Research Scientist - NASA’s Space Radiation Program jobs in United States
cer-icon
Apply on Employer Site
company-logo

University of Houston · 1 day ago

Research Scientist - NASA’s Space Radiation Program

The University of Houston is inviting applications for a non-tenure-track Research Scientist position to support NASA’s Space Radiation Program. The role involves conducting research to develop computer models simulating the interaction of high charge and energy ions with biological matter, primarily at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

E-LearningEducationUniversities
check
H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Conduct research focused on developing computer models to simulate the interaction of high charge (Z) and energy (HZE) ions with biological matter
Work performed onsite at NASA’s Johnson Space Center

Qualification

Ph.D. in RadiobiologyComputational modelingMonte Carlo modelsResearch productivityCollaborative work

Required

Ph.D. in Radiobiology or a closely related field (e.g., Radiation Biology, Medical Physics, Biophysics, Health Physics, or Applied Physics)
Strong background in physics and radiation interactions with biological matter
Experience developing computational and Monte Carlo models for radiation track structure, micro/nanodosimetry, or biological damage
Demonstrated research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
Ability to work onsite at NASA Johnson Space Center

Preferred

Experience supporting federally funded or NASA-related research programs

Company

University of Houston

company-logo
The doctoral degree-granting and largest university of the University of Houston system.

H1B Sponsorship

University of Houston has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (107)
2024 (76)
2023 (80)
2022 (42)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$9.3M
Key Investors
National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsUS Department of EnergyCancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas
2024-04-09Grant
2023-10-05Grant· $2M
2018-09-19Grant· $4M

Leadership Team

leader-logo
Arthur Conklin
Professor Emeritus
linkedin
leader-logo
Brené Brown
Huffington Endowed Chair + Research Professor
linkedin
Company data provided by crunchbase