Two Post-doctoral Research Fellows in i) Computational Astrochemistry and ii) the Climates of Exoplanets

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Leeds invites applications for two postdoctoral research fellows (three years fixed term) in i) Computational Astrochemistry and ii) in the Climates of Exoplanets, working on an UKRI-funded project with Dr Catherine Walsh.

i) Computational Astrochemistry: You will investigate the role of stellar radiation on the chemistry of ices in the planet- and comet-building regions around young stars. You will exploit molecular modelling to study how radiation affects the stability and chemistry of complex organic molecules in the ice phase. You will have a PhD (or will have submitted the thesis prior to taking up the appointment) in astrophysics, astrochemistry, or physical chemistry, experience in molecular modelling techniques, and a developing track record of peer reviewed publications in international journals. For more information: https://jobs.leeds.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=EPSPA1045

ii) Climates of Exoplanets: You will investigate the role of impacts from volatile-rich small bodies on the chemistry and climate of terrestrial exoplanets. You will simulate the structure and composition of the atmospheres of rocky planets and will produce simulated observations to make predictions with future facilities. You will have a PhD (or will have submitted the thesis prior to taking up the appointment) in astronomy, astrophysics, or atmospheric science, experience in the simulation of planetary atmospheres, and a developing track record of peer reviewed publications in international journals. For more information: https://jobs.leeds.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=EPSPA1046

The application deadline is Monday the 3rd of January 2022 and the application must be submitted online. The starting date will be by arrangement.

For more information on the application process and other details such as salary, please follow the provided URLs.

For more information on the project, please contact Dr Catherine Walsh ([email protected]).