Postdoc in modeling of star-disk formation

The research group “Young Stars and Planets” at the Astrophysics and Planetary Science section, part of the Niels Bohr Institute, invites applications for a postdoc position funded by the DFF Sapere Aude grant “DSTREAM: Disk Systems That are Replenished and Evolve through Accretion of Material”. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with expertise in computational modeling of star and disk formation, synthetic observations and high-performance computing, who obtained their PhD degree on October 10th, 2020, or later. Periods of leave will be accepted according to the regulations stated by DFF. Observational experience/expertise to compare computational results with data from (sub)mm observations, especially ALMA, are highly appreciated. Expertise in applying machine-learning techniques is an additional advantage.

The postdoc’s duties will include research within star and disk formation modeling. Opportunities for teaching are available, but not mandatory.

Further information on the Department is linked at https://nbi.ku.dk/english/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Dr. Michael Küffmeier.

The position is open from 01/10/2026, but earlier or later starting dates are possible. The position is for a 2 year period.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 39,200 DKK/approx. 5,200 EUR (November 2025 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18,07 % to your pension fund.

Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae (2 pages)
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans (~3 pages)
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 15th January 2026, 23:59 GMT +1.
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

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Kontakt
Michael Küffmeier
E-mail: [email protected]

Info
Ansøgningsfrist: 15-01-2026

Ansættelsesdato: 01-10-2026

Arbejdstid: Fuldtid

Afdeling/Sted: Niels Bohr Institute