PhD thesis (f/m/x) - Reaction of the upper atmosphere to variations in solar EUV radiation

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V.; Neustrelitz; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institute in space science in Neustrelitz seeks a research scientist to study the ionosphere's interaction with solar activities. The role involves literature reviews, data analysis from satellites, and extending empirical models. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in natural sciences or engineering, have a strong understanding of upper atmosphere physics, and be proficient in data analysis, particularly with Python. Excellent English skills are essential for this position.

Qualifikationen

• Completed scientific university degree in natural sciences or engineering.
• Experience with data science methods on large datasets.
• High degree of initiative in technical and scientific problems.

Aufgaben

• Literature review on ionospheric variations and solar EUV radiation.
• Comparison of satellite measurement data.
• Analyze a variety of ionospheric and thermospheric parameters.
• Characterization of the ionospheric response.
• Extend existing empirical models of the ionosphere.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of the physics of the upper atmosphere

Experience in analyzing measurement data

Application of statistical methods

Good self-organization

Excellent English skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree or university diploma in natural sciences or engineering

Tools

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Institute for Solar-Terrestrial Physics focusses on the properties and interactions of the coupled ionosphere-thermosphere-magnetosphere (ITM) system and how it is driven by energy inputs from the sun and the underlying atmosphere. Within this field of research, the Institute for Solar-Terrestrial Physics at the Neustrelitz site in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania focusses on research into space weather. The term space weather refers to the time-varying conditions on the sun and in the solar wind and their effect on the ITM system.

Your tasks

• Literature review on the current state of knowledge regarding the relationship between ionospheric variations and solar EUV radiation
• Comparison of different satellite measurement data of solar EUV radiation
• Analysis of a variety of relevant ionospheric and thermospheric parameters using observational data (electron density profiles, O2 profiles, O/N2 ratio, temperature, wind speeds) and models (e.g., TIE-GCM)
• Three-dimensional characterization of the ionospheric response
• Extension of existing empirical models of the ionosphere

Your profile

• Completed scientific university degree (Master's degree / university diploma) in natural sciences (e.g. Physics, Geophysics, Meteorology, Mathematics) or engineering (e.g. Geoinformatics) or other degree programmes relevant to the job
• Knowledge of the physics of the upper atmosphere
• Experience in analyzing measurement data and applying data science methods to large datasets (preferably with Python)
• Experience in the application of statistical methods
• Good self-organization and a high degree of initiative in tackling complex technical and scientific problems
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken

Remuneration is up to the German TVöD 13 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 2912) please contact:

Erik Schmölter
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