The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Clemson University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Atmospheric and Space Physics under the mentorship of Assistant Professor Dr. Dong Lin. The position is focused on investigating auroral precipitation effects in the ionosphere-thermosphere using the Multiscale Atmosphere-Geospace Environment (MAGE) model. Research duties include comparative analysis using observational data such as DMSP, SWARM, and FPI measurements.
The anticipated start date is Spring/Summer 2026, with some flexibility possible related to the specific time of arrival. The initial appointment will be for one year with the potential for renewal for a second year, dependent on performance, funding etc.
About the Department:
For more information about Dr. Dong Lin, please visit the website https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/physics/about/profiles/dlin7
For more information about the department and its programs, please visit the website https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/physics/
For more information about Clemson, please visit the website http://www.clemson.edu/
The position is suitable for applicants with a background in numerical modeling and/or data analysis. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience with ionospheric conductivities, magnetosphere-ionosphere-thermosphere coupling, and global ionospheric-thermospheric dynamics, and hold a PhD in physics or another relevant field for no more than five years or expect to graduate in 2026.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit the following items via Interfolio at:
https://apply.interfolio.com/175387
• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of publications
• Dissertation abstract
• A clearly articulated statement of research interests of no more than 3 pages, excluding references
• Names and contact data of three references as a single PDF to Dr. Dong Lin (dlin7@clemson.edu). Reference letters will only be sought for short-listed candidates.
For more information, please contact Dr. Dong Lin at dlin7@clemson.edu.
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
