The Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University has approximately 80 employees, including about 30 doctoral students. The department's main research areas are galaxies, supernovae, computational astrophysics, solar physics, and planet and star formation. More information about us can be found at: Department of Astronomy.
The extragalactic research (which includes this position) is also connected to the Oskar Klein Centre (OKC) for astroparticle physics, in collaboration with the Department of Physics at Stockholm University and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), all of which are located in the same building. The building also houses Nordita (Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics), which has a research group in astrophysics.
Together, this creates a creative environment for collaboration with a wide range of seminars and scientific activities.
Project Description
The postdoctoral position is linked to an observational project with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), "The obscured regions of the nearest Lyman continuum leaker: massive stars or accreting black holes?" (program ID 8290). The project involves integral field spectroscopy with NIRSpec and MIRI as well as imaging with NIRCam and MIRI of the blue compact galaxy Haro 11.
Responsibilities
The position includes analysis of JWST imaging data and spectroscopic data from the project mentioned above. The work will involve analysis of emission from nebulae, PAH molecules (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) and dust, modeling of embedded star clusters, and suspected sources driven by black holes. The goal is to create a complete picture of the ionization budget and the escape of ionizing photons in this prototypical galaxy.
Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment as a postdoctoral researcher, you must hold a doctoral degree or a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a relevant doctoral degree. The degree must be completed no later than when the employment decision is made or when the position begins.
Selection Criteria
It is meritorious if the doctoral degree or equivalent was completed no more than three years before the application deadline. If there are special circumstances, an earlier completed degree may also be considered meritorious. Special circumstances include leave due to illness, parental leave, assignments of trust within labor organizations, service in the total defense system, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or service/assignments relevant to the subject area.
When filling the position, particular emphasis will be placed on scientific excellence. Experience with integral field spectroscopy work as well as photoionization and nebular modeling will be considered meritorious.
About the Position
The position is full-time and is open-ended, but for a minimum of two years, with the possibility of extension for up to an additional year, provided that financing is available, meaning a maximum employment period of three years. Start date 2026-10-01 or by agreement.
What We Offer
With us, you will experience the dynamics of the interplay between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and receive favorable terms. The University is located in the National City Park with good connections to the city center.
Stockholm University is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal rights and opportunities for all.
Contact
Information about the position is provided by Professor Göran Östlin, [email protected].
Application
You apply for the position through Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a cover letter and CV as well as any attachments requested in the application form. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete and submitted to the University no later than the application deadline.
Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: how to apply for a position.
Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.The Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University has approximately 80 employees, including about 30 doctoral students. The department's main research areas are galaxies, supernovae, computational astrophysics, solar physics, and planet and star formation. More information about us can be found at: Department of Astronomy.
The extragalactic research (which includes this position) is also connected to the Oskar Klein Centre (OKC) for astroparticle physics, in collaboration with the Department of Physics at Stockholm University and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), all of which are…