The Planetary Exploration Group of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, located in Laurel, MD, has an opening for a Post Doctoral researcher to assist in modeling, data analysis and scientific interpretation of planetary science data. This will include participating in the modeling, analysis, and/or interpretation of orbital gamma-ray and neutron spectroscopy data from various missions (e.g., MESSENGER, Lunar Prospector). Specific areas include understanding the surface composition of Mercury and the Moon, as well as science objectives associated with modeling and data analysis of the lunar polar regions. Develop new areas of research, mission concepts or instrumentation for purpose of furthering robotic investigations of planets, satellites and asteroids. Applicants must possess a PhD in Planetary Geology, Planetary Physics, Physics or a related field. It is desired that applicants possess experience with reduction, analysis and geologic interpretation of satellite-based planetary datasets; experience with techniques of gamma-ray and neutron transport modeling; experience with analysis and modeling of energetic particle instrumentation; and good communication skills. Interested candidates should send a CV with publication list, a cover letter, and the names of three professional references to Dr. David Lawrence, David.J.Lawrence@jhuapl.edu. Please include ?Lunar and Mercury Post Doc Position? on subject line.
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