Vacant job

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher for experimental studies and modeling of auroras and the ionosphere. The selected candidate will participate in the analysis of observations of spectacular luminous clouds and ionized plasma, using a unique optical camera system for aurora studies and the international research radar EISCAT.

Job Responsibilities

The main responsibilities include analyzing data from the sounding rocket experiment: Barium Release Optical and Radio (BROR), which was conducted on March 23, 2023, at the Esrange space base outside Kiruna. The BROR experiment aims to study small-scale processes and structures in the ionosphere through active modification of the ionosphere - using barium in combination with simultaneous ground-based optical measurements and radar observations of the resulting plasma clouds.

The selected candidate will be involved in all stages of the research process, including processing optical raw data and radar data - modeling auroral processes in the ionosphere, and interpreting the data.

Qualifications

The applicant must have obtained a PhD in a space-related field by the time the hiring decision is made. We will primarily consider candidates with a degree obtained within the last three years. If you have an older degree and wish to refer to special circumstances (e.g., parental leave), this should be clearly stated in your application.

Previous experience working with optical data and radar data from auroras is considered a significant advantage. The position requires programming skills necessary for scientific research, as well as proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Julia, and MATLAB being highly desirable.

What We Can Offer You

We can offer you a workplace with flexible working hours, up to seven weeks of vacation per year, well-developed wellness programs with recreational activities, health benefits, and a gym on-site.

What we are most proud to offer you is varied and interesting tasks, friendly colleagues, and a creative and free workplace where everyone has their own responsibility.

Equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles in our workplace, which means that we consider equality aspects in our daily work and in all decision-making forums.

Conditions

The position is located in Kiruna and is initially offered on a two-year contract. Start date as soon as possible or by agreement. We apply individual salary setting. The application should include a CV with a publication list, a cover letter describing relevant experience, and contact details for two professional references.