University Assistant – Postdoc, Debris Disk Research

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. Lead the proposed debris disk research program .

Posted 11/11/2026contractVienna • AustriaMid-LevelSenior💰 €5,080 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in debris disk research, including modeling and theoretical studies, while effectively leading research projects and publications. Proficient in coding with C++ and Python, with a strong ability to teach and supervise students in an academic setting.

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PhD In AstronomyResearch Experience In Debris DisksDebris Disks ModelingC++ ProgrammingPython Programming

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Hard Skills

Theoretical StudiesResearch Funding AcquisitionScientific PublicationsSimulationsStudent Supervision

Soft Skills

CollaborationTeachingPublic Outreach

Certifications & Qualifications

PhD / Doctoral Certificate

Industry Keywords

Debris DisksAstrophysicsObservatoriesResearch AdministrationInternational Meetings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the proposed debris disk research program
Conduct theoretical studies and interpret observations from cutting-edge observatories using simulations
Develop independent research projects during the three-year appointment
Lead and participate in scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
Present research results at international meetings
(Co-)supervise bachelor’s and master’s students
Independently teach courses under the collective bargaining agreement
Participate in research, teaching, and administration
Apply for further research funding
Interact and collaborate with research groups working on disks and planets

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD / doctoral degree in astronomy, astrophysics, or a closely related field, completed by the starting date
Research experience in debris disks and related fields
Experience in debris disks modeling
Relevant publications appropriate to career stage
Coding/programming experience
Fluency in English, spoken and written
C++ and Python experience preferred
Experience supervising students and in public outreach preferred
Successfully acquired research funding preferred
CV of no more than 3 pages
List of publications
Letter of motivation of no more than 1 page
Brief description of past research of no more than 2 pages and planned three-year research of no more than 3 pages
Contact details of two references
PhD / doctoral certificate

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Partly remote work within Austria upon agreement
Part-time work upon agreement
Privileged access to the Austrian Scientific Computing (ASC) super-computing facility
Access to ESO and ESA observing facilities through Austria's memberships
Over 600 free internal training courses
Coaching and ongoing skills development
Welcome Compass relocation/onboarding support
Good public transport connections
Equal-opportunity and diversity-focused workplace