Research Associate

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in plasma-astrophysics of black hole coronae using relativistic kinetic simulations
• Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals
• Participate in the intellectual life of CITA, including group meetings, seminars, and collaborations
• Engage with the broader community of postdocs and faculty at CITA

Requirements

• PhD in physics
• At least 4 years of postdoctoral experience in a related area of research
• Proven research experience in relativistic plasma astrophysics, black hole coronae, and radiation
• Demonstrated expertise in computational particle-in-cell (PIC) methods and code development
• A track record of high-impact publications, specifically regarding kinetic models of turbulence in black hole coronae
• Strong technical proficiency with High-Performance Computing (HPC) and relativistic radiative PIC plasma simulation code
• Exceptional analytical, writing, and communication skills

About the Company

The Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA) is Canada’s national research centre dedicated to the advancement of theoretical astrophysics. Located at the University of Toronto, CITA explores the universe’s most captivating mysteries, from the origins of the cosmos to the intricate workings of black holes, serving as a global nexus for innovation and scientific excellence.