Climate Data Analysis Using GPS Radio Occultation

About the role

The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) seeks a postdoctoral scholar to perform rigorous climate data analysis using GPS Radio Occultation (RO) and other complementary data. The position is based at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, within the field of Earth Science. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of advisors Chi Ao and Manuel de la Torre Juarez.

Responsibilities

- Perform rigorous climate data analysis using GPS RO and other complementary data. - Research topics can include but not limited to: - Tropopause trend and variability - Climatology of planetary boundary layer depth - Diurnal variability of water vapor

Requirements

- Doctoral degree completed or near completion. - Strong background in climate science, atmospheric sciences, or related fields. - Experience with climate data analysis and GPS RO data processing. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

- U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), or eligibility for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status. - Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application must have a valid EAD card and I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status.

Skills

- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB. - Familiarity with climate modeling software and databases. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

- Competitive salary commensurate with experience. - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge NASA research projects. - Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. - Professional development opportunities through mentorship and training programs.

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is a full-time appointment for one to three years.

Contact Information

For questions about this opportunity, please email npp@orau.org.