Paolo Esposito

PhD positions are open in the National Doctoral Program in Space Science and Technology , under the Observation of the Universe Curriculum . The advertised project is titled “Multi-wavelength observations of Galactic and extragalactic compact objects and transients” and is hosted at the Scuola Universitaria Superiore IUSS of Pavia . The research is centered on astrophysics , astronomy , and observational data analysis . The successful candidate will study Galactic and extragalactic compact objects such as white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes , together with astrophysical transients including magnetars, ultra-luminous X-ray sources, bursts from compact objects, fast radio bursts, gamma-ray bursts, and tidal disruption events . The role includes analysis of data across all wavelengths from space- and ground-based instruments, interpretation of observations, optimization of observation and data-mining strategies, and possible participation in the development of new observatories and instruments. Supervisor: Paolo Esposito. Informal inquiries can be sent to [email protected] . Deadline: 20 July 2026. Applicants should check the call link for the full application instructions and eligibility details. No stipend amount, tuition information, or language-test waiver is stated in the post.