deadline to the Spokesperson.
The University of Vienna is an equal opportunity employer and particularly encourages applications from women and disabled persons. In the case of equal qualifications, female candidates will be preferred.
Applications within the deadline will be fully considered, but reviewing will continue until the positions are filled. |
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