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Find here all the necessary info about the open positions for the iSEEDs project.
Open positions:
1) FOUR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITIONS:
From protostars to the Solar System and exoplanets: synergy between observations, chemistry and data science
1) FOUR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITIONS:
From protostars to the Solar System and exoplanets: synergy between observations, chemistry and data science
Four Postdoctoral Research positions (Incarichi Postdoc, fascia 2)
Four Postdoctoral Research positions (Incarichi Postdoc, fascia 2)
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for for 4 full-time Postdoc positions (Incarichi Postdoc, fascia 2) at INAF - Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory (Florence, Italy) within the iSEEDs project.
The positions are for 1 year (renewable), starting approximately in December 2026.
Title of the position: From protostars to the Solar System and exoplanets: synergy between observations, chemistry and data science
Objectives and scientific project: The researcher will work within the framework of the project iSEEDs (Astrochemical Studies of Early Embedded Disks), focusing on the physical and chemical properties of young disks.
The research activities will be based at INAF - Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory (Florence, Italy) and will focus on:
Characterising the physical and chemical properties of young disks with the ultimate goal of determining the initial conditions for planet formation.
Exploiting the synergy between multi-wavelength observations, physical and astrochemical models, computational chemistry, and data science techniques to constrain fundamental disk properties and connect them to the formation of the Solar System and exoplanets.
The datasets originate from large programs (e.g., ALMA-FAUST) as well as telescope archives.
Key Skills & Experience (Preferred):
Previous experience in star and planet formation and/or astrochemistry is preferred but not required, and a background in data science and machine learning techniques is also welcome.
Application Period:
The call for applications is now opened. The submission deadline is September 20th, 2026.
Please prepare the following documents for submission:
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Your detailed CV dated and signed containing the following mandatory declaration at the end (a formal self-declaration acknowledging legal responsibility for the truthfulness of your CV): “Le informazioni contenute nel presente “curriculum vitae et studiorum“ sono rese sotto la personale responsabilità del sottoscritto, ai sensi degli articoli 46 e 47 del Decreto del Presidente della Repubblica 28 dicembre 2000, numero 445, e successive modifiche e integrazioni, consapevole della responsabilità penale prevista dall’articolo 76 del medesimo Decreto per le ipotesi di falsità in atti e/o dichiarazioni mendaci“;
A short summary of your research activities;
Two letters of reference;
Any other documents specified in the official announcement linked below.
The gross annual salary is €38,531.97, plus a mobility allowance of up to €7,000.00 for eligible candidates.
For further information, please contact: eleonora.bianchi[at]inaf.it
Link to the official call:
http://www.inaf.it/it/lavora-con-noi/incarichi-post-doc/2026inafincpos-oaa-fis2iseeds-006
Applications must be submitted online at https://pica.cineca.it/inaf/2026inafincpos-oaa-fis2iseeds-006/ or
https://pica.cineca.it/en/login by selecting code 2026INAFINCPOS-OAA-FIS2iSEEDs-006.
Past Calls for Applications:
1) THREE FIXED-TERM RESEARCHER POSITIONS:
Data Mining, machine Learning, and astrochemistry for studying young planet-forming systems.
1) THREE FIXED-TERM RESEARCHER POSITIONS:
Data Mining, machine Learning, and astrochemistry for studying young planet-forming systems.
Three fixed-term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF)
Three fixed-term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF)
We are pleased to announce a call for 3 full-time Fixed-Term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF) within the iSEEDs project. These are 2-year employment contracts, with possibility of renewal, offering a comprehensive benefits package (including social security and health coverage).
Title of the position: Data Mining, machine Learning, and astrochemistry for studying young planet-forming systems.
Objectives and scientific project: The researcher will work within the framework of the project iSEEDs (Astrochemical Studies of Early Embedded Disks), focusing on the physical and chemical properties of young disks. In particular, the researcher will contribute to the development of data analysis tools and/or the application of data mining and machine learning techniques to exploit large datasets of observations ranging from infrared to millimeter and centimeter wavelengths. The datasets originate from large programs (e.g., ALMA-FAUST) as well as telescope archives.
Key Skills & Experience (Preferred):
Background in star and planet formation
Experience in developing data mining and machine learning tools for analyzing big datasets from large programs and/or archival data
Expertise in the reduction, analysis, and/or modeling of observational data from infrared to millimeter and centimeter wavelengths
Application Period:
The call for applications is now opened. The submission deadline is October 31st, 2025.
Please prepare the following documents for submission:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) & Research Statement: Your detailed CV along with a descriptive report of your research activities (maximum 5 pages, font size 12, single spacing).
Full Publication List: A comprehensive list of your scientific publications.
Five Selected Publications: Five publications of your choice, drawn from your full publication list, that you wish to be evaluated qualitatively by the committee.
Other Supporting Documents: Any other relevant qualifications or documents (e.g., awards, teaching experience).
Applicants must hold:
A PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics or
A Master's Degree (Laurea Magistrale) in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics, combined with at least 3 years of documented research experience.
If your degree was obtained outside Italy, and you are selected for a position, you must formally request its recognition (equivalency) from the Ministry of University and Research or the Ministry of Education. Further details and forms are available on the Ministry's website here: (www.mur.gov.it/it/aree-tematiche/universita/equipollenzeequivalenza-ed- equiparazioni-tra-titoli-di-studio/titoli-1)
Candidates must be citizens of Italy or an EU Member State; or family members of EU citizens holding a valid right of residence; or non-EU citizens with an EU long-term residence permit, refugee status, or subsidiary protection status, and must possess an adequate knowledge of the Italian language.
The gross annual salary for these positions, which includes standard social security contributions, retirement contributions, and unemployment insurance, will be approximately 31.5 k€.
For further information, please contact: eleonora.bianchi[at]inaf.it
Link to the official call: https://www.inpa.gov.it/bandi-e-avvisi/dettaglio-bando-avviso/?concorso_id=d532552f36fb475581d5b73ac5d7b4d1
2) TWO FIXED-TERM RESEARCHER POSITIONS:
Observations and modelling of continuum and line emission from infrared to cm wavelengths to characterise the properties of young planet-forming systems.
2) TWO FIXED-TERM RESEARCHER POSITIONS:
Observations and modelling of continuum and line emission from infrared to cm wavelengths to characterise the properties of young planet-forming systems.
Two fixed-term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF)
Two fixed-term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF)
We are pleased to announce a call for 2 full-time Fixed-Term Researcher positions (Ricercatore a Tempo Determinato INAF) within the iSEEDs project. These are 2-year employment contracts, with possibility of renewal, offering a comprehensive benefits package (including social security and health coverage).
Title of the position: Observations and modelling of continuum and line emission from infrared to cm wavelengths to characterise the properties of young planet-forming systems.
Objectives and scientific project: The researcher will work within the framework of the project iSEEDs (Astrochemical Studies of Early Embedded Disks). In particular, the researcher will focus on characterising the physical and chemical properties of young disks by analysing continuum and line observations from infrared to millimeter and centimeter wavelengths and/or by developing physical and astrochemical models to interpret the available observations.
Key Skills & Experience (Preferred):
Background in star and planet formation.
Experience in the reduction and analysis of observations from infrared to millimeter and centimeter wavelengths.
Expertise in the development and use of astro-chemical and radiative transfer models for the analysis of molecular lines and/or continuum.
Experience in the development of hydrodynamic and/or magnetohydrodynamic models and their comparison with observations.
Application Period:
The call for applications is now opened. The submission deadline is October 31st, 2025.
Please prepare the following documents for submission:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) & Research Statement: Your detailed CV along with a descriptive report of your research activities (maximum 5 pages, font size 12, single spacing).
Full Publication List: A comprehensive list of your scientific publications.
Five Selected Publications: Five publications of your choice, drawn from your full publication list, that you wish to be evaluated qualitatively by the committee.
Other Supporting Documents: Any other relevant qualifications or documents (e.g., awards, patents, teaching experience).
Applicants must hold:
A PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
OR A Master's Degree (Laurea Magistrale) in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics, combined with at least 3 years of documented research experience.
If your degree was obtained outside Italy, and you are selected for a position, you must formally request its recognition (equivalency) from the Ministry of University and Research or the Ministry of Education. Further details and forms are available on the Ministry's website here: (www.mur.gov.it/it/aree-tematiche/universita/equipollenzeequivalenza-ed- equiparazioni-tra-titoli-di-studio/titoli-1)
Candidates must be citizens of Italy or an EU Member State; or family members of EU citizens holding a valid right of residence; or non-EU citizens with an EU long-term residence permit, refugee status, or subsidiary protection status, and must possess an adequate knowledge of the Italian language.
The gross annual salary for these positions, which includes standard social security contributions, retirement contributions, and unemployment insurance, will be approximately 31.5 k€.
For further information, please contact: eleonora.bianchi[at]inaf.it
Link to the official call: https://www.inpa.gov.it/bandi-e-avvisi/dettaglio-bando-avviso/?concorso_id=ac60755ca6104328a9c64d652ef67b2d
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