Measuring Present- Dune Formation Mars
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Measuring Present-day Dune Formation on Mars
Organization: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Reference Code: 0284-NPP-MAR
26-JPL-Planet Sci
Final date to receive applications: 3/1/2026 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone
How to Apply: All applications must be submitted in Zintellect. Please visit the NASA Postdoctoral Program website for application instructions and requirements:
How to Apply
| NASA Postdoctoral Program (). A complete application includes a research proposal, three letters of recommendation, and official doctoral transcript documents.
The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers research opportunities to engage in NASA research projects at a NASA Center, Headquarters, or affiliated institute. This fellowship (1–3 years) supports research in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.
Research focus:
Investigation through aeolian/geomorphological modeling of present‑day formation of protodunes (sand patches that become dunes) on Mars. Protodune studies improve the interpretation of dune distribution and activity, constrain sand flux estimates over seasonal timescales, and inform wind patterns, erosion rates, exposure times, and contamination studies. The work builds on prior research, e.g., Baddock et al. (2018).
- Planetary Science
Serina Diniega
serina.diniegaa.gov
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Qualifications- Experience with bedform evolution and/or sand flux models over ripples and/or dunes
- Familiarity with aeolian process/wind model(s) application in Mars/planetary studies
- Familiarity with relevant Martian observation datasets
- Doctoral Degree
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