Postdoctoral Position in Physics

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.

Contact Information

• Senior Lecturer: Adam Kristensson – adam.kristensson@fysik.lu.se

Union Representatives:

• OFR/ST – st@st.lu.se
• SACO – kansli@saco-s.lu.se
• SEKO – sekocivil@seko.lu.se

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