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 has one or two postdoctoral openings to work on fundamental physics of the inner magnetosphere and plasma sheet, 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 high-performance computing is highly desirable. The second position involves working with both simulations and data. For this position, prior experience in using or improving numerical codes is highly desirable along with experience analyzing spacecraft and ground based-data. 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 will be 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.
Rice University is an affirmative-action/equal-opportunity employer.
Education RequiredPhD or other Doctoral DegreeMajor/DisciplineSpace physics
Education PreferredExperience RequiredNo experience requiredType of ExperienceExperience 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 PreferredPhysical DemandsNone
Working ConditionsThis job will be conducted from an office environment.
Security SensitiveRice University Standard of CivilityServes as a representative of the University, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the Rice community and with the public.
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 Time90 Job Duties Job Duty NameDescription of Job Duty- Mentors/guides graduate students as needed
Percentage of Time10Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents- Resume
- Research Statement
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a PhD or other doctoral degree in space physics or a related disciple?
- Yes
- No
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