Category: Modelling

Postdoctoral researcher in Planetary Sciences

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Current state: Approved
Department: Applied Physics I
City: Bilbao
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Country: Spain
Contact Person: Agustin Sánchez Lavega
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU
Application Due Date: Monday, July 15 2013
Web Link: http://www.ajax.ehu.es/

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), working with Prof A. Sánchez Lavega on Planetary Atmospheres. The successful candidate will join the Planetary Science Group at the Applied Physics Department in the Faculty of Engineering of the UPV/EHU, located in central Bilbao. The Planetary Science Group (http://www.ajax.ehu.es/) is a consolidated research group of the highest rank within the Basque Government Research System, and it is presently involved in several international space missions and proposals. Candidates with proven expertise in one of the following areas will be considered: – Dynamical modeling of planetary atmospheres (numerical methods) – Radiative transfer in planetary atmospheres (optical and infrared). Successful candidates must have a PhD in astrophysics, geophysics (planets) or a related discipline. They must be able to work independently, have a high degree of computer literacy and a proven ability to reduce scientific data. Proficiency in high level programming is essential and experience with parallelization desirable. The post is funded by the Directorate for Science Policy of the Basque Government. The initial appointment is for one year, but it is renewable until December 2015. Gross salary is of approximately 32000 € per year. The position will be open until we find a suitable candidate. Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be addressed to Dr. T. del Río Gaztelurrutia ([email protected]) and Prof. A. Sánchez Lavega ([email protected]) including a curriculum vitae and a statement of research experience and interests. Applicants should arrange for two academic references to be sent to [email protected] and [email protected].

Postdoctoral position on Venus science at Paris Observatory

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Current state: Approved
Department: LESIA - Laboratoire d'Etudes Spatiales et d'Instrumentation en Astrophysiue
City: Meudon
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Country: France
Contact Person: Dr Thomas Widemann
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Observatoire de Paris / Paris Observatory
Application Due Date: Wednesday, July 24 2013

The position is available on Oct. 1, 2013 for a duration of two years, to work on millimeter-observations of Venus’ atmosphere obtained with the ALMA interferometer.

The successful candidate will lead high profile research based on exploitation of ESO/Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) observations of Venus’ upper atmosphere chemistry and dynamics. His/her main work will be in the analysis, modeling and interpretation of the upper atmosphere structure, variability of trace species (CO, HDO, SO, SO2), wind measurements and their spatial and temporal variability at different vertical levels. The work will be carried out in Laboratoire d’Etudes Spatiales et d’Instrumentation en Astrophysique (LESIA), a department of Paris Observatory in Meudon in collaboration with Drs T. Encrenaz, R. Moreno, E. Lellouch.

Candidates should have a PhD in atmospheric science, with strong background in radiative transfer modeling of planetary atmosphere in the millimeter/submillimeter range. Experience in data-reduction with radio-interferometer is highly desirable. Also essential are experience with scientific computing environments, and a reasonable number of high quality publications commensurate with stage of career.

Interested candidates should send a curriculum vitae, publication list and statement of research interests in electronic form (pdf) to [email protected]. Letters of reference can be sent separately or jointly with the application.

The position is funded by European Union in the framework of FP7-SPACE EuroVenus consortium. Women and young parents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Review of applications will begin July 24, 2013, and the position will remain open until filled. The net income is Eur. 2,370 per month. Eur. 2,500 per year is provided for professional travel.

Further information about the position can be obtained from Dr. Thomas Widemann ([email protected]).

Permanent Job Research Scientist at NASA Goddard

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Current state: Approved
Department: Solar System Exploration Division
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: Maryland
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Keith Noll
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA Goddard
Application Due Date: Friday, June 28 2013
Web Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/344238800

NASA, Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland. Permanent position. The Science and Exploration Directorate, Solar System Exploration Division (SSED), Planetary Systems Laboratory, is seeking a research scientist to provide expertise in spectroscopic study of small solar system bodies and planetary atmospheres. Studies include: 1) High resolution infrared spectroscopic characterization of comets, asteroids, and planetary atmospheres. 2) Development of LTE/non-LTE radiative transfer models capable of interpreting high resolution infrared spectra of small bodies, planets and exoplanets 3) Development of quantum-mechanical models of polyatomic molecules of astrobiological interest. 4) utilization of 3-D general circulation models of planetary atmospheres to understand transport of trace species detectable with high resolution infrared spectroscopy. Candidates must have research experience in planetary atmospheric science and surface composition; infrared spectroscopic observation, analysis, and data reduction; and radiative transfer and atmospheric modeling. U.S. citizenship required. To view the full vacancy announcement go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/344238800 Applications must be received by June 28, 2013. For information about the research program and the Planetary Systems Lab, contact Keith Noll, Chief, Lab Chief, at 301-614-5968, or by e-mail at [email protected]. NASA, GSFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Planetary Science

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Current state: Approved
Department: Earth and Planetary Sciences Department
City: Knoxville
State/Province: Tennessee
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Professor Joshua Emery
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Tennessee
Application Due Date: Monday, September 23 2013
Web Link: http://www.utk.edu/

The Earth and Planetary Sciences Department at the University of Tennessee invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in planetary remote sensing. Research will focus on thermal modeling of asteroid regoliths in support of the NASA-funded OSIRIS-REx sample return mission. Specific tasks will include assisting in the development and testing of an asteroid thermal emission model to be used by the mission as well as analysis of existing thermal data of analog asteroids. Experience with numerical modeling is required. Candidates must have a PhD in the physical sciences (planetary science, geology, astronomy, physics, or related fields).

The initial appointment is for one year, but the appointment is renewable for an additional year. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2013, and the position will remain open until filled. The expected start date is October 1, 2013.

Applicants should submit (electronic submission is preferred) resume, statement of research experience and interests, and letters of recommendation from three references to Prof. Joshua Emery ([email protected]), Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996. UTK is a EEO/AA/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer.