Postdoc in Space Weather & Ionosphere Research

Oulun yliopisto; Oulu; On-site; EUR 39,606 - 47,441; Full time

Job summary

Oulun yliopisto in Finland seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Space Physics and Astronomy Research Unit, focusing on the ionosphere-thermosphere response to geomagnetic storms using global simulations.

You will compare model results with satellite observations from missions like Swarm/GRACE, and contribute to the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Space Resilience while advancing independent research collaborations.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Space Physics or closely related field.
• Fluency in English and good communication skills.
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB) and experience in space physics research.

Responsibilities

• Study global changes in the ionosphere-thermosphere system induced by geomagnetic storms using first-principles global simulations.
• Compare simulations with thermospheric density measurements from LEO satellites and ground-based instruments.
• Collaborate within the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Space Resilience and international partners; publish results and contribute to ongoing projects.

Skills

English Fluency

Independent Research

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Space Physics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Oulun yliopisto in Finland seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Space Physics and Astronomy Research Unit, focusing on the ionosphere-thermosphere response to geomagnetic storms using global simulations.

You will compare model results with satellite observations from missions like Swarm/GRACE, and contribute to the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Space Resilience while advancing independent research collaborations.