Postdoctoral Position: Helioseismology at MPS 824 views

The Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Position in helioseismology. The position is available in the Solar and Stellar Interiors Department starting as early as 1 October 2021 for a period of two years, with the possibility of an extension. The exact start date is negotiable.

About the research:

• Toroidal modes of oscillations in the inertial frequency range have recently been observed on the Sun.
• This project will consist of studying the excitation and damping mechanisms of these modes to explain their amplitudes and lifetimes.

Requirements:

• Applicants should have a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, or a related field.

Applications:

Application to be sent as a single PDF file to gizon-office@mps.mpg.de with ”Modes2021″ in the subject line and include the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A full list of publications
• At least one letter of recommendation