Postdoc in Exoplanets - DTU Space

Postdoc in exoplanets at the Exoplanet Group, DTU Space, Technical University of Denmark. The Exoplanet Group is extensively engaged in the detection and characterization of exoplanets through observations and modelling.
The Exoplanet Group at DTU Space at the Technical University of Denmark, situated in the greater Copenhagen area, invites applications from highly qualified individuals for two postdoctoral positions of three-year duration in exoplanet research. The Exoplanet Group at DTU Space is extensively engaged in the detection and characterization of exoplanets through observations and modelling. Our group has a particular interest in atmospheric studies of terrestrial and sub-Neptune exoplanets and extreme prevision radial velocities, but if you have interests in broader exoplanet areas, you are also encouraged to apply.

You will work with Prof. Lars A. Buchhave and Dr. Alexander Rathcke in the rapidly growing Exoplanet Group. At DTU Space, you will have access to data from world-class telescopes, including JWST, HST, ultra precise RV spectrographs (e.g., HARPS-N and EXPRES), and the VLT. Ongoing projects include characterizing terrestrial worlds with JWST (including several PI led programs) and scientific and technical work on the Second Earth Spectrograph (2ES, PI Buchhave,

http://www.2es.dk) to discover Earth-mass planets, and work pertaining to the ESA Ariel Mission (co-PI Buchhave,

https://arielmission.space). Additional information about the Exoplanet Group at DTU Space can be found at

http://www.exoplanets.dk.

Responsibilities and qualifications

We are seeking talented and highly motivated researchers to work at the cutting edge of the rapidly moving research field of exoplanets. If you have previous experience in the mentioned areas of research, strong programming skills, and knowledge relating to data reduction and analysis and/or modelling of spectroscopic data, you are especially encouraged to apply. Flexibility and self-motivation are desired skills at DTU Space. In particular, the Exoplanet Group fosters a vibrant collaborative work environment, where collaboration with other group members is highly encouraged.

The above-mentioned projects will allow for you to work on a number of cutting-edge datasets, and you are encouraged to pursue independent research interests during the course of their postdoc.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

The assessment of the applicants will be made by the end of December 2024 and shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview in late January/early February. We expect to extend formal offers in mid-February 2025.

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. The starting date is flexible but would ideally commence in Q3-Q4 of 2025.

You can read more about

career paths at DTU here.

Further information

Further information and inquiries about the position can be made to Prof. Lars A. Buchhave (

[email protected]) or Dr. Alexander Rathcke (

[email protected]). You can read more about the Exoplanet Group at

www.exoplanets.dk and the DTU Space institute at

www.space.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at

DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 20 December 2024 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications
• Research statement describing your previous work and thoughts and ideas for future research (max 3 pages)

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide 2-3 reference letters to be emailed at a later date.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Space

The Institute has about 200 employees and is located in the greater Copenhagen area at the Lyngby Campus of the Technical University of Denmark together with 19 other institutes within the technical sciences. In the Astrophysics & Atmospheric Physics Division of the Department of Space Research and Space Technology (DTU Space), current focus areas cover exoplanets, large-scale structure of the universe, physics of compact objects, space weather, upper atmosphere physics and cosmo-climatology, as well as development of instrumentation, in particular high-energy instrumentation, i.e. X- and gamma ray detectors and optics. The division is currently active in the operation of instruments and data analysis from three satellites. The division also runs four instrumentation laboratories and hosts a center for space weather research and forecasts.

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