Contact: g.pratten[AT]bham.ac.ukLocation: Birmingham, UK
We are inviting applications for multiple fully-funded PhD positions in gravitational-wave astrophysics at the University of Birmingham, UK. We are particularly interested in applicants to work in a range of areas including: gravitational-wave data analysis, analytical and numerical modelling of gravitational-wave sources, exploring the physics and population properties of black holes and neutron stars, and searches for new physics with compact binaries.
The Institute for Gravitational Wave Astronomy is a leading centre for gravitational-wave research in Europe, offering a vibrant research environment with diverse interests. Students will have the opportunity to engage with a global research network, including the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the LISA Consortium, the Cosmic Explorer Consortium, the Einstein Telescope, and the European Pulsar Timing Array.
The School of Physics and Astronomy is an Institute of Physics Juno Champion since 2014 and holder of the Athena SWAN Silver Award. Both initiatives recognise the School’s commitment to promote diversity and equality, and to encourage better practice for all members of the community, whilst also working towards developing an equitable working culture in which all students and staff can achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, and particularly encourage applications from traditionally under-represented groups in physics and astronomy.
For further information about the application procedure and other PhD opportunities within the group, please visit: http://www.sr.bham.ac.uk/phd/index.php. Informal inquiries can be directed to Prof Alberto Vecchio (a.vecchio[at]bham.ac.uk), Dr Gregorio Carullo (g.carullo[at]bham.ac.uk), Dr Patricia Schmidt (p.schmidt[at]bham.ac.uk), and Dr Geraint Pratten (g.pratten[at]bham.ac.uk). The deadline for applications is the 19th of January 2025.
Kind Regards,
Geraint Pratten on behalf of the Institute for Gravitational Wave Astronomy