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Post-doctoral or researcher position in stellar astrophysics
Job Summary
Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences
Department
Stellar department
Number of Positions Available
1
Duration
1 Year
Could the duration be extended?
Yes
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
Ondrejov
Czechia
Job Description
Post-doctoral or researcher position in stellar astrophysics
Applications are invited for a fixed-term researcher position in the Stellar Physics Department of the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. The successful applicant will work in the team of Dr. Michaela Kraus on modelling of stellar atmospheres and winds of pulsating blue supergiants.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field with a strong background in massive stars, stellar atmospheres, stellar winds and/or stellar pulsations.
- Advanced knowledge in handling non-LTE radiative transfer codes such as CMFGEN or PoWR.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research environment.
The appointment is initially for one year; an extension until 31 December 2027 is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance. A necessary condition is to satisfy legal requirements for employment in the Czech Republic (EU member state). Salary will be based on the domestic level (cca 1800 EUR/month before taxes plus eventual bonuses; health insurance included). There is a possibility of staff accommodation in Ondrejov or private accommodation can be arranged.
The employment may start as early as September 1st 2025 or based on negotiations, but ideally not later than January 1st, 2026.
The most promising applicants may be invited for an online interview. Once the evaluation process is completed, all applicants will be notified.
Further information:
● https://www.euraxess.cz/ for details about the research employment and work conditions in the Czech Republic
● http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare the cost of living
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Type
Salary
Currency
365
Compensation Range
$1,800USD
Included Benefits
- medical insurance
- 5-week-holiday
- 5 sickdays
- staff accommodation
- staff canteen
Application Details
Application Instructions
Submission: by email to [email protected] with the subject POSTDOC - KRAUS
Required application parts (all in PDF):
- cover sheet listing: full name, birth date, nationality, current position, short motivation (½ page max)
- curriculum vitae
- list of publications
- summary of the most significant research results achieved to date and proposed research project (2 pages max in total)
- recommendation letters (to be delivered separately)
Applicants must arrange for a minimum of two recommendation letters to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 9 months before the application deadline.
Required application parts (all in PDF):
- cover sheet listing: full name, birth date, nationality, current position, short motivation (½ page max)
- curriculum vitae
- list of publications
- summary of the most significant research results achieved to date and proposed research project (2 pages max in total)
- recommendation letters (to be delivered separately)
Applicants must arrange for a minimum of two recommendation letters to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 9 months before the application deadline.
Link to Online Application
Publication Start Date
2025 Jun 24
Application Deadline
2025 Jul 18