Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Modelling in Solar Astrophysics

A three-year postdoctoral position is available at the University of Sydney to work on computational modelling of coronal magnetic fields with Mike Wheatland and collaborators.

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This project involves: developing computational methods for data-constrained and data-driven modelling of solar active regions; applying the methods to synthetic and observational data to assess their reliability and for the purpose of modelling; using the methods to develop capabilities for flare and CME prediction. The work will involve collaboration with domestic and international researchers.

Visa sponsorship: available
Specific expertise in solar: not essential but relevant skills and enthusiasm mandatory

Applications close 5 October 2023

For further details contact michael.wheatland@sydney.edu.au