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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Lunar & Planetary Sciences


Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 6 October 2026 (21 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Postdoctoral Research Associate Lunar & Planetary Sciences
Posting Numberreq27228
DepartmentLunar and Planetary Laboratory
Department Website Link Campus
AddressTucson AZ USA
Position Highlights

The 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 interpretobservations that constrain the composition energy deposition dynamics andseasonal change in the upper atmospheres of Uranus Saturn and Titan.
  • Participatein remote and in-person team meetings present results at conferences andprepare original scientific manuscripts.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Planetary Sciences or a related field upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in statistical data analysis and radiative transfer in planetary atmospheres.
FLSAExempt
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 required:Name-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
Open Date10/1/2026
Open Until FilledYes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) Cover Letter and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to ApplicantPlease submit the following with your application:
  1. CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Statement of Research Interest
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