Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Employer
- Rice University
- Location
- Houston, TX
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- Position Type
- Postdoc
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Postdoctoral Positions in Magnetospheric Physics at Rice University
The magnetospheric modeling group at Rice University expects one or two postdoctoral openings to begin in early 2019 to work on fundamental physics of the inner magnetosphere and plasmasheet, the ring current and magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling. One position would be in model development. For this position, experience in magnetospheric model development, parallel programming and running large computer codes on supercomputers is highly desirable. The second position is in model-data comparisons. Proficiency in using computer models as is experience analyzing spacecraft and ground based-data is desirable. Candidates who have experience in both areas are also encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. in space physics is required for both positions. Initial appointment is anticipated for one year, with renewal likely for a second year, contingent on performance and availability of research funds.
Any questions can be sent by email to Dr. Frank Toffoletto (toffo@rice.edu) and Dr. Stanislav Sazykin (sazykin@rice.edu)
Information on the group’s research activities can be found at https://physics.rice.edu/space-plasma-physics.
Education Required PhD or other Doctoral Degree Major/DisciplineSpace physics
Education Preferred Experience Required No experience required Type of Experience Experience Preferred- Experience in magnetospheric model development, parallel programming and running large computer codes on supercomputers is highly desirable
- Proficiency in using computer models as is experience analyzing spacecraft and ground based-data is desirable
n/a
Skills Preferred Physical DemandsNone
Working ConditionsThis job will be conducted from an office environment.
Security Sensitive Yes Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease provide 3 references in the application under the Professional References tab.
Any questions can be sent to Dr. Frank Toffoletto (toffo@rice.edu) and Dr. Stanislav Sazykin (sazykin@rice.edu).
Information on the group’s research activities can be found at https://physics.rice.edu/space-plasma-physics.
- Works on fundamental physics of the inner magnetosphere and plasma sheet, the ring current and magnetosphere-ionospheric coupling
Percentage of Time 90 Job Duties Job Duty Name Description of Job Duty- Mentors/guides graduate students as needed
Percentage of Time 10 Applicant Documents Required Documents- Resume
- Research Statement
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a PhD or other doctoral degree in space physics?
- Yes
- No
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