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Postdoctoral position available in Space Plasma Physics/Astrophysics, focusing on numerical modeling of the solar wind
Job Summary
Category
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution
Universidade de São Paulo
Department
Department of Astronomy
Number of Positions Available
1
Duration
3 Years
Could the duration be extended?
No
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
São Paulo-SP
Brazil
Job Description
The Brazilian team for the FAPESP-Macao joint project "Probing solar wind MHD turbulence", invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in space plasma physics. The selected candidate will focus on the numerical modeling of solar wind turbulence and will work under the supervision of Prof. Reinaldo Santos de Lima (IAG-USP), also in collaboration with our international team:
Prof. Abraham Chian - Adelaide Univ., Australia
Prof. Breno Raphaldini - IME-USP & Unicamp, Brazil
Prof. Erico Rempel - ITA, Brazil
Prof. Gang Li - Macau University of Science and Technology, Macao
Dr. Nicolas Bian - Macau University of Science and Technology, Macao
Prof. Rodrigo Miranda - UnB, Brazil
Prof. Shuai Fu - Macau University of Science and Technology, Macao
Requirements:
Education: A Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, or a related field, defended within the last seven years.
Experience: Demonstrated experience in research including plasma physics and numerical simulations.
Skills: Strong teamwork abilities, motivation, initiative, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in English.
Conditions:
Funding: Supported by the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) by a fellowship linked to a partnership project with the Macao Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT).
Duration: To be held until January 2029.
Compensation: Includes a monthly stipend (R$ 12.570,00 tax-free) plus contingency funds (10% of the stipend) for research-related expenses.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Notes
Includes a monthly stipend (R$ 12.570,00 tax-free - Brazilian currency) plus contingency funds (10% of the stipend) for research-related expenses.
Application Details
Application Instructions
Please send your application directly to Prof. Reinaldo Santos de Lima at [email protected].
Required Documentation:
A Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications (please highlight your five most significant works), accompanied by a presentation letter. Two letters of reference. The applicant must ensure that the letters are sent by the deadline.
Deadline: Applications received by *June 30, 2026*, will receive full consideration. After this date, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Required Documentation:
A Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications (please highlight your five most significant works), accompanied by a presentation letter. Two letters of reference. The applicant must ensure that the letters are sent by the deadline.
Deadline: Applications received by *June 30, 2026*, will receive full consideration. After this date, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Publication Start Date
2026 Jun 13
Application Deadline
2026 Jun 30