Exoplanet Atmospheres Postdoc — JWST & Relocation

Space Telescope Science Institute; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funding

Postdoc mentoring program

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore invites applications for a post-doctoral researcher to work with Dr. Joshua Lothringer on observational studies of exoplanet atmospheres.

The role focuses on analysis and interpretation of JWST observations of sub-Neptune and gas giant exoplanets, with potential time for independent research on related areas. The initial two-year appointment may be renewed for a third year, contingent on performance and funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required to start the position.
• Expertise in transiting exoplanet time series analysis and/or atmospheric modeling desirable.
• Willingness to take on new projects, learn new skills, and work independently to bring projects to fruition.

Responsibilities

• Analyze JWST observations of exoplanets and interpret results.
• Collaborate with Dr. Joshua Lothringer and collaborators on observational studies of exoplanet atmospheres.
• Contribute to independent research or new related projects as time allows.

Skills

Exoplanet time series analysis

Atmospheric modeling

Retrieval methods

Independent researcher

Education

Ph.D. in Planetary Science / Astronomy / Physics

Job description

Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore invites applications for a post-doctoral researcher to work with Dr. Joshua Lothringer on observational studies of exoplanet atmospheres.

The role focuses on analysis and interpretation of JWST observations of sub-Neptune and gas giant exoplanets, with potential time for independent research on related areas. The initial two-year appointment may be renewed for a third year, contingent on performance and funding.