Category: Laboratory

Research Scientist II – Laboratory Studies

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Laboratory Studies
City: Pasadena
State/Province: Ca
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Jhertaune Huntley
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Application Due Date: Tuesday, May 05 2020
Web Link: https://jpl.jobs/jobs/2020-11716-Research-Scientist-II-Laboratory-Studies

RESEARCH SCIENTIST II AT THE JET PROPULSION LABORATORY

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites applications for a Scientist who will bring new expertise to and ensure continuity of existing capabilities at JPL in planetary science. The successful candidate will develop an independently funded research program, provide scientific leadership and support research conducted within the laboratory studies group. The candidate will publish in peer reviewed scientific journals, and present papers at scientific conferences.

Qualifications:

  • PhD. degree in experimental chemistry or physics.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge at the forefront of experimental laboratory studies with direct planetary science applications (i.e, relevance to icy moons, Kuiper Belt Objects, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and solar system evolution).
  • Demonstrated experience with a range of relevant experimental techniques (e.g., matrix isolation, UV an IR spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy, temperature programmed desorption) and apparatus (e.g., cryogenic systems, UHV systems).
  • Demonstrated reputation as a productive researcher with a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

The following qualifications are preferred:

  • 3-5 years of related post-doc experience.
  • History of writing successful external research funding proposals.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of planning, execution, and analysis of astronomical observations.

Staff Scientist in Petrology or Geo/Cosmochemistry

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Division of Earth and Planets (formerly DTM/GL)
City: Washington
State/Province: District of Columbia
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Country: United States
Contact Person: Larry Nittler
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Carnegie Institution for Science
Application Due Date: Tuesday, February 18 2020
Web Link: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/staff-scientist-in-petrology-or-geo-cosmochemistry/

The Carnegie Institution for Science (Washington, DC campus) invites applications for a staff scientist in petrology or geo/cosmochemistry. We are particularly interested in candidates in research areas that will amplify our strengths in field and laboratory-based investigations, with an emphasis in igneous petrology, magmatic volatiles, or geo/cosmochemical approaches to investigate the origin and evolution of Earth and other rocky planets.  We encourage applications from those interested in cross-disciplinary areas that complement or expand our existing strengths in Earth, planetary, and exoplanet science.  We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from individuals with a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds, and perspective.

The Carnegie Institution is a basic research organization committed to exploring intriguing scientific questions.  Carnegie staff scientists hold 12-month salaried appointments and pursue independent research supported by a combination of endowment and federal funds.  Staff scientists do not have teaching duties, but we place considerable emphasis on mentoring postdoctoral scholars.

Carnegie’s Department of Terrestrial Magnetism and Geophysical Laboratory are merging into a single division that will continue to provide staff scientists with the resources to pursue fundamental research on planet formation and evolution, including state-of-the-art experimental and analytical laboratories, computer clusters, and machine shop and electronics support.  In a separate ad, we are searching for a second staff scientist with interests in astronomy or planetary science. Information about our current research programs can be found at http://dtm.carnegiescience.edu/research and https://gl.carnegiescience.edu/our-research.  Our vision for interdisciplinary planetary research can be found at https://planets.carnegiescience.edu/.  Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and propose a world-class research program.

To apply, please submit (1) cover letter with the names of three references, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) list of publications, (4) abstracts of your two most relevant and important papers, (5) a 2-3 page summary of previous research, and (6) a research plan of up to 5 pages through the Apply Now button below.  You may email [email protected] with any questions.

Review of applications will begin immediately with a deadline of 18 February 2020.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

Staff Scientist in Astronomy or Planetary Science

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Division of Earth and Planets (formerly DTM/GL)
City: Washington
State/Province: District of Columbia
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Country: United States
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Carnegie Institution for Science
Application Due Date: Sunday, February 18 2018
Web Link: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/staff-scientist-in-astronomy-or-planetary-science/

The Carnegie Institution for Science (Washington, DC campus) invites applications for a staff scientist in astronomy or planetary science.  We are particularly interested in candidates with research emphases in laboratory experiment, theory, or observation of planet formation or (exo)planetary atmospheres. We encourage applications from those interested in cross-disciplinary areas that complement or expand our existing strengths in Earth, planetary, and exoplanet science. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from individuals with a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.

The Carnegie Institution is a basic research organization committed to exploring intriguing scientific questions.  Carnegie staff scientists hold 12-month salaried appointments and pursue independent research supported by a combination of endowment and federal funds.  Staff scientists do not have teaching duties, but we place considerable emphasis on mentoring postdoctoral scholars.

Carnegie’s Department of Terrestrial Magnetism and Geophysical Laboratory are merging into a single division that will continue to provide staff scientists with the resources to pursue fundamental research on planet formation, (exo)planets, and planetary evolution, including state-of-the-art laboratories, computer clusters, and a partnership with Carnegie’s Observatories that includes access to Las Campanas Observatory.  In a separate ad, we are searching for a second staff scientist with interests in planetary petrology, magmatic volatiles, or geo/cosmochemical approaches to planet evolution. Information about our current research programs can be found at http://dtm.carnegiescience.edu/research and https://gl.carnegiescience.edu/our-research.  Our vision for interdisciplinary planetary research can be found at https://planets.carnegiescience.edu/.  Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and propose a world-class research program.

To apply, please submit (1) cover letter with the names and addresses of three references, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) list of publications, (4) abstracts of your two most relevant and important papers, (5) a 2-3 page summary of previous research, and (6) a research plan of up to 5 pages through the “Apply Now” button below.  You may email [email protected] with any questions.

Review of applications will begin immediately with a deadline of 18 February 2020.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

Ph.D. Student Opportunity

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Current state: Approved
City: Stony Brook
State/Province: New York
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Hanna Nekvasil
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Stony Brook University
Application Due Date: Wednesday, January 15 2020

We have an opening for a Ph.D. student interested in experimentally investigating the interaction of volcanic gas and martian surface materials and assessing the IR spectral signature of the products beginning Fall 2020. The student will work with Dr. Hanna Nekvasil on experiments simulating boiling of magma and investigate the nature of vapor-deposited salts added to martian dust as well as the alteration of basalt by martian volcanic gas. The student will also work with Dr. A. Deanne Rogers on assessing the IR spectral signature of the martian fines altered by volcanic gas and how this signature is modified by reaction during changes in relative humidity. Interested students should contact [email protected]. Stony Brook University has a dynamic planetary science group and a long history of excellence in experimental igneous petrology. Please pass this message on to any student you think may be interested.
 

Cosmochemistry Position at the University of Colorado, Boulder

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Department: Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
City: Boulder
State/Province: Colorado
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Country: USA
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Colorado, Boulder
Application Due Date: Wednesday, January 15 2020
Web Link: https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Professor-in-Cosmochemistry/22080

The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado at Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position to start in August 2020, in the general field of Cosmochemistry. The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous program, complementary to the ongoing research of the Institute for Modeling Plasmas, Atmospheres, and Cosmic Dust (IMPACT: http://impact.colorado.edu), a node in NASA’s Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI).

Areas of interest include: Analysis and interpretation of composition measurements of cosmic dust and their significance for studies of the origins and evolution of thesolar system. Development of new laboratory experiments at the Colorado Dust Accelerator Facility to support instrument development and data analysis. Using dust composition measurements to model the chemical evolution of solar systembodies: Moon, asteroids, comets, and all other planetary objects. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics, Planetary Sciences, Chemistry, or related areas completed by March 15, 2020.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. For consideration, applications must be submitted online:  https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Professor-in-Cosmoche…. Contact Email: [email protected]

Planetary Science Faculty Position at the University of Michigan

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Climate and Space Science and Engineering
City: Ann Arbor
State/Province: Michigan
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Jeremy Bassis
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Michigan
Application Due Date: Friday, November 15 2019
Web Link: https://clasp.engin.umich.edu/stories/faculty-position-in-planetary-science/

The Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineeringin the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the field of planetary science.  Although the position is open to all ranks, we especially seek candidates at the Assistant Professor level. We look for candidates who are capable of developing an internationally recognized research program, successfully competing for external funding, mentoring doctoral students, and participating in our educational programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  We welcome applications from candidates whose research addresses cross-disciplinary areas that build upon our existing strengths in climate science (including radiative transfer, atmospheric dynamics/chemistry and cryospheric processes), composition, structure, chemistry, and the origin and evolution of planetary atmospheres, planetary surface-atmosphere coupling, and the development of space instrumentation and missions. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong motivation for building bridges between planetary science, including exoplanets, and the climate and space science research programs in our department.  

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, a statement describing any activities, contributions, or plans related to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a list of four references with contact details. For full consideration, applications compiled into a single PDF should be received before November 15th, 2019. Applications should be addressed to [email protected]. Questions about the position or application process can be directed to the search committee chair Jeremy Bassis ([email protected]).

University of Michigan is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. CLASP and the College of Engineering are especially interested in exceptionally well qualified candidates who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. The University is also responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. The University is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action Employer.

Michigan Engineering’s vision is to be the world’s preeminent college of engineering serving the common good. This global outlook, leadership focus, and service commitment permeate our culture. Our vision is supported by a mission and values that, together, provide the framework for all that we do.  Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The Michigan Engineering component of the University’s comprehensive, five-year, DEI strategic plan—with updates on our programs and resources dedicated to ensuring a welcoming, fair, and inclusive environment—can be found at: http://www.engin.umich.edu/college/about/diversity.

Carnegie Venture Postdoctoral Researcher in Super-Earth Interiors

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Terrestrial Magnetism & Geophysical Lab
City: Washington
State/Province: District of Columbia
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Country: United States
Contact Person: Peter Driscoll
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Carnegie Institution for Science
Application Due Date: Sunday, December 01 2019
Web Link: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dtm/

Job Summary
A postdoctoral position is available at the Carnegie Institution for Science in Washington, DC. The position is funded by a Carnegie Venture Grant to study the internal structure and dynamics of super- Earth exoplanets in collaboration with Staff Scientists Peter Driscoll and Sally June Tracy. This is an interdisciplinary project where the postdoc will combine dynamic compression experiments on carbon- bearing materials in collaboration with Dr. Tracy with theoretical modeling performed in collaboration with Dr. Driscoll to better understand the physical properties and evolution of exoplanets.

The position requires a highly motivated applicant with an interest in high pressure and temperature physics and chemistry, planetary internal dynamics and evolution, and applications to exoplanets. The candidate should have a background in either high-pressure experiments or the dynamics of deep interiors. The postdoc will be free to pursue their own research interests in addition to this project.

The position will be for 2 years and

Qualifications
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a related field by the time of appointment and a promising record of research and publication. Research experience in either high pressure experiments or the dynamics of deep interiors is preferred.

To Apply
A curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest, and contact information for three references should be submitted through the Apply Now link below by December 1, 2019. Apply online at: jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dtm/. Address any questions about the position to Peter Driscoll ([email protected]) or Sally June Tracy ([email protected]).

Additional Information
Scientific computing resources available to the campus include the Carnegie Memex cluster (2500+ cores) in addition to local computing resources. There are extensive facilities and equipment to support high-pressure experimental research including multi-anvil apparatus, piston-cylinder devices, and diamond-anvil cells for ultra-high-pressure and temperature experiments. Chemical and sample characterization facilities on campus include a field-emission electron microprobe, a thermal field- emission Scanning Electron Microscope and a focused ion beam/scanning electron microscope system. Analytical equipment includes micro-Raman spectroscopic systems, and a Rigaku X-ray microdiffractometer with imaging plate for sample identification.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

Post-Doctoral Research Assistant at the Florida Space Institute/University of Central Florida in Small-Body Planetary Sciences

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Department: Florida Space Institute
City: Orlando
State/Province: Florida
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Julie Brisset
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Central Florida
Application Due Date: Thursday, October 31 2019
Web Link: https://jobs.ucf.edu/cw/en-us/job/498004

Job Description:

The Florida Space Institute (FSI) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a postdoctoral associate position to carry out research on the physical processes on the surface of small bodies such as asteroids. The successful candidate will be expected to investigate material and mechanical properties of asteroid simulants under relevant conditions. Research will be performed with various instrumentation at the Florida Space Institute and supplemental hardware may be developed to carry out experiments. Additionally, the successful candidate will perform numerical simulations of the behavior of granular material by adapting existing Discrete Element Model code, under guidance from our collaborator at the University of Colorado Boulder. Supervision of undergraduate research assistants and publishing research results in peer-reviewed journals is expected.

The position is expected to have a start date before November 2019 and is renewable annually for up to three years.

FSI is associated with the Center for Lunar and Asteroid Surface Science (CLASS) and the Arecibo Observatory, providing exciting opportunities for collaboration and networking. The University of Central Florida is a thriving preeminent research university located in metropolitan Orlando. With more than 66,000 students, UCF is one of the largest universities in the U.S. The university benefits from a diverse faculty and staff who create a welcoming environment and opportunities for all students to grow, learn and succeed. We encourage you to learn more about UCF at https://www.ucf.edu/.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. from an accredited institution in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, planetary sciences, or a related field is required.

Preferences:

Experience in the following is of interest:

  • Hands-on experience in hardware design, manufacturing, and operation;

  • Laboratory work with cryogenic samples;

  • Mentoring of undergraduate students;

  • One or more of the following coding languages: IDL, Python, C, C++, Fortran.

EEO Employer:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources website, at https://jobs.ucf.edu/cw/en-us/job/498004. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a curriculum vitae and a brief description of prior research experience.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to the online application, candidates must also submit:

  1. Full curriculum vitae;

  2. Cover letter describing their related experience;

  3. Statement of research interests;

  4. Names, addresses and emails of three people willing to write letters of recommendation

Questions may be directed to:

Dr. Julie Brisset, Associate Researcher

Florida Space Institute

[email protected]

3 POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN MARS SCIENCE

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Department: Planetology and Habitability
City: Madrid
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Country: Spain
Contact Person: Alberto Fairén
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Centro de Astrobiología
Application Due Date: Friday, March 15 2019

3 POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN MARS SCIENCE

The Department of Planetology and Habitability at the Centro de Astrobiología (CAB) invites applications for three postdoctoral positions to support investigations on the nature of the early Mars environments. We are seeking enthusiastic and excellent candidates to join a planetary science team funded by the European Research Council (ERC), working with Dr. Alberto Fairén in the Project “MarsFirstWater” (ERC Consolidator Grant) broadening the efforts of the Project “icyMARS” (ERC Starting Grant).

Applicants should have a recent Ph.D. in the field of Planetary Science or related discipline, and a background in Mars research. Expertise in Geomorphology/Sedimentology, Geochemistry, and Microbiology, respectively for each of the positions, is required.

The 3 positions, placed in Madrid, would be for two years, with possible extension to a third year contingent upon satisfactory performance. Benefits include working in a young enthusiastic team at one of the leading Planetary Sciences institutions in Europe, full social benefits according to the Spanish social care system, and a very competitive salary.

Applicants should send a letter of interest, a curriculum with a list of publications, a brief (maximum two pages) statement of research interests, and a list of three references, no later than March 15 2019, to Alberto Fairén ([email protected]).

The starting date is negotiable, but should be no later than Sep 1, 2019. 

 

Research Space Scientist in Planetary Studies

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Current state: Approved
Department: Science & Exploration Directorate, Solar System Exploration Division, Planetary Environments Laboratory
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Dr. William Brinckerhoff
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Application Due Date: Monday, November 26 2018
Web Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/513617000

The Science & Exploration Directorate, Solar System Exploration Division, Planetary Environments Laboratory (Code 699) is seeking a scientist to conduct research on the habitability and exobiology of planetary environments in support of long-term science goals related to the existence and distribution of life on Ocean Worlds.

Salary range: $114,590 to $148,967 annually. 

For more information or to apply visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/513617000 before 11/26/18.