"Research Scientist - Department of Physics"

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Department: College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type: Full time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Description: The Department of Physics and the Integrated Space Science and Technology Institute (ISSTI) in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a Research Scientist position, funded by a cooperative agreement with NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The appointment is a 12-month term position, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. The research will be conducted at the Instrument Systems and Technology Division of GSFC in Greenbelt, MD, and will focus on development and testing of a compact laser desorption heterodyne spectrometer for future lunar missions. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants should preferably hold a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline. Applicants with a Masters degree may also be considered.

The position’s salary range is $65,000-$85,000, depending on experience. Please submit applications via Workday. Include curriculum vitae and a cover letter that addresses your experience and why you are interested in the position. Workday will solicit contact information for three letters of reference after applications are submitted and the review process begins. Please contact Dr. Philip Johnson at issti@american.edu if you have any questions.

American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. For more information about American University, visit www.american.edu.

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Benefits: AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.