Post-doctoral researcher position in Space Physics

UNIS
Pb. 156, 9171 Longyearbyen Om jobben Stillingstittel Post-doctoral researcher position in Space Physics Type ansettelse Vikariat, heltid 100% Arbeidsspråk Engelsk Antall stillinger 1 Søk senest onsdag 29. oktober About the department The department of Arctic Geophysics at UNIS is seeking candidates for a full time post-doctoral researcher position in space physics. Currently the department constitutes 5 professors, 3 associate professors, 2 researchers, 4 PhD students, 2 technicians and 8 Adjunct Professors (20% position). The research within the department is focused into two groups: sea-ice-snow-air processes and Space Physics. The Space Physics group owns and operates a world-class optical auroral observatory, the Kjell Henriksen Observatory, which is located 30 minutes' drive from UNIS. About the position and project The post-doctoral employment contract is for four years. This is an externally funded project where most of the work is planned to be led by the post-doctoral researcher. The successful candidate will work tightly together with the UNIS GHOST team, as well as with a team of international collaborators. The project GHOST Aurora: Solar Wind Drivers, Auroral Activity & Satellite Risks aims at building a solid understanding of the global conditions required for auroral continuum emission, or the GHOST aurora, to occur. This includes both conditions in the ionosphere, magnetic activity conditions as well as the solar wind driving. The project will further include investigations on the ionospheric/thermospheric heating processes observed during the GHOST aurora, the extent of the heating and the potential consequences of the observed level of heating and expansion of the thermosphere.
Qualifications Good knowledge of the auroral ionosphere and neutral thermosphere, good data analysis and programming skills Applicants must hold a PhD degree in a field of space physics by the date of employment Skills in ground-based auroral observations from various type of measurements, as well as knowledge on auroral spectroscopy are necessary Applicants must be proficient in both written and oral English Good problem-solving skills and overall positive and flexible attitude are important in the Arctic environment Applicants must be able to work independently in a structured manner, yet function well in collaboration with an international team Preferred knowledge and skills Experience in global collaboration and space weather studies is of great advantage Leadership or management experience is advantageous Experience in living and working in polar regions is advantageous A valid driver’s license can be an advantage Vi tilbyr UNIS offers a challenging and varied job in an exciting, pleasant, and international environment. As an employee, you will be a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK), which provides one of the best pension schemes on the market. We also offer excellent insurance schemes, coverage of travel and relocation expenses upon starting the position, and staff housing in accordance with current regulations. The position is classified under the job code Postdoctor (code 1352). In addition to the base salary, a Svalbard allowance of NOK 42,840 per annum is provided. A 2 % contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. The income tax rate in Svalbard is currently 8 %, and a national insurance contribution of 7.7 % is also deducted Application Inquiries about this position may be directed to:
Prof. Noora Partamies, email: noora.partamies@unis.no
Researcher Katie Herlingshaw, email: katieh@unis.no
Please apply online on www.jobbnorge.no Please include the following documents in the online application: Motivation/cover letter (max. 1 page) to state applicants scientific and personal interest in this position Full academic CV Transcript and diploma of a PhD degree (or a confirmation of a planned defense) A research plan (max. 1 page) to outline key ideas and approaches to start the project with A name and contact information for at least 2 referees Deadline for applications is 29 October 2025. It is possible to request that your name/application be exempt from public disclosure in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (Offentlighetsloven) § 25. The request must be justified. Please note that if the request is not granted, the applicant will be contacted and given the opportunity to withdraw the application. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion One of UNIS’ values is inclusion. We are committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment in the high Arctic. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, or other characteristics. Selection and appointment A committee appointed by the Managing director of UNIS will evaluate the qualifications of the applicants and invite the highest ranked person(s) for an interview. The appointment will be made by the Director of UNIS based on the recommendation from the committee. Workplace Forskningsparken Pb. 156 9171 Longyearbyen (Svalbard kommune) Kontaktpersoner for stillingen Katie Herlingshaw Researcher katieh@unis.no Noora Partamies Professor noora.partamies@unis.no Om bedriften The University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), located in Longyearbyen at 78°N, is the world’s northernmost institution for higher education. UNIS specializes in Arctic studies and offers field- and research-based courses at the bachelor's, master's, and PhD levels in Arctic biology, geology, geophysics, technology, and safety. UNIS takes advantage of its year-round presence in the unique Arctic environment, using it as a natural laboratory for research and education. Each year, we attract around 700 students from all over the world. All teaching is conducted in English, and approximately half of both staff and students are international. UNIS was established in 1993 and is operated as a state-owned enterprise under the Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research. The administrative language is Norwegian. UNIS’s core values are inclusion, transparency, engagement, reliability, and respect. Sektor Offentlig Nettsted https://www.unis.no Annonsedata Stillingsnummer bc557c83-045c-4595-bd61-a84c60357ba0 Hentet fra jobbnorge Referanse 10267233 Lignende annonser Adjunct Professor in Mathematical Geophysics Arbeidsgiver Universitetet i Oslo Sted Kjeller PhD Fellow in terrestrial Quaternary and glacial geology Arbeidsgiver UiT Norges arktiske universitet Sted Tromsø Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Sea Ice Model Parameter Optimization with EO Data Arbeidsgiver UiT Norges arktiske universitet Sted Tromsø