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Machine-learning algorithms for the analysis of gravitational-wave data

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION

REFERENCE OF THE POST : IISN-Virgo-2023
STARTING DATE: 2023/09/01 (flexible)
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: April 1st, 2023

Official web page: https://www.theo.phys.ulg.ac.be/ifpawiki/index.php?title=Postdoctoral_posts
STAR Institute web page: https://www.star.uliege.be/cms/c_4265211/en/star
IFPA web page: https://www.theo.phys.ulg.ac.be

JOB DESCRIPTION

The STAR Institute at the University of Liege, Belgium is welcoming applications to a postdoctoral researcher position to work with the IFPA group starting in September 2023, with some flexibility on the starting date.

The postdoctoral researcher will focus on machine-learning-based analysis of LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA data. Our group so far has participated in the development of algorithms for long burst detection, lensing detection, and early alert.

We are in close contact with the Belgium Gravity Consortium (BelGrav), and are members of the Virgo collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED / PROFILE

  • A doctorate in sciences or applied sciences;
  • A good knowledge of machine learning methods.

Note that the candidate must not have spent more than 24 months as a resident of Belgium over the last 3 years.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The selection procedure will be in accordance with the regulations of the University of Liège. Our institutional policy is based on diversity and equal opportunities. We select candidates on the basis of their qualities, regardless of age, sexual orientation, origin, beliefs, disability or nationality.

APPLICATIONS

Applications will be sent to jr.cudell@uliege.be, specifying the reference number of the post no later than April 1st, 2023.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

  • A motivation letter;
  • A complete curriculum vitae;
  • A complete publication list;
  • A report on previous and current research activities, as well as a research project;
  • Two letters of recommendation that should be independently sent to the above address.

RECRUITMENT CONDITIONS

The position is allocated for 2 years and may be extended to a third year in exceptional cases.

INFORMATION

Any information concerning the nature of the tasks can be obtained from Prof. Jean-René Cudell, jr.cudell@uliege.be

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