Academic Department
Natural Sciences

Faculty Name
ARCO- The Astrophysics Research Center of the Open University

Field of Research
High Energy Astrophysics

Number of Positions Available: 1

Duration: 2 Years

Could the duration be extended? Yes

Work Arrangement: In-Person
 
Job Description
The astrophysics research center of the Open University (ARCO) invites applicants for a 2+1-year Postdoctoral position in High-Energy Astrophysics. Successful candidates will conduct research in theoretical, numerical, or observational astrophysics and will have full access to all resources available at the center. We offer a position in high-energy astrophysics, collaborating with Prof. Yossef Zenati, Prof. Paz Beniamini, Prof. Jonathan Granot, and other members of the ARCO team.

Applicants should have:

  • Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a related field, with a background in high-energy astrophysics. 
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Excellent communication skills and an established record of research productivity.
  • For a numerical position, a strong background in scientific simulation, programming (e.g., GRMHD, Athena++, FLASH), software development, and high-performance computing is required for those candidates interested in numerical research projects.

Extension to the third year depends on performance and funding. Starting dates are expected up to the Fall of 2026.

Key areas of research studied by ARCO members: https://arco.org.il

High energy astrophysics: Gamma Ray Bursts, gravitational waves, compact object mergers, magnetars, fast radio bursts, r-process nucleosynthesis, tidal disruption events, supernovae, and magnetized turbulence (J. Granot, P. Beniamini, Y. Zenati, H. B. Perets). Additionally, we have several external members, including E. Most (Caltech), O. Fox (STScI), R. Gill (UNAM), and P. Bera (BHU).

Cosmology: Large Scale Structure formation and evolution, The Epoch of Reionization, Cosmic Dawn, the Dark Ages, redshifted 21 cm observations, intensity mapping (S. Zaroubi).

Dynamics: Stellar and planetary dynamics, dynamics near massive black holes (H. B. Perets).

Exoplanets: interior structure, thermal evolution, planet formation, exoplanet characterization (A. Vazan, H. B. Perets).

General Relativity and its extensions: Quantum field theory in curved space time, black hole entropy and the information paradox, modified gravitational theories (M. Hadad, G. Hetzroni, Y. Verbin)

Applicants should submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, a brief (up to ~3 pages) statement of research interests and experience, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Ms Iris Natan. (irisnat@openu.ac.il)

All application materials (including letters) must be received by 31/12/2025.


Contact: irisnat@openu.ac.il