Tenure-Track Experimental Planetary Materials Scientist

KU - SCIENCE - SNM; København; On-site; DKK 750,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Copenhagen, Centre for Star and Planet Formation (StarPlan) at Globe Institute, invites applications for a tenure track assistant professorship in experimental planetary materials science, focusing on high-pressure processes during planet formation. The role seeks applications that combine high-pressure experiments with analytical, synchrotron-based, or computational approaches.

The successful candidate will establish an independent research program at StarPlan and contribute

Qualifications

• PhD degree or equivalent qualifications within Earth and planetary sciences, mineral physics, geochemistry, physics, materials science, astronomy, exoplanet science or related field
• Research experience within high-pressure and high-temperature experimental science relevant to planetary materials or interiors
• Strong international publication record
• Experience with diamond anvil cell experiments, laser heating, synchrotron X-ray diffraction, recovered-sample analysis or related techniques
• Ability to conduct independent and original research
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Good interpersonal and communicative skills in an interdisciplinary environment

Responsibilities

• Independent research, including publication and dissemination of results
• Development of a high-pressure experimental research programme
• Establishment and operation of a high-pressure preparation laboratory
• Research-based teaching and supervision at BSc, MSc and PhD level
• Attraction of external research funding
• Collaboration across StarPlan, Globe Institute and international facilities
• Sharing knowledge with society and participating in pedagogical training

Skills

English proficiency

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Independent researcher

Education

PhD degree or equivalent in earth/planetary sciences or related field

Job description

The University of Copenhagen, Centre for Star and Planet Formation (StarPlan) at Globe Institute, invites applications for a tenure track assistant professorship in experimental planetary materials science, focusing on high-pressure processes during planet formation. The role seeks applications that combine high-pressure experiments with analytical, synchrotron-based, or computational approaches.

The successful candidate will establish an independent research program at StarPlan and contribute