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Assistant Research Scientist in Planet Formation Institution: Johns Hopkins University Submit Resumes to: Job Description: Applications are invited for an Assistant Research Scientist position in the field of planet formation at the Department of Physics and Astronomy of The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) starting as early as November 2009. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible extension for a third year, pending on funding and satisfactory performance. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Ilaria Pascucci (JHU), Joan Najita (NOAO), and W. Dent (ALMA JAO) on the project entitled "Water Transport and Dispersal of Gas in Protoplanetary Disks" which is supported by the National Science Foundation. The research program has two main goals: 1) Map out the distribution and evolution of water vapor in protoplanetary disks to test how an when terrestrial planets can acquire water; and 2) identify atomic gas lines that can best trace the transition from gas-rich to gas-poor disks and thus constrain the time available to form gaint planets. The work will involve the reduction and analysis of high-resolution ground-based infrared spectra and modeling of the disk properties. The ground-base data will complement already available Spitzer/IRS spectra and scheduled Herschel/PACS far-infrared data from the Herschel Key Program "Gas in Protoplanetary Systems"(http://www.laeff.inta.es/projects/herschel/indes.php). The successful applicant is expected to take a leading role in the analysis and publication of the results. Research experience in infrared spectroscopy, disk modeling, star and planet formation is an advantage. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, brief statement of research interests and revelant work experience, list of publications, and three letters of reference to be sent to the email above. Completed applications received by August 31, 2009 are assured of full consideration. The JHU Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a dynamic environment that fosters creativity and provides excellent opportunities for professional growth. Research topics span from cosmology to solar system studies. JHU astrophysicists work on theory, observations as well as new-instrument development. Intellectual life is greatly enhanced by the close ties that exist with the Space Telescope Science Institute, located across the street from the Bloomberg Center for Physics and Asstonomy. The Johns Hopkins University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from women and memebers of underrepresented groups. Included Benefits: The Assistant Research Scientist will be entitled to a comprehensive benefit package
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