Postdoctoral Research Associate I

Postdoctoral Research Associate I

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
Geology, Earth Sciences, and Oceanography

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req25503

Department: Lunar and Planetary Laboratory

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Lunar & Planetary Laboratory at the University of Arizona has an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in the field of planetary geophysics. The successful candidate will conduct independent research related to the early geophysical evolution of the Moon, with a focus on relating lunar evolution and structure to the crystallization of the magma ocean and the early history of impact bombardment.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct original research related to the early geophysical evolution of the moon.
• Participate in remote and in-person team meetings, presenting results at conferences, and preparation of original scientific research manuscripts.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in the field of earth or planetary science

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with geophysical data analysis and modeling
• Demonstrated expertise in lunar science

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

For additional questions, please contact Jeff Andrews-Hanna, Ph. D, Professor, at jcahanna@gmail.com.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant

Documents required for consideration for the position include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research Interest