Extraterrestrial Sample Analysis

The focus of this research opportunity is to study the chemical dynamics of extraterrestrial samples through a combination of laboratory techniques. Several systematic studies are underway that utilize separate unique ultrahigh vacuum apparatus. Analysis includes post-irradiation mass spectrometry of deposited prebiotic molecules, laser-induced thermal desorption of volatiles, reflectron time-of-flight analysis of sputtered neutrals and ions, photon/electron stimulated desorption of surface atoms, and FTIR reflectance spectroscopy. A candidate must demonstrate experience and publications with vacuum technology and chemistry or physics.

Applications with citizens from Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at: https://www.nasa.gov/oiir/export-control.

Eligibility is currently open to:

• U.S. Citizens;
• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR);
• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status; and,
• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status

• Degree: Doctoral Degree.