Postdoctoral Researcher in Space Physics: The University of Turku is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher of Data Analytics in Space Physics for an exciting multidisciplinary research project. The selected candidate will collaborate with experts in the fields of computing and physics to integrate spacecraft data with artificial intelligence.
Postdoctoral Researcher of Data Analytics in Space Physics
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Location
University of Turku, Turku, Finland
Research Area
Data Analytics in Space Physics
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required:
- Doctoral degree in a computationally oriented field (computer science, mathematics, statistics, physical sciences)
- Expertise in machine learning and statistical data analysis
- Proficient in implementing data analytics workflows using scientific programming languages (preferably Python, but R, Julia, or Rust are also acceptable)
- Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team
- Preferred:
- Previous experience with spacecraft data
- Deep knowledge of AI methods and their performance estimation
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux command line and Git repositories
- Quality publications in computational sciences
Job Description
The successful candidate will work on the AIPAD project under the supervision of Prof. Tapio Pahikkala and Dr. Nina Dresing. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing innovative AI algorithms to infer full solar energetic particle (SEP) pitch-angle distributions from spacecraft measurements that currently have gaps.
- Predicting energy spectra of SEP events using machine learning techniques and comparing predictions with observational data.
- Contributing to open science initiatives and producing datasets, event catalogs, and advanced AI algorithms for the scientific community.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications through the University of Turku’s online recruitment system. The application must include the following documents in PDF format:
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- Publication list
- Copies of degree certificates in English or Finnish
- Research statement
- Contact details of at least two referees (or letters of recommendation if available)
Last Date to Apply
September 25, 2025, at 16:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
Additional Information
For further inquiries about the position, contact Dr. Nina Dresing at nina.dresing@utu.fi or Prof. Tapio Pahikkala at tapio.pahikkala@utu.fi.
