Postdoctoral Researcher in Interiors and Evolution of Sub-Neptunes 100%, Zurich, fixed-term 15.09.2026 | Department of Physics (D-PHYS)
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Job Description
This is a postdoctoral researcher position focusing on the interiors and long-term evolution of sub-Neptunes. Key responsibilities include improving atmosphere-interior evolution models, investigating interior mixing impacts on atmospheres, linking modeling to spectroscopic observations, and analyzing exoplanet populations. Applicants need a PhD in a related field, strong Python programming skills, and experience with AI-assisted research tools.
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Key Responsibilities
- We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on the interiors and long-term evolution of sub-Neptunes, within the Exoplanet Interiors and Atmospheres group lead by Prof.
- Fluent, critical use of AI-assisted tools in research and code development, we treat these as part of the standard toolkit and expect them to be used with judgement
- ETH Zurich offers an outstanding research environment, competitive salary and benefits according to ETH regulations, and support for conference travel, computing and career development.
- Informal enquiries before applying are welcome via email to the group leader.
Requirements
- PhD in astrophysics, planetary science, geophysics, physics or a closely related field, completed by the start date
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The position is based at ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), in Zurich, CH. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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