Job Description Summary:The UCAR Cooperative Programs for the Advancement ofEarth System Science (CPAESS) announces the 2023 call for applications forthe 2024 Jack Eddy Postdoctoral Fellowships. Several new appointments will bem
The Jack Eddy Postdoctoral Fellowship appointees will train the nextgeneration of researchers needed in the emerging field of Heliophysics (thebroad field of Sun-Earth connections). The program is sponsored by the NASALiving With a Star (LWS) Program.
The Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science(CPAESS) serves the Earth System Science community in three distinct areasof service. We partner with federal agencies and businesses to hire criticalscientific staff enabling a more robust workforce. Through our scientificprograms we seek to edify new research with our postdoctoral programs, ourvisiting scientist and internship programs, along with our interagencysupport programs. We also help build the Earth system science community byconvening and managing summer schools and institutes, conferences, andadvisory committees.Position Details:Visa Sponsored Job:Yes
Relocation Assistance Eligible:Yes
Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Position Type & Term:Full time, Term - 6 months or more (Fixed Term)
Compensation Range:$76,650Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skillsrelevant to the role.Application NotesApplication Deadline: This position will be posted until filled withpriority given to applications submitted by January 26, 2024. Applicationssubmitted past this date may not be fully considered, depending on thequality and volume of applications received.
Required application materials (compiled into 1 PDF):
Application Questionnaire (answered within the online application)
Ensure you have the names and contact information of 4 professional referenceletter writers handy, as you must provide it during the application process(1 will be your PhD advisor, and the other 3 should be relevant to yourresearch and academic experience).
Full Application Packet - Please refer to the Required Application Documentslisted below for a list of all the required material.
Background checksare conducted for candidates selected for hire.
Work Location:Open to proposed U.S. Universities or Research Institutions.Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to beperformed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.
Length of Position: 2-year term position, based on continued programfunding. Successful applicants in this program work under the mentorship ofhost scientists in areas of mutual interest.What You Will DoHere is a brief outline of what one would expect to be responsible for in thisrole.
Established by NASA's Living With a Star program and UCAR/CPAESS in2009, this prestigious fellowship program is named after pioneering solarresearcher John A. "Jack" Eddy. The two-year fellowship is designed totrain the next generation of interdisciplinary heliophysics researchers. Itmatches early-career PhDs with experienced scientists at U.S. host researchinstitutions.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct independent or collaborative research under a proposed plan directlyrelated to the goals of the program.
Document the results of the research in scientific publications and presentresults at seminars and conferences.
Pursue outside activities that advance professional growth, which mayinclude contributing to educational programs, serving on committees, andattending workshops.
Work on Sun-Earth questions from a truly interdisciplinary perspective.
Get the freedom and support to pursue your research.
Establish a relationship with a new mentor at the start of your career.
Benefit from engagement in the preeminent fellowship available to theastrophysics community.Who We'd Love To Join Our TeamSuccessful candidates will en ure their application materials speak to thefollowing criteria:Education & Experience
Ph.D. degree in a related science;
Preference is given to those who are seeking their first... For full infofollow application link.
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