Category: Mars

Postdoc – Mars Science Laboratory rover mission

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Department: Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences
City: West Lafayette
State/Province: IN
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Briony Horgan
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Purdue University
Application Due Date: Friday, May 06 2016

The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Mars geochemistry and mineralogy. The successful candidate will join Prof. Briony Horgan and the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) rover science team starting in August/September 2016.

Duties will include laboratory analyses of terrestrial analog samples, processing and analysis of MSL data, participation in MSL operations and team activities, and processing and analysis of Mars orbital datasets.

Eligibility: All applicants must have a PhD in the field of geology or planetary science. U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident status is also required per federal regulations.  Expertise in geochemistry, mineralogy, or spectroscopy is preferred.

A background check is required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.  All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

For further information, please send your CV to Briony Horgan, [email protected], by May 6, 2016.

Two Faculty Positions in Astrophysics at Instituto de Astrofisica de Atacama, Copiapo (Chile)

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Current state: Review
Department: Instituto de Astrofisica de Atacama
City: Copiapo
State/Province: Atacama
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Country: Chile
Contact Person: Mauro Barbieri
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Universidad de Atacama
Application Due Date: Friday, March 18 2016
Web Link: http://eas.unige.ch/jobs.jsp?id=671

The Instituto de Astrofisica de Atacama (IAA) at the Universidad De Atacama (UDA) in Copiapo (Chile) invites applications for two faculty positions to join the IAA team.
The successful candidates will join a group of five faculty working on a broad range of research topics and will have access to the Chilean Time in a broad array of facilities, including ALMA, VLT, Gemini, Magellan, LSST, GMT and the E-ELT. 

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience in one or more of these fields: 

-Origin, structure and evolution of planets, satellites, and minor bodies in the Solar System; 
-Extrasolar Planets; 
-Formation, structure and evolution of stars; 
-Milky Way: stellar populations, star clusters, variable stars, galactic structure; 
-Terrestrial Mars analogs; 
-Astrobiology. 

The positions carry teaching duties in astronomy at the undergraduate level, with a load of 6h per week. The working language is English. While knowledge of Spanish is not required (teaching can be done in English), the successful candidates are expected to teach in Spanish within two years. 
The appointment at UDA will be for three years, with a first probation year, and the position is further extendable subject to performance. 

Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy or physics or related sciences completed at least 3 years prior to the starting day of the contract. 

To receive full consideration, applications must be sent by Friday 18 of March 2016, although the positions will remain open until filled. Start date is expected to be October 2016. 

Applications must be submitted by e-mail to Mauro Barbieri (mauro.barbieri @ uda.cl), and they should include: 
1) Cover letter, 
2) Curriculum Vitae, 
3) List of publications, 
4) Statement of recent research achievements (max. 2 pages), 
5) An outline of future research (min. 2 pages, max. 10 pages), 
6) The contact details of three referees (one needs to be the last employer, the others needs to be aware of the recent work of the candidate). 

Questions may be addressed to the previous e-mail address. 

Relevant links: 

Universidad de Atacama 
http://www.uda.cl 

Instituto de Astrofisica de Atacama 
https://sites.google.com/site/grupoastrouda 

Convocatoria Programa de Insercion de Investigadores en la UDA 
http://www.vrip.uda.cl/frontend/noticia_completa/104

Post-Doctoral Research Associate

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Department: Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
City: Boulder
State/Province: CO
Category: , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Brian Hynek
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: The University of Colorado
Application Due Date: Thursday, December 31 2015
Web Link: http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/108117

The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado is seeking a minimum one-year Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of planetary science.  A strong candidate will have experience with several of the following areas:  planetary (Mars/Mercury/Moon) data processing and analysis, geologic mapping, research on fluvial/lacustrine processes on Mars, planetary volcanism, martian geochemistry/mineralogy/spectroscopy, field-based planetary analog studies, and/or hydrothermal systems.           

Requirements

• PhD related to planetary science with detailed knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines: planetary geology, interpretation of spacecraft data, and Mars science

• Experience analyzing and processing spacecraft data

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems

• Ability to conduct original research, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and give presentations of research at science conferences

• Preference for knowledge of and experience with: USGS ISIS software, ArcGIS, IDL/ENVI.

 

Please submit your resume/vitae, list of three references, and a cover letter describing your research background and interest in this position to:

http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/108117

 

Please contact Brian Hynek ([email protected]) with any inquiries.

PhD Positions in Solar System Science in Göttingen, Germany / Deadline 15 November 2015

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Department: International Max Planck Research School for Solar System Science at the University of Göttingen
City: Göttingen
State/Province: Lower Saxony
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Country: Germany
Contact Person: Sonja Schuh
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research
Application Due Date: Sunday, November 15 2015
Web Link: https://www.mps.mpg.de/phd/applynow

The International Max Planck Research School for Solar System Science at the University of Göttingen in Germany (Solar System School) offers a research-oriented doctoral program covering the physics of Solar system science. It is jointly run by the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) and the University of Göttingen. Read more at http://www.solar-system-school.de/

The science covered by the department Planets and Comets (one of three departments at the MPS) includes a wide spectrum of planetary research. We study the structure and composition of planets in our solar system as well as dynamic processes. The research includes the deep interior, surfaces, atmospheres and the plasma environment (thin hot charged particles in the environment) of the planets. The main focus lies in the research of the terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars) and the gas giants (Jupiter and Saturn) as well as small bodies including comets and asteroids. We study similarities and differences among the various objects and compare them with each other to better understand the evolution of our solar system.

Solar System School students collaborate with leading scientists in these fields and graduates are awarded a doctoral degree from the renowned University of Göttingen.

The Solar System School is open to students from all countries and offers an international three-year PhD program in an exceptional research environment with state-of-the-art facilities on the Göttingen Campus. Solar System Science is a key research area on Göttingen Campus, performed jointly with the nearby Institute of Astrophysics and the Institute of Geophysics of the Faculty of Physics, the Faculties of Chemistry, Mathematics, Geosciences, and the German Aerospace Center.

Applicants to the Solar System School should have a keen interest in Solar system science and a record of academic excellence. They must have, or must be about to obtain, an M.Sc. degree or equivalent in physics or a related field, including a written Masters thesis (or a scientific publication), and must document a good command of the English language.

Online applications should be submitted before the deadline of 15 November 2015 via https://www.mps.mpg.de/phd/applynow

Research Associate at LASP to Analyze Data from the Langmuir Probe and Waves Instrument on MAVEN

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Current state: Approved
Department: Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
City: Boulder
State/Province: Colorado
Category: , ,
Country: USA
Institution: University of Colorado
Application Due Date: Tuesday, September 01 2015
Web Link: https://www.jobsatcu.com/hr/postings/101636/preview

The Space Physics and Planetary group at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP),
University of Colorado is involved in several space flight missions. We have a level 1 (post- doc)
position available, analyzing data from the MAVEN mission. The focus of the level 1 position is on
Mars ionosphere analysis using data from the Langmuir Probe and Waves (LPW) instrument with
support of data from all other instruments on the MAVEN spacecraft.

Candidates with planetary ionosphere data analysis experience are encouraged to apply. We will also
consider candidates with instrument hardware experience. Examples of the primary work tasks include:
instrument operation, data production, and software development.

The successful candidate will be working closely with Dr. Andersson and Prof. Ergun.

The position will initially be a one year contract with a possible extension.
Salary will be commensurate with hiring level, experience and qualifications.

Evaluations will begin immediately and we will continue to accept applications but no longer
than September 1st 2015.

Questions can be sent to [email protected]. Please submit your application electronically to:
https://www.jobsatcu.com/hr/postings/101636/preview

Research Associate

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Department: Center for Radiophysics and Space Research
City: Ithaca
State/Province: NY
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Lynda Sovocool
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Cornell University
Application Due Date: Thursday, April 30 2015
Web Link: https://cornellu.taleo.net/careersection/10161/jobdetail.ftl

The Center for Radiophysics and Space Research at Cornell University announces the availability of a Research Associate position, posting #27416,  in the field of planetary surface exploration, to work on the Mars Science Laboratory and Mars Exploration Rover missions. Qualifications include a PhD in astronomy; a record of research and publication regarding martian geochemistry and mineralogy, and strong interest in Mars rover science operations. Applications are being accepted until April 30, 2015 with an approximate start date of August 1, 2015. The position is for one year, with continuation for two more years contingent upon funding and performance. Applicants should submit a CV (including a list of publications) and a brief (1-3 pages) description of research interests, and a research proposal (1-3 pages) all in a single pdf file, to Ms. Lynda Sovocool at [email protected]. They should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the same email address (Please note the applicant’s name in the subject heading).

 

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university’s mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell’s far-flung global presence includes the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

 

* Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We’re an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Included Benefits:  Benefit information can be reviewed at: https://www.hr.cornell.edu/benefits/

 

Postdoctoral Research Scientist: Planetary Climate Modeling

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Department: Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics
City: New York
State/Province: NY
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Anthony Del Genio
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Columbia University
Application Due Date: Wednesday, April 01 2015
Web Link: https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=60391

POSTDOCTORAL SCIENTIST: PLANETARY CLIMATE MODELING

Columbia University: 2-year Postdoctoral Research Scientist appointment to model radiative processes and their effect on planetary climates in a general circulation model.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team from the Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS), GSFC, Columbia University, and other institutions. Team research addresses the habitability of past Solar System climates and exoplanet climates and informs the design of future exoplanet missions. The candidate will be expected to perform original research, present results at scientific meetings, and publish first-author peer-reviewed papers. The candidate will be resident at NASA GISS in New York City.

Requirements:  PhD. in atmospheric science, planetary science, astrobiology, astronomy, physics, or a similar field. Expertise in radiative transfer and willingness to become involved in radiation parameterization development are required, but the broad scope allows for many possible research directions using the model. Strong mathematics and programming skills are also required. Strong candidates will be interested in interdisciplinary questions and interacting with scientists from diverse fields. For further information visit http://www.giss.nasa.gov/projects/astrobio/ or contact Anthony DelGenio ([email protected]).

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For application requirements and instructions visit

https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=60391

Early Mars Postdoc at University of Chicago

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Current state: Approved
Department: Geophysical Sciences
City: Chicago
State/Province: Illinois
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Edwin Kite
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Chicago
Application Due Date: Saturday, December 20 2014
Web Link: http://geosci.uchicago.edu/~kite/proposals/

Department of the Geophysical Sciences at The University of Chicago
seeks to hire a postdoctoral researcher to support investigations of
the early climate of Mars through analysis of Mars topography and
forward modeling of topographic change. The successful candidate will
work with Assistant Professor Edwin Kite to assemble, analyze, and
model crater-modification and crater-infilling datasets. Candidates
should have a background in Planetary Science, Earth Science, or
Astrophysics, and have experience working with large datasets.
Experience with Mars is helpful but is not required. Start date is
flexible. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to
develop a program of independent research aligned with the objectives
of the group as exemplified by the projects listed at:
 
http://geosci.uchicago.edu/~kite/proposals/
 
as well as to mentor undergraduate students.
 
The University of Chicago hosts a vibrant planets and exoplanets
research program, with particular emphasis on potentially habitable
planets:
 
http://geosci.uchicago.edu/planetary-science-planetary-atmospheres-and-e…
 
Application materials should be received by December 20 for full
consideration. Applicants should send a CV, a brief description of
research interests and experience, and the names of three referees as
a single PDF file to [email protected]. Please direct informal
inquiries about this post to Edwin Kite ([email protected]).

MARS POSTDOC AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO

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Current state: Approved
Department: Department of Geophysical Sciences
City: Chicago
State/Province: IL
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Edwin Kite
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Chicago
Application Due Date: Saturday, December 20 2014
Web Link: http://geosci.uchicago.edu/~kite

The Department of the Geophysical Sciences at The University of Chicago seeks to hire a postdoctoral researcher to support investigations of the early climate of Mars through analysis of Mars topography and forward modeling of topographic change. The successful candidate will work with Assistant Professor Edwin Kite to assemble, analyze, and model crater-modification and crater-infilling datasets. Candidates should have a background in Planetary Science, Earth Science, or Astrophysics, and have experience working with large datasets. Experience with Mars is helpful but is not required. Start date is flexible. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to develop a program of independent research aligned with the objectives of the group (as exemplified by the projects listed at http://geosci.uchicago.edu/~kite/proposals/), as well as to mentor undergraduate students. The University of Chicago hosts a vibrant planets and exoplanets research program, with particular emphasis on potentially habitable planets: http://geosci.uchicago.edu/planetary-science-planetary-atmospheres-and-e… Application materials should be received by December 20 for full consideration. Applicants should send a CV, a brief description of research interests and experience, and the names of three referees as a single PDF file to [email protected]. Please direct informal inquiries about this post to Edwin Kite ([email protected]).

MAVEN Postdoctoral Researcher in Mars Magnetic Fields

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Department: Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory (GSFC); Dept. of Astronomy (UMD)
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Tracy Huard
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA-GSFC/CRESST/University of Maryland
Application Due Date: Monday, September 01 2014
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/#MAVEN

Applications are now being accepted for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, funded through the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) and the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology (CRESST), to work in the Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) investigating Mars magnetic fields using data from the MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN) mission.

The MAVEN spacecraft arrives at Mars in September 2014. MAVEN will study the upper atmosphere and ionosphere, atmospheric interaction with the Sun and solar wind, and the loss of atmosphere to space. Collaborating onsite at GSFC with scientists in the Solar System Exploration Division, the candidate will work directly with the Magnetometer Investigation, participating in data analysis and scientific studies, leading to publication of results in scientific journals.

The MAVEN primary mission will last one Earth year from the start of the science mapping phase in November, with an expectation that there may be an extended mission.  The appointment will be initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal in subsequent years.  Applicants may be at first year post-doc level or may be more senior.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with experience conducting scientific research related to the Maven science objectives or the types of instruments included in the MAVEN science payload. Disciplined IDL and Fortran programming skills, demonstrated scientific writing ability, and experience in acquisition and analysis of data (especially magnetometer data) from space flight instruments are highly desirable.

Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Each applicant should send a Curriculum Vita, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to:

MAVEN
CRESST/UMCP
Mail Code 660.8, NASA/GSFC
Greenbelt, MD 20771, or
Via e-mail to [email protected]

Information regarding the MAVEN mission is found at http://lasp.colorado.edu/maven and www.nasa.gov/maven. Information on the Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory is found at http://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/solarsystem/magnetospheres. For information on CRESST and the University of Maryland’s Department of Astronomy, please contact Tracy Huard ([email protected]). The position is available immediately.

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer. All applications received by September 1, 2014 will receive full consideration.