The Anton Pannekoek Institute for Astronomy (API) at
the University of Amsterdam invites applications for multiple
PhD positions in astronomy and astrophysics. The positions
are open to candidates from any country. The institute
provides a stimulating, international environment in a city
where English is a common language. Of our current 42 PhD
students, over 70% are foreign, and over 40% are female.
PhD students execute a vigorous research program, under
the supervision of one or more faculty members. Positions
will be available in a number of fields of research where the
institute is active, including exoplanets, compact objects,
stellar astrophysics and radio transients.
More information about our research can be found at
http://www.astro.uva.nl/research/ .
University of Amsterdam PhD students are fully-funded
for four years and earn competitive salaries. The gross
monthly salary starts at 2191 euro in the first year,
gradually increasing to 2801 euro in the fourth year. This is
also topped up with an end of year bonus (one month salary)
plus May holiday bonus (also close to one month salary).
Additional comprehensive benefits include paid vacation, sick
leave, disability insurance, maternity and parental leave and
pension contribution. The mandatory Dutch health insurance is
not included but is very affordable (~100 euro per month).
Relocation costs (within reason) will also be reimbursed.
Instructions for applicants are available at
http://www.astro.uva.nl/jobs/phd-positions-at-the-api/ .
Applications will be via online submission where, as well as
providing details of at least two referees, applicants will
have to provide a curriculum vitae, a transcript of all
university courses taken and grades obtained, and a cover
letter which includes a brief statement of research interests
and experience.
The successful candidates must have a MSc degree (or
equivalent) by the PhD starting date, which will typically be
in Autumn 2017, but this is negotiable. Applications need to
be submitted on or before November 24, 2016. By early January
we will invite promising candidates for a presentation and
interviews to be held on February 9 and 10, 2017.
API PhD jobs website:
http://www.astro.uva.nl/jobs/phd-positions-at-the-api/
Contact email: api-jobs@list.uva.nl
Contact person: Ms. Milena Hoekstra
