Innovative Radio Occultation Analysis for Atmospheres

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

Job summary

ORAU is offering a unique research fellowship through the NASA Postdoctoral Program, located at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. This fellowship focuses on planetary science, particularly studying atmospheres of planets like Venus and Mars using advanced radio occultation measurements. Eligible applicants include U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and select Foreign Nationals. A Doctoral Degree is required. Applications are due by November 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Investigate planetary atmospheres via improved processing of radio occultation measurements.
• Combine data from multiple missions to enhance atmospheric understanding.
• Utilize synergy between radio occultation and other observations.

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

ORAU is offering a unique research fellowship through the NASA Postdoctoral Program, located at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. This fellowship focuses on planetary science, particularly studying atmospheres of planets like Venus and Mars using advanced radio occultation measurements. Eligible applicants include U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and select Foreign Nationals. A Doctoral Degree is required. Applications are due by November 1, 2026.