The Finnish Meteorological Institute is looking for a doctoral researcher to work on high-latitude space-atmosphere coupling in an ERC Starting Grant project (LOUARN). The work is to be carried out within the Space Weather group of the Finnish Meteorological Institute on the Kumpula campus in Helsinki, Finland (partial remote work is possible). The initial contract will have a duration of two years, but the position is funded for four years (standard duration for PhD thesis completion in Finland). https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/doctoral-researcher-space-physics-16909/. Candidates are requested to submit their application directly via this platform. Deadline for sending in applications: 8 Dec 2025, 12:00 UTC – Foreseen interview dates (online): 11-18 Dec 2025 – Earliest starting date: 19 Jan 2026. In case of inquiries, please contact the LOUARN project principal investigator, Maxime Grandin, maxime.grandin(at]fmi.fi.
Posted 3 December 2025
ISSI invites applications for a part time (30%) position of Director of Earth Sciences starting on November 1st, 2026. The appointee will be a member of the Directorate of ISSI. Further information at https://www.issibern.ch/job-posting-director-of-earth-sciences-30/
Posted 26 November 2025
The JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (International Leading Research) “International joint research of geospace variability by combining multi-point ground and satellite observations and modeling” (PBASE Program) invites applications for doctoral degree program in Japan. The participating students will be employed or appointed as research assistants or research fellows by the participating institutions (Nagoya University, Kyoto University, Kyushu University, or National Institute of Polar Research) and will be paid approximately 200,000 yen per month (before tax) for up to three years during the doctoral program, with 500,000 yen available annually for research expenses. For details of the applications, please visit the provisional website of the PBASE program at https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/dimr/PBASE/en/. The deadline of application is December 19, 2025.
Posted 29 October 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE), Nagoya University, Japan, is recruiting for a postdoctoral researcher. Deadline of application is 5:00pm on Friday, November 28, 2025 (JST). Details are given at https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/koubo2025-10en.pdf
Posted 3 October 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE) at Nagoya University seeks a designated assistant professor for research into the dynamics of the Earth’s magnetosphere, (1) to study transport and energization processes of ions and electrons in the magnetotail and inner magnetosphere based on analysis of spacecraft data from Arase (ERG) mission, and (2) to study interhemispheric magnetic conjugacy directly related to the magnetic mapping between different regions, using the data from all-sky camera, induction magnetometer and riometer. Details can be found at https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/koubo2025-09en.pdf. The deadline of application is September 16, 2025.
Posted 29 July 2025
The Institute of Fusion Theory and Simulation (IFTS), based in the Department of Physics at Zhejiang University, is seeking a new Director. The Institute conducts research across a broad range of topics in plasma physics, including space physics. Application Details:
- Application Deadline: Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 1, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and submissions after the deadline may be considered until the position is filled.
- Expected Starting Date: Fall 2025 (negotiable).
- Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV to the Dean of the School of Physics, Prof. Haiqing Lin at hqlin@zju.edu.cn to request the complete application package and detailed procedures.
Posted 24 July 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE), Nagoya University, seeks two professors as below. The deadline of application is October 31, 2025.
Division for Ionospheric and Magnetospheric Research: https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/koubo2025-05en.pdf
Division for Meteorological and Atmospheric Research: https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/koubo2025-06en.pdf
Posted 11 July 2025
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant and Data Manager. Review of the applications will begin on August 1st 2025, but applications will be accepted beyond that date until the position is filled.
Posted 7 July 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE), Nagoya University, invites applications for a Designated Assistant Professor as follows: Application deadline: August 15, 2025, starting date: November 1, 2025, term of appointment: Until March 31, 2026 (*The appointment is renewable every fiscal year based on work performance, attitude, and ability, as well as budget availability, etc. The probationary period: six months.), to conduct high-performance solar and stellar numerical simulation research. We welcome applicants with experience in magnetohydrodynamic modeling, even if they do not currently specialize in solar stellar physics. For more information, please visit https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/koubo2025-07en.pdf
Posted 2 July 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE) at Nagoya University seeks a designated assistant professor for cross-disciplinary research into the dynamics of the magnetosphere at Earth and Mercury, in particular transport and energization processes associated with magnetotail reconnection based on analysis of spacecraft data including Arase (ERG) and BepiColombo missions, for which ISEE operates the Mission Science Centers (Center for Heliospheric Science) in cooperation with JAXA/ISAS, combined with related missions such as MMS, THEMIS and SMILE missions and ground-based measurements. The successful candidate may have a background in space-plasma physics, magnetospheric physics, and magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling and experience in data analysis of space-based data. A good command of English, or of Japanese plus fair English, is required. An initial contract will be until March 31, 2026 with additional extensions, after annual evaluations, until March 31, 2028. Application Deadline: 15 September 2025. Details are given in: https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/koubo2025-03en.pdf
Posted 1 July 2025
The International Space Science Institute (ISSI) invites applications for a full-time position of Director starting on January 1, 2026. Applications, in a single pdf file, should be uploaded through the online submission form no later than July 31, 2025.
Posted 18 June 2025
A new 2.5-3-year designated assistant professor (Postdoc) position is open at ISEE Nagoya in isotopic measurements using the AMS facility of Nagoya U. and modelling of the isotope production and transport, as well as their application to solar variability, including extreme events: https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/koubo2025-01en.pdf. The application deadline is 01-Jul-2025.
Posted 27 May 2025
Postdoctoral Researcher in ISEE . The deadline of application is July 10. https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/koubo2025-02en.pdf
Posted 22 May 2025
Two open 4-year positions in solar-terrestrial physics (magnetospheric modelling and radiation environment) at the University of Oulu (Finland) to start on 01-Sep-2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The positions are in the framework of the ERC Synergy grant focused on the effects of non-standard geomagnetic and heliospheric conditions on the Earth’s environment. The work will be performed in person under the supervision of Prof. Ilya Usoskin. The University is an equal opportunity employer. The applications should be made via the links above before 15-Jun-2025. Informal inquiries can be sent to Ilya Usoskin <Ilya.Usoskin[АТ]oulu.fi>.
One position is a doctoral (PhD) student, https://oulunyliopisto.varbi.com/what:job/jobID:826570/
and another is a postdoctoral researcher, https://oulunyliopisto.varbi.com/what:job/jobID:826568/
Posted 19 May 2025
Univ. of Newcastle, Australia, PhD position in Remote Sensing of Coronal Mass Ejection Magnetic Fields from the Sun for Space Weather Forecasting. Applications Close 31 July 2025.
Posted 10 April 2025
IMPRS PhD Position at Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) in Göttingen, Germany / Deadline 1 May 2025. Solar Variability and Climate Group at MPS has an open position to be filled as soon as possible. The successful candidate is expected to start around 1 September 2025 and will work on the project “How strongly does the solar ultraviolet radiation vary? – Understanding the sources of the solar brightness variations in the UV”: https://www.mps.mpg.de/phd/solar-uv-radiation-variation
Applicants can register and apply at the online application portal: https://www.application.mps.mpg.de/public/index.php
Deadline: 1 May 2025 or until position filled. In case of questions, contact Dr. Natalie Krivova (natalie-at-mps.mpg.de)
Posted 10 April 2025
COSPAR is looking for an Administrative and Marketing Assistant. This full-time position will be based in Paris, France or surroundings and is expected to start in May or June 2025. It will be a 12-month temporary contract, to be possibly followed by a permanent contract. Full details here. Please submit your application (motivation letter + CV in English) by 30 April 2025 to cospar@cosparhq.cnes.fr.
Posted 9 April 2025
The University Centre in Svalbard wishes to employ 2 PhD students. One to research a newly discovered auroral emission and another to dive deeper into our understanding of auroral intensities. If you – or anyone you know – would like to live in the world’s northernmost town and use our world-class auroral observatory then please check out the job adverts: PHD1: Continuum Emissions and PHD2: Auroral Intensities. Please spread the word to anyone you think might be interested and get in touch (katieh@unis.no and/or noorap@unis.no) if you have any questions. Deadline: 25 April 2025.
Posted 28 March 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE), Nagoya University, Japan, is currently inviting applications for an Associate Professor (tenured position) or an Assistant Professor (tenure-track position) to join the Division of Integrated Studies. The successful candidate will be expected to promote research on the heliospheric system, space-earth environment, and space weather. The research focus includes the Earth, Moon, and planetary ionospheres/magnetospheres, leveraging advanced observational data analysis, cutting-edge numerical simulations, or state-of-the-art data science techniques, with an emphasis on international collaboration. The application deadline is February 1, 2025. Further details can be found here: https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/koubo2024-05en.pdf
Posted 25 January 2025
The Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE) at Nagoya University, Japan, actively seeks candidates for four Designated Professors (joint employment with their home institutions) from abroad. The Designated Professors will spend one to three months each year at ISEE for collaborative research. ISEE will hire one full-time postdoctoral researcher who work with each Designated Professor, with the selection process conducted in consultation with the respective professor. Details can be found at https://www.isee.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/isee-koubo2024.pdf. Deadline of application is March 17, 2025.
Posted 25 January 2025