Senior Researcher in Modelling of Exoplanetary Atmospheres

DTU Space (the National Space Institute at the Technical University of Denmark) invites applications for a senior research position in the area of modelling of exoplanetary atmospheres. The senior researcher candidate will join the exoplanet research group led by Prof. Lars A. Buchhave at DTU Space. The group focuses on understanding and characterizing exoplanets with a particular emphasis on the abundant small planets through two key areas of research: 1) precise mass measurements of small (often transiting) planets to understand their composition and structure and 2) observation and characterization of exoplanetary atmospheres to advance our insight into their diversity and composition.

Responsibilities and tasks
The duties of the senior researcher will primarily include research, including obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication and research-based teaching with associated examination obligations within astrophysics. To a limited extent this may also include performance of other duties.

Qualifications
Candidates senior researcher position must have a PhD degree or equivalent as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as a researcher or postdoc.

Applicants with previous experience in modelling of planetary atmospheres are encouraged to apply. Flexibility and self-motivation are desired skills at DTU Space, as well as a natural interest in collaboration and personal responsibility.

The applicant should have a strong background in modelling of exoplanet atmospheres and ideally already have developed a hierarchical model, from 1D to 3D, which can be applied to atmosphere observations. Preference will be given to applications who have experience developing Global Circulation Models from first principles.

Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to:

• Research impact, experience and research vision
• Modelling and programming skills
• Societal impact
• International impact and experience
• Leadership potential and collaboration
• Communication skills

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.

 You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Lars A. Buchhave, email: buchhave@space.dtu.dk; +45 2891 0585.

You can read more about DTU Space at www.space.dtu.dk
 
Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than 8 April 2019.

To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form.

The following must be attached in English:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Research statement, with a focus on the “Assessment” bullets points listed above
• Documentation of previous research and teaching, as related to the “Assessment” bullet points listed above
• List of publications (applicants applying for the position as senior researcher should indicate scientific highlights)  
• H-index, and ORCID (see e.g. http://orcid.org/)
• Diploma (MSc/PhD)

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All qualified candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

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