We seek candidates for a post-doctoral position to work in the context of an Odysseus project of the FWO-Vlaanderen (http://www.fwo.be) that aims to perform forward modelling for MHD oscillation models. Forward modelling is the calculation of synthetic observations from existing MHD oscillation models. The constructed models specifically aim at improving solar atmospheric seismology.
The candidate will be hosted in the Centre for mathematical Plasma Astrophysics (CmPA, http://wis.kuleuven.be/CmPA) in the Mathematics Department of the University of Leuven (KU Leuven, Belgium). The research at CmPA focusses on analytical/numerical studies of solar, stellar and astrophysical plasmas, nuclear fusion, space weather and magnetospheric physics.
The tasks of the post-doc are forward modelling of MHD oscillations, in a broad sense. This ranges from modelling emission features of 3D numerical simulations, calculating observables from analytical models, to the further development of the FoMo-code (https://wiki.esat.kuleuven.be/FoMo). Of particular interest to this position is the forward modelling of EUV emission and gyrosynchrotron emission of transverse loop oscillations.
A PhD in Mathematics, Physics or Astrophysics (or closely related subject) is essential, preferably with a background in solar physics. Experience with numerical modelling and/or forward modelling would be of great benefit. Prior experience in time series analysis and spectral data is a plus.
You will receive a scholarship for one year, which can be extended for another year after successful evaluation to a total of two years. The position starts November 1, 2014 (or soon thereafter). Applications must include a motivation letter, a CV, a list of publications and the names of two referees. The applications should be sent by e-mail to Tom Van Doorsselaere (tom.vandoorsselaere@wis.kuleuven.be) before 15/09/2014 and should include [postdoc-odysseus] in the subject line.
Deadline:
2014-09-15
Contact:
Tom Van Doorsselaere (tom.vandoorsselaere@wis.kuleuven.be)