The Gravitational Physics Research led by Prof. Michele Vallisneri in the Dept. of Physics at ETH Zurich invites applications for one or more 3-year postdoctoral positions on novel statistical and computational approaches for gravitational-wave data analysis with applications to LISA and pulsar-timing-array data analysis.
In 2015, the LIGO–Virgo collaboration achieved the first detection of high-frequency gravitational radiation, confirming Einstein’s 1916 results, and establishing the existence of binaries of stellar-mass black holes. The next frontier – the observation of a background of very-low-frequency gravitational waves – was reached in 2023 by pulsar-timing- rray programs (NANOGrav and its international counterparts). Continuing pulsar-timing observations will clarify the origin, spectral features, and multipolar structure of the background, and may also reveal the presence of nearby individual sources. In the mid 2030s, the space mission LISA will begin to observe thousands of low-frequency gravitational-wave sources, including ultracompact stellar-remnant binaries in the Milky Way, and the mergers of massive-black-hole binaries across cosmic time. The newly formed Gravitational Physics Research Group at ETH Zurich leads the implementation of the Swiss LISA Data Center (in collaboration with Profs. Giardini and Robertsson’s research groups in the Dept. of Earth and Planetary Science), and participates in the science activities of the NANOGrav pulsar-timing consortium.
You will work within the Gravitational Physics group at ETH Zurich and contribute to our LISA effort, our NANOGrav effort, or both:
In your research, you will experiment with a range of computational and mathematical techniques, including neural-network-based inference, information-theoretical approaches, and GPU- and AI-based acceleration. You will assist in the supervision of PhD theses and Master student projects. You will participate in outreach opportunities and in teaching at the undergraduate and Master level. You will join a team working on the future of gravitational-wave science through technical development, strategic planning, and attention to the long-term cultural impact of our field.
We offer a dynamic, challenging role within an inspiring environment at a world-renowned university. Career development is central to our culture, and we are committed to supporting your professional growth.
Postdocs at ETH Zurich earn competitive salaries and are eligible for both social security and retirement benefits (the current annual gross salary starts at CHF 92'200 in the first year and goes up to CHF 101'600 in the third and fourth year). Funding for attending international conferences is available and potential publication costs will be covered.
ETH Zurich is regularly rated as the best university in continental Europe and Zurich itself is one of the most livable and attractive cities worldwide. Many people at ETH Zurich and within our research group have an international background. English is our common language.
Complete applications received by January 15, 2025 will receive full consideration. The position is open to candidates from all countries. The starting date is negotiable, but should be no later than September 2025.
We look forward to receiving your application, as a single PDF, including:
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Questions regarding the position (but no applications) should be directed to Prof. Dr. Michele Vallisneri, e-mail: mvallisneri@ethz.ch.
ETH Zürich is well known for its excellent education, ground-breaking fundamental research and for implementing its results directly into practice.
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