Planetary & Exoplanetary Atmosphere Chemist (Postdoc)

ORAU

Pasadena (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading aerospace research organization seeks a postdoctoral researcher to develop novel instrument techniques for infrared remote sensing and planetary chemistry. The role, located in Pasadena, California, encourages research in habitability evolution and biosignatures for exoplanets. Candidates must possess a doctoral degree; U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply. Interested applicants should submit proposals including recommendation letters and official transcripts. The deadline is 11/1/2026.

Qualifications

  • Develop novel instrument techniques based on IR heterodyne remote sensing.
  • Conduct research in habitability evolution and biosignatures for exoplanets.

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

A leading aerospace research organization seeks a postdoctoral researcher to develop novel instrument techniques for infrared remote sensing and planetary chemistry. The role, located in Pasadena, California, encourages research in habitability evolution and biosignatures for exoplanets. Candidates must possess a doctoral degree; U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply. Interested applicants should submit proposals including recommendation letters and official transcripts. The deadline is 11/1/2026.
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