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Southwest Research Institute · 20 hours ago

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Heliospheric Physics

positionSan Antonio, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is a recognized leader in space science research and the development of spacecraft instrumentation. They are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead original scientific studies in heliospheric physics and collaborate with diverse research teams to publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.

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Responsibilities

Participate and carry out original research in experimental space physics
Publish original research in peer-reviewed articles and present results at relevant meetings
Support the science supporting the development of instruments to be flown on upcoming heliophysics missions
Interact with SwRI staff engaged in a broad range of observational, computational, and theoretical research in the physics of the heliosphere

Qualification

Heliospheric PhysicsPythonIDLExperimental Space PhysicsResearch PublicationCollaboration

Required

Requires a PhD in Physics, Space Physics, Plasma Physics or a related degree field
1-2 years: Must be a recently graduated PhD with experience with Python or IDL
A valid/clear driver's license is required

Company

Southwest Research Institute

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Southwest Research Institute is an independent organization benefiting the government and others through innovative science and more.
dateFounded in 1947
location
San Antonio, Texas, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.swri.org

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$19.47M
Key Investors
NASAUS Department of EnergyARPA-E
2025-03-11Grant· $3M
2023-06-09Grant· $2M
2022-12-14Series Unknown· $1.61M

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Walter D. Downing
Executive Vice President and COO
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Alan Stern
Associate Vice President
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