Category: Modelling

Magnetometry Scientist

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Department: Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory, Solar System Exploration Division
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Michael Purucker
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Application Due Date: Sunday, February 04 2018

MAGNETOMETRY SCIENTIST POSITION OPEN:  The Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory of the Solar System Exploration Division (SSED) at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) located in Greenbelt, Maryland has a position open for a Magnetometry Scientist, at either the Junior or mid-career levels. The Solar System Exploration Division conducts theoretical and experimental research to explore the solar system and understand the formation and evolution of planetary systems. For more information about the duties of this position and requirements or to apply please see:
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/487865100  (GS-13 position)

and

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/487885200 (GS-15 position)

We will be hiring a single individual, at either a junior or mid-career level, to fill this position. More Information about the SSED can be found at http://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/solarsystem  Specific questions about the SSED and this position can be directed to [email protected]

USRA/LPI Postdoctoral Fellow in Planetary Surface Processes

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Department: Lunar and Planetary Institute
City: Houston
State/Province: TX
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Dr. Edgard G. Rivera-Valentín
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Universities Space Research Association
Application Due Date: Wednesday, March 21 2018
Web Link: https://usra-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=698&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992390&company_id=16640&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=1&byRegion=US_US-TX&bylocation=NULL&keywords=&byCat=&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=

USRA/LPI Postdoctoral Fellow in Planetary Surface Processes

The Universities Space Research Association’s Lunar and Planetary Institute invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow in modeling of planetary surface processes.

The successful candidate will join Dr. Edgard Rivera-Valentín in several projects related to simulating planetary surface process on Mars and the icy moons of Saturn. Projects are interdisciplinary in nature and involve numerical simulations of planetary surface processes and responsibilities in spacecraft data analysis and data management. Applicants should have a recent Ph.D. in planetary science, astronomy, physics, geosciences or a related field. Experience in numerical modeling and proficiency in programming languages is required; experience with MATLAB and IDL is desirable. Candidates with demonstrated experience in a wide array of subfields in planetary science are encouraged to apply. Candidates from underrepresented groups in STEM and those with a demonstrated history of efforts to improve diversity and inclusion in STEM are particularly encouraged.

Interested applicants should apply to the posting at https://usracareers.silkroad.com/ and must submit a cover letter, CV with list of publications, a statement of research interests and plans, and a list of at least three professional references. Review of candidates will begin on March 21, 2018.

ASU Exploration Fellowship in Earth and Space Science

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Department: School of Earth and Space Exploration
City: Tempe
State/Province: AZ
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Exploration Fellowship Committee
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Arizona State University
Application Due Date: Wednesday, November 15 2017
Web Link: http://sese.asu.edu/exploration-fellowship

The School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will serve as an Exploration Fellow. The mission of the postdoctoral fellowship is to foster SESE’s interdisciplinary research program by attracting and supporting outstanding early-career scientists and engineers to pursue independent research in collaboration with faculty. Research areas within the School encompass Earth and planetary science, astrophysics, astrobiology, cosmology, instrumentation and systems engineering, and science education. Anticipated start date for the position is July 2018. Incoming Fellows will receive an annual stipend of $63,000 with health benefits, plus $9,000 per year in discretionary research funds. A relocation allowance will be provided. 

Interested candidates should contact two current faculty members in SESE to discuss potential collaborative research topics and determine whether they would agree to serve as an Exploration Fellow mentor. When a topic of mutual interest between the applicant and potential faculty mentors is identified, the applicant should submit a research proposal that includes: (1) a cover letter identifying the proposed research topic and the names of the two faculty mentors, (2) a current CV, (3) a research proposal not longer than five pages including figures and references, and (4) one paper that exemplifies the applicant’s research.  Preference will be given to proposals that include interdisciplinary research spanning multiple research areas within SESE.  Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted separately.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field by the time of appointment, but received no earlier than 2013. Applicants who received their Ph.D. prior to 2013 will not be considered.

Desired Qualifications: (1) research proposal that demonstrates relevance, interdisciplinary merit, and potential impact of the proposed research on important questions in the field and to the mission of SESE, (2) a record of prior achievement and experience that shows the applicant’s potential to accomplish the proposed research objectives, and (3) evidence of strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Application materials and any questions should be submitted by email to [email protected], addressed to the Exploration Fellowship Committee. Applications will only be considered complete when all materials described above are received. Review of complete applications will begin on November 15, 2017.  If not filled, application review will continue until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment.

More information can be found at: http://sese.asu.edu/exploration-fellowship

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html

https://www.asu.edu/titleIX

POSTDOC IN PLANETARY GEOPHYSICS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA LPL

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Department: Lunar and Planetary Laboratory
City: Tucson
State/Province: AZ
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Jeff Andrews-Hanna
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Arizona
Application Due Date: Wednesday, November 01 2017
Web Link: https://uacareers.com/

The Department of Planetary Sciences/Lunar and Planetary Laboratory of the University of Arizona has an opening for Postdoctoral Research Associate I in the areas of planetary geophysics and geology.  The successful applicant will carry out research on a project selected to match the applicant.  Possible research topics include martian volcanology, martian hydrology, and analysis of lunar gravity data.  Research will include quantitative and qualitative analyses of spacecraft data and/or numerical modeling.  The applicant will be expected to carry out independent research, give presentations at professional meetings, and prepare publications on the work. Interested individuals must have a Ph.D. in Planetary Science, Geology, Physics/Astronomy or a related field. For full position details and to apply online, see www.uacareers.com and reference job #P20406. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA employer – M/W/D/V.

Postdoctoral Positions in Planetary Physics

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Department: Earth and Planetary Sciences
City: Baltimore
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Sabine Stanley
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Johns Hopkins University
Application Due Date: Monday, February 15 2016
Web Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/39656

Applications are invited for multiple postdoctoral positions working on research topics related to planetary physics (solar system or extrasolar) in Prof. Sabine Stanley’s group in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (http://eps.jhu.edu) at Johns Hopkins University.  Areas of interest include theoretical, observational or computational studies in planetary magnetic fields, planetary interior structure and evolution, dynamo theory, or other topics where a strong collaboration with Prof. Stanley’s group is beneficial.  In addition to members of the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, there are also opportunities for interactions with planetary scientists at the Applied Physics Laboratory (http://civspace.jhuapl.edu) and the Space Science Telescope Institute (http://www.stsci.edu/portal).  One position will involve spending the majority of time at the Applied Physics Lab.

Applicants should send a short research statement (up to three pages) describing their previous research work and proposed research plans, along with a C.V. and  publication list directly through the following link:

https://apply.interfolio.com/39656

Applicants should also arrange for three reference letters to be submitted directly by letter writers to [email protected].  The deadline for applications is February 15th, 2017. Any questions about the position can be sent to Prof. Stanley via email at [email protected].

Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.

 

 

 

 

Postdoctoral Researcher in Planetary Science

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Department: Space Sector
City: Laurel
State/Province: Maryland
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Stacy Murphy
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Application Due Date: Friday, September 15 2017
Web Link: https://jhuapl.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=12841

Introduction: The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking a Post-doctoral Researcher to undertake interdisciplinary planetary science research as part of the Space Exploration Sector’s Planetary Exploration Group. Job Summary: The successful candidate will engage in research on the thermal and physical properties of the lunar regolith and polar regions. Working with scientists on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission, the candidate will analyze data from the Diviner and Mini-RF instruments. These data will be compared to other relevant data sets. A model will be developed to interpret the results with respect to the distribution and stability of volatiles in the lunar polar regions. A candidate who has experience in both remote sensing data analysis and computational modeling is especially desired. Duties (Listed in order of importance with the estimated amount of time spent at each task): Supporting the Diviner and Mini-RF science investigations, including participating in team meetings, conducting research, publishing results, and presenting the results at one or more professional conference yearly. (75%) Developing a thermal model of volatile stability in lunar regolith, including conducting research, publishing the results, and presenting the results at least one professional conference yearly. (25%) Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time. Required Qualifications: • Doctorate in geology, planetary science, or applicable science or engineering field • A strong record of successful publication of research results • Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively on two or more projects Desired Qualifications: • Familiarity with Mini-RF or Diviner data sets • Publication record indicating expertise in remote sensing, computational modeling, or interaction of volatiles with surfaces Special Working Conditions (travel, working in closed areas, extended hours): Occasional travel to professional conferences. Security: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. Equal Employment Opportunity: Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Acts of 1972, as well as other applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

PhD Positions in Solar System Science in Göttingen, Germany / Deadline 15 November 2016

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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: Dr. Sonja Schuh
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research
Application Due Date: Tuesday, November 15 2016
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.

A list of open PhD projects in planetary sciences and cometary science is available at https://www.mps.mpg.de/phd/open-projects

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 2016 via https://www.mps.mpg.de/phd/applynow

POSTDOCTORAL SCIENTIST: PLANETARY ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY MODELING

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Department: Dpet. of 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/NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies
Application Due Date: Sunday, October 09 2016
Web Link: https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=63245

Columbia University: 2-year Postdoctoral Research Scientist appointment to model planetary atmospheric chemistry and aerosol processes in a general circulation model.

The successful candidate will join a team from the Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS), GSFC, Columbia University, and other institutions as part of the Nexus for Exoplanet System Science (https://nexss.info). Team research addresses the habitability of past Solar System and exoplanet climates and informs exoplanet mission design. 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, chemistry, planetary science, astrobiology, or a similar field. Expertise in atmospheric chemistry and willingness to become involved in chemistry-aerosol parameterization development are required, but the broad scope of the project allows for many possible research directions and collaborations in studying atmospheric composition impacts on a variety of climates using the model. Strong mathematics and programming skills are also required. For further information 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

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

Associate Professor in Physical Climate Science

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Department: Department of Physics, in association with Somerville College
City: Oxford
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Country: United Kingdom
Contact Person: Raymond Pierrehumbert
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Oxford
Application Due Date: Wednesday, September 28 2016
Web Link: https://www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/academic/index/ac21844j/

        The Department of Physics seeks to appoint an Associate Professor in
        Physical Climate Science. The successful candidate will also be
        offered a tutorial Fellowship at Somerville College, under
        arrangements described in the further particulars.This appointment
        is part of a University-wide initiative in Earth and Planetary
        Climate. We seek to appoint a candidate who can build a research
        program on atmospheric processes related to the University?s
        expanding programs related to exoplanets, Solar System planets and
        deep-time Earth paleoclimate. Applications are solicited from
        candidates with track records of innovative research in any
        pertinent area of atmospheric physics, including (but not limited
        to) planetary fluid dynamics, atmospheric modeling, radiative
        transfer, cloud processes or atmospheric chemistry. 
        
        The University of Oxford is an equal-opportunity employer

Two postdoc positions in modeling and observation of exoplanet atmospheres

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Department: Bordeaux Laboratory for Astrophysics
City: Bordeaux
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Country: FRANCE
Contact Person: Jeremy Leconte
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Bordeaux
Application Due Date: Friday, September 16 2016
Web Link: http://www.obs.u-bordeaux1.fr/eclipse/earth-moon-composition/?lang=en

Two postdoctoral appointments are offered for research associated with exoplanet atmospheric studies to start in the Fall of 2016. The candidates will join the team funded by
the ERC Starting Grant project “WHIPLASH” led by Dr. Jeremy Leconte at the Bordeaux Laboratory for Astrophysics (LAB, France). The initial appointments will each be for two
years, with a possible extension for up to four years total. 

The successful candidates will work closely with Dr. Leconte and also with members of the exoplanet team at LAB, such as F. Selsis, P. Bord?, S. Raymond, etc. The main goal of the project is to link 3D numerical modeling of exoplanetary
atmospheres to current and upcoming observations of exoplanet characterization. We are looking for 
1) An expert in exo-atmosphere observations analysis and modeling, with the ability to propose new observations and lead observational programs. 
2) An expert in numerical modeling of exoplanet atmospheres. In particular, expertise in cloud formation and radiative effects, radiative modeling of hot atmospheres, and/or
3D atmosphere models is strongly recommended. 

The successful candidates will be hosted by the LAB, newly relocated on the campus of the University of Bordeaux, in the beautiful city of Bordeaux, in southern France. The
institute provides a dynamic and diverse environment for professional development, and a stimulating work environment.
The postdocs will also each receive a 4000 Euros-per-year travel grant to attend international conferences. Benefits include complete health insurance coverage and social
security, as required by French law.

Requirements:   Applicants are expected to have completed a PhD in astronomy, planetary sciences, or similar field by the time of starting the position. Applicants should send
a single PDF document that includes curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and a short statement of research interests also describing how they see their own contribution
to the project. They should also arrange for two reference letters to be sent independently. Send all applications and information requests to jeremy.leconte_at_u-bordeaux.fr. Application deadline is September 16, 2016.