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Graduate Research Opportunities

Atmospheric Aerosol Measurements

Numerical Aerosol Models

  • Position: Graduate Research Assistants
  • Position: Postdoctoral Scholar
  • Position: Project Scientist


  • Position: Graduate Research Assistants

    Students interested in the Atmospheric Aerosol Group can find information on applying at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography site:

    • Scripps Institution of Oceanography Graduate Student Applications

    • Positions for research assistants in the Atmospheric Aerosol Group will be available starting in June 2008 for thesis topics related to one or more of the following topic areas.
    • aerosol-cloud interactions
    • organic aerosol measurements
    • aerosol effects on climate
    • air-sea particle fluxes
    • nanoparticle thermodynamics
    • aerosol phase transitions

    Position:  Postdoctoral Scholar

    Quantifying Uncertainty in Atmospheric Aerosol Particles

    Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego seeks a postdoctoral research associate for analysis and modeling of atmospheric aerosol particle measurements.  The project will involve a review of a wide variety of aerosol measurements in the context of improving global climate models, with particular attention to organic aerosol measurements by mass spectrometry, FTIR, and NEXAFS.  A strong background in aerosol chemical composition and their evolution in the environment is required, and a working knowledge of programming for data analysis with statistical packages is a strong advantage.  A completed PhD in a relevant field of engineering or science is required, along with a demonstrated commitment to publication of results.  The position lasts for 2 years, with an initial appointment of 1 year at $42,000 per year (higher salaries commensurate with experience).  Additional information about the position, including a list of related publications is posted at http://aerosol.ucsd.edu. The anticipated start date is 1 March 2008.

    Please send as a single pdf file a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, your thesis abstract, publications, and the names of three professional references to:  Prof. Lynn Russell at

     Scripps Institution of Oceanography at University of California San Diego is an equal opportunity employer.



    Position:  Project Scientist

    Organic Aerosol Measurements at Polar and Marine Field campaigns

    Applications are solicited for an Assistant Project Scientist position at the Center for Atmospheric Sciences (CAS).  Potential candidates should have a Ph.D. in atmospheric chemistry or a related discipline.  A minimum of 2 years experience are required after the Ph.D. in experimental research in one or more of the following areas: aerosol chemistry, infrared spectroscopy, aerosol mass spectrometry, organic chemistry, cloud-aerosol physics and chemistry.  Experience can be demonstrated via publication records and experience in field experiments and instrument development.  Everything being equal, skills and demonstrated experience in measuring organic particle composition and interpreting results of shipboard, airborne, and other field measurements are desirable.

    The successful candidate will help in the collection and interpretation of aerosol composition measurements using infrared spectrometry and aerosol mass spectrometry.  Other duties include help in operation of instrumentation in the lab and at field locations, data analyses, and proposal development.  The initial appointment is for two years, and is renewable depending on performance and the continued availability of funds.  Salaries offered will be commensurate with experience and according to current University of California salary scales.

    Applications received before 1 January 2008 will get full consideration, and the position will remain open until filled.  The anticipated start date is 1 March 2008. Please send as a single pdf file a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, your thesis abstract, publications, and the names of three professional references to: 

    Project Scientist Committee
    c/o Andrea Fincham
    Scripps Institution of Oceanography
    University of California, San Diego
    9500 Gilman Drive
    La Jolla CA, 92093-0221


    Scripps Institution of Oceanography at University of California San Diego is an equal opportunity employer.