Several postdoc positions at the Astronomy and Plasmaphysics division!

Information about the division and the project 
The Department of Space, Earth and Environment (SEE) addresses fundamental scientific topics. On the one hand, we focus on basic science related to the origins of the universe, of our planet and of life. On the other, we observe what is happening on Earth today and develop methods, tools and models that enable us to look towards the future and find solutions to global challenges about resources, energy supply and environmental impact. Together we work to increase knowledge on how to best achieve a long-term sustainable planet.

The Astronomy and Plasmaphysics (AoP) division is one of the five scientific divisions at the SEE department. We engage in world-class research, including observational and theoretical studies, in the fields of astronomy and fusion plasma physics. We cover a wide range of topics, including active galactic nuclei, astrochemistry, evolved stars, exoplanets, galaxy clusters and galaxy evolution, star formation and interstellar medium as well as turbulence and transport in tokamaks and general fusion plasma physics. The division consists of a diverse group of international and Swedish scientists, including approximately 15 faculty, 20 postdocs, and 10 PhD students. We collaborate closely with the Onsala Space Observatory, which is the Swedish national facility for Radio Astronomy. The observatory operates telescopes in Sweden, shares in the APEX telescope in Chile, hosts the Nordic ALMA Regional Center (ARC), and is the SKA center for Sweden. Fusion research activities are closely linked to the EUROfusion research consortium and are collaborating with JET and ITER.

At AoP, we provide the work environment to enable outstanding international research for postdoctoral researchers, including an active postdoc group, a mentor and mentee program, formal and informal colloquia and seminars, and regular workshops and activities related to career development and work environment. We are situated at the Chalmers main campus in Johanneberg, Gothenburg, and at the Onsala Space Observatory site 45km south of Gothenburg.

We are now seeking several postdoctoral researchers to join AoP (follow the links in the position titles for specific information on each position).

Available positions
1. Postdoctoral positions on the origin and fate of dust in the universe, ref 20220511, deadline 30th November 2022 - https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10978&rmlang=UK
We look for p to three postdocs to join the research project "The Origin and Fate of Dust in the Universe", which is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg foundation. The postdocs will, together with postdocs in theoretical chemistry at Gothenburg University, form a collaborative unit to study dust formation, destruction, and growth throughout the Universe.

2. AoP Fellow (astronomy or plasma physics), ref 20220509, deadline 2nd December, 2022 - https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10975&rmlang=UK
We look for an independent postdoc fellow to lead a research program that has a wide synergy with the research topics pursued at AoP.

3. Postdoctoral position in the field of exoplanets, ref 20220508, deadline 2nd December, 2022 - https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10974&rmlang=UK
We look for a postdoc to lead an ambitious, independent research program expected to align with the wide range of research within the Exoplanet group at Chalmers, and its collaborators. The research topics that are of particular relevance are exoplanet characterization, host star characterization, how to understand planets through their host stars, the radius valley of small planets, planet occurrence rates, and the influence of birth environment on the formation and evolution of planetary systems.

4. Chalmers Cosmic Origins Postdoctoral Fellowships (several positions), ref 20220500, deadline 15th December, 2022 - https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10961&rmlang=UK
We look for postdocs to lead an ambitious, independent research program related to Cosmic Origins science, expected to align with the wide range of astrophysics research within Chalmers Initiative on Cosmic Origins (CICO) and its partner institutes.

5. Ariel Postdoctoral Fellowships, ref 20220516, deadline 15th December 2022 - https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10985&rmlang=UK
The Ariel Postdoctoral Fellowship Program seeks outstanding early-career scientists to carry out research programs that will support the Ariel mission. Each fellowship position is expected to involve a high degree of independent research, although projects that will help build new collaborations among the Ariel Science Consortium are especially encouraged.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with ref number and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files. The specifics are outlined in each advertisement.

In this call we announce the Postdoc positions listed above. The positions are connected to specific research projects and you are welcome to apply to all of those that match your interests. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

For questions, please contact the recruiting manager for the specific position you are interested in. Contact information can be found in the advertisment for each position.