Research Associate

Te Kura Matu | School of Physical and Chemical Sciences Located in Otautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand - Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) - Fixed term position (3 years) - Kia hiwa r, kia hiwa r _He hiahia, he pukenga nou ki te mahi a te Postdoctoral Fellow? N ia te powhiri n Te Whare W nanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te turanga nei._ **Au Mahi | What You Will Do** As part of the research project "Revealing the Secrets of High-Energy Galactic Particle Accelerators with Multi-messenger and Multi-Wavelength Observations," funded under the Marsden Scheme we have an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join Professor Jenni Adams' research team in the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences (SPCS). The University of Canterbury is a long-standing member of the IceCube collaboration and this research project is a joint collaboration with the Adelaide University astroparticle group with links to HESS and Australian radio telescopes. This project will investigate extreme environments in the Milky Way, combining neutrino, gamma-ray and radio observations to elucidate the origins of our Galaxy's high-energy cosmic rays. You will be an integral part of the research team, focusing on: - Developing an IceCube data selection optimized for Galactic plane neutrino source searches. - Multimessenger modelling and interpretation of Galactic sources. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of neutrino astrophysics within an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. **Mou | Who You Are** We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal, intercultural, research, and organisational skills. In addition, we are interested in someone who is creative, self-motivated, and has a strong drive to push boundaries and deliver impactful results. To be successful in this role you will have a PhD in Physics or Astronomy with a strong research background in: - Observational astrophysics with neutrino and/or gamma-ray telescopes - Statistical methods and data analysis. - Computer programming and software development. You will have excellent problem-solving skills, exceptional communication in written and verbal English, and the ability to work creatively and independently. **Mahi Ng tahi | Who You Will Work With** The Te Kura Matu School of Physical and Chemical Sciences is a thriving community with a legacy spanning 150 years of academic excellence. Amongst the largest Schools within the University, we are driven by our collective commitment to search for innovative solutions that address the problems and challenges both within New Zealand and the World. The School offers a spectrum of majors including Astronomy, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences. Our research endeavours are channelled through five central themes: Sustainability and the Environment, New Materials, Nanotechnology and Laser Physics, Energy and Storage, and Astronomy and Astrophysics, as well as Human, Animal, and Plant Health. By joining our School, you will be a part of pioneering initiatives that shape the future of scientific discovery and leave an indelible mark on the world. For more information about our team, please visit us at Physical and Chemical Sciences | University of Canterbury **Ng Painga o UC | Why UC** Ng Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our konga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study. For more info on Ng Uara | Our Values visit us here: Our values | University of Canterbury We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world. **The closing date for this position is: 13 September 2025 (midnight, NZ time)**: **Pehea te tono mai | How You Apply** Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include: - A resume, which includes contact details for two nominated referees. Salary for a Post-Doctoral Fellow is NZ$86,612 p.a. The nominal start date is September 2025 or earlier; flexibility is possible. Appointable salary for a Research Associate will be $62,845p.a - $73,306 p.a. For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand.