ERC-funded 6-month Studentship in KMOS Data processing and exploitation

European Southern Observatory Observatory, Germany

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Garching bei M nchen, BAYERN
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 20 Jul 2026

24 Jun 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

European Southern Observatory Observatory
Department

Office for Science
Research Field

Astronomy » Astrophysics
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

PhD Positions
Application Deadline

20 Jul 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin)
Country

Germany
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

40
Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon 2020
Reference Number

101045437
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

One studentship position on the reduction and validation of near-infrared integral-field spectroscopic observations is offered. The student will join the research group funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant CLEVeR (The CLuster and group Environment as Viewed by eROSITA), led by Paola Popesso, at the ESO Headquarters in Garching, Germany.


The CLEVeR project investigates the role of environment in shaping galaxy evolution across cosmic time, exploiting large multi-wavelength surveys and spectroscopic observations to study galaxies, active galactic nuclei, and feedback processes across a wide range of cosmic environments. The student will contribute to the scientific exploitation of the KMOS archival data as part of the EMPOWER (Emission line Mapping of galaxy POpulations in the cosmic Web EnviRonment) Consortium.


The successful candidate will work primarily on the reduction, calibration, validation, and quality assessment of KMOS SAF observations to combine the available data with the first survey tier of EMPOWER. The work will include the production of science-ready data products through the ESO KMOS data reduction pipeline, quality control of reduced data cubes, verification of calibration products, and preparation of datasets for subsequent scientific analysis. The student will collaborate closely with members of both the EMPOWER and CLEVeR teams and will be fully integrated into the ESO scientific environment.


The position is funded for a duration of 6 months, with a preferred starting date between September and October 2026. Salary will be in line with typical ESO Fellow salaries. The position includes the benefits as outlined under https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/students/ . Applicants must have a Master degree in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related discipline. Experience with scientific programming (e.g. Python), Linux/Unix environments, and astronomical data analysis is expected. Familiarity with spectroscopic data reduction and integral-field spectroscopy is desirable. Experience in the reduction and processing of KMOS observations is highly appreciated and will be considered a significant advantage. We regard diversity as an asset within a team and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.


The application is expected to consist of a CV (including education, technical skills, and research experience), a brief statement of research interests and motivation (maximum 1 pages), and contact details for at least one academic referee. Applications should be sent directly to Paola Popesso ([email protected] ). The deadline for applications is 20 of July, and the selection process will begin shortly thereafter.


Contact for application and further information:
 Paola Popesso ([email protected] )


Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]

Requirements
Research Field
Astronomy » Astrophysics
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Experience in the reduction and processing of KMOS observations is highly appreciated and will be considered a significant advantage.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Astronomy » Astrophysics
Years of Research Experience
None

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
European Southern Observatory Observatory
Country
Germany
City
Garching bei München
Postal Code
85748
Street
Karl-Schwarzschild-Str. 2
Geofield


Contact
State/Province

Bayern
City

Garching bei München
Website

https://www.eso.org
Street

Karl-Schwarzschild-Str. 2
Postal Code

85748
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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