Postdoctoral researcher sought for the Planetary Sciences group at Brown University. This project focuses on martian rockfalls as a dynamic erosional process. Additionally, the position could include independent Mars-related research of the candidate’s own choosing using HiRISE and other remote sensing data. Women, members of historically underrepresented groups, and individuals with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. Potential applicants are welcome to contact Dr. Ingrid Daubar ([email protected]) to discuss the position. Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2021.
Category: Surface Geology
Research Scientist, Planetary Geosciences
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, invites applications for a newly created
research position in the Planetary Geosciences Group. The successful candidate will support
the Europa Clipper mission by performing geological analysis of Europa. Specifically, the
candidate will provide expertise in icy satellite geological mapping, analysis, and interpretation
as well as expertise in surface landform distribution and identification. The candidate will also be
expected to participate in formulation activities related to missions to the Ice Giants and their
satellites.
Applicants should have a well-established record in planetary geology, evidenced by
publications in refereed scientific journals and participation in national/international meetings. It
is expected that the successful candidate will develop an independently funded research
program. Opportunities exist for participation in ongoing and future space missions.
This position requires the following qualifications:
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PhD in planetary geology, or a related field.
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Peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals planetary science.
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Demonstrated professional reputation as a productive researcher with a track record of
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publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at national and/or international
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conferences.
The following qualifications are preferred:
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Experience with icy satellite structural analysis and interpretation.
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Experience in geological mapping, and landform analysis and interpretation.
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Familiarity with the Europa Clipper mission.
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Experience in mission formulation and concept development, particularly in relation to
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outer solar system exploration.
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Experience on active planetary missions.
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Experience obtaining grant funding.
To view the full description of this unique opportunity and apply, please visit: https://citjpl.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobs/job/JPL-Campus/Research-Scientist–Planetary-Geosciences_R2330
Applications received by July 4, 2022 will receive full consideration.
Mars 2020 Postdoc
The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Science at Purdue University has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to join the Mastcam-Z team on the Perseverance rover, part of the Mars 2020 mission, to conduct geological investigations using Mastcam-Z images and multispectral data in concert with other payload and remote sensing datasets. Possible investigation topics include but are not limited to igneous, fluvial, and impact processes, as well as diagenesis and alteration, as observed in Jezero crater and through regional and global context studies. The postdoc would also support Mastcam-Z and project-level operations roles and actively participate in collaborative team scientific activities. A PhD in geology, planetary science, or a closely related field is required. Experience in reflectance spectroscopy or remote sensing data analysis is preferred. The position is available immediately and is expected to run for 2 years pending availability of funding. A background check is required for employment in this position. The position will remain open until filled.
Please direct all questions to Prof. Briony Horgan ([email protected]). Applications should include a CV, the names and contact information of 3 professional references, and a cover letter summarizing relevant past experience for the position and why you are interested in the position.
Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Planetary Geodesist (GS-12 / GS-13)
The USGS Astrogeology Science Center is hiring up to two Geodesists (GS-12/13). Our mission is to help humanity understand our Solar System by maximizing the scientific and technical return from planetary missions through scientific research, software development, and the creation of spatial data products and standards. To help us achieve that mission, we seek two geodesists who can develop new capabilities in the fields of digital elevation models, planetary shape, rotation, and orientation, photogrammetric techniques, image matching, and geodetic standards. Job duties include planning and conducting novel geodetic and cartographic analysis, developing digital image processing techniques, designing or modifying bundle adjustment software, maintaining and improving global planetary control networks, and providing guidance to technical staff working on photogrammetric and geodetic production tasks. Applicants must have a bachelor’s or higher degree in geodesy or a related field with additional professional experience. Expertise in the concepts, theories, and principles of photogrammetry, cartography, geodesy, and/or computer vision is expected. Applicants must be US citizens, and a background check is required. This position is located in Flagstaff, AZ. Apply starting March 7th 2022 through USAjobs.gov announcement USGS-SAC-22-11289270-DE-LL (https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/638771100). Closes March 21, 2022. Contact Michael Bland with questions: ([email protected]).
Important notes:
- Applicants must submit all copies of unofficial transcripts to USAjobs.gov to ensure that the basic education requirement is met.
- Resumes should include relevant employment or work experience (include month and year) with a statement beneath each describing how that experience meets the qualifications of a GS-12 or GS-13 Geodesist as described in the announcement.
- Current or former federal employees should include previous grade levels.
- All required documents must be submitted prior to the close of the announcement
- More details regarding the federal hiring process are available in the HELP section of the USAjobs site at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help
ESA Archival Research 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. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications by PhD students are also welcome.
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 2022 will be considered for visits in autumn 2022 and winter 2023.
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]
Assistant Professor – Tenure Track in Planetary Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle
The University of Washington Department of Earth and Space Sciences seeks an outstanding
scientist working at the forefront of research in one of more of the following areas:
planetary geology, geomorphology, geochemistry, glaciology, or geophysics. The candidate may
focus on observations, experiments, and/ or modeling of planetary surfaces, atmospheres, or
interiors of planets, exoplanets, or moons. We seek a colleague who can provide high quality
teaching and contribute collaboratively to research within the department, college, and
across campus, for example, the university?s Astrobiology Program.
For full applications details, please see: apply.interfolio.com/85329
Preference will be given to applications received by May 7th, 2021.
Faculty position in Exoplanets and Planetary Sciences
The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences (FES) of Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI) in Santiago, Chile, seeks applications for a faculty position in the broad areas of exoplanets or planetary sciences. All candidates in exoplanet or planetary science, broadly defined, are invited to apply. We are particularly interested in researchers working in theory and modeling of planetary interiors and atmospheres. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to pursue a high impact research program.
The successful candidates will join Professors Rafael Brahm, Andres Jordan, Gijs Mulders and Diego Muñoz at the newly created Astrophysics group at FES/UAI. The chosen candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Physics, Astronomy, and related fields, in Spanish and/or English. Candidates do not need to be fluent in Spanish at the moment of applying. The successful candidate will have access to 10% of all telescope time on major facilities in Chile, including VLT, ALMA, Gemini, Magellan, and other telescopes in the country, as well as access to future facilities such as the GMT and E-ELT. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a reference, an Assistant Professor should expect an annual remuneration ranging between 36 and 48 million CLP (approximately 50,000 and 66,000 USD at the current exchange rate, respectively). This salary does not include potential additions from grants or research contracts.
Applications require: a cover letter, a complete curriculum vitae, and a description (5 pages maximum) of research and teaching interests. Contact information for at least three researchers willing to write letters of recommendation upon request must also be submitted. Applicants should apply by submitting the above materials as a single pdf file to Prof. Andres Jordan <[email protected]>. Applications should be submitted by April 15 2021 to ensure full consideration.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. At FES we believe that diversity broadens our research scope and enhances the quality of our education, so we highly encourage international scholars, women and other underrepresented minorities to apply.
ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme
ESA Archival Research 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 (http://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. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. PhD students are also welcome to apply through their supervisors.
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 30 April 2021 will be considered for visits in autumn/winter (2021/2022).
For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to:
http://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme
or write to the programme coordinators at [email protected]
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Planetary Sciences
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Planetary Sciences
The Small Bodies Group in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for up to two Postdoctoral Research Associate positions to work with Tony Farnham and Jessica Sunshine on studies involving the composition and evolution of small bodies in the Solar System. Specific topics of interest include:
- Sublimation processes and modeling to investigate the evolution of cometary surfaces.
- Modeling and/or simulation of granular flows in microgravity environments.
- Mapping the distribution of organics on Ceres.
Desired skills include experience with the reduction and analysis of spacecraft imaging and spectral data, development and execution of computer simulations, knowledge of spectroscopy, and/or experience in interpreting morphologic features.
The UMD Small Bodies Group specializes in remote sensing observations, both ground-based and space-based, and theoretical modeling, primarily of comets, asteroids, and the Moon. Our group has been involved with multiple spacecraft missions and instrument teams, including Deep Impact, EPOXI, Chandrayaan-1, Dawn, Rosetta, Stardust NExT, Lucy and DART. We are also at the forefront in using current and upcoming facilities to study small bodies, including JWST, TESS, LSST, LDT and numerous other ground-based observatories. UMD also operates the Small Bodies Node of NASA’s Planetary Data System, which maintains all mission data related to small bodies in the Solar System.
Candidates for this position should have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science or a related field, which must be obtained by the time of the start date. We recognize that strength comes through diversity and actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We encourage women and minority candidates to apply.
Those interested in applying should send a CV, a short statement (no more than 2 pages) of research goals and their experience related to the above topics and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically to: [email protected]. The positions will remain open until filled.
The appointment(s) will be for two years with a possible third year extension based on performance and funding availability. Requests for additional information should be sent to [email protected].
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Postdoctoral Researcher (Visiting) (Center for Lunar Science)
The Universities Space Research Association’s Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI), invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships in lunar science and exploration for full-time exempt positions in the Houston, Texas area. The successful candidate will join Dr. David A. Kring and over two dozen other scientists in the Center for Lunar Science and Exploration, which is one of twelve national centers of excellence supported by NASA’s Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute. The main goals of the Center’s activities are to address NASA’s highest lunar exploration science objectives, including activities in preparation of robotic and crewed landings.
Applications from those with recent Ph.D.s (including those to be awarded at the end of the Spring 2020 semester) in the fields of remote sensing, petrology, and stable isotope geochemistry are encouraged to apply.
In the field of remote sensing, the successful candidate will work at LPI, conduct high-priority science investigations and provide input needed for lunar surface missions. In the field of petrology and stable isotope geochemistry, the successful candidate will work at the LPI and use analytical facilities at the adjacent NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) and two collaborating universities to assess the abundances and evolution of volatiles in lunar samples.
USRA offers a competitive salary and benefits package. If there are any questions about the science and exploration involved in the positions, please contact Dr. David A. Kring ([email protected]).
Interested applicants should apply to the posting at USRA Careers and must submit a curriculum vita with list of publications, a two to three-page statement of research interests, and a list of three references. There is no firm application deadline, although a review of applications will begin March 1, 2020.
USRA is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology. USRA works across disciplines including biomedicine, planetary science, astrophysics, and engineering and integrates those competencies into applications ranging from fundamental research to facility management and operations. USRA engages the creativity and authoritative expertise of the research community to develop and deliver sophisticated, forward-looking solutions to Federal agencies and other customers – on schedule and within budget.
USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities / Gender & Gender Identity / Protected Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation.