General information
Offer title : Postdoc in Theoretical/Numerical Cosmology (M/F) (H/F)
Reference : UMR5299-GRETHE-005
Number of position : 1
Workplace : MONTPELLIER
Date of publication : 05 December 2025
Type of Contract : Researcher in FTC
Contract Period : 24 months
Expected date of employment : 1 October 2026
Proportion of work : Full Time
Remuneration : from 3071.50€ gross per month, depending on experience.
Desired level of education : Doctorate
Experience required : Indifferent
Section(s) CN : 01 - Interactions, particles, nuclei, from laboratory to cosmos
Missions
The research fellow will be responsible for conducting theoretical and numerical studies in cosmology, with a particular focus on primordial magnetic fields, cosmological tension, and primordial black holes.
Activities
In collaboration with K. Jedamzik, conduct
· numerical studies of magnetic fields and their effects on cosmological recombination,
· study the evolution of magnetic fields from the beginning of the Universe to recombination,
· compare calculations with microwave background data.
· In general, study cosmological tensions (in particular the Hubble constant tension) and/or conduct studies on primordial black holes.
Skills
· Required skills
O Expertise in cosmology or numerical magnetohydrodynamic studies
o Expertise in MCMC software, Boltzmann codes and MHD code preferred
o Fluency in English: reading, speaking and writing
· Interpersonal skills:
o Autonomy
o Initiative
o Organisational skills
o Ability to work in a team
o Rigorous and reliable
o Communication and interpersonal skills
Work Context
The Montpellier Laboratory of Universes and Particles (LUPM) is a joint research unit whose research topics cover the fields of stellar astrophysics, astroparticles, particle physics and cosmology. The LUPM is supervised by the CNRS IN2P3 and the University of Montpellier. The LUPM brings together around 72 researchers, teacher-researchers, engineers, technicians and administrative staff divided into three research teams and four support services.
The research fellow (M/F) will work within the LUPM.
The research fellow (M/F) recruited will be eligible for training and support when taking up their duties.
Constraints and risks
Regular assignments in France and abroad are also planned in order to participate in various meetings, workshops and conferences related to the aforementioned activities.