Post Doctoral Research Associate

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for a Post Doctoral Research Associate in data analysis for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies. The role uses data from Van Allen Probes, MMS, THEMIS, Cluster and ground-based instruments to explore solar wind–magnetosphere–ionosphere coupling and support CSTR projects.

The appointment is for one year with potential renewal up to two years; PhD in space physics or related field is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Space Physics, Geophysics, or related field.
• Background in magnetospheric/ionospheric physics.
• Experience in data analysis using programming languages (Python/IDL).

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies using space- and ground-based datasets.
• Prepare results for publication and presentations at professional meetings.
• Support NSF ground instrument projects and CSTR facilities.
• Potential domestic/international travel for instrument installation/service.

Skills

Data analysis

Magnetospheric physics

Ionospheric physics

Education

PhD in Space Physics or related field

Tools

Python

IDL

Job description

**through the Internal Jobs Hub.**# **Title:**Post Doctoral Research Associate# **Department:**Asst/Assoc Professor# **Reports To:**Associate Professor# **Position Summary:**The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) of the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in data analysis for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies. The candidate will make use of various data sets including, but not limited to, spacecraft data such as Van Allen Probes, MMS, THEMIS, and Cluster, and ground-based instruments such as magnetometers, auroral imagers, riometer, GPS and incoherent scatter radars to investigate solar wind-magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling processes and to assist the center's ongoing research as part of NSF ground instrument projects.The candidate will be expected to perform the duties of a post-doctoral fellow, including the publication of original research, submission of proposals, and the support of CSTR projects.Applicants should have obtained by the starting date a PhD in plasma physics, space physics, geophysics, or related field. The start date of the appointment is flexible, however, earlier dates are preferred. The appointment is for one year, with a possible renewal for up to two years based on successful applicant performance and funding availability. Benefits are competitive and salary will be commensurate with applicant experience.The candidate will work primarily with Dr. Hyomin Kim, Associate Professor of NJIT as well as the other CSTR faculty members.Candidates will need to submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a brief statement of research interests, and the names of three professional references. Questions may be directed to Dr. Hyomin Kim ([e-mail]). Use the following link for application.The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR), one of the leading academic centers for solar-terrestrial research. CSTR operates several state-of-the-art ground-based observing facilities, including the Big Bear Solar Observatory (BBSO), the Expanded Owens Valley Solar Array (EOVSA), the Second-generation Optimized Fabry-Pérot Doppler Imager (SOFDI) in Peru, and geospace instruments located at the U.S. Antarctic stations in McMurdo, Palmer, and the South Pole. For more information visit .# **Essential Functions:*** Data analysis utilizing programming languages such as Python and/or IDL.* Presentation of results at professional meetings.* Presentation of result via peer-review journal papers.* Occasional domestic/international travel for instrument installation/service# **Prerequisite Qualifications:*** Ph.D. in Space Physics or related field.* Background in magnetospheric/ionospheric physics.* Experience in data analysis using programming languages.# **Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in electronics lab experiment and field work is highly desired.**At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.**# **Union:**United Council of Academic @ NJIT (UCAN GSRE)# **Range:**Post Docs# **Compensation:**$63,480.00**NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.**# **FLSA:**Exempt# **Time Type:**Full time# **Pay Rate:**Salary# **Additional Information:**As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. 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