Job Advertisement: Closing Date 20th May 2011

Postdoctoral Position - Lisbon University - Planetary Sciences

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position at the University of 
Lisbon's Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, in the framework of a 
research project funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and 
Technology (FCT). The starting date is 1 July 2011 or soon thereafter.

The successful candidate will work on the optimization of a GCM of the 
atmosphere of Venus and on the couplings between dynamics, cloud system 
and composition, and on a number of diagnostics of the atmospheric 
circulation. Further tasks include an assessment of the roles of different 
components of the circulation and comparison with observational results.

Applicants must have a PhD, will have experience in atmospheric modelling 
and will be able to modify the existing numerical and analysis tools. 
Knowledge in the analysis of spectral imaging data would be appreciated. 
However, candidates with all relevant backgrounds will be considered. A 
high level of written/spoken English and the ability to work as part of an 
international team are required.

The position is for 18 months. At its term support will be given for grant 
applications to FCT.

Applicants should include a CV, a list of publications and a statement of 
research interests and experience. The names, e-mail and telephone 
contacts of two referees must be provided. Late applications may be 
considered until the post has been filled. Please send applications to Dr. 
David Luz [[log in to unmask]] copied to Dr. David Berry [[log in to unmask]].

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