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Development of high-resolution, broadband Raman spectrometers for planetary explorationJoin to apply for the Development of high-resolution, broadband Raman spectrometers for planetary exploration role at ORAUDevelopment of high-resolution, broadband Raman spectrometers for planetary exploration1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Development of high-resolution, broadband Raman spectrometers for planetary exploration role at ORAUGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive anizationNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)OrganizationNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)Reference Code0285-NPP-NOV25-GSFC-PlanetSciHow To ApplyAll applications must be submitted in ZintellectPlease visit the NASA Postdoctoral Program website for application instructions and requirements: How to Apply | NASA Postdoctoral Program ()A complete application to the NASA Postdoctoral Program includes:Research proposalThree letters of recommendationOfficial doctoral transcript documentsApplication Deadline11/1/2025 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time ZoneDescriptionAbout the NASA Postdoctoral ProgramThe NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center, NASA Headquarters, or at a NASA-affiliated research institute. These one- to three-year fellowships are competitive and are designed to advance NASA’s missions in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.Description:Raman spectroscopy is a powerful spectroscopic analysis technique, that has been applied into many geo-scientific areas including mineralogy, gemology, planetary exploration, and astrobiology, etc., and can provide accurate and detailed molecular and structural information of planetary materials. Owing to its advantages in no sample preparations, quick and non-destructive analyses, unambiguous phase identifications, as well as low-mass and robust behaviors on the mineralogy and mineral chemistries of rock and soil samples, many Raman spectroscopic studies on returned samples, meteorites and planetary analogues have been reported.However, almost all of these studies used traditional micro-Raman with a working distance of several centimeters or less. During planetary exploration, tools with long detective distance are desirable. In the early 1960s, remote Raman was developed and employed in the detection of gases. Kobayasi and Inaba successfully observed Raman features of SO2 and CO2 from an oil smoke plume using a remote Raman system at a distance of 20 m. In 1992, Angel employed a remote Raman system to identify solid inorganics and organics such as NaNO3, NaNO2, and acetaminophen at a distance of ten meters. To date, several Raman systems have been proposed for either in situ or remote detection on planetary surfaces for lander or rover exploration missions to the Moon, Mars, Venus, Europa, asteroids, etc. Remote Raman systems for planetary exploration have been established by several groups especially by the Raman spectroscopy laboratory at the University of Hawai’i, which has a greatly improved remote Raman instrument for the application in planetary explorations. At Goddard Space Flight Center, work is currently underway to demonstrate various Raman systems for planetary exploration, our team is looking for an NPP candidate that can participate in the conception, research and development of in-situ and stand-off Raman systems.Field of Science: Planetary ScienceAdvisors:Shahid (202) 340-0018Questions about this opportunity? Please email ideal candidate will have the following skills:A Ph.D in Planetary Sciences Experienced in developingPython programs to process and analyze spectral dataUnderstand the principles of classic Raman Spectrometers, Spatial heterodyne Raman Spectrometer (SHRS) and UV-Vis SpectroscopyUnderstand instruments such as SUPERCAM deployed on Mars Perform different forms of spectroscopy including LIBS, Raman, Time-resolved Fluorescence Spectroscopy, and Visible and InfraRed reflectance spectroscopy at a distanceExperienced using vacuum and high-pressure systemsExperienced in designing UV-VIS instrumentationPoint of ContactMikealaEligibility RequirementsCitizenship: U.S. Citizen OnlyDegree: Doctoral Degree.Seniority levelSeniority levelInternshipEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at ORAU by 2xGet notified about new Development Specialist jobs in Greenbelt, MD.Washington, DC $80,000.00-$90,000.00 1 week agoWashington DC-Baltimore Area $120,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week agoWashington DC-Baltimore Area $99,461.00-$128,329.00 1 week agoAssociate Director of Development, AthleticsProfessional Development Manager (Executive Management Assistant II)Learning & Development Manager - Digital CapabilityWashington, DC $72,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks agoWashington, DC $55,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks agoAssociate Director of Development, AthleticsWashington, DC $58,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks agoTalent Development & Engagement CoordinatorMcLean, VA $70,124.00-$105,278.00 6 days agoWashington, DC $55,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks agoLearning and Development Specialist, RemoteBethesda, MD $75,300.00-$92,867.00 3 days agoProduct Specialist, Crushing and Screening ApplicationsBusiness Development Coordinator - Energy and Project DevelopmentWashington, DC $62,000.00-$86,800.00 2 weeks agoWashington DC-Baltimore Area $85,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks agoDevelopment Associate (Philanthropy) - HALO USAWashington, DC $65,000.00-$75,000.00 1 week agoWashington, DC $150,000.00-$170,000.00 4 days agoArtificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development EngineerAnnapolis Junction, MD $76,700.00-$129,500.00 7 months agoTalent Development Analyst / Training and Development SpecialistArlington, VA $49,440.00-$59,196.00 3 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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