Research assistant in Astronomy

The Department of Astronomy is a department within the Faculty of Natural sciences at Stockholm University. The department has about 80 employees. The main research areas are Planet and star formation, Galaxies, Supernovae, Solar physics and Computational astrophysics. 

More information about us, please visit: the Department of Astronomy.

Main responsibilities

Your tasks as research assistant are to work with spectroscopic analysis of exoplanets during their accretion phase. This work is primarily performed in the context of the ENTROPY collaboration. The duties will also include contributions to BEAST, which is a high contrast survey for planets, brown dwarfs, and low-mass stars around B-type stars.

Qualification requirements

We are looking for applicants who have finished a doctoral degree in Astronomy with a research direction toward exoplanets, brown dwarfs, and stellar multiples, with a strong experience in scientific analysis and peer-reviewed publications as first author in these areas. The applicant should have experience in usage and development of the STARK extraction code, and experience in high contrast imaging.

About the employment

This is a temporary position for up to 11 months at full time. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date as agreement.

We offer

With us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favorable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from Professor Markus Janson, markus.janson@astro.su.se.

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 and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

You are welcome to apply!