Postdoc: Advancing GHG Observations & Climate Insights

ORAU; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A research organization is seeking candidates for the NASA Postdoctoral Program, focusing on climate science and trace gas observations. This one- to three-year fellowship welcomes U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, requiring a doctoral degree and experience in remote sensing data analysis. Key responsibilities include collecting observations, validating satellite data, and improving emissions understanding. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to NASA’s missions in atmospheric research.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree is required.
• Experience with acquiring/analyzing remote sensing data.
• Proficient in data analysis software like MATLAB or Python.

Responsibilities

• Collect observations of climate‑forcing trace gases.
• Validate satellite data products and evaluate emission sources.
• Improve understanding of atmosphere-biosphere interactions.

Skills

Data analysis software (MATLAB, Python, IGOR, IDL)

Remote sensing data acquisition

Oral and written communication

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

A research organization is seeking candidates for the NASA Postdoctoral Program, focusing on climate science and trace gas observations. This one- to three-year fellowship welcomes U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, requiring a doctoral degree and experience in remote sensing data analysis. Key responsibilities include collecting observations, validating satellite data, and improving emissions understanding. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to NASA’s missions in atmospheric research.