Postdoctoral Position in Kinetic Shock Physics and Solar Energetic Particles

KU Leuven

Full-time Kortrijk, Flanders Physical Scientists

Posted:

June 05, 2026

Location:

Kortrijk, Flanders, Belgium

Job Description

                    Required qualifications
You hold a PhD in physics, applied mathematics, engineering, computational science, or a closely related field.
You have a strong interest in plasma physics, preferably with expertise in kinetic descriptions of space or astrophysical plasmas.
You have at least basic knowledge of solar physics, heliophysics, and space-weather processes.
You have experience with numerical modelling and the use of parallel computing facilities. 
You can work independently, communicate results clearly, and publish in international peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable qualificationsExperience with kinetic plasma simulations, in particular particle-in-cell methods.
Experience with spacecraft observations.
Experience with solar energetic particles, collisionless shocks, coronal mass ejections, or heliospheric modelling.
The position is intended for a junior postdoctoral researcher, within three years of obtaining their Ph...
                

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Kortrijk, Belgium

Posted: June 05, 2026

Deadline: July 15, 2026