Assistant Professor: Exoplanets and Their Stellar

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Nijmegen, Nederland Radboud Universiteit Voltijd

Employment
0.8 - 1.0 FTE
Gross monthly salary
€ 4,332 - € 5,929
Required background
PhD
Organizational unit
Faculty of Science
Application deadline
25 August 2024

Are you an enthusiastic Astrophysicist with a strong interest in exoplanets, preferably in the relation with their parent star? Would you like to share your expertise and contribute to our academic community? Then this exciting opportunity to join our institute as an assistant professor could be interesting for you.

As an assistant professor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the interdisciplinary environment at Radboud, encompassing plasma physics, stellar structure and evolution, planet formation, and atmospheric chemistry (including laboratory experiments at the FELIX laboratory), and
participating in advisory bodies, giving talks at (high) schools and/or making media appearances.

Profile
You hold a PhD in Astrophysics or a related field and are an independent researcher in the area mentioned above.
You have a track record of publications in relevant international journals, invitations to conferences, and other scientific distinctions, commensurate with your career stage.
You are a scientist who is able/willing to acquire external funding for your research.
You are enthusiastic about teaching and eager to participate in the educational programs of our institute.
You communicate well with colleagues at all levels and like working in a team.
You have an interest in communicating your science to wider society (e.g. in the form of science communication, science valorisation, or science policy).

We are

The Department of Astrophysics at Radboud University is part of the Institute of Mathematics, Astrophysics and Particle Physics (IMAPP) and has a strong track record in stellar physics, magnetic fields, and particle acceleration. The department is building up an interdisciplinary link with the Institute for Molecules and Materials and FELIX Laboratory to understand the chemistry of planet formation and exoplanets and their atmospheres.

The new position will strengthen this link by focusing on the host star-planet relationship.

Radboud University

At Radboud University, we aim to make an impact through our work. We achieve this by conducting groundbreaking research, providing high-quality education, offering excellent support, and fostering collaborations within and outside the university. In doing so, we contribute indispensably to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all. To accomplish this, we need even more colleagues who, based on their expertise, are willing to search for answers. We advocate for an inclusive community and welcome employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Will you also contribute to making the world a little better? You have a part to play.

If you want to learn more about working at Radboud University, follow our Instagram account and read stories from our colleagues.

Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science (FNWI), part of Radboud University, engages in groundbreaking research and excellent education. In doing so, we push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.

We seek solutions to major societal challenges, such as cybercrime and climate change and work on major scientific challenges, such as those in the quantum world. At the same time, we prepare our students for careers both within and outside the scientific field.

Currently, more than 1,300 colleagues contribute to research and education, some as researchers and lecturers, others as technical and administrative support officers. The faculty has a strong international character with staff from more than 70 countries. Together, we work in an informal, accessible and welcoming environment, with attention and space for personal and professional development for all.

We offer
You will be employed on the basis of a temporary contract for 18 months with the prospect of a permanent contract in case of a positive evaluation of your performance.
Your salary within salary scale 11 depends on your previous education and number of years of (relevant) work experience. The amounts in the scale are based on a 38-hour working week.
At the start of your employment you will be appointed as Assistant Professor level 2 (salary scale 11) on a career track towards promotion to Assistant Professor level 1 (salary scale 12, maximum € 6,737). The performance criteria and duration of the career track will be tailored to your background and track record.
You will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% end-of-year bonus.
You will be able to use our Dual Career and Family Support Service. The Dual Career Programme assists your partner via support, tools, and resources to improve their chances of independently finding employment in the Netherlands. Our Family Support Service helps you and your partner feel welcome and at home by providing customised assistance in navigating local faci



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