Southwest Research Institute
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Scientist – Planetary Science
Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Scientist – Planetary Science
15-01702 Who We Are:
As a recognized leader in space science research and spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics, we are helping to reveal the secrets of our solar system and the universe. Objectives of this Role:
Conduct investigations with data products from the Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope to study a variety of science questions based on observations of the Galilean satellites. Help our team complete tasks on several planetary mission and/or space telescope spectroscopy programs. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at professional meetings. Participate in NASA funded planetary research and analysis projects and/or observing programs; projects include Europa Clipper, HST, and JWST observations. Lead NASA funded planetary research and analysis projects and/or observing proposals. Opportunity to lead and/or assist in new planetary instrument and mission development proposals efforts. Requirements:
Requires a PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Geology, Planetary Science, Astrophysics, Space Science, or Space Instrumentation. 0 years: Recent PhD with Computer coding in Python and IDL knowledge. A background in scientific analysis and publication of Europa surface and atmosphere composition and related outer planet topics is highly desirable. Ability to process and interpret data from space-based observatories. A valid/clear driver's license is required Special Requirements:
This is a 9 month limited term assignment. Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas
For more information about this division, visit the Space Science home page. For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here . For benefits information at all other locations, click here . An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
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15-01702 Who We Are:
As a recognized leader in space science research and spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics, we are helping to reveal the secrets of our solar system and the universe. Objectives of this Role:
Conduct investigations with data products from the Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope to study a variety of science questions based on observations of the Galilean satellites. Help our team complete tasks on several planetary mission and/or space telescope spectroscopy programs. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at professional meetings. Participate in NASA funded planetary research and analysis projects and/or observing programs; projects include Europa Clipper, HST, and JWST observations. Lead NASA funded planetary research and analysis projects and/or observing proposals. Opportunity to lead and/or assist in new planetary instrument and mission development proposals efforts. Requirements:
Requires a PhD in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Geology, Planetary Science, Astrophysics, Space Science, or Space Instrumentation. 0 years: Recent PhD with Computer coding in Python and IDL knowledge. A background in scientific analysis and publication of Europa surface and atmosphere composition and related outer planet topics is highly desirable. Ability to process and interpret data from space-based observatories. A valid/clear driver's license is required Special Requirements:
This is a 9 month limited term assignment. Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas
For more information about this division, visit the Space Science home page. For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here . For benefits information at all other locations, click here . An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
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