2025_3_214- A research support technician contract in gravitational wave physics at the University of the Balearic Islands

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2025_3_214- A research support technician contract in gravitational wave physics at the University of the Balearic Islands

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Offer DescriptionFor this call, we are seeking applications for one research support technician position in gravitational wave physics to bolster our involvement in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration. The successful candidate will be involved in research lines (LIA-3) ‘Gravitational Wave Experiments and Multi-messenger Astronomy’ and ‘Computing, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence’ (LIA-8) on the following project: ‘Advanced Technologies for the Exploration of the Universe and its Components.’In particular, they will be involved in:
– Analysing data from the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA O4 observation run
– Characterising LIGO detectors.Research in the gravitational physics group at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) spans a wide range of topics, including gravitational wave data analysis, waveform modelling and numerical relativity. The group comprises PIs Alicia Sintes and Sascha Husa and faculty members David Keitel, Xisco Jiménez-Forteza, Antoni Ramos and Jaume Carot, as well as several post-doctoral researchers and PhD students. The group is involved in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the LISA Consortium and the Einstein Telescope project. For further details see .PI: Dra. Alicia Magdalena Sintes OlivesFunding body: Govern de les Illes BalearsInstitution: Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of the Balearic Islands (UIB)Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Astronomy » Astrophysics Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsA Master’s Degree in Physics.Specific RequirementsHaving been a member of any gravitational wave international collaboration (LIGO, GEO, Virgo, KAGRA, LISA, Einstein Telescope).Particular consideration will be given to candidates with expertise and experience in the following:
– Software development for gravitational-wave data analysis
– C, C++ or Python programming languages
– Version control systems (Git).Language requerimentsEnglish language skills. No accreditation required.Prior experienceExperience in gravitational wave physics.The selection committee will also consider:
– Publications in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to gravitational waves
– Conference papers
Request version: 2.11
– Research fellowships.Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Internal Application form(s) neededNormalitzat_Cvi_registreiseguiment_english_16.pdfEnglish(47.04 KB – PDF)Additional InformationBenefitsGross monthly salary: 2.350,00 €
Compensation may be higher where the successful candidate accredits recognised professional experienceNational Social Security Insurance (Public Health Insurance)Planned end date of the tasks subject to the contract: Thursday, Setember 25, 2025Eligibility criteria

• Curricular merits in the field (max. 40 points).
• Qualifications in the specialist area (max. 20 points), other (max. 5 points).
• Video curriculum and, if applicable, personal interview (max. 20 points).
• Experience in the field (max. 15 points). E.g.:

3 years (10 points),
3 years (5 points).

• Other merits (max. +5 points). E.g.: recommendation letters.

Eligibility threshold: 60 points.Candidates who hold the qualification corresponding to the required category in the job offer with a non-EU degree, if selected, must present a certificate of equivalence of their non-EU qualification to a European qualification, or proof of having applied for this equivalence, in order to proceed with their hiring. The equivalence can be requested from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities of Spain (see ).

Selection processIn accordance with article 8 of the REGULATORY AGREEMENT 145140 of 15th June 2022 that approves the regulation governing the recruitment of research staff under chapter 6 allocation of the university budget, as well as technical or operational research staff.i. The relevant Pro-Vice-Chancellor for research (or delegated representative) as chair.
ii. The supervisor (or delegated representative).
iii. The members of the Research Area Assessment Committee (CARAI).
iv. One or more expert members in the topic pertaining to the recruitment and chosen by the chair of the committee, where applicable.
v. The head of FORHU (or delegated representative), as secretary, who may speak but not vote.Additional commentsDirect grant from the Administration of the Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands to the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) to finance expenses derived from the project in the field of Astrophysics and High-Energy Physics titled ‘Advanced Technologies for the Exploration of the Universe and Its Components,’ within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, named ‘Institutional Reform and Strengthening of the Capacities of the National System of Science, Technology, and Innovation’ — PRTR.Please check the official website ( ) for updates and details of this offer, as they may be subject to change and will not be reflected in this publication. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) Country Spain GeofieldContact State/ProvinceIlles Balears CityPalma WebsiteStreetCra. de Valldemossa Km 7,5 Postal Code07122 E-Mailforhu.contractacio@uib.esSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€2350 per month

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España

Job date

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:51:40 GMT

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