Applications are invited for a postdoctoral appointment at Leiden Observatory in the group of Dr. Jacqueline Hodge. The successful candidate will conduct studies on early galaxy assembly, with particular focus on ALMA, VLA, and JWST data. Candidates with experience with data from these facilities and/or 1) image/uv-plane morphological fitting, 2) dust and line radiative transfer modeling, 3) stellar/gas kinematics and dynamical modeling, 4) resolved SED fitting, or 5) creating mock observations from galaxy simulations are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have a PhD in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field at the time of appointment. The postdoc is for three years, subject to a review during the second year. The starting date is negotiable. Applications should be submitted electronically by the deadline of November 18, 2025. A complete application includes a cover letter, CV, publication list, and a statement of research experience and interests (maximum 2 pages). In addition, applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted before the indicated deadline. Emails requesting letters can be sent to your referees via this webpage (see button 'Send email' by each referee). Questions may be directed to Dr. Jacqueline Hodge (hodge@strw.leidenuniv.nl).

Leiden University offers comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, disability insurance, maternity and parental leave, and retirement benefits. Compulsory medical insurance is not included (~150 euro/month). Leiden University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups.