Postdoctoral position in astronomy, focused on supernova remnants

KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences

Job description

A three-year postdoctoral position in astronomy is available at the Department of Physics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. The successful candidate will join the research group of Prof. Josefin Larsson and conduct research on supernova remnants.

The position focuses on the analysis and interpretation of observational data from space- and ground-based facilities, including facilities such as JWST and HST. A range of research projects is available, depending on the interests and expertise of the candidate. Possible research directions include studies of ejecta structure and composition, circumstellar interaction, and pulsar wind nebulae. The candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in the supervision of master’s and/or PhD candidates.

Astrophysics research at KTH is part of the Oskar Klein Centre for Cosmoparticle Physics (OKC) at the AlbaNova University Centre ( ?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.okc.albanova.se&module=jobs&id=3218664" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.okc.albanova.se&module=jobs&id=3218664" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.okc.albanova.se ). OKC provides a vibrant international research environment, including a large community of researchers working on supernovae. The centre hosts a broad range of activities, seminars, and collaborations that support a dynamic research atmosphere.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• Evidence of a strong research track record, demonstrated through high-quality publications.
• Experience in the analysis of observational astronomical data.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Research experience on supernova remnants or a closely related field.
• Experience with supervision and teaching.
• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work independently.
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH’s recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application should include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Publication list
• Cover letter, including a description of research interests and experience (maximum two pages)
• Names and contact information for two referees (letters will be requested if needed).

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, three years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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Type of employment

Temporary position

Contract type

Full time

Full-time equivalent

100 %

First day of employment

According to agreement

Salary

Monthly salary

Number of positions

1

Location

Stockholm

County

Stockholms län

Country

Sweden

Reference number

PA-2026-1011

Published

17.Mar.2026

Last application date

15.Apr.2026

Contact

Josefin Larsson
joslakth.se