Infrared Exoplanet Spectroscopy

About the role

The successful applicant will participate in an ongoing, high dynamic range, exoplanet spectroscopy program at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the determination of the composition and fundamental physical parameters of exoplanets.
• Develop new techniques and calibration methods to enable new NASA mission/instrument concepts for the characterization of Earth-like planets.
• Assist in the development of new calibration techniques that increase the achievable dynamic range of existing and planned instruments.
• Participate in observing transiting exoplanets and obtaining spectra of both the dayside and nightside emission.

Requirements

• A strong background in observational techniques and instrumentation.
• An interest in exoplanet science.
• A commitment to publishing results quickly.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.

Skills

• Strong background in observational techniques and instrumentation.
• Interest in exoplanet science.
• Commitment to publishing results quickly.

Benefits

• Unique research opportunities at NASA Centers, Headquarters, or affiliated institutes.
• Competitive one- to three-year fellowships designed to advance NASA missions.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, one- to three-year term appointment.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Contact Information

To apply, visit the NASA Postdoctoral Program website and follow the application instructions provided.

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

Contact: Mikeala