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Brown University faculty position in Planetary Sciences

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Current state: Review
Department: Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences
City: Providence
State/Province: RI
Category:
Country: USA
Contact Person: Chris Huber
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Brown University
Web Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/173797

The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Brown University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Planetary Sciences. We encourage candidates from all fields of planetary science and exploration to apply. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate must be engaged in a strong research program with the potential to influence the field, demonstrate the intention to obtain external funding, and demonstrate potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences. Candidates must have received a PhD by the time of appointment. To apply, go to https://apply.interfolio.com/173797 and submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, three reference letters, and statements describing how you would contribute to the research and teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community. Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2025. To receive full consideration applicants should submit all materials by that date. For further information contact the search committee chair, Chris Huber ([email protected]).

ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme

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Current state: Approved
Department: Directorate of Science
City: Noordwijk
Category: ,
Country: Netherlands
Contact Person: Guido De Marchi
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: European Space Agency
Application Due Date: Wednesday, April 30 2025
Web Link: https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme

To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, the European Space Agency (ESA) welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research projects based on data publicly available in the ESA Space Science Archives (https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc).

The ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme is open to scientists, at all career levels, affiliated with institutes in ESA Member States and Collaborating States, although we will also consider strong applications from outside those states. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) and PhD students are particularly encouraged to apply. We encourage applications from women and minorities. The peer-review evaluation process is anonymised to ensure equal opportunities for all applicants.

During their stay, visiting scientists will have access to archives and mission specialists for help with the retrieval, calibration, and analysis of archival data. In principle, all areas of space research covered by ESA science missions can be supported.

Residence lasts typically between one and three months, also distributed over multiple visits. Research projects can be carried out at ESAC (Madrid, Spain) and at ESTEC (Noordwijk, Netherlands). To offset the expenses incurred by visitors, ESA covers travel costs from and to the home institution and provides support for lodging expenses and meals.

Applications received before 1 May 2025 will be considered for visits in autumn and winter 2025/2026.

For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to:
https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme or write to the programme coordinators at [email protected]

Space Scientist, AST, Planetary Studies (Direct Hire, GS14)

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Current state: Approved
Department: Astromaterials Research and Exploration Services
City: Houston
State/Province: Texas
Category: , ,
Country: USA
Institution: NASA Johnson Space Center
Application Due Date: Thursday, January 30 2025
Web Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/827812000

NASA JOB OPPORTUNITY: PLANETARY SCIENTIST, JOHNSON SPACE CENTER

 

Space Scientist, AST, Planetary Studies (Direct Hire, GS14)

NASA Johnson Space Center

Houston, TX

As a Planetary Scientist leading the organics portfolio within the Research Branch of the Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science (ARES) division at NASA Johnson Space Center,
you will be responsible for collaborating with division and branch management to conduct and integrate research activities across your specified field of research, as well as
determine, plan for, and execute short-term and long-term goals for the organics portfolio.

APPLY TODAY

Accepting Applications: 1/17/2025 – 1/30/2025

 

Duties

* Provides expertise to the Agency and scientific community as required including in support of human and robotic missions.
* Performs world-class research on organic components of astromaterials using spectroscopy, spectrometry, or other techniques, with demonstrated expertise in making both in situ
and ex situ measurements.
* Collaborates with existing ARES scientists and external partners in the detailed study of organic components of astromaterials.
* Writes grant proposals related to organic analyses.
* Provides service to the Agency and scientific community as required in their area of expertise (e.g; paper reviews, grant panel reviews, assessment groups, or public engagement).
* Works with Branch Management to organize and manage work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements for the organics portfolio. Determines short- and long-term goals
for the portfolio, as well as strategies to achieve them.
* Communicates, collaborates and builds consensus with multiple stakeholders, the scientific community, external advisory committees, senior NASA leaders, interagency and
international partners, and programs and projects at NASA Centers.
* Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an
environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Two Tenure-Track Faculty Positions at the University of Idaho

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Current state: Approved
Department: Physics
City: Moscow
State/Province: Idaho
Category: ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Matthew M. Hedman
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Idaho
Application Due Date: Monday, February 03 2025
Web Link: https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/46548

The Physics Department at the University of Idaho is seeking to hire two new tenure-track faculty members at the assistant professor level. We seek faculty members who will establish strong research programs in experimental, theoretical or computational physics that will complement or build on existing strengths within the department and the College of Science. The department currently has faculty working on various topics in astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, nuclear physics and planetary science, and the college is pursuing initiatives in biomedical and bioengineering fields. The new faculty members will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the physics program. The University of Idaho places a high priority on hiring faculty with an array of backgrounds and experiences, as well as researchers with a variety of perspectives.

Instructional duties typically include teaching one three-credit hour course per semester at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. These courses support university-wide physics education, as well as B.A., B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs in physics.

Scholarship duties include conducting research in physics, disseminating research through publications in refereed professional journals and presentations at conferences, and seeking external funding to support research activities.

Outreach duties include participating in activities related to community involvement and serving the professional physics community through scholarship. Service duties include serving on department, college and/or university-level committees.

Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field.
Record of research activity in physics, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications

Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of productive post-doctoral or equivalent experience.
Evidence of potential to acquire external funding, demonstrated by submitted and/or funded proposals.
Evidence of ability to teach University of Idaho undergraduate and graduate physics courses
Evidence of teaching experience beyond conventional teaching assistantship duties.
Evidence of synergies with the existing research strengths in the department or college, described in the letter of application

This position will remain open until filled, however, applications received on or before February 3, 2025, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. To ensure full consideration, please provide the following required documents with your application:

McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Current state: Approved
Department: McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences
City: St. Louis
State/Province: Missouri
Category:
Country: USA
Contact Person: Vickie Gee
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Washington University in St. Louis
Application Due Date: Friday, December 20 2024
Web Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/157168

Washington University in St. Louis invites applicants to conduct independent research as a postdoctoral fellow of the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences (MCSS) in the broad field of space sciences. We welcome applicants with interests in Astromaterials, Cosmochemistry, or Meteoritics; Experimental, Theoretical, or Observational Astrophysics; Planetary Science; Particle and Nuclear Physics, Cosmology and Gravitation; and Earth as a Planet. In their application materials, the candidate should describe their research interests and list potential collaborators from among the faculty fellows of the MCSS.

Employment in this fellowship is planned to begin in July 2025 for an anticipated initial one-year term, with the possibility of renewal for a second year.

Candidates must have a PhD or be a May 2025 degree candidate specializing in one of the fields listed above and have a record of excellent scholarship. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated expertise in relevant observational, lab-based, theoretical, and computational methodologies.

Applications and reference letters are due December 20, 2024, and should be submitted (along with reference letters) through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/157168

Questions related to the search or application process may be directed to Vickie Gee at [email protected].

McCray Postdoctoral Fellowship for Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences

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Current state: Approved
Department: Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences
City: Boulder
State/Province: Colorado
Category:
Country: USA
Institution: University of Colorado Boulder
Application Due Date: Sunday, December 15 2024
Web Link: https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/McCray-Postdoctoral-Fellowship-for-Astrophysical-and-Planetary-Sciences/59873

The Department of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences (APS) at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking applications for the inaugural Richard McCray Postdoctoral Fellowship for Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences. The award is open to scholars in all fields represented by faculty in our department including astrophysics, planetary sciences, solar and space physics, and astronomy education research.

The initial appointment will be made for two years, with the possibility of extending to a third year. The fellowship provides an initial stipend of $85,000/yr. Fellows will also receive reimbursement for up to $5,000 in moving expenses and a research fund of $12,000/yr to be used in support of research and professional development activities. Fellows are expected to pursue research in collaboration with APS faculty, researchers, and/or students, and may also participate in departmental teaching, service, and public outreach activities. Candidates should identify a faculty member in the APS department who has agreed to be their sponsor prior to submitting their application. The APS department recognizes that the effectiveness and creativity of a group is strengthened by contributions from a broad range of perspectives. As such, we particularly welcome candidates from groups that have been historically underrepresented in astrophysics and planetary science and/or have demonstrated leadership toward building an equitable and inclusive scholarly environment.

Application materials must be submitted electronically at www.colorado.edu/jobs, to posting #59873.
McCray Postdoctoral Fellowship for Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences

FINESST — NASA SMD Graduate Student Fellowship

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Current state: Approved
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Contact Email: [email protected]
Application Due Date: Wednesday, February 05 2025
Web Link: https://tinyurl.com/2ck3tpm6

Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST F.5) solicits proposals for graduate student-designed and performed research projects relevant to NASA’s Science Mission Directorate. The graduate student shall be the primary author, with input or supervision from the proposal’s Principal Investigator (PI) or mentor, as appropriate. FINESST awards are research grants for up to three years at up to $50K per year.

ROSES-2024 Amendment 63 releases final text and due dates for F.5 FINESST, which had been listed as “TBD”. An optional preproposal conference will occur on December 6, 2024, at 3 pm Eastern Time, see Section 12.11 for connect information.
Notices of Intent are not requested, and proposals are due February 5, 2025. Submissions must be formatted for Dual Anonymous Peer Review, see Section 4.2.

https://tinyurl.com/2ck3tpm6

Questions concerning F.5 FINESST may be directed to [email protected].

Postdoctoral Fellow — School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA

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Current state: Approved
Department: Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
City: Atlanta
State/Province: Georgia
Category:
Country: USA
Contact Person: Shi Joyce Sim
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Georgia Tech
Application Due Date: Tuesday, December 31 2024
Web Link: https://tinyurl.com/4ezu7dar

The application deadline is December 31, 2024 or until the position is filled.  This is a fixed term position for 18 months.  The postdoctoral scholar’s specific research topic is open and will be chosen based on the mutual interests of the postdoctoral scholar and the supervisor Dr. Shi Joyce Sim ([email protected], joycesim.github.io).

Access to high-performance computing resources is available through Partnership for an Advanced Computing Environment (PACE) at Georgia Institute of Technology.

For more information, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/4ezu7dar

Percival Lowell Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Current state: Approved
City: Flagstaff
State/Province: AZ
Category: , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Gerard van Belle
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Lowell Observatory
Application Due Date: Sunday, November 17 2024
Web Link: https://lowell.edu/about/career-opportunities/

Lowell Observatory invites applications for the Percival Lowell Postdoctoral Fellowship, which aims to attract recent graduates to pursue independent research projects of their own choice in the fields of astronomy, planetary science, and astronomical instrumentation. Fellows are hired for four years, receive an annual salary of $77,000, which will increase each year, relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, and research funds of $20,000 annually to support their scientific program.

Current research at Lowell Observatory spans a wide range of disciplines from planetary science and exoplanets to stellar astrophysics, Galactic and extragalactic astronomy as well as instrumentation. Fellows have access to the full range of resources of the Observatory, including the 4.3-m Lowell Discovery Telescope (LDT) and its instrument complement including EXPRES and RIMAS, several 1-m class telescopes, the Astrophysical Materials Lab at Northern Arizona University, and our instrumentation and engineering resources. Lowell’s new Astronomy Discovery Center, opening in November 2024, and the award-winning Native American Astronomy Outreach Program offer additional opportunities for fellows to engage in science communication as part of the observatory’s education and public outreach mission. Fellows have the opportunity to lead their own grant proposals during their time at the observatory.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in astronomy, planetary science, or a related field. The PhD must have been awarded before they begin the fellowship, which can be no later than December 1, 2025. Applicants may not have more than the equivalent of 4 years of full-time postdoctoral research activities by the application deadline. Current employees of Lowell Observatory are not eligible. Lowell Observatory is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce; we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Applicants will be assessed according to their scientific potential, their research plan and the feasibility of carrying out the proposed research at Lowell Observatory; interest in science communication and in engaging the public in astronomy and planetary science is a plus.

Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Planetary Science

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Current state: Approved
Department: Physics
City: Orlando
State/Province: FL
Category:
Country: US
Contact Person: Dan Britt
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Central Florida
Web Link: https://ucf.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/details/Assistant-Professor-or-Associate-Professor-in-Planetary-Science_R106938-1

The Department of Physics (physics.ucf.edu) at the University of Central Florida invites applications for two full-time, 9-month, faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor (tenure earning) or associate professor (tenured), anticipated to begin in August 2024. We seek candidates whose experience and plans emphasize fundamental research in the fields of space resources, planetary and remote-sensing instrumentation, analysis and modeling of mission datasets, planetary surface processes, and SmallSat mission development. We are especially interested in candidates that have skills and research expertise to successfully propose for flight hardware projects, including commercial missions, as well as flight instruments, mission science teams, and mission leadership. Successful candidates are expected to establish vigorous, externally funded, creative research programs and have a strong commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education.

UCF is a leading, metropolitan, research-intensive university with over 68,000 students. The Department of Physics has 54 faculty, offers B.S., B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees, and has modern well-designed laboratories. UCF provides competitive startup funds and research-active faculty teach one course per semester. We offer support for expectant mothers, paid parental leave for both parents, on-site pre-school, and professional development and leadership training for all faculty at all career stages. Hiring and promotion are based solely on merit.

Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, planetary sciences, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution at time of application and a substantial record of independent research. To be eligible for appointment as a tenured associate professor upon hire, the selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of associate professor.

Preferred Qualifications:  Flight mission experience.  Experience in developing laboratory or spacecraft instrumentation. Experience teaching physics or astronomy at the college or university level. 

Additional Application Materials Required:  UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload: (1) a cover letter; (2) a current curriculum vita (CV); (3) a research statement; (4) a teaching statement; and (5) the names and contact information for three (3) professional references. The online application is here.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Review of applications will begin on January 16, 2024, and continue until the positions are filled.

Questions regarding this search can be directed via email to Professor Daniel Britt, search committee chair, at [email protected].