Applications are now being accepted for two Visiting Scientist positions funded through the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) and the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology (CRESST), to work in the Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the area of Jupiter’s magnetic field and magnetosphere, using data from the Juno (New Frontier) mission.

The selectees will work on site at GSFC in the Solar System Exploration Division as a member of the Juno Magnetometer Investigation Team, participating in data analysis and scientific studies, leading to publication of results in scientific journals. Candidates for this position should have a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline with 6+ years’ experience conducting scientific research. Experience with magnetometer instrumentation and data, disciplined programming skills
(primarily IDL and Fortran), and scientific writing experience are desired.

All interested candidates must apply directly on our website at:
https://usracareers.silkroad.com

Each applicant should send a Curriculum Vita, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references.

The USRA is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.