Mid-Atlantic HERC

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, AIR QUALITY, PUBLIC HEALTH, AND SATELLITE DATA APPLICATIONS, Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, to perform cutting-edge research on projects centered around satellite data applications for air quality and public health in the Fiore research group (teampaccc.mit.edu) at MIT under the guidance of Dr. Fiore. May also conduct and analyze simulations with chemistry-transport and/or chemistry-climate models as well as in situ and/or remotely sensed observations from ground or airborne platforms. Other duties include leading scientific publications and presentations, as well as the design and documentation of software, including for scientific analysis and visualization.

REQUIRED: Ph.D. in atmospheric chemistry, remote sensing, climate science, or related field; strong publication record in relevant journals; proven competence with programming for scientific analysis and visualization such as in Python; self-motivation with and demonstrated ability to conduct independent research; strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills; and ability to deliver results, adapt to change, work on research proposals, and work in team-oriented environments, including in collaborations with stakeholder partners. PREFERRED: Research experience in the development of remote sensing retrieval algorithms, the application of satellite data, air quality modeling, atmospheric chemistry modeling, and/or statistical modeling approaches (including machine learning).

Please submit a single PDF with the following: cover letter specifying relevant qualifications, current research interests, and expertise; curriculum vitae; brief statement of research interests (max of one-page) and one peer-reviewed publication. Additionally, please provide contact information for three references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The ideal start date is September 1, 2026, or a mutually discussed date.

This is a one-year position with a possibility of extension.

5/15/2026