Postdoctoral position in space plasma physics
Finnish Meteorological Institute
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Space Research Group at the Finnish Meteorological Institute seeks to fill a research position in kinetic space plasma physic simulations.
The candidate would be expected to participate in global kinetic modeling of the solar/stellar wind interaction with a planet/exoplanet using numerical quasi-neutral hybrid simulation. We seek a candidate who will take the leading role to develop and to apply the hybrid model to interpret ongoing exoplanet remote sensing observations (COROT).
The successful candidate would be expected to collaborate closely with Space Research Group in the research areas including (1) the quasi-neutral hybrid modeling of the solar wind interaction with Mercury, Venus, the Moon and Mars, and (2) using the model to interpret ongoing plasma and magnetic field measurements (MEX, VEX).
Previous experience with programming would be desirable. Familiarity with any of the following would be an advantage; C/C++, LINUX, particle-in-cell simulations, parallel computing, computer graphics, numerical algorithms.
For specifics about the position, contact Prof. Esa Kallio (+358-9-1929 4636, esa.kallio ‘at’ fmi.fi). Interested candidates should send his/her CV, publications list and a list of three references to esa.kallio ‘at’ fmi.fi. The position is available from 1 October 2008, for one year, with a second year contingent upon performance. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
