Post-doctoral or researcher position in stellar astrophysics

Closing date: July 18, 2025

Applications are invited for a fixed-term researcher position in the Stellar Physics Department of the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. The successful applicant will work in the team of Dr. Michaela Kraus on modelling of stellar atmospheres and winds of pulsating blue supergiants.

Qualifications:
- PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related field with a strong background in massive stars, stellar atmospheres, stellar winds and/or stellar pulsations.
- Knowledge in handling non-LTE radiative transfer codes such as CMFGEN or PoWR.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research environment.

Application Deadline: July 18, 2025

Submission: by email to sekretariat@asu.cas.cz with the subject POSTDOC - KRAUS
Required application parts (all in PDF):
- cover sheet listing: full name, birth date, nationality, current position, short motivation (½ page max)
- curriculum vitae
- list of publications
- summary of the most significant research results achieved to date and proposed research project (2 pages max in total)
- recommendation letters (to be delivered separately)

Applicants must arrange for a minimum of two recommendation letters to be sent directly to the same electronic address as above. The letters may be issued up to 9 months before the application deadline.

The appointment is initially for one year; an extension until 31 December 2027 is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance. A necessary condition is to satisfy legal requirements for employment in the Czech Republic (EU member state). Salary will be based on the domestic level (cca 1800 EUR/month before taxes plus eventual bonuses; health insurance included). There is a possibility of staff accommodation in Ondrejov or private accommodation can be arranged.

The employment may start as early as September 1st 2025 or based on negotiations, but ideally not later than January 1st, 2026.

The most promising applicants may be invited for an online interview. Once the evaluation process is completed, all applicants will be notified.

Further information:

• http://www.asu.cas.cz for the list of working groups at the Institute. 
• http://www.euraxess.cz for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic. 
• http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living.