Postdoc position on supernovae - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Research and teaching conducted at the Department of Physics span from basic science topics in condensed matter physics, nuclear, particle and astroparticle physics to applied areas such as medical imaging, nuclear engineering and nuclear power safety.

Job description

A postdoc position on Supernovae is available at the Department of Physics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology. The position will involve collaboration with members of the Astronomy Department at Stockholm University.  The departments at KTH and Stockholm University are both a part of the Oskar Klein Centre (OKC, http://www.okc.albanova.se) and located in the same building. The OKC provides a stimulating research environment with a large community working on different types of astronomical transients.

The position will primarily involve data analysis of SNe, including the nearby SN 1987A, as well as interacting and superluminous SNe. The analysis will focus on observations from HST and JWST, but may also include X-ray observations, depending on the interests of the candidate. We also welcome applications from candidates who have experience and interest in theoretical modelling. The successful candidate will be encouraged to take part in the supervision of master students and/or PhD students.

What we offer

• International workplace.
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Qualifications

A strong academic track record and previous research experience in the field of supernovae is expected. Strong collaborative skills as well as the ability to work independently are also required.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Preferred qualifications

It is considered an advantage to have experience of supervision of students and knowledge about issues related to diversity and equal treatment.

Trade union representatives

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

The application must include:

• CV, including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Publication list
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximum two pages.
• Two letters of recommendation. These should be sent directly by the referees to Josefin Larsson (josla@kth.se)

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Fixed term employment /temporary contract 010322.

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years. Candidates will be able to apply for an employment for a third year

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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