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Mars Space Weather Temporary Researcher

Requisition Number:

67913

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Research Faculty

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

15-Oct-2025

Date Posted:

13-Oct-2025
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Job Summary

This is a temporary, short-term position to help understand the impact of the May 2024 solar storm on the Mars upper atmosphere, looking at the effect of large solar flares in particular.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizing human understanding of the cosmos. LASP is deeply committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers. From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth’s upper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet in the solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary and space physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the search for evidence of habitable worlds.

LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. We employ over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.

LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations. Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Development and use of innovative technologies and continuing participation in new research initiatives ensures a strong leadership role for LASP into the future. LASP is proud of our work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for a broad range of experiences. Further information about LASP can be found here: https://lasp.colorado.edu/home/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Analyze MAVEN atmospheric measurements.
  • Relate atmospheric response to solar drivers.
  • Write key findings in a peer reviewed journal article.

What You Should Know

  • Remote work possible.

What We Can Offer

  • $33.65 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. 

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What We Require

  • A PhD in atmospheric science, planetary science, physics or similar.

What You Will Need

  • Knowledge of Mars atmospheric response to solar flares.

What We Would Like You to Have

  • A publication record of solar flare impacts on Mars.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  1. Resume or CV.

Please apply by 10/15/25 for consideration. 

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu