Postdoctoral Position in Lunar Research

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Iowa is searching for a postdoctoral research scientist to study the interaction of the Moon's surface, exosphere, and magnetic fields with the space environment. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Prof. Jasper Halekas, as well as other researchers from the LADEE and ARTEMIS teams and the DREAM2 node of SSERVI. A Ph.D. in physics, planetary science, or a related field is required, and a background in space plasmas is a plus. Previous experience in working with spacecraft data is desired, and familiarity with IDL or similar computational tools is a plus. Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, a list of publications, a brief statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to jasper-halekas@uiowa.edu. Review of applications will begin November 21, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal. 

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