Postdoctoral Position in High-Redshift Quasars with Euclid, JWST, and LBT

Max Planck Gesellschaft

Posted: 29 August 2026 - Munich, Germany

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The Max Planck Institute for Astronomy is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join Dr. Eduardo Bañados' group. The successful candidate will contribute to the PRISM-DAWN JWST program, analyzing data from the z>7 quasar population. Responsibilities include data reduction, analysis, and publication, as well as involvement in Large Binocular Telescope observations. Candidates should have a PhD in astronomy or a related field, and experience with spectroscopy is advantageous. The position is full-time for three years, with funding from the German Space Agency. Applications are due by October 13, 2026.

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  • Role: postdoctoral researcher
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Astronomy
  • Research topic: Astrophysics