Postdoctoral position in observational astrophysics at CNRS / IRAP, Toulouse, France M/F
New
- Researcher in FTC
- 24 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut de Recherche en Astrophysique et planétologie
Contract Type
Researcher in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
31028 TOULOUSE
Contract Duration
24 months
Date of Hire
01/01/2027
Remuneration
Between €3,041.58 and €4,395.65 gross, depending on experience
Apply Application Deadline : 02 October 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
We invite applications for a 2+1yr postdoctoral position in stellar formation and exoplanet research at the Institut de Recherche en Astrophysique et Planétologie (IRAP) located in Toulouse, France, within the SPIRou science consortium locally coordinated by Drs JF Donati and C Moutou.
Activity
This project aims at modeling the magnetic topologies and accretion processes of pre-main sequence low-mass (T Tauri) stars, monitored with the SPIRou near-infrared spectropolarimeter at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope (CFHT) since 2019 in the framework of the SPIRou Large Programs. The goal is to analyze existing and future SPIRou data for a number of T Tauri stars of various masses, ages and accretion rates, to (i) model the spectropolarimetric data with ZDI, reconstruct the evolving stellar magnetic topologies and characterize the magnetospheric accretion processes taking place between the inner accretion disk and the stellar surface, and (ii) study the radial velocity curves and filter out activity to unveil and characterize potential close-in massive planets.
Forthcoming observations will also include, in addition to SPIRou near-infrared spectra, optical spectra simultaneously collected with the ESPaDOnS spectropolarimeter at CFHT, further broadening the panel of available diagnostics for both projects. The work will take place at IRAP with Drs JF Donati and C Moutou, starting Q4 2026 (preferably) or Q1 2027.
Your Profil
Skills
In addition to a PhD in astrophysics, the candidates must have a solid background in stellar spectropolarimetry and / or velocimetry to efficiently analyze spectra collected with SPIRou and ESPaDOnS.
Further information: 2-year contract, renewable for 1 year
The start date is scheduled for 1 January 2027 and may be adjusted by a few months depending on the availability of the successful candidate.
The candidates should provide by 2026 September 30 via the careers portal a motivation letter (maximum of two pages) and a CV (maximum of two pages)
and the following documents (PDF only, via a file server):
* a description of past and current research statements (maximum of five pages)
* a publication list,
* 3 reference letters sent by the mentors (same deadline)
to Drs JF Donati (jean-francois.donati@cnrs.fr) and C Moutou (claire.moutou@cnrs.fr).
Short-listed candidates will be invited for an on-line interview ~2 weeks after the deadline.
Your Work Environment
IRAP, PS2E stellar physics / exoplanet group
Constraints and risks
None
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
Between €3,041.58 and €4,395.65 gross, depending on experience
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR5277-SANCHU-091 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Astrophysics |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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