Space Plasma Research Scientist (ITM)

The University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is seeking to fill two Research Scientists in the W. B. Hanson Center for Space Sciences.

The Center conducts fundamental and applied ITM studies using space and ground-based resources as well as numerical modeling. The successful candidates will contribute to NASA’s Geospace Dynamics Constellation Trailblazer mission, including development of analysis tools for thermal plasma instruments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a field directly related to the specified research area and two (2) years of directly applicable experience conducting research related to the specified field of study.
• PhD in space physics or a closely related field is preferred and demonstrates commitment to excellence in research.

Responsibilities

• Complement the research capabilities of the Center, especially in ionosphere-thermosphere coupling.
• Develop analysis tools and research related to thermal plasma instruments as part of the Center’s ongoing efforts.

Education

Master's degree in a field directly related to ITM, space physics, or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is seeking to fill two Research Scientists in the W. B. Hanson Center for Space Sciences.

The Center conducts fundamental and applied ITM studies using space and ground-based resources as well as numerical modeling. The successful candidates will contribute to NASA’s Geospace Dynamics Constellation Trailblazer mission, including development of analysis tools for thermal plasma instruments.