Postdocs
Objectives of Jet Propulsion Laboratory's Postdoc Office include:
- Manage and oversee the various postdoc programs.
- Sustain a support infrastructure for the postdoc community throughout their lifecycle.
- Create platforms for postdocs to showcase their research and network with JPL’s research community.
- Advocate and address institutional requirements or changes affecting the postdoc and advisor communities.
- Support the postdoc advisor community with administrative processes and advisor mentoring and development.
Contributions and opportunities for postdocs include:
- Become an integral part of a research group by infusing fresh expertise and perspectives.
- Engage in original research that leads to first-author peer-reviewed publications, contributing to JPL's scientific output and enhancing the postdoc’s reputation within the scientific community.
- Strengthen research skills to continue the journey towards becoming an accomplished and independent researcher in your field.
- Build a strong professional network, internally and externally.
- Work on professional trajectories.
Programs
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JPL Postdoctoral Program
Postdoctoral scholars are a critical part of JPL’s research community. They bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm with which to perform research in earth and space science and technology. Postdoc contributions help JPL build on its status as one of the leading institutions of research worldwide.
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NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP)
The NPP provides some of the most talented new and senior fellows with opportunities to participate in NASA mission-related activities as guests at NASA Centers, Headquarters, and other NASA-approved sites, such as JPL. It provides the opportunity for concentrated research for up to a two-year appointment.
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Other Postdoctoral Programs
Explore additional Postdoctoral opportunities offered to the research community.
JPL Postdoctoral Program
Postdoctoral scholars are a critical part of JPL’s research community. They bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm with which to perform research in earth and space science and technology. Postdoc contributions help JPL build on its status as one of the leading institutions of research worldwide.
NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP)
The NPP provides some of the most talented new and senior fellows with opportunities to participate in NASA mission-related activities as guests at NASA Centers, Headquarters, and other NASA-approved sites, such as JPL. It provides the opportunity for concentrated research for up to a two-year appointment.
Other Postdoctoral Programs
Explore additional Postdoctoral opportunities offered to the research community.