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Postdoctoral Position - Modeling Protoplanetary Disks in the JWST Era
Job Summary
Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
Université Paris-Saclay
Department
Institut d'Astrophysique Spatiale
Number of Positions Available
1
Duration
2 Years
Could the duration be extended?
No
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
Orsay
France
Job Description
The IAS and the Paris-Saclay University invite applications for a postdoctoral research position to work with Benoît Tabone on the modeling of planet-forming disks in the context of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). The overarching goal of the project is to develop a novel disk model to conduct ground-breaking analyses of the extensive spectroscopic data already obtained by MIRI-MRS, along with complementary ground-based instruments (e.g., CRIRES+, MATISSE).
The successful candidate will be based primarily at the Institut d’Astrophysique Spatiale, a vibrant research environment located about 40 minutes from the Paris city center. They will collaborate closely with the JWST MINDS team and should expect regular travel abroad.
Applicants should hold a PhD in astrophysics, computational physics, or a related discipline. Good programming skills are essential. Experience with radiative transfer codes or astrochemical models is an asset. We also welcome candidates with a scientific background in planetary atmospheres or interstellar medium.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Type
Salary
Currency
365
Application Details
Application Instructions
The appointment is for 20 months and comes with a travel budget. The start date can be as early as March 2026. Applications should include a CV with a publication list and a research statement (up to three pages) covering past work and future research interests. These documents should be sent as a single PDF file to [email protected] by December 23, 2025, for full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed if possible. Candidates should also indicate in their CV the contact details of up to three referees who are willing to provide reference letters upon request. We regard diversity as an asset within our team and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Informal inquiries are welcome and should be sent to the same email address.
This position is funded by the French Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR).
Informal inquiries are welcome and should be sent to the same email address.
This position is funded by the French Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR).
Publication Start Date
2025 Nov 28
Application Deadline
2025 Dec 23