POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER – Mars Science Laboratory – Boulder,

Who We Are:

Southwest Research Institutes Solar System Science & Exploration Division
is located in Boulder, Colorado. We conduct basic observational,
modeling, and theoretical research in a wide range of solar system and
astrophysical topics, including Solar Physics/ Heliophysics, Planetary
Science, Astrophysics, Origins Research, and Geophysics. We also
participate and/or lead several NASA orbital and deep space missions,
including New Horizons (Pluto), Mars Science Laboratory (Mars),
Lucy (Jovian Trojans), PUNCH (Sun) and Solar Orbiter (Sun).

Objectives of this Role:
Work on data analysis, modeling, and other scientific activities
associated with the Radiation Assessment Detector (RAD), which is a
heliophysics instrument on the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL), and has
been operating on the surface of Mars since August 2012.
Participate in operations, data reduction, analysis, modeling and
publication of scientific results from RAD.
The successful candidate is also encouraged to develop his/her own research
program and participate in proposals for future projects.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Serve as Postdoctoral Scientist for the RAD instrument and participate in the
operations, data reduction, analysis and modeling of the RAD instrument.
Present the results at Team Meetings and other international Scientific
Meetings (e.g. AGU, AAS, etc.)
Have an opportunity to participate in the development and characterization of
new instrumentation and technologies similar to MSL/ RAD, that are being
developed at SwRI.
Requirements:
Requires a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Astronomy or equivalent degree field
2 years: Experience as a graduate student in heliophysics and/or space
weather related science.
Demonstrated knowledge in data reduction and analysis is required.
Proficiency in Python (or similar) and CME and/or solar energetic
particle propagation modeling is highly desirable.
Good communication skills and be willing to work both independently and in a
group setting.

Special Requirements:

Work assignment is in Boulder, Colorado. This is a 1 year limited term
assignment.

Job Locations: Boulder, Colorado

Salary Range: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00

For more information about this division, visit the Solar System Science &
Exploration home page.

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For benefits information at all other locations, click here.

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