Postdoc: Space Physics Data Analysis

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Norwich; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in data analysis for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies. The successful candidate will work with datasets from Van Allen Probes, MMS, THEMIS, Cluster and ground-based instruments to study solar wind–magnetosphere–ionosphere coupling.

The appointment is for one year, with a possible renewal for up to two additional years based on performance and

Qualifications

• PhD in Space Physics or closely related field.
• Experience in magnetospheric/ionospheric physics.
• Experience with data analysis using programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis using Python and/or IDL.
• Present results at professional meetings.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Occasional domestic/international travel for instrument installation/service.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

IDL

Presentation

Travel

Education

PhD in Space Physics or related field

Tools

IDL software

Python libraries

Job description

The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in data analysis for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies. The successful candidate will work with datasets from Van Allen Probes, MMS, THEMIS, Cluster and ground-based instruments to study solar wind–magnetosphere–ionosphere coupling.

The appointment is for one year, with a possible renewal for up to two additional years based on performance and