Stockholm University is currently being accepted for the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Stockholm University - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics
The Stockholm University Postdoctoral Fellowship offers an exceptional research position in the astrophysics of Haro11 at the Department of Astronomy. This project utilizes cutting-edge James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) data to study the nearest Lyman continuum leaker galaxy. The fellow will analyze integral field spectroscopy and imaging to understand ionizing photon escape, embedded star clusters, and black hole powered sources.
The Stockholm University Postdoctoral Fellowship offers an exceptional research position in the astrophysics of Haro11 at the Department of Astronomy. This project utilizes cutting-edge James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) data to study the nearest Lyman continuum leaker galaxy. The fellow will analyze integral field spectroscopy and imaging to understand ionizing photon escape, embedded star clusters, and black hole powered sources.
Benefits of Stockholm University - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics
- Full-time employment for a minimum of two years, extendable up to three years subject to funding
- Individual salary setting (competitive remuneration)
- Work in an international and creative research environment
- Access to state-of-the-art JWST data and integral field spectroscopy resources
- Located in Stockholm with good transport links to the city
- Opportunity to collaborate with the Oskar Klein Centre, KTH, and Nordita
Stockholm University - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astrophysics Requirements
- Applicants must hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent relevant degree from another country
- The degree must be completed no later than when the employment decision is made or when the position starts
- It is an advantage if the doctoral degree was completed no more than three years prior to the application deadline
- Special attention will be given to research skills and expertise in integral field spectroscopy and photoionization/nebular modelling
- Candidates must be eligible according to Stockholm University’s employment regulations
Application Date and Process
- Prepare a personal letter and CV along with any requested attachments
- Visit Stockholm University’s recruitment system and submit your application online
- Ensure your application is complete and complies with the official instructions available at ‘How to apply for a position’
- Submit before the deadline of 31 August 2026
Application Deadline
31 August, 2026
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