PostDoc (f_m_x) – Numerical modelling, observations and space physics

Helmholtz-Centre Potsdam - GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences; Potsdam; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam is seeking a PostDoc for numerical modelling and space physics. The role involves developing scientific codes, conducting research, and publishing findings, contributing to understanding the space radiation environment. This position offers a dynamic, international research setting with flexible working conditions.

Leistungen

Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic research environment

Public service benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Professional career advice

Flexible working hours

Workplace near Potsdam main train station

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in scientific programming required.
• Experience with IT programming or scientific programming.
• Ability to work with large data sets and within a team.

Aufgaben

• Develop scientific codes and maintain data/code repositories.
• Conduct scientific research in the field of space physics.
• Write manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.

Kenntnisse

Scientific programming

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Master degree or equivalent

PhD degree in physics, computer sciences, maths or related natural sciences

Tools

C++

Python

Matlab

IDL

Fortran

Unix

Mac

Windows

Jobbeschreibung

The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam – GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is the national centre for geosphere research. As a member of the we are part of the largest scientific organization in Germany. With approximately 1,500 employees our key mission is to secure a profound understanding of the systems and processes of solid Earth, to develop strategies and options for action in addressing global change and its impacts on a regional level, to understand natural hazards and to minimize associated risks, to ensure the sustainable provision of energy and raw materials for a high-tech society and to evaluate the influence of human activity on system Earth.

For section 2.7 "Space Physics and Space Weather" (department “Geophysics”), we are looking for a :

PostDoc (f_m_x) – Numerical modelling, observations and space physicsReference Number 7931

Our section is working on understanding the dynamical evolution of the hazardous space radiation environment and developing tools for specification and prediction of the adverse effects of space environment utilizing physics-based numerical models and data assimilation. Our research will help safely design and operate satellites and maintain ground networks. In our research we try to bridge our theoretical studies with high performance tools that can be used in science, predictions, and applications.

Your responsibilities :

The successful candidate should have extensive experience in scientific programming. Job responsibilities will include a variety of tasks related to scientific programming, including but not limited to :

• Develop scientific codes
• Maintain data and code repositories
• Develop visualizations
• Develop various programming tools for scientific codes and data analysis
• Document and test existing codes
• Adopt scientific codes for different scientific problems
• Conduct scientific research in the field of space physics
• Write manuscripts that will be published in peer-reviewed journals
• Master degree or equivalent and PhD degree in physics, computer sciences, maths or related natural sciences
• Work experience with IT programming or scientific programming
• Knowledge of Unix, Mac, and Windows operating systems
• Advanced knowledge of programming languages, such as C++, Python, Matlab, IDL, Fortran
• Experience in developing numerical codes
• Experience in maintaining Unix workstations
• Experience with machine learning may be a plus
• Ability to work with large data sets
• Ability to work within a team
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What we offer :

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

APPLY

If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 11th October 2023 . Please use our online application form only.

Diversity and equal opportunities are integral components of our human resources policy. The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion / belief, age and physical characteristics. Anyone who has been recognized as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. If you have any questions, please contact our representative for the severely disabled at sbv[at]gfz-potsdam.de, who will be happy to assist you in the further application process. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer at gba[at]gfz-potsdam.de.

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