Heliophysics Science: Dynamical and Coupling Processes Earth Upper Atmosphere

Heliophysics Science:
Dynamical and Coupling Processes in the Earth Upper Atmosphere

Organization: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Reference Code: 0156-NPP-MAR
26-GSFC-Helio Sci

Final date to receive applications: 3/1/2026 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Location: Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland

Field of Science: Heliophysics Science

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. Citizens
• 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
• Doctoral Degree

Program

Description:

The Ionospheric, Thermospheric, and Mesospheric Physics Laboratory at GSFC/NASA performs cutting‑edge research on the dynamics of the upper atmosphere and its strong coupling to the lower atmosphere. Opportunities exist to participate in both theoretical and observational studies that expand the science goals of current and new NASA space‑based missions focused on the ITM (Ionosphere‑Thermosphere‑Mesosphere) system. You will engage with data from satellites, rockets, balloons, optical and radar instruments, and ground‑based sensor networks.

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted in Zintellect. Refer to the NASA Postdoctoral Program website for application instructions and requirements. A complete application includes a research proposal, three letters of recommendation, and official doctoral transcript documents.

Questions: Please email npp.

Point of Contact: Mikeala

Applications from citizens of Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, except for Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A list of Designated Countries can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..