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Lund University, Department of Astronomy and Theoretical Physics
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
We announce a Researcher position for two years within astronomy and astrophysics at the Department of Astronomy and Theoretical Physics.
The successful candidate will work in the planet formation team. This team is led by Anders Johansen, who has a large expertise and experience within the research area.
Work duties
The researcher will work on the dynamics of planetesimals and planets around young stars. The project involves development of an algorithm for fast computations of the gravity between a high number of planetesimals. This algorithm will be applied to study the dynamics of planetesimals and comets.
Qualifications
The applicant must hold a PhD in astrophysics and have a research profile within computational models for the dynamics of planetesimals. Experience with modelling the formation of comets is also required.
Application procedure
The application should consist of a short description of current research (max 1 page), CV and publication list.
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | February 1, 2020 |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2019/3851 |
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| Published | 19.Jan.2020 |
| Last application date | 01.Feb.2020 11:59 PM CET |