Assistant Researcher Full-time

Assistant Researcher

The Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles, seeks applicants for an Assistant Researcher. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in space physics or related fields.

The successful candidate will conduct research using the following: theoretical, observational, modeling, or experimental research on dynamics of solar wind and Earth's magnetosphere. Demonstrated use of ML/AI and analysis tools such as SPEDAS, IDL, Python is desirable. The core of the research is on topics addressed with current missions, including PSP, TRACERS, THEMIS, ARTEMIS, low-altitude and geosynchronous missions, and ground-based observatories. Candidates are expected to demonstrate (through published works) experience, breadth, and independence.

Work is to be carried out in collaboration with the Experimental Space Physics Group led by Prof. Vassilis Angelopoulos.

Candidates must provide a (a) curriculum vitae, (b) cover letter, (c) statement of research (max 2 pages), (d) UCLA Mission Statement, and the (e) names of three references including names and contact information.

Applications will be accepted via the UC Recruit website here beginning September 1, 2026. The deadline to submit your application is October 1, 2026.

Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Vassilis Angelopoulos (vassilis@igpp.ucla.edu).

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.