For our location in Zeuthen we are seeking:
Limited: 2 years | Starting date: 02.09.2024 | ID: APPO007/2024 | Deadline: 15.05.2024 | Full-time/Part-time | Remote work possible
DESY, with more than 3000 employees at its two locations in Hamburg and Zeuthen, is one of the world's leading research centres. Its research focuses on decoding the structure and function of matter, from the smallest particles of the universe to the building blocks of life. In this way, DESY contributes to solving the major questions and urgent challenges facing science, society and industry. With its ultramodern research infrastructure, its interdisciplinary research platforms and its international networks, DESY offers a highly attractive working environment in the fields of science, technology and administration as well as for the education of highly qualified young scientists.
The Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) is a ground-breaking, next-generation facility for high-energy gamma-ray astronomy. DESY is among the largest contributor to the construction of CTA. It leads the development of the CTA Monte Carlo simulation pipeline and aims to implement FAIR data management workflows within the framework of the PUNCH4NFDI consortium.
- Contribute to the implementation of the CTA Monte Carlo Simulations Pipeline
- Conduct physics research utilizing data from existing gamma-ray experiments (VERITAS, H.E.S.S.) and CTA prototypes
- Collaborate with a team of astrophysicists and data scientists to meet project goals
- Disseminate findings through publications, reports, and presentations
Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket at both locations.
Limited: 2 years
- Ph.D. in physics or astronomy
- Experience in Monte Carlo simulations or reconstruction methods for astroparticle or particle physics experiments
- Experience or proven interest in data management
- Knowledge of programming (python) and scientific computing methods
- Good knowledge of English
For further information please contact Gernot Maier at +49 (0)33762-7-7598 (gernot.maier@desy.de).
Please submit your complete application documents (letter of motivation, CV and relevant certificates).
We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:
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DESY promotes equal opportunities and diversity. The professional development of women is very important to us and therefore we strongly encourage women to apply for the vacant position. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified (sbv.desy.de).
You can find further information here:
https://www.desy.de/career/
Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Personalabteilung
Notkestraße 85
22607 Hamburg
Phone: +49 40 8998-3392
Deadline for applications: 16.05.2024