Geodesy & Earth Systems Postdoc: Climate Mass Transport

ORAU; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ORAU is seeking a candidate for the NASA Postdoctoral Program focused on Earth science research. The successful candidate will utilize geodetic tools to improve understanding of ice melt and sea level change, collaborating closely with scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. Applicants should hold a recent PhD in a relevant field and possess strong skills in scientific computing. This unique fellowship offers a chance to contribute to NASA's research on climate variations, emphasizing innovation and creativity.

Qualifications

• Strong background in scientific computing including Matlab and Python.
• Experience with estimation theory and handling large data sets.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Use geodetic tools to improve understanding of mass transport processes.
• Collaborate with scientists on climate variation projects.
• Create new data products to enhance scientific understanding.

Skills

Scientific computing (Matlab, Python)

C++

FORTRAN

Estimation theory

Remote sensing principles

Education

PhD in Earth systems science, geodesy, engineering, or related field

Job description

ORAU is seeking a candidate for the NASA Postdoctoral Program focused on Earth science research. The successful candidate will utilize geodetic tools to improve understanding of ice melt and sea level change, collaborating closely with scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. Applicants should hold a recent PhD in a relevant field and possess strong skills in scientific computing. This unique fellowship offers a chance to contribute to NASA's research on climate variations, emphasizing innovation and creativity.