Atmospheric Remote Sensing Retrieval Development Senior Scientist

Are you excited about advancing the frontiers of atmospheric and ionospheric science through cutting-edge remote sensing and space mission research?

Are you passionate about developing innovative retrieval algorithms and applying novel techniques, including machine learning, to maximize the value of atmospheric datasets?

Do you love working on complex scientific challenges that connect instrumentation, modeling, and analysis to uncover new insights into Earth and planetary environments?

If so, then we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

The Atmospheres and Ionospheres Group (SRZ) of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a Senior Scientist to develop and exploit remote sensing algorithms in the microwave regime and conduct scientific investigations of atmospheric/ionospheric/magnetospheric phenomena. The SRZ Group has a broad and active basic research program that focuses primarily on the atmospheric/ionospheric science on the Earth and other planets. It has significant development programs in space instrumentation and mission design. Active Civil Space missions and projects in the group include TIMED, EZIE, AMPERE, SuperDARN, and SuperMAG. In addition, the Group is involved in multiple suborbital geospace and technology demonstration missions as well as multiple programs funded by National Security Space sponsors. In addition to building remote and in situ sensing instrument capabilities, the Group seeks to apply advances in modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities afforded by increased computational power to augment and maximize the scientific understanding obtained from new and existing atmospheric and ionospheric datasets, both observational and simulated. This includes applications of machine-learning approaches to enhance the scientific return of current and future research and operational applications.

As a Senior Scientist you will....

• Conduct fundamental research in upper atmospheric and ionospheric physics.

• Analyze ground- and space-based remote sensing datasets to uncover new insights.

• Develop advanced retrieval algorithms that drive scientific discovery.

• Design, build, and test innovative remote sensing instrumentation for future missions.

• Present and publish your findings at leading conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.

• Lead and contribute to NASA and NSF grant proposals.

• Shape the future by formulating novel concepts for upcoming space missions and instruments.

You meet our minimum qualifications if you....

• Possess a PhD in Physics, Atmospheric Science, Optical Engineering, or in a related technical field plus 8+ years of relevant experience
• Have deep expertise in atmospheric remote sensing and radiative transfer retrievals and inversion problems
• Have proven experience in analysis and scientific interpretation of space physics data and demonstrated understanding of the workings of remote sensing instrumentation
• A record of published first author scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals

You go above and beyond our qualifications if you....

• Possess demonstrated effective leadership and management skills
• Have expertise in the development and writing of proposals for basic research and spaceflight instruments and/or missions
• Have expertise in the development of data analysis algorithms for remote sensing applications and development of data pipelines
• Experience in the design, building, modeling, and laboratory testing of space instrumentation

Special Working Conditions: Travel to scientific meetings is required

Be Part of Something Innovative

Over the past 25 years, the Space Exploration Sector at APL, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible; delivering game- changing impacts to sponsors like NASA and the Department of Defense. This includes historic, science space firsts like New Horizons reaching Pluto, Parker Solar Probe being the first to "touch" the sun, and the DART mission that redirected an asteroid for planetary defense. As a not-for-profit university affiliated research center, APL also delivered solutions to our nation's national security challenges, as proven with the recent Deep Space Advanced Radar Concept (DARC) Tech Demo, and acts as a trusted partner with the US Space Force in space domain awareness and space-integrated warfare.

APL teams are currently developing missions that will advance the search for life in the Solar System through programs such as Europa Clipper and Dragonfly, exploring the lunar and cislunar domains, and providing fundamental knowledge of our Sun's influence on the near-Earth environment through IMAP and other research and technology endeavors. To learn about these APL's mission and projects, https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/ and https://www.jhuapl.edu/OurWork/NationalSecuritySpace.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.