Advancing the understanding of the role of thermodynamics in black hole mergers, with particular emphasis on the maximum entropy principle at Penn State
Requirements
- PhD in theoretical physics
- Expertise in one or more core areas of general relativity and gravitation
- Solid grasp of black hole physics—especially black hole thermodynamics
- Experience in the post-Newtonian description of binary black hole systems
- Experience in analyzing numerical-relativity simulations of binary black hole mergers
Responsibilities
- Advancing our understanding of the role of thermodynamics in black hole mergers
- Close collaboration on theoretical modeling
- Interpretation of simulation results
- Development of new conceptual frameworks connecting gravitational dynamics with thermodynamic principles
- Analyzing numerical-relativity simulations of binary black hole mergers
- Post-Newtonian description of binary black hole systems
- Black hole physics—especially black hole thermodynamics
Other
- Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
- Compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988
- Commitment to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
- Ability to use online application process or contact 814-865-1473 if unable due to impairment or disability
- Commitment to advancing equity, respect, and belonging
