Postdoc: Clathrate Hydrates Thermodynamics & Kinetics

ORAU; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ORAU is seeking candidates for the NASA Postdoctoral Program focused on Clathrate Hydrates Research at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. This role involves operating cryogenic measurement systems and developing thermodynamic models. Requirements include a doctoral degree in planetary science or a related field and experience with relevant laboratory techniques. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The application deadline is November 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in planetary science or related field required.
• Experience with laboratory techniques relevant to clathrate hydrate studies.
• Strong analytical skills and strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cryogenic measurement systems.
• Analyze experimental data and develop kinetic models.
• Communicate results through publications.

Skills

Laboratory techniques relevant to clathrate hydrate studies

Analytical and computational skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Education

Doctoral degree in planetary science, physics, chemistry, or a related field

Tools

Raman spectroscopy

Cryogenic systems

Job description

ORAU is seeking candidates for the NASA Postdoctoral Program focused on Clathrate Hydrates Research at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. This role involves operating cryogenic measurement systems and developing thermodynamic models. Requirements include a doctoral degree in planetary science or a related field and experience with relevant laboratory techniques. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The application deadline is November 1, 2026.