Overview
PhD position in numerical modeling of asteroid evolution (100% fixed‑term, fully funded) at the University of Bern, Space Research and Planetary Sciences department. Start: 1 September 2026. Responsibilities
Develop and apply state‑of‑the‑art simulation tools for the collisional evolution of Apophis. Simulate crater formation and regolith processes on small bodies. Investigate tidal deformation and surface reshaping during the 2029 Earth flyby. Integrate observational constraints from the RAMSES mission into physically consistent models. Qualifications
Master’s degree in (astro)physics, astronomy, planetary science, or a related field. Strong background in numerical modeling and computational methods. Experience with SPH/N‑body simulations, granular physics, or geophysical modeling is an advantage. Programming skills (Python, Julia, C/C++, or similar). Interest in planetary science, astronomy and small‑body research. Ability to work collaboratively in an international team. Fluency in written and spoken English. Offer
Fully funded PhD position with salary following the guidelines of the University of Bern (annual gross salary of 50,042 CHF for 2026, including the 13th month). Participation in a cutting‑edge ESA mission (RAMSES) with high scientific impact. Access to state‑of‑the‑art computational resources. Collaborative and international research environment. Opportunities for conference participation and scientific networking. Application Process
Deadline: 30 June 2026 (applications after this date may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis). Letter of motivation (max 2 pages). Detailed CV, including list of publications if applicable. Details of BSc and MSc degrees, including transcripts of records. Names and email addresses of two referees who can provide letters of recommendation. The University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and under‑represented minorities.
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PhD position in numerical modeling of asteroid evolution (100% fixed‑term, fully funded) at the University of Bern, Space Research and Planetary Sciences department. Start: 1 September 2026. Responsibilities
Develop and apply state‑of‑the‑art simulation tools for the collisional evolution of Apophis. Simulate crater formation and regolith processes on small bodies. Investigate tidal deformation and surface reshaping during the 2029 Earth flyby. Integrate observational constraints from the RAMSES mission into physically consistent models. Qualifications
Master’s degree in (astro)physics, astronomy, planetary science, or a related field. Strong background in numerical modeling and computational methods. Experience with SPH/N‑body simulations, granular physics, or geophysical modeling is an advantage. Programming skills (Python, Julia, C/C++, or similar). Interest in planetary science, astronomy and small‑body research. Ability to work collaboratively in an international team. Fluency in written and spoken English. Offer
Fully funded PhD position with salary following the guidelines of the University of Bern (annual gross salary of 50,042 CHF for 2026, including the 13th month). Participation in a cutting‑edge ESA mission (RAMSES) with high scientific impact. Access to state‑of‑the‑art computational resources. Collaborative and international research environment. Opportunities for conference participation and scientific networking. Application Process
Deadline: 30 June 2026 (applications after this date may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis). Letter of motivation (max 2 pages). Detailed CV, including list of publications if applicable. Details of BSc and MSc degrees, including transcripts of records. Names and email addresses of two referees who can provide letters of recommendation. The University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and under‑represented minorities.
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PhD position in numerical modeling of asteroid evolution Arbeitgeber: CAS in Medication Safety University of Bern
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