RESEARCH SCIENTIST - Data Analysis & Instrumentation at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


As a recognized leader in space science research and spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics, we are helping to reveal the secrets of our solar system and the universe.


Objectives of this Role:

• Develop methodologies for analyzing MMS data.


• Support the development of novel plasma instruments.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Participate and carry out original research in magnetospheric and heliospheric physics.


• Support the development of particle and plasma instruments to be flown on upcoming heliospheric or planetary missions.


• Interact with the institute Staff engaged on a broad range of observational, computational, and theoretical research.


• Publish original research in peer reviewed journals.

Requirements:

• Requires an PhD in Space physics or related field with directly related experience.


• 0-2 years: Spacecraft Data Analysis.


• 0-2 years: Demonstrated expertise in Python, and/or IDL programming.


• 0-2 years: Demonstrated publications record.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:


Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.


Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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