The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) invites applications for two Postdoctoral Fellows to work on:
Solar Active Regions & Flares in Near and Mid-ultraviolet
The successful candidate will explore the dynamics and energetics of solar active regions and flares through coordinated analysis of (but not limited to):
- SUIT (Aditya-L1) near-ultraviolet imaging of the photosphere and chromosphere
- IRIS high-resolution UV spectroscopy and imaging
- SDO/AIA multi-wavelength EUV imaging
- Solar Orbiter remote sensing datasets
Responsibilities:
- Process, calibrate, and co-align datasets from multiple space missions.
- Investigate flare initiation, evolution, and energy release mechanisms.
- Perform quantitative analysis linking chromospheric, transition region, and coronal diagnostics.
- Publish results in leading journals and present at major conferences.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Solar Physics, Astrophysics, or a related field.
- Experience with solar observational data analysis and scientific programming (Python, IDL, or similar).
- Strong background in research in solar active region or flare research will be a plus.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, multi-institutional environment.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of solar astrophysics with direct access to first-of-its-kind data from India’s flagship solar mission. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Durgesh Tripathi and the Solar Physics Group at IUCAA.
Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) On board Aditya-L1
The Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) is delivering unprecedented full-disk and region-of-interest images of the Sun’s photosphere and chromosphere recorded in near and mid ultraviolet (200 – 400 nm), enabling cutting-edge studies of solar irradiance variations, active region dynamics in the photosphere and chromosphere.
The successful candidate will:
- Develop and apply advanced data processing, calibration, and analysis techniques.
- Work with unique SUIT observations across multiple narrow-band and broadband filters.
- Perform high-level analysis of solar features and events.
- Integrate SUIT data with other space- and ground-based observations for multiwavelength studies.
- Contribute to high-impact publications and international collaborations.
We are looking for:
- Ph.D. in Solar Physics, Astrophysics, or a related discipline.
- Proven expertise in solar data analysis and scientific programming (Python/IDL).
- Experience with SunPy and SSWIDL will be desirable.
- Strong motivation for independent and collaborative research.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of solar astrophysics with direct access to first-of-its-kind data from India’s flagship solar mission. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Durgesh Tripathi and Prof. A N Ramaprakash.
Dealine for applications: 22 September 2025.