Summary
The High Energy Physics Institute in Barcelona (IFAE) is offering a 4-year PhD student position in its Gamma-ray group. The selected candidate will contribute to cutting-edge hardware developments for future space gamma-ray observatories, conduct scientific assessments for next-generation space missions, and perform high-impact data analysis using early scientific data from the CTA LSTs and MAGIC observatories.
PhD Opportunity: Shape the Future of Gamma-Ray Space Observatories (IFAE) Spain
Designation
Predoctoral Researcher / Investigador(a) predoctoral (R1)
Evaluation Criteria
| Evaluation Criteria | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| 1. Academic and/or scientific-technical trajectory of the candidate | Up to 50 |
| * Scientific-technical contributions (academic record and curricular merits) | Up to 45 |
| * Mobility and internationalization | Up to 5 |
| 2. Adequacy of the candidate to the research activities to be carried out | Up to 50 |
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Research Area
Astroparticle Physics, Gamma-Ray Astronomy, Instrumentation R&D for Space Missions, and Scientific Data Analysis.
Location
High Energy Physics Institute in Barcelona (IFAE), Barcelona, Spain.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education: Master’s degree in Physics (or equivalent) by the start date, providing direct access to the PhD program in Physics at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
- Language: A good command of spoken and written English.
- Desirable Skills: Experience with scientific programming (Python, C++, or similar) and data analysis tools.
- Assets: Previous experience with scientific instrumentation and/or scientific/technical contributions in gamma-ray astronomy or space missions.
Job Description
- Contribute to the design, testing, and evaluation of instrumentation for future gamma-ray space missions.
- Perform scientific analyses of data from gamma-ray observatories (MAGIC and/or CTA-LST) to study astrophysical sources and fundamental physics.
- Develop simulation, reconstruction, and analysis tools to support instrumentation studies and data analysis.
- Actively participate in international scientific collaborations, present results, and contribute to scientific publications.
- Conduct original research leading to the completion of a PhD thesis in Gamma-Ray Astronomy.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application materials to jrico@ifae.es and rrhh@ifae.es specifying the reference IFAE2026/35_GAMMA-RAY_PhDStudent.
The application must include:
- Motivation letter.
- Updated CV.
- Full list of university grades.
- Two letters of reference (to be sent directly to the email addresses above).
Last Date for Apply
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 (for full consideration).
- Start Date: No later than November 30, 2026.
