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Caltech Job Category: Parttime Term Exempt Overtime Eligible: Exempt Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The Research Scientist will work to constrain and characterize the effusive volcanic history from the Hesperian to the present in selected study areas adjacent to the Tharsis Montes. The successful candidate will also analyze SHARAD radar data of various Mars regions. Essential Job Duties Take the lead in the implementation of the super-resolution processing techniques tailored for the SHARAD dataset. Perform detailed unit and subsurface mapping of lava flows by reprocessing SHARAD data using advanced algorithms. Perform specialized processing to improve the identification of properties of Martian flows, constrain their volumes, and interpret volcanic history. Spearhead data quality control efforts and be responsible for generating essential documentation for data and software archiving. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. in Radar and Remote Sensing. 5 years of experience in analyzing Mars sounder data. Knowledge of processing and analyzing SHARAD data. Preferred Qualifications Knowledgeable in the analysis of Mars radar/sounder data. Experience using SHARAD data. Required Documents Resume To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-f5c1440a0c9f4d319ef5dfd75777765e

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Title
Research Scientist
Employer
CalTech - California Institute of Technology
Location
1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91125, USA
Published
Oct 13, 2026
Closes:
Nov 13, 2026
Job type
Part time, Academic / Faculty, Space Science
Field
Other Space Science Specialty

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