NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Postdoc: Mars 2020 PIXL
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122
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Postdoc: Mars 2020 PIXL
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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
— located in Pasadena, California. JPL is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the science team for the Mars 2020 PIXL instrument to study chemical signatures of Martian rocks and analogs. This research will help our understanding of Martian magmatic processes and the alteration of these rocks in relation to past habitability and potential biosignatures. Responsibilities
Interpret the petrogenesis of samples analyzed by Mars 2020 PIXL. Perform analyses of analogs using a PIXL breadboard or a similar instrument to improve methodology for understanding Mars 2020 PIXL data. Support instrument operation. Collaborate with other Mars 2020 scientists and instrument teams. Lead conference abstracts and associated presentations and contribute to peer‑reviewed publications. The successful applicant is encouraged to design and conduct their own research that enhances the tasks above. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Petrology, Geochemistry, Planetary Science, or a related field In-depth knowledge of mineralogy, petrology, and geochemistry Experience operating microbeam instruments, such as scanning electron microscope and electron probe microanalyzer Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Martian meteorites Programming ability Demonstrated proficiency in writing peer‑reviewed publications Demonstrated experience in writing/developing research grants/proposals The appointee will carry out research in collaboration with the JPL advisor, resulting in publications in the open literature. Applicants may be subject to additional program requirements by NASA. Postdoc positions are awarded for a minimum of one-year period and may be renewed up to a maximum of three years. Candidates should submit the following to this site: CV, representative publications, contact information for three references, and a cover letter stating their research accomplishments and interests. Compensation and Benefits
The typical full-time annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California:
$83,820 . JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. NASA rules apply to applicants from designated countries; the Designated Countries List is available here.
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Postdoc: Mars 2020 PIXL
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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
— located in Pasadena, California. JPL is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the science team for the Mars 2020 PIXL instrument to study chemical signatures of Martian rocks and analogs. This research will help our understanding of Martian magmatic processes and the alteration of these rocks in relation to past habitability and potential biosignatures. Responsibilities
Interpret the petrogenesis of samples analyzed by Mars 2020 PIXL. Perform analyses of analogs using a PIXL breadboard or a similar instrument to improve methodology for understanding Mars 2020 PIXL data. Support instrument operation. Collaborate with other Mars 2020 scientists and instrument teams. Lead conference abstracts and associated presentations and contribute to peer‑reviewed publications. The successful applicant is encouraged to design and conduct their own research that enhances the tasks above. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Petrology, Geochemistry, Planetary Science, or a related field In-depth knowledge of mineralogy, petrology, and geochemistry Experience operating microbeam instruments, such as scanning electron microscope and electron probe microanalyzer Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Martian meteorites Programming ability Demonstrated proficiency in writing peer‑reviewed publications Demonstrated experience in writing/developing research grants/proposals The appointee will carry out research in collaboration with the JPL advisor, resulting in publications in the open literature. Applicants may be subject to additional program requirements by NASA. Postdoc positions are awarded for a minimum of one-year period and may be renewed up to a maximum of three years. Candidates should submit the following to this site: CV, representative publications, contact information for three references, and a cover letter stating their research accomplishments and interests. Compensation and Benefits
The typical full-time annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California:
$83,820 . JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. NASA rules apply to applicants from designated countries; the Designated Countries List is available here.
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