Research Associate

Title : Research Associate

Department : Physics

Reports To :

Distinguished Professor

Position Type : Staff

Position Summary : The

Center for Computational Heliophysics (CCH) of the New Jersey Institute of

Technology, Department of Physics, invites applications for a research

associate position for the development of helioseismology methods and numerical

MHD simulations for the investigation of properties of subsurface flows and magnetic

fields. We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in solar

physics, helioseismology, MHD modeling, mathematics, statistics, and

computational methods. Experience in analyzing observational data from the

Solar Dynamics Observatory and 3D numerical simulations is essential. The

successful applicant will be expected to work on the project, including the development

of software, publication of original research, and support of CCH projects. Applicants

should have obtained a Ph.D. in applied physics or a related field. The appointment's

start date is October 1, 2025. The initial appointment is for twelve months and

can be extended subject to funding availability. Benefits are competitive, and

salary will be commensurate with the applicant's experience.

Essential Functions :

• Development of helioseismology methods, analysis of large

data sets from Solar Observatory, global-Sun MHD modeling methods and software,

publication of original research, and support of CCH projects.

Prerequisite Qualifications :

in solar / applied physics or related field.

peer-reviewed articles.

Preferred Qualifications :

simulations.

Bargaining Unit : AFT-UCAN

Salary Information :

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $43,562 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page : https : / / hr.njit.edu / health-benefits.

FLSA : Exempt

Full-Time