PostDoc - Solar physics

World Radiation Centre

Davos, Switzerland

 

Description

 

A postdoctoral position in Solar Physics is available at the Physikalisch-Meteorologisches Observatorium Davos, World Radiation Centre (PMOD/WRC), Davos, Switzerland. The position is dedicated to study the physics of the upper solar atmosphere through the analysis of existing data from space instruments complemented with radiative transfer calculations. The ultimate goal of the project is to understand the physical processes responsible for the brightness variations emitted by the upper solar atmosphere in preparation for the analysis of the upcoming data from EUI and SPICE onboard Solar Orbiter. PMOD/WRC maintains the World Radiometric Reference (WRR) and is involved in numerous space experiments such as SOHO/VIRGO, PROBA2/LYRA, Picard/PREMOS, as well as SPICE and EUI onboard Solar Orbiter to be launched in 2017. Moreover, PMOD/WRC is the coordinator of the FP7 SPACE project SOLID

(http://projects.pmodwrc.ch/solid/). The solar group of PMOD/WRC consists of 3 senior scientist, 3 postdocs, and 2 PhD students.

 

Requirements

 

Applicants should hold a PhD in physics, preferentially in solar physics, astrophysics, or a related field. Experience in data analysis, radiative transfer calculations, or MHD modelling is an asset. The candidate should have strong programming skills. Good knowledge of the English language is essential and the candidate should be capable of working both independently and in a team.

 

More information and applications

 

We offer a full-time postdoctoral position in a world-renown laboratory located in a unique setting in the Swiss Alps. The position is initially for one-year full time employment with a competitive salary commensurate with the applicant's experience. An extension for up to three years is possible depending on funding. The application should include the CV, list of publications, addresses of at least two references, and a short statement of your research interests. Please send your complete application documents by May 15, 2013 to PMOD/WRC, Human Resources, Dorfstrasse 33, 7260 Davos Dorf, Switzerland, or via email to Dr. Margit Haberreiter (margit.haberreiter@pmodwrc.ch). PMOD/WRC is an equal opportunity employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.