Doctoral student in Galactic archaeology with 4MOST

Description of the workplace
Lund University has been involved in preparing for 4MOST for more than ten years. Several researchers hold leading roles, directing surveys and the working groups that analyse the raw data. We are now seeking a PhD student to work with data that will be released continuously over the next five years. The research focuses on Galactic archaeology based on spectroscopic observations of stars in the Milky Way.
Being a doctoral student
As a doctoral student, you are both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University.
As a doctoral student, you will be trained in a scientific approach. In short, you will be trained to think critically and analytically, to solve problems independently using the right methods, and to develop an awareness of research ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on projects, to develop your leadership and pedagogical skills. Throughout your studies, you will be guided by supervisors. Doctoral studies end with a thesis and a doctoral degree.
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Subject and project description
We are seeking a PhD student in observational astronomy. The student will analyse spectroscopic data from 4MOST to understand the origins of the Milky Way and how its stellar populations formed and evolved. The thesis may also include opportunities to develop new observational projects.
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Work duties

You will primarily devote yourself to your doctoral education, which mainly consists of writing a doctoral thesis.
Conduct research in the subject area
Publish in high-quality journals
Participate inproject meetings at Lund University and within the 4MOST consortium
Present results at national and international conferences
In addition to studies, a maximum of 20% of working time may be spent on teaching and other departmental work
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Qualifications

To be eligible for admission and employment as a doctoral student, you must fulfil the requirements below.

Admission requirements

A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if the applicant:
has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.
Specific admission requirements
To be admitted to the third-cycle programme in Astronomy and Astrophysics the student must have earned credits in first and second-cycle programmes in which physics, mathematics and/or corresponding engineering subjects have been substantial elements. In addition to 60 credits in basic physics, there is a requirement for at least 30 credits in subjects of relevance to Astronomy and Astrophysics, e.g., courses in astronomy or other physics subjects, or engineering subjects such as space technology and automatic control. The 90 credits must include at least 45 second-cycle credits.
Equivalent knowledge acquired through corresponding programmes will be assessed individually.
In order to enable interdisciplinary initiatives and important specialisations in certain areas, students with qualifications in subjects other than Astronomy and Astrophysics may be considered for admission.
Additional requirements
In order to complete the doctoral programme in question, the following are also required:
good ability to work independently and to formulate and tackle research problems.
good written and oral communication skills good ability to cooperate very good knowledge of English, spoken and written
Merits
Strong numerical and analytical problem-solving skills, and experience with programming languages, particularly Python
Experience working with and analysing stellar spectra
Experience with statistical analys of large datasets

Selection criteria

The selection of eligible applicants will be made taking into account the ability to benefit from the training based on the following criteria:
knowledge that is an advantage (see reuirements and merits above) demonstrated ability to tackle complex research problems, work both collaborately and independently, and complete taskson time consideration will be given to the applicant’s ability to collaborate, initiative, and independence, as well as how their experience and skills indicate they have the qualities needed to successfully complete the doctoral education

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.
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About the employment

The employment is a fixed-term employment at full time, starting as soon as possible. Third cycle studies at Faculty of Science consist of full-time studies for 4 years. In the case of teaching and other departmental duties, the employment is extended accordingly. Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §§.
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Interviews will be conducted online via Zoom

How to apply

The application should be written in English and you must attach to your application:
CV and personal letter with a justification of why you are interested in the training place/employment and in what way the research project matches your interests and your educational background.
Copies of issued study certificates and/or diplomas. These should prove your basic and special eligibility for the doctoral education subject and show that you have the subject knowledge required for the doctoral education project.
Other information that you wish to refer to (copies of grades, information for references, letters of recommendation, etc.).
We welcome your application.