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Posted: 16-May-23
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4187216
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF08453
UCLA's Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences invites applications for a position in the Researcher Series as an Assistant Researcher to focus on the physical and dynamical properties of comets and asteroids.
A Ph.D. in planetary science, astronomy, physics, or the equivalent with at least five years of experience in research into the properties of asteroid and comet populations is required.
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of providing high-level observational and theoretical skills to research programs and professional activity with a focus on working with multiwavelength photometric data from ground- and space-based observatories. They will have contributed to publications in top-tier and specialty journals, will provide evidence for both independent research they led through first-author publications, and will make active contributions to team-based research projects through collaborative publications. They will have experience in method development and training and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students. They will have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and in contributing to inclusive research and educational environments. The researcher will be based in the research group directed by Prof. David Jewitt.
The successful candidate will engage in research, support research, prepare proposals for external funding to support additional projects, write manuscripts for publication in refereed journals, and will present their results at scientific meetings. Additional responsibilities include providing thermal modeling of comets and asteroids detected by facilities utilizing infrared and optical wavelengths such as the Hubble Space Telescope, the Near-Earth Object Wide-field Survey Explorer (NEOWISE), and ground-based facilities. The scholar will compute comet gas and dust production rates, nucleus sizes, and particle size distributions and emission dates. Additional work will involve development of a model capable of predicting cometary activity (including gas and dust) as a function of heliocentric distance and orbital characteristics in preparation for NASA's Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue significant independent research into the population characteristics of small solar system bodies and their origins and evolution. A diverse breadth of experience with theoretical modeling, observational data reduction, and observing technique is required. The scholar is expected to utilize the Python programming language where possible.
In addition, the Assistant Researcher is expected to mentor graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral researchers, and support relationships with students from minority-serving institutions including HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions and tribal institutions. The position will include opportunities to attend career development workshops and classes.
How to Apply:
Candidates must provide a (a) curriculum vitae, (b) cover letter, (c) statement of research (max 1 page), (d) statement on contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the names of three references including names and contact information. Application will be accepted via the UC Recruit website at http://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08453 beginning May 15th, 2023. The deadline to submit your application is June 14, 2023.
Inquiries may be directed to Prof. David Jewitt (jewitt@g.ucla.edu).
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08453
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
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UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
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