PhD Researcher, Space Physics & Space Weather

University of Oulu; Oulu; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefit (ePassi)

Buddy Programme

Spouse Network

Job summary

University of Oulu is seeking a Doctoral Researcher for the Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory to pursue postgraduate studies and advance a doctoral thesis within the SafeEarth programme. You will analyse auroral imaging data and geophysical observations, study how space weather impacts near‑Earth infrastructure, and contribute to new scientific understanding of natural hazards.

The role is based at the Linnanmaa campus in Oulu, Finland, with opportunities to publish, present at conferences, and

Qualifications

• Degree in space physics, physics, astronomy, atmospheric sciences, data science, geophysics, or related field.
• Meet UniOGS admission requirements by start of doctoral studies.
• Strong interest in space weather, upper atmosphere, auroral phenomena, or geomagnetic disturbances.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent scientific research and complete doctoral studies.
• Experience with scientific data analysis and programming (Python preferred).
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse observations from SGO networks, focusing on auroral imaging data and related geophysical observations.
• Study physical processes linking aurora and space weather impacts in near‑Earth environment.
• Publish results in international journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with SafeEarth consortium and participate in research group activities.

Skills

Python programming

Independent research

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD eligibility UniOGS

Background in space physics/atmospheric sciences

Tools

Python

Linux

Raspberry Pi

Geophysical data analysis software

Job description

University of Oulu is seeking a Doctoral Researcher for the Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory to pursue postgraduate studies and advance a doctoral thesis within the SafeEarth programme. You will analyse auroral imaging data and geophysical observations, study how space weather impacts near‑Earth infrastructure, and contribute to new scientific understanding of natural hazards.

The role is based at the Linnanmaa campus in Oulu, Finland, with opportunities to publish, present at conferences, and