What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Research Associate - Space Physics position at The University of Texas at Arlington?
Job Summary
The Physics Department in the College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA ), invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Space Physics. The successful candidate will contribute to projects investigating the ion-neutral coupling in the Earth’s upper atmosphere during geomagnetically active times. Research topics include interactions between large-scale traveling atmospheric disturbances (LSTADs) and large-scale traveling ionospheric disturbances (LSTIDs), as well as neutral wind response to enhanced ion convection and particle precipitation. Primary responsibilities include running three-dimensional general circulation model, analyzing ground-based and satellite measurements, and conducting data-model comparisons. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States.
Required Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Physics Department in the College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA ), invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Space Physics. The successful candidate will contribute to projects investigating the ion-neutral coupling in the Earth’s upper atmosphere during geomagnetically active times. Research topics include interactions between large-scale traveling atmospheric disturbances (LSTADs) and large-scale traveling ionospheric disturbances (LSTIDs), as well as neutral wind response to enhanced ion convection and particle precipitation. Primary responsibilities include running three-dimensional general circulation model, analyzing ground-based and satellite measurements, and conducting data-model comparisons. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates should hold a recent Ph.D. in physics, space physics, plasma physics, or a related field.
- Strong preference will be given to applicants with experience in running Ionosphere and Thermosphere models, analyzing simulation results, and performing data-model comparisons.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct original research independently and collaboratively.
- Collaborate closely with members of the Space Physics group at UTA , actively contributing to ongoing projects.
- Present research findings at professional conferences and publish results on peer-reviewed journals.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, providing support and guidance in their research activities.
