Category: Theory

Constraining the Love number k2, h2 of exoplanets

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Department: Department of Extrasolar Planets and Atmospheres
City: Berlin
Category: , ,
Country: Germany
Contact Person: Szilárd Csizmadia
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Institute of Planetary Research
Application Due Date: Monday, May 10 2021
Web Link: https://www.dlr.de/dlr/jobs/en/desktopdefault.aspx/tabid-10596/1003_read-45954/

The Institute of Planetary Research, which is part of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) is advertising another paid PhD studentship,
funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). The position is to work with me in Berlin on the Love-numbers of exoplanets and brown
dwarfs, especially to find observational constraints from light curves, TTVs and radial velocities. I would be very grateful if you could
pass this announcement on to anyone you think may be interested in applying.

The deadline for applications is the 10th of May 2021. The successful applicant will be able to start in July 2021 (negotiable).

Full details of the position are available here:
https://www.dlr.de/dlr/jobs/en/desktopdefault.aspx/tabid-10596/1003_read…

Faculty position in Exoplanets and Planetary Sciences

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Department: Faculty of Engineering and Sciences
City: Santiago
Category: , , , ,
Country: Chile
Contact Person: Andres Jordan
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
Application Due Date: Thursday, April 15 2021
Web Link: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/f00e5b3a

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.

Two Faculty Positions in Exoplanets and Planetary Sciences

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Department: Department of Science and Engineering
City: Santiago
Category: , , , ,
Country: Chile
Contact Person: Andres Jordan
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Universidad Adolfo Ibanez
Application Due Date: Sunday, November 01 2020
Web Link: https://ingenieria.uai.cl/assets/uploads/2020/10/astro2020_uai.pdf

The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences (FES) of Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI) in Santiago, Chile, seeks applications for up to two open rank faculty positions in the area of exoplanet and planetary science beginning as soon as March 1, 2021.  All candidates in exoplanet or planetary science, broadly defined, are invited to apply. We are particularly interested in the following areas: planetary interiors, atmospheres, habitability, and studies of solar system objects. For one of the positions we are looking for applicants in the area of theoretical or computational astrophysics. Candidates should have a demonstrated potential or ability to pursue a high impact research program.

The successful candidates will join Professors Rafael Brahm, Andres Jordan and Gijs Mulders  at the newly created Astrophysics group at FES/UAI focused on exoplanet and planetary science. 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 46,000 and 62,000 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 letters of recommendation must also be submitted. Applicants should apply by submitting the above materials as a single pdf file to <[email protected]> with the subject “Job Position in Exoplanet and Planetary Sciences”. Applications should be submitted by November 1, 2020 to ensure full consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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 women, international scholars and minorities to apply for these positions.

Post-doctoral Fellowship in Theoretical Astrophysics / Planetary Physics, Center for Matter at Atomic Pressure (CMAP)

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Department: Physics and Astronomy
City: ROCHESTER
State/Province: NY
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Connie Jones
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Rochester
Application Due Date: Sunday, December 20 2020
Web Link: https://www.rochester.edu/cmap/

The NSF Physics Center for Matter at Atomic Pressure (CMAP) a multi-institutional enterprise anchored at the University of Rochester, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship (CMAP Fellows) in Theoretical or Computational Astrophysics or Planetary Physics. Candidates should have a Ph.D. by the start date in physics, astrophysics, planetary science, or a related discipline.  We are particularly interested in candidates who bridge the gap between astrophysics and planetary science.  Particular areas of interest include astrophysical and planetary magnetic fields, magnetohydrodynamics, and plasma astrophysics; accretion process; planet formation, evolution, and structure; stellar structure and evolution; astrophysics of compact objects.  CMAP Fellows at the U. Rochester will be part of the larger CMAP NSF Physics Frontier Center, a collaboration between U. Rochester, Princeton, UC Davis, MIT, U. Buffalo, and UC Berkeley, for which the team members communicate weekly.

The position is for 2 years with a possible third year, depending on performance. Review of applications will be ongoing until a successful candidate is chosen.  Applicants are encouraged to submit their application by December 20 for full consideration. 

Applications consist of a CV, a statement of research interests and 3 letters of recommendation.  We strongly prefer all application materials to be submitted electronically to Ms. Connie Jones ([email protected]).   If sending by post please use the following address.

CMAP Postdoctoral Fellowship

c/o Connie Jones

Department of Physics and Astronomy

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY 14627-0171

 

The University of Rochester, an Equal Opportunity Employer, has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education. All applications are considered without regard to race, sex, age, religion or national origin.

JPL Postdoctoral Fellow

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Department: Planetary Interiors and Geophysics
City: Pasadena
State/Province: CA
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Catherine Elder
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Application Due Date: Saturday, April 25 2020
Web Link: https://jpl.jobs/jobs/2020-11715-Understanding-lunar-surface-processes-using-LRO-Diviner

The postdoctoral research associate will work with Dr. Catherine Elder to study lunar surface processes using a combination of thermal modeling and observations by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) Diviner Lunar Radiometer Experiment (Diviner). Diviner observations can constrain the material properties of the lunar surface and shallow subsurface which leads to a better understanding of the geologic history of the Moon. Topics of particular interest include volcanism, regolith formation and evolution, and impact processes. The appointee will carry out research in collaboration with the JPL advisor and others, resulting in publications in the open literature.

Candidates should have a recent PhD in planetary science, physics, geology, or a related field. Candidates should have experience with numerical modeling and a strong background in physics. Experience using remote sensing data is preferred but not required. Candidates who have received their PhD within the past five years since the date of their application are eligible. Postdoctoral Scholar positions are awarded for a minimum of one-year period and may be renewed up to a maximum of three years.

Research Physical Scientist

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Department: Astrogeology Science Center
City: FLAGSTAFF
State/Province: ARIZONA
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Country: United States
Contact Person: Earl Emerson
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: U. S. Geological Survey
Application Due Date: Wednesday, February 12 2020
Web Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/557280200

Planetary geologic maps have been funded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and published by the USGS since 1961. The USGS Planetary Geologic Mapping Group at the Astrogeology Science Center in Flagstaff, AZ is critically involved in the scientific and technical aspects of geologic mapping process in support of NASA programs. This position is for a Research Physical Scientist to fill the Tanaka-Greeley Fellowship within the USGS Planetary Geologic Mapping Group in Flagstaff, AZ. 

The position will primarily support the coordination, review, and production of NASA-funded planetary geologic mapping projects by both USGS and non-USGS geologists and space scientists and work closely with USGS scientists, cartographers, and data specialists to develop, establish, and implement best practices and standards. The position will also work both individually and as a team to create original geologic maps of high priority regions of the Moon and Mars in support of USGS and NASA goals. 

As a Research Physical Scientist within the Astrogeology Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:

  • Develop techniques and procedures to create high-precision planetary geologic maps
  • Assist with the technical and scientific review of planetary geologic maps
  • Assist with and lead the preparation of scientific and technical articles derived from planetary geologic mapping-based investigations
  • Develop and promulgate new planetary cartographic standards in order to maximize the consistent use and representation of planetary geologic maps and map-supportive data
  • Assist authors and USGS in the preparation of geologic map components for eventual publication
  • Generate GIS databases of specified data, building thematic data layers
  • Manage geospatial databases and data files
  • Train and direct other personnel in the geologic mapping process, use of mapping standards, GIS technologies, feature and map databases, and/or the use of GIS analysis tools

Staff Scientist in Astronomy or Planetary Science

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Department: Division of Earth and Planets (formerly DTM/GL)
City: Washington
State/Province: District of Columbia
Category: , , , ,
Country: United States
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Carnegie Institution for Science
Application Due Date: Sunday, February 18 2018
Web Link: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/staff-scientist-in-astronomy-or-planetary-science/

The Carnegie Institution for Science (Washington, DC campus) invites applications for a staff scientist in astronomy or planetary science.  We are particularly interested in candidates with research emphases in laboratory experiment, theory, or observation of planet formation or (exo)planetary atmospheres. We encourage applications from those interested in cross-disciplinary areas that complement or expand our existing strengths in Earth, planetary, and exoplanet science. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from individuals with a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.

The Carnegie Institution is a basic research organization committed to exploring intriguing scientific questions.  Carnegie staff scientists hold 12-month salaried appointments and pursue independent research supported by a combination of endowment and federal funds.  Staff scientists do not have teaching duties, but we place considerable emphasis on mentoring postdoctoral scholars.

Carnegie’s Department of Terrestrial Magnetism and Geophysical Laboratory are merging into a single division that will continue to provide staff scientists with the resources to pursue fundamental research on planet formation, (exo)planets, and planetary evolution, including state-of-the-art laboratories, computer clusters, and a partnership with Carnegie’s Observatories that includes access to Las Campanas Observatory.  In a separate ad, we are searching for a second staff scientist with interests in planetary petrology, magmatic volatiles, or geo/cosmochemical approaches to planet evolution. Information about our current research programs can be found at http://dtm.carnegiescience.edu/research and https://gl.carnegiescience.edu/our-research.  Our vision for interdisciplinary planetary research can be found at https://planets.carnegiescience.edu/.  Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and propose a world-class research program.

To apply, please submit (1) cover letter with the names and addresses of three references, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) list of publications, (4) abstracts of your two most relevant and important papers, (5) a 2-3 page summary of previous research, and (6) a research plan of up to 5 pages through the “Apply Now” button below.  You may email [email protected] with any questions.

Review of applications will begin immediately with a deadline of 18 February 2020.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

Planetary Science Faculty Position at the University of Michigan

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Department: Climate and Space Science and Engineering
City: Ann Arbor
State/Province: Michigan
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Jeremy Bassis
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Michigan
Application Due Date: Friday, November 15 2019
Web Link: https://clasp.engin.umich.edu/stories/faculty-position-in-planetary-science/

The Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineeringin the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the field of planetary science.  Although the position is open to all ranks, we especially seek candidates at the Assistant Professor level. We look for candidates who are capable of developing an internationally recognized research program, successfully competing for external funding, mentoring doctoral students, and participating in our educational programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  We welcome applications from candidates whose research addresses cross-disciplinary areas that build upon our existing strengths in climate science (including radiative transfer, atmospheric dynamics/chemistry and cryospheric processes), composition, structure, chemistry, and the origin and evolution of planetary atmospheres, planetary surface-atmosphere coupling, and the development of space instrumentation and missions. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong motivation for building bridges between planetary science, including exoplanets, and the climate and space science research programs in our department.  

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, a statement describing any activities, contributions, or plans related to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a list of four references with contact details. For full consideration, applications compiled into a single PDF should be received before November 15th, 2019. Applications should be addressed to [email protected]. Questions about the position or application process can be directed to the search committee chair Jeremy Bassis ([email protected]).

University of Michigan is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. CLASP and the College of Engineering are especially interested in exceptionally well qualified candidates who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. The University is also responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. The University is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action Employer.

Michigan Engineering’s vision is to be the world’s preeminent college of engineering serving the common good. This global outlook, leadership focus, and service commitment permeate our culture. Our vision is supported by a mission and values that, together, provide the framework for all that we do.  Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The Michigan Engineering component of the University’s comprehensive, five-year, DEI strategic plan—with updates on our programs and resources dedicated to ensuring a welcoming, fair, and inclusive environment—can be found at: http://www.engin.umich.edu/college/about/diversity.

Postdoctoral Scholar in Earth and Planetary Sciences at UCR

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Current state: Approved
Department: Earth and Planetary Sciences
City: Riverside
State/Province: California
Category: , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Maryjo Brounce
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of California Riverside
Application Due Date: Sunday, December 01 2019

I am seeking to hire a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Riverside to pursue independent research in my group. I am seeking a researcher who would work on project(s) that is/are broadly related to my research interests. My research has been focused on the effect of bulk redox conditions and volatile contents on igneous rock-forming processes, and the processes that link the compositions of surface environments and the deep interiors of Earth and other rocky planets. The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UCR has a diverse faculty with expertise ranging from exoplanets, seismicity and fault motions, deep Earth structure, paleoceanography paleoclimate, Earth history, and organic geochemistry. I am particularly interested in researchers who can describe a vision for collaborative and cross-disciplinary work, within our departmental expertise and/or beyond. Appointment will be for one year, with the option to renew for a second year pending satisfactory progress.                                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                  
Job Requirements: Skills: A Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or a closely related field, with laboratory, analytical, experimental, and/or theoretical experience in geochemistry, igneous, and/or metamorphic petrology. The successful candidate must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (both verbal and written) skills, including a strong record of peer-reviewed publications. Ability to work collaboratively in a department with diverse research interests is required.
                                                                                                                                                                                    
To Apply: Please send: (1) a cover letter, (2) a short (two page) research proposal, and (3) a curriculum vitae directly to Dr. Maryjo Brounce at [email protected]. Additionally, please have three references send letters of recommendation on your behalf directly to Dr. Maryjo Brounce (at [email protected]). Applications received prior to December 1, 2019 will be given priority consideration.                                                 
                                                                                                                                                                                    
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                                                    
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
 

Carnegie Venture Postdoctoral Researcher in Super-Earth Interiors

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Department: Terrestrial Magnetism & Geophysical Lab
City: Washington
State/Province: District of Columbia
Category: , , ,
Country: United States
Contact Person: Peter Driscoll
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Carnegie Institution for Science
Application Due Date: Sunday, December 01 2019
Web Link: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dtm/

Job Summary
A postdoctoral position is available at the Carnegie Institution for Science in Washington, DC. The position is funded by a Carnegie Venture Grant to study the internal structure and dynamics of super- Earth exoplanets in collaboration with Staff Scientists Peter Driscoll and Sally June Tracy. This is an interdisciplinary project where the postdoc will combine dynamic compression experiments on carbon- bearing materials in collaboration with Dr. Tracy with theoretical modeling performed in collaboration with Dr. Driscoll to better understand the physical properties and evolution of exoplanets.

The position requires a highly motivated applicant with an interest in high pressure and temperature physics and chemistry, planetary internal dynamics and evolution, and applications to exoplanets. The candidate should have a background in either high-pressure experiments or the dynamics of deep interiors. The postdoc will be free to pursue their own research interests in addition to this project.

The position will be for 2 years and

Qualifications
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a related field by the time of appointment and a promising record of research and publication. Research experience in either high pressure experiments or the dynamics of deep interiors is preferred.

To Apply
A curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest, and contact information for three references should be submitted through the Apply Now link below by December 1, 2019. Apply online at: jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dtm/. Address any questions about the position to Peter Driscoll ([email protected]) or Sally June Tracy ([email protected]).

Additional Information
Scientific computing resources available to the campus include the Carnegie Memex cluster (2500+ cores) in addition to local computing resources. There are extensive facilities and equipment to support high-pressure experimental research including multi-anvil apparatus, piston-cylinder devices, and diamond-anvil cells for ultra-high-pressure and temperature experiments. Chemical and sample characterization facilities on campus include a field-emission electron microprobe, a thermal field- emission Scanning Electron Microscope and a focused ion beam/scanning electron microscope system. Analytical equipment includes micro-Raman spectroscopic systems, and a Rigaku X-ray microdiffractometer with imaging plate for sample identification.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.