Chalmers Astronomy and Plasma Physics Fellow

Information about the research and the division
The AoP division seeks for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher to carry out an independent research program that stimulates cross-field collaborations between the research fields of the division. The project has a horizon for up to 4 years (initial position of 2 years), high degree of independence, generous research budget, and ample possibilities for collaborations.

As the successful candidate you are expected to lead a creative, cross-field research program that establishes new collaborations between the division's research topics (see the AoP homepages for a topic and staff list). For a successful application, we encourage emphasis on this collaborative aspect. We therefore recommend a prior contact and coordination with the staff at the division. You are expected to organise collaborative activities also beyond the immediate research project and participate in building a positive, inclusive work environment at the division.

Astronomy and plasma physics (AoP) division at the Space, Earth and Environment (SEE) department at Chalmers hosts about 45 staff members involved in research activities such as active galactic nuclei, evolved stars, exoplanets, galaxy evolution, interstellar medium, star formation, and fusion plasma physics. The division also collaborates with the Onsala Space Observatory that hosts, e.g., the Nordic ALMA Regional Center node.

Major responsibilities
Your major responsibility as an AoP Fellow is to lead your own research program that is highly synergistic with the scientific interests at AoP and involves collaboration with several faculty members. The position includes an expectation to engage in building collaborative activities also beyond the immediate research project and participate in building a positive, inclusive work environment at the division.

Qualifications
To qualify for these postdoc fellowship positions, you must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field for example astronomy, physics, or similar, by the start date of the position. The positions also require sound verbal and written communication skills in English.

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is an initial assignment of 2 years, with possible extension for up to 2 years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
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Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20210525 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

• Cover Letter
• CV, including complete list of publications
• Statement of the past and current research (max 3 pages)
• Research plan, emphasising especially the cross-field collaboration with the AoP staff (max 4 pages)
• Contact details of three referees who can be contacted for Letters.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 14 January, 2022

For questions, please contact:
Associate Professor Jouni Kainulainen, Astronomy and Plasma Physics
E-mail: jouni.kainulainen@chalmers.se
Phone: +46 31 772 6423

Dr. Matthias Maercker, Astronomy and Plasma Physics
E-mail: matthias.maercker@chalmers.se
Phone: +46 31 772 1916

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