CEDAR email: Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research at the New Jersey Institute of Technology

[Gareth Perry]

The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) of the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in data analysis and remote sensing for magnetospheric and ionospheric studies. The successful candidate will make use of various data sets including (but not limited to) spacecraft data from Swarm (including CASSIOPE/e-POP) and Van Allen Probes, and ground-based instruments such as coherent scatter radars (e.g., SuperDARN), ionosondes, incoherent scatter radars, magnetometers, auroral imagers, riometer, and GNSS receivers, to investigate the coupled solar-terrestrial plasma environment. 

Experience in the analysis and interpretation of space physics datasets is highly desired. The successful applicant will be expected to perform the duties of a postdoctoral fellow, including the publication of original research, attending conferences and workshops (which includes domestic and international travel), submission of proposals, and the support of CSTR projects. By their start date, applicants should have obtained Ph.D. in plasma physics, space physics, geophysics, or related field. The appointment start date is flexible, however, earlier dates are preferred. The appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal based on successful applicant performance and funding resources. Benefits are competitive and salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience. 

The successful applicant will work primarily with Dr. Gareth Perry, Assistant Professor in CSTR and the Physics Department at NJIT, as well as other CSTR faculty members including Profs. Andrew Gerrard and Hyomin Kim, and Distinguished Research Professor Dr. Louis Lanzerotti. Applicants will need to submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a brief statement of research interests, and the names of three professional references. Questions should be directed to Dr. Gareth Perry (gperry at njit.edu <mailto:gperry at njit.edu>). 

The Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, in Newark, NJ, is a world renowned institution in solar and space physics. CSTR is a PI organization in the NASA Van Allen Probes mission, manages the Polar Engineering Development Center, and operates the Big Bear Solar Observatory (BBSO) and the Owens Valley Solar Array (OVSA) in California. For more information visit http://centers.njit.edu/cstr/ <http://centers.njit.edu/cstr/>.  To build a diverse workforce, NJIT encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women, EEO employer. 

Essential Functions:
Data analysis utilizing programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, and/or IDL. Presentation of results at professional meetings. Presentation of result via peer-review journal papers. Occasional domestic/international travel. 

Prerequisite Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Space Physics or related field. Background in magnetospheric/ionospheric physics. Experience in data analysis using programming languages. 

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in spacecraft and ground instrument data analysis and interpretation is highly desired.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Apply online via: https://njit.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=1443 <https://njit.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=1443>, ReqID 1443.  Applicants will need to submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a brief statement of research interests, and the names of three professional references. Questions should be directed to Dr. Gareth Perry (gperry at njit.edu <mailto:gperry at njit.edu>).  All applications received by August 21, 2019 will receive full consideration.  Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.


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Gareth W. Perry, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research
New Jersey Institute of Technology
104C Tiernan Hall, 161 Warren Street
Newark, NJ 07102, USA
Office Phone:  +1-973-596-5802
Email:  gperry at njit.edu
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