Postdoc: Space Plasma Physics & PSP Data Analysis

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Space Plasma Group at LASP, University of Colorado Boulder, invites applications for 1 Research Scientist 1 position in space plasma physics. The role involves analyzing data from NASA missions such as PSP and Van Allen Probes and developing an independent research program.

You will collaborate with group members, contribute to publications, and may supervise undergraduates. This is a 1-year appointment with potential renewal; onsite presence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in scientific programming, Python preferred.
• PhD in Physics, Astronomy, or related field.
• Experience conducting research on plasma wave physics in the space environment.
• Demonstrated experience creating clear and concise scientific writing for publication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from Parker Solar Probe and Van Allen Probes spacecraft.
• Analyze plasma wave data and compare with predictions from plasma wave theory for ion acoustic and whistler-mode waves.
• Write scientific publications based on data analysis and present at conferences.
• Possibly supervise undergraduate students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Space plasma physics

Education

PhD in Physics/Astronomy or related field

Job description

The Space Plasma Group at LASP, University of Colorado Boulder, invites applications for 1 Research Scientist 1 position in space plasma physics. The role involves analyzing data from NASA missions such as PSP and Van Allen Probes and developing an independent research program.

You will collaborate with group members, contribute to publications, and may supervise undergraduates. This is a 1-year appointment with potential renewal; onsite presence is required.