Cornell University, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences/College of Engineering

Position ID:Cornell-EAS-SPACEPLASMA [#17054]
Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate
Position Type:Postdoctoral
Position Location:Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Atmospheric Science
Appl Deadline: finished (2020/10/02, finished 2021/10/09, listed until 2021/04/02)
Position Description:   URMs  

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the area of space plasma physics. The position will support experimental, theoretical, and computational research projects related to studies and forecasts of ionospheric instabilities and irregularities at low and middle latitudes in particular.

Applicants must have Ph.D. in a field related to space science and demonstrated experience in both signal processing and numerical simulations of space plasmas. Experience with radio or radar systems is desirable. Candidates with experience in parallel programming will be preferred.

Applicants should submit a CV listing their qualifications along with a statement of research interests and a cover letter which includes contact information for three professional references. The deadline for application is Nov. 16 ,2020. Applications can be submitted through Academic Jobs Online or transmitted directly to Prof. David Hysell, dlh37@cornell.edu.


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  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
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  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


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