European Geosciences Union (EGU)
Postdoc Position at Queen Mary University of London
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Position
Postdoc Position at Queen Mary University of London
Employer
Queen Mary University of London
Location
London, United Kingdom
Sector
Academic
Relevant division
Solar-Terrestrial Sciences (ST)
Type
Full time
Level
Experienced
Salary
£38,419 to £51,755
Required education
PhD
Application deadline
28 August 2026
Posted
29 July 2026
Job Description
A postdoc position is available in Dr Christopher Chen’s research team at Queen Mary University of London to work on a new project supported by an STFC Small Award. The project involves the use of in situ spacecraft data and supporting theory/simulations to study a range of fundamental plasma processes in near-Earth space and how they combine to shape the environment we see. There is also scope for the postdoctoral researcher to develop their own related research interests and to collaborate with Dr Chen’s broader research team in a diverse range of cutting-edge topics. The team covers a range of topics in space, astrophysical, and plasma physics - from fundamental plasma processes and the role that they play across different systems, to applications in space weather modelling and forecasting, and uses a range of approaches - spacecraft observations, numerical simulations, plasma theory, and lab plasma experiments. There will also be substantial career development opportunities and support available.
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The Space & Astrophysical Plasmas Group at QMUL covers a broad range of topics - fundamental processes such as turbulence / shocks / reconnection / instabilities / kinetics, system science such as heliospheric dynamics / coronal processes / magnetosphere dynamics, applied science in space weather modelling and prediction, and a range of approaches including involvement in space missions, large-scale numerical simulations, lab plasma experiments, and advanced machine learning techniques. Postdocs and students interact in a vibrant and supportive research environment. The group is within the Astronomy Unit which also covers Cosmology & Relativity and Exoplanets & Planet Formation, with regular interaction between the groups.
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For more information about this position and to apply, please see: https://qmul-jobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/apply/10459
The deadline for applications is 28th August 2026 (late applications cannot be considered). A CV and research statement (2 pages maximum) are required for the application. The start date is flexible and the position is ready to be taken up immediately. The duration of the position is 2 years initially, with the possibility for extension.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr Christopher Chen (christopher.chen@qmul.ac.uk).
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