The Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University has around 80 employees. The main research areas are Supernovae, Computational Astrophysics, Galaxies, Solar Physics, and Planet and Star Formation. The Department of Astronomy is situated at the AlbaNova Science Centre in Stockholm, together with the Department of Physics, the Physics Departments at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), and the Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics (Nordita), providing a vibrant international research environment. The Department is part of the Oskar Klein Centre for Cosmoparticle Physics, www.okc.albanova.se/.
Project description
The position involves modelling and interpreting supernovae (core-collapse or thermonuclear types) and/or kilonovae (neutron star merger ejecta). The successful applicant will work in the group of Dr. Anders Jerkstrand, which focuses on the theory of light curve and spectral formation in these transients, with aim to develop and apply models to understand their origin, explosion mechanism, and element production. The specific project will depend on the interests and background of the applicant, and several combinations of modelling and data analysis are possible.
Main responsibilities
The position involves carrying out research, both independently and collaboratively within the group. The candidate is expected to actively participate in group and department activities, and assist in supervision. The candidate will present results in peer-reviewed scientific journals and at international conferences.
Qualification requirements
Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country.
Assessment criteria
The degree should have been completed no more than three years before the deadline for applications. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances, which may involve sick leave, parental leave, clinical attachment, elected positions in trade unions, or similar.
In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills as evidenced by publications, given presentations, community engagement, and interview. Experience with numeric or analytic modelling is a plus, as is also demonstrated ability to draw inferences from data using models.
Terms of employment
The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of two years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date 2022-04-01 or as per agreement.
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Contact
Further information about the position can be obtained from Dr. Anders Jerkstrand, telephone: +46 8 5537 85 11, anders.jerkstrand@astro.su.se .
Union representatives
Ingrid Lander (Saco-S), telephone: +46 708 16 26 64, saco@saco.su.se, Alejandra Pizarro Carrasco (Fackförbundet ST/Lärarförbundet), telephone: +46 8 16 34 89, alejandra@st.su.se, and seko@seko.su.se (SEKO).
Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.
Please include the following information with your application
- Your contact details and personal data
- Your highest degree
- Your language skills
- Contact details for 2–3 references
and, in addition, please include the following documents
- Cover letter
- CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications
- Research proposal (no more than 3 pages) describing:
– why you are interested in the field/project described in the advertisement
– why and how you wish to complete the project
– what makes you suitable for the project in question - Copy of PhD diploma
- Letters of recommendation (no more than 3 files)
- Publications in support of your application (no more than 3 files).
The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.
You are welcome to apply!
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Closing date: 15/01/2022
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