Elevate your research career at the University of Helsinki as a Postdoctoral Fellow focused on space plasma modelling. Join an innovative team working with Vlasiator for cutting-edge simulations.

The University of Helsinki invites applicants for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Space Physics Group. This role requires expertise in GPU technologies, high-performance computing, and C++. You will delve into plasma processes in the magnetotail, including magnetic reconnection and kinetic instabilities, while contributing to a collaborative and dynamic research workplace.

Key Responsibilities:



• Use and develop the Vlasiator simulation tool • Conduct research on ion-kinetic physics in near-Earth space • Collaborate with an international research community • Apply expertise in parallelization algorithms and performance computing • Network with leading experts in space physics

Requirements: • Proven knowledge in GPU technologies and high-performance computing • Familiarity with C++ programming language • Experience with plasma processes and kinetic instabilities • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting • Commitment to innovative research in space physics

Enhance your skills and make impactful contributions in the vibrant research community at the University of Helsinki. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Postdoctoral Fellow in Space Physics (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of Helsinki
📍 Winnipeg