Category: Space Physics

Faculty Position in Engineering Physics

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Physical Sciences
City: Daytona Beach
State/Province: FL
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Terry D. Oswalt
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, FL
Application Due Date: Thursday, June 04 2015

The Department of Physical Sciences at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach Campus invites applications for a Tenure-Track faculty position emphasizing space- or ground-based instrumentation and systems engineering in the areas of space, atmospheric, or astronomical sciences. This 9-month tenure track position may be at any rank: assistant through full professor. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in any related discipline and be available by August 15, 2015. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to develop a productive and vigorous externally-funded research program as well as the enthusiasm and drive to teach and mentor both undergraduate and graduate students. The Physical Sciences Department has about 35 faculty members. It is home to one of the leading ABET-accredited undergraduate Engineering Physics programs in the US, as well as growing BS Space Physics, BS Astronomy & Astrophysics, MS Engineering Physics, and PhD Engineering Physics programs. The Department also provides service courses in physics, astronomy, biology, chemistry and environmental science to other majors. Applications are under consideration now and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit applications online, including a cover letter, full CV, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, as well as the names, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references. All materials should be submitted through the link at: www.erau.edu/jobs, search for ‘Tenure Track’ at location Daytona Beach. Embry-Riddle is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Embry-Riddle is also committed to diversity and inclusion in higher education. We continually strive to recognize, respect and celebrate the differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe environment where self-expression is welcome. We strive to create a campus climate free of discrimination so that networks, partnerships and cultural competency continue to be fostered through leadership, integrity, care and respect. Inquiries may be addressed to: Terry D. Oswalt, Ph.D. Chair, Dept. Physical Sciences Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 600 Clyde Morris Boulevard Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Office: (386) 226-7571 Fax: (386) 226-6621 [email protected]

Research Scientist/Sr. Research Scientist

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Department: Space Sciences and Engineering
City: San Antonio
State/Province: Texas
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Country: USA
Institution: Southwest Research Institute
Application Due Date: Wednesday, June 10 2015
Web Link: https://resapp.swri.org/ResApp/Job_Search_Results.aspx?DETAIL=15-01144

The UV imaging spectrograph group at SwRI is seeking postdoctoral to mid-career planetary scientists to join our team’s investigations of a variety of science questions using far-UV observations. Topics of study include: 1) Characterization of volatiles within permanently shaded regions at the lunar poles with the Lyman Alpha Mapping Project (LAMP) imaging spectrograph on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO); 2) Imaging Jupiter’s powerful auroral emissions with the Juno UV Spectrograph (UVS); 3) Studying the atmosphere of Pluto with the New Horizons Alice instrument; 4) Analysis of Hubble campaign observations in search of water vapor plumes on Europa; and/or 5) Instrument development work related to the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) UVS investigation and other future UV/optical projects in Astrophysics, Planetary Science, Heliophysics, and Earth Sciences. Candidates are encouraged to develop their own additional research projects.

 

Must have experience with imaging and/or spectroscopy from space-based or ground-based observatories. Strong programming skills with Interactive Data Language (IDL) is preferred. A background in scientific analysis and publications related to one or more of the topics listed above is highly desirable. Specific tasks include: analyze UV spectral imaging datasets; assist with planning future observations; publish results in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at professional meetings; develop concepts and new technologies for UV/Vis/IR instrumentation; assist with flight instrument integration, test and calibration tasks; lead and/or assist proposal writing for new business.

 

Postdoctoral candidates are referenced to job posting number 15-01143. Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist candidates with (or soon to have) 2-3 years of postdoctoral experience may reference job code 15-01144.

 

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Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

Assistant Professor in Experimental Physics/Space Sciences

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Current state: Approved
Department: Physics, Astronomy, & Materials Science
City: St. Louis
State/Province: Missouri
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Trecia Stumbaugh
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Washington University in St. Louis
Application Due Date: Saturday, November 15 2014

Faculty Opening, Experimental Physics / Space Sciences– Washington University in St. Louis

The Department of Physics at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications to fill a tenure-track faculty opening in Experimental Space Physics. We are primarily looking for a candidate who will interact with a vibrant research group that uses microanalysis of extraterrestrial materials to provide insights into nucleosynthesis, formation and processing of dust in a variety of astrophysical settings, and the origin/ evolution of the solar system. However, we will also consider scientists whose research falls broadly in the area of space-physics/astrophysics, and will add significantly to or complement the research being carried out in the Physics Department (http://www.physics.wustl.edu) and the research in adjoining Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences (http://www.eps.wustl.edu), which is conducting a parallel search in geochemistry.  The appointment will begin Fall 2015 and includes membership in the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences, a world-class intellectual cluster in the field of space sciences (MCSS.wustl.edu).

Candidates are sought for the rank of Assistant Professor, although applications from well-qualified senior candidates will be considered at the appropriate advanced level.  Candidates should have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment, significant research achievements, research programs suitable for obtaining research funding, and an aptitude for teaching physics at graduate and undergraduate levels. Other duties include writing for publication, advising students, and university service. Applications should consist of a cover letter, a current resume including publication record, a statement of research interests and plans (up to 5 pages), a statement of teaching interests and approach (up to 3 pages), and names and contact information of three references. Application materials should be submitted on or before November 15, 2014 as a single file in PDF format to [email protected]. Washington University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. Women and members of underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to apply.

IMPRS PhD Scholarships in all fields of Solar System Science at MPS in Göttingen, Germany

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Department: International Max Planck Research School for Solar System Science at the University of Göttingen
City: Göttingen
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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: Saturday, November 15 2014
Web Link: http://www.solar-system-school.de

The International Max Planck Research School for Solar System Science at the University of Göttingen (“Solar System School”) offers a research-oriented doctoral program covering the physical aspects of Solar system science. It is jointly run by the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) and the University of Göttingen. Research at the MPS covers three main research areas: “Sun and Heliosphere”, “Solar and Stellar Interiors”, “Planets and Comets”. Solar System School students collaborate with leading scientists in these fields and graduates are awarded a doctoral degree from the renowned University of Göttingen or, if they choose, another university.

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 Research Campus. Successful applicants receive an attractive scholarship covering relocation support, housing and living expenses and are exempt from tuition fees. The stipend is free of income tax and free of contributions to social insurance. Health insurance is mandatory and has to be paid by the stipend holder. The language of the structured graduate program is English, with German language courses offered (optional). The program includes an inspiring curriculum of scientific lectures and seminars as well as advanced training workshops and provides travel funds to attend international conferences.

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.

Review of applications for a starting date of September 2015 will begin on 15 November 2014, but other starting times are also negotiable. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Applications will be accepted through the online application portal starting in October 2014 at  http://www.solar-system-school.de.

Please direct any further inquiries to the IMPRS scientific coordinator, Dr. Sonja Schuh, at [email protected].

MAVEN Postdoctoral Researcher in Mars Magnetic Fields

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
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.

Mars Magnetic Fields and Upper Atmosphere Postdoctoral Researchers

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
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: Friday, May 23 2014
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/

Applications are now being accepted for two Postdoctoral Research Associates, 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) in the area of Mars magnetic fields and upper atmosphere investigations 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. Both candidates will work on site at GSFC with scientists in the Solar System Exploration Division. One candidate will work directly with the Magnetometer Investigation, participating in data analysis and scientific studies, leading to publication of results in scientific journals. Prior experience with magnetometer data, disciplined programming skills (primarily Fortran and IDL), and scientific writing experience are desired.  Another candidate will work closely with the MAVEN Project Scientist on analysis of the interaction between the Mars upper atmosphere/ionosphere and solar inputs, taking full advantage of data returned by the MAVEN spacecraft’s science payload.

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 for either position should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with prior experience conducting scientific research related to the Maven science objectives or the types of instruments included in the MAVEN science payload.  IDL skills and experience in acquisition and analysis of 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 http://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 May 23, 2014 will receive full consideration.

Mars Magnetic Fields and Upper Atmosphere Postdoctoral Researchers

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Current state: Review
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: Friday, May 23 2014
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/

Applications are now being accepted for two Postdoctoral Research Associates, 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) in the area of Mars magnetic fields and upper atmosphere investigations 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. Both candidates will work on site at GSFC with scientists in the Solar System Exploration Division. One candidate will work directly with the Magnetometer Investigation, participating in data analysis and scientific studies, leading to publication of results in scientific journals. Prior experience with magnetometer data, disciplined programming skills (primarily Fortran and IDL), and scientific writing experience are desired.  Another candidate will work closely with the MAVEN Project Scientist on analysis of the interaction between the Mars upper atmosphere/ionosphere and solar inputs, taking full advantage of data returned by the MAVEN spacecraft’s science payload.

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 for either position should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with prior experience conducting scientific research related to the Maven science objectives or the types of instruments included in the MAVEN science payload.  IDL skills and experience in acquisition and analysis of 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 May 23, 2014 will receive full consideration.

Scientist in Experimental Space Physics in Kiruna

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Current state: Approved
Department: Solar System Physics and Space Technology
City: Kiruna
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Country: Sweden
Contact Person: Stas Barabash
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Swedish Institute of Space Physics
Application Due Date: Monday, April 21 2014

The Swedish Institute of Space Physics, Kiruna, Sweden is looking for a Scientist in experimental space physics
 
The Solar System Physics and Space Technology research programme at the Swedish Institute of Space Physics in Kiruna invites applications for a Scientist position in space
research/planetary sciences for the experimental investigation of space plasmas and solar wind-planet interactions.

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated individual who has an excellent record in experimental research, preferably with specialization in one or more of the following fields:
particle measurements in space; electrostatic optics; and ions/electron sources and beams. The successful candidate will be involved in hardware development, primarily for the ESA
mission to Jupiter, JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons explorer), but also for magnetospheric missions and missions to Mercury and the moon.
 
The position requires a PhD degree in experimental space physics or such equivalent research experience that IRF may deem appropriate.
 
The position is permanent and available immediately.
 
For further information please contact:
Prof. Stas Barabash, e-mail: [email protected], +46-980-791 22
Trade union representative:
Uwe Raffalski, SACO-S, e-mail: [email protected], +46-980- 790 21
 
Review of applications will begin on 21 April and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a complete CV, a publication list, a short description of
previous research (max one page), and contact information for three professional references. Applications should be sent, preferably by email, to:
Swedish Institute of Space Physics,
Registrar,
Box 812,
SE-981 28 Kiruna, Sweden
or by email to: [email protected]
Reference number: 2.2.1-62/14

Postdoc Position at the University of Cologne, Germany

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Department: Institute of Geophysics and Meteorology
City: Cologne
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Country: Germany
Contact Person: Joachim Saur
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Cologne
Application Due Date: Monday, April 07 2014

A two-year postdoc position starting in September 2014 is available

within the Space Physics/Planetary Group of the Institute of

Geophysics and Meteorology at the University of Cologne, Germany. The

position is renewable up to a total length of 6 years subject to the

continuation of funding.

 

We look for candidates with interest in turbulence in space plasmas

or the interaction of planetary bodies (including extra-solar planets)

with their surrounding plasma environments. Theoretical, numerical

and/or observational approaches are equally well appreciated.

 

Interest to participate in the English-spoken teaching activities in

space plasma physics and planetary sciences of the Institute is

welcome. The position includes the possibility to pursue a

habilitation.

 

Candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter describing their

research experience and interests, and names and contact information

for two references. The position is open until filled, however we will

begin reviewing applications on April, 7 2014. We encourage women and

persons with disabilities to apply.

 

Applications should be submitted electronically to Joachim Saur,

Professor, Institute of Geophysics and Meteorology, University of

Cologne, Germany, [email protected]

Research Associate in Planetary Physics

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Department: Physics
City: London
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Country: United Kingdom
Contact Person: Marina Galand
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Imperial College London
Application Due Date: Wednesday, November 13 2013
Web Link: http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/spat/jobs

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher for a position available for up to two years. This position
will be based within the Space and Atmospheric Physics Research Group.

The work involves modelling, data analysis, and interpretation in planetary and cometary atmospheric
physics to complement and advance areas of interest within the Group. The postholder will in
particular be asked to develop a comprehensive, chemical model applied to a cometary, dusty coma.
Other possible topics of research include assessing plasma production, transport, and loss at Saturn’s
moon, Titan. The work will exploit the Group’s involvement in major international planetary satellite
missions, notably the Rosetta and Cassini missions. The project will involve a high degree of
teamwork and interdisciplinary research.