Lidar Measurement and Analysis of Atmospheric Parameters

About the role

The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center, NASA Headquarters, or at a NASA-affiliated research institute. These one- to three-year fellowships are competitive and are designed to advance NASA’s missions in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.

Description

Research centers on measurements of a number of important atmospheric parameters, such as trace gases and aerosols in the troposphere and stratosphere. Specifically, candidates will conduct research investigations to understand atmospheric trace gases and their role in both tropospheric air quality and stratospheric ozone monitoring. This includes tropospheric pollution monitoring and their impacts on atmospheric chemistry. Candidates who have experience in active remote sensing of parameters such as winds, temperature, and water vapor content are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have experience in the design, construction and operation of LIDAR instrumentation for the remote sensing of atmospheric chemical constituents and meteorological parameters. They should also be able to facilitate LIDAR expertise in incorporating theoretical and working understanding of laser technology, specifically those emitting from the IR to UV. Experience is preferred in concept development, proposal writing, and overall technical insight for developing new LIDAR systems for automated operations in remote locations and for aircraft flights.

Location

Goddard Space Flight Center
Greenbelt, Maryland

Field of Science

Earth Science

Advisors

• John T. Sullivan
  john.t.sullivan@nasa.gov
  301-614-5549

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
  U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR)
  Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status
  Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status

Benefits

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