Postdoctoral Research Assistant III - Center for Space Plasma & Aeronomic Research

 

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant III to conduct research in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics. The Postdoctoral Research Assistant will work with researchers at UAH and NASA Marshall Space Flight Center to develop prototype data analysis algorithms and study the science capabilities of the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna.  

 

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, or related field with 2 - 2 1/2 years of full-time verifiable work experience (GRA experience counts). Candidates with 1 to 3 years of postdoctoral research in a data science intensive field are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

The approximate starting salary is $52,216 to $55,000.  For details on our benefits package, please visit https://www.uah.edu/hr/benefits. To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit a complete CV, a cover letter detailing experience and three references. Qualified applicants should apply online for the Postdoctoral Research Assistant III at https://careers.uah.edu/cw/en-us/job/493577/postdoctoral-research-assistant-iii-step-1

 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OF MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED

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Postdoctoral Research Assistant III

 

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is accepting applications for one regular full-time position of Postdoctoral Research Assistant to work in the Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research for two years with the potential for renewal. The candidate will study the dynamic interaction between the solar wind and the magnetosphere across a broad range of scale sizes. The position supports research initiatives using a wide range of observational tools, including ground-based facility network such as SuperDARN and incoherent scatter radars, and magnetospheric missions such as THEMIS, MMS, and CLUSTER. Experience in using radar data is highly preferred.

 

Qualifications:

• PhD in space science or physics is required

• Experience in using radar data is highly preferred.

 

How to Apply: 

Qualified applicants should apply on-line at https://careers.uah.edu/cw/en-us/job/493900/postdoctoral-research-assistant-iii-step-1

 
Applicants must submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter describing background, qualifications, and experience relevant to the position.

2. A full curriculum vitae (CV) - detailing education, awards, publications, research experience, etc.

3. A research statement describing research interest

4. Contact information for three professional references

 

Conditions:

The duration is two years with the potential for renewal. Salary will follow the UAH standard for post-doctoral scholars and will scale with the applicant’s experience.

 
Applicants must submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter describing background, qualifications, and experience relevant to the position.
2. A full curriculum vitae (CV) - detailing education, awards, publications, research experience, etc.
3. A research statement describing research interest
4. Contact information for three professional references

 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OF MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED

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Postdoctoral Research Assistant III

 

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant III to carry out research on the solar active region morphology/topology and dynamics. The incumbent will help achieve the goals of the project and will assist with research as proposed.

 

The Postdoctoral Research Assistant will work with the Principal Investigator for the project to conduct experimental research that includes both numerical and observational analysis.

 

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Space Science Physics, or Astronomy or Astrophysics with 2 - 2 1/2 years of full-time verifiable work experience. Experience with remote-sensing solar observations is desiered.

 

The approximate starting salary is $52,216 to $55,000 with an excellent benefits package (www.uah.edu/hr/benefits).  To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit a complete CV, a cover letter detailing experience and three references. Qualified applicants should apply online for the Postdoctoral Research Assistant III at https://careers.uah.edu/cw/en-us/job/493968/postdoctoral-research-assistant-iii-step-1

 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OF MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED