Postdoctoral Research Associate, Lunar & Planetary Sciences
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Education / Teaching
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
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Lunar and Planetary Laboratory
Department Website Linkhttps://lpl.arizona.edu/
LocationTucson Campus
AddressTucson, AZ USA
Position HighlightsThe Lunar & Planetary Laboratory at the University of Arizona has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of planetary atmospheres. The postdoctoral researcher will carry out research into the upper atmospheres of Uranus, Saturn, and Titan.
The Lunar & Planetary Laboratory (LPL) is a world leader in space science, technology, and exploration, dedicated to advancing the fundamental understanding of the origin and evolution of the Sun, planetary bodies in our solar system, and planetary systems beyond. LPL achieves excellence through cutting‑edge research and teaching while mentoring the next generation of planetary scientists. As a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary community, LPL fosters an environment that advances science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) research, education, and public engagement, where everyone can thrive.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities- Analyze and interpret observations that constrain the composition, energy deposition, dynamics, and seasonal change in the upper atmospheres of Uranus, Saturn, and Titan.
- Participate in remote and in-person team meetings, present results at conferences, and prepare original scientific manuscripts.
- Ph.D. in Planetary Sciences or a related field upon hire.
- Experience in statistical data analysis and radiative transfer in planetary atmospheres.
Exempt
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week40
Job FTE1.0
Work CalendarFiscal
Job CategoryResearch
Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits
Rate of PayNIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Typesalary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check requiredName-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies1
Target Hire Date3/29/2027
Expected End Date Contact Information for CandidatesTommi Koskinen, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
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10/1/2026
Open Until FilledYes
Documents Needed to ApplyCurriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to ApplicantPlease submit the following with your application:
- CV
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research Interest
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