Postdoctoral Position in Physics

Lund University

Reference Number: PA2026/413
Institution: Lund University
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering (LTH)
Division: Division of Combustion Physics, Department of Physics
Research Group: Aerosol Research Group
Location: Lund, Sweden
Employment Type: Temporary, full-time (100%)
Duration: 2 years
Start Date: After agreement
Application Deadline: 8 May 2026

Institution Overview

  • Lund University (~46,000 students, 8,500 staff) is a top-ranked international university.
  • The Aerosol Research Group focuses on atmospheric aerosol particles and their impacts on climate and air quality, using in-situ and satellite measurements, process modelling, and global modelling.
  • The group is part of MERGE, a strategic research area focused on climate modelling.
  • Collaborates with ACTRIS and ICOS infrastructures via the Hyltemossa and Norunda field sites in Sweden.

Subject Area

  • Atmospheric aerosol particle research
  • Analysis of long-term aerosol datasets to evaluate relationships between aerosol properties and land-use origin or meteorological parameters
  • Use of source apportionment, air mass back trajectories, and machine-learning tools
  • Evaluation of model sensitivities and performance (Earth system models, dynamic vegetation models, aerosol process models)

Work Duties

  • Conduct high-quality research (primary focus)
  • Analyze long-term datasets from Hyltemossa and Norunda field sites
  • Assess land-use and meteorological effects on aerosols
  • Compare model outputs with observational data; propose updated parameterizations
  • Prepare scientific publications and attend project meetings and conferences
  • Optional teaching: up to 20% of working hours
  • Three weeks of higher education teaching training provided

Note: The position does not involve running models, new measurements, or model development

Qualification Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent international degree in atmospheric sciences, physics, environmental science, or related field
  • Degree certificate must be obtained before employment decision
  • Priority for degrees completed within 3 years; older degrees considered under special circumstances

Additional Requirements:

  • Very good oral and written proficiency in English
  • Comprehensive knowledge of aerosols
  • Experience with large datasets, data analysis, and programming
  • Independent, structured, proactive, and collaborative

Assessment Criteria

  • Ability to develop and conduct high-quality research
  • Teaching skills
  • Relevant publications and experience complementing ongoing research

Employment Terms

  • Full-time, fixed-term, 2 years
  • Governed by “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor”
  • Public authority benefits, generous leave, occupational pension scheme

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted via Lund University’s recruitment system and include:

  1. CV (max 4 pages): Including publication list
  2. Personal Letter (max 2 pages): Explaining interest in the position and alignment with qualifications
  3. Degree Certificate or equivalent
  4. Optional Supporting Documents: Transcripts, referees, recommendation letters

Applications must be written in English.

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