Postdoc: Planetary Atmosphere Researcher, JWSTVoyager

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Leicester invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in planetary atmospheric science. The PDRA will join the Planetary Science Group led by Professor Leigh Fletcher and contribute to the JWSTVoyager ERC Advanced Grant, studying atmospheres and variability of the four giant planets using JWST, ground-based, and Juno data.

The role is initially for 3 years with possible extension; a PhD and strong publication record are required, with expertise in spectral modelling

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant planetary science field.
• Strong track record in publishing planetary science research.
• Experience with remote sensing of planetary atmospheres.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within scientific consortia.

Responsibilities

• Invert infrared spectra using radiative transfer tools.
• Derive climatological parameters from JWST data.
• Publish discoveries in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate within the JWSTVoyager team and international partners.

Skills

Planetary atmospheres

Data analysis

Spectral modelling

IDL/Python/Fortran

Remote sensing

Effective communication

Education

PhD in planetary science

Tools

NEMESIS

Job description

University of Leicester invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in planetary atmospheric science. The PDRA will join the Planetary Science Group led by Professor Leigh Fletcher and contribute to the JWSTVoyager ERC Advanced Grant, studying atmospheres and variability of the four giant planets using JWST, ground-based, and Juno data.

The role is initially for 3 years with possible extension; a PhD and strong publication record are required, with expertise in spectral modelling