Postdoctoral Researcher in Exoplanet Atmospheres at

vor 4 Wochen


Bern, Schweiz Universität Bern Vollzeit

The group of Daniel Kitzmann focusses on the development of new radiative transfer and chemistry models to interpret observations of exoplanet atmospheres, including high-resolution ground-based spectroscopy and JWST. The group of Jens Hoeijmakers focusses on carrying out observations of exoplanet atmospheres, especially high-resolution ground-based spectroscopy of ultra-hot Jupiters. The two groups work together to enable faster, more efficient and more robust interpretations of new and upcoming observations of the atmospheres of hot gas giants as well as smaller, cooler exoplanets.
As part of the project, a separate 3-year postdoc position in Lund is currently being advertised as well, with another 3-year position in Bern to be advertised later next year.

Job description

This position is a shared 2+2-year appointment at Lund and Bern. The first two years of this position will be spent with Daniel Kitzmann at the University of Bern, while during the second half the postdoc will work with Jens Hoeijmakers at Lund University.

**Requirements**:
Applicants must have a PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a closely related field by the start of the position. Experience in exoplanet atmospheres theory/modelling or observations, especially with respect to high-resolution spectroscopy is strongly desired. Previous experience in carrying out observations of exoplanets or spectroscopic observations as well as a proven record in obtaining funding or telescope time will be considered an asset. We expect a strong expertise and experience in programming with high-level programming languages (e.g., Python or C++). A proven track record in code and model development and knowledge in high-performance computing will be a strong asset. The successful applicant must have the ability to carry out an independent research program and also work collaboratively with students and other researchers located in Lund and Bern.

We offer

The starting date is flexible within spring/summer 2025. Employment conditions follow the standards of the University of Bern and the SNSF for postdoctoral researchers (salary starting at 90 kCHF/year).

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