Postdoc in Heliophysics & Space Plasma Research

ORAU; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space research organization is offering a postdoctoral fellowship through the NASA Postdoctoral Program. Candidates will engage in research related to heliophysics and planetary physics. A PhD or equivalent in relevant fields is required, alongside strong data analysis skills. The program lasts one to three years and aims to advance NASA's missions in space science. Applications are open to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and eligible foreign nationals with a J-1 visa.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in the physical sciences.
• Experience with analysis of experimental data is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Engage in ongoing NASA research projects.
• Investigate the electrodynamics of the ionosphere and magnetosphere.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent in physical sciences or relevant engineering

Job description

A leading space research organization is offering a postdoctoral fellowship through the NASA Postdoctoral Program. Candidates will engage in research related to heliophysics and planetary physics. A PhD or equivalent in relevant fields is required, alongside strong data analysis skills. The program lasts one to three years and aims to advance NASA's missions in space science. Applications are open to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and eligible foreign nationals with a J-1 visa.