2013 W. M. Keck Institute for Space Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship Program

Application Deadline: 12 Noon PST 28 November 2012

The W. M. Keck Institute for Space Studies (KISS) at the California Institute
of Technology announces an opportunity for highly qualified individuals to
apply for postdoctoral fellowships to conduct research in space science and
engineering. The primary purpose of KISS is to develop breakthrough planetary,
Earth, and astrophysics space mission concepts and technology by bringing
together a broad spectrum of scientists and engineers for sustained scientific
and technical interaction. The Keck Institute Fellowships will support
outstanding recent postdoctoral scientists to conduct research that is broadly
related to the goals of KISS and its funded study programs.

Please see http://www.kiss.caltech.edu
for additional information. This program is open to applicants of any
nationality who have earned (or will have earned) their doctoral degrees on or
after January 1, 2010, in any discipline. Awards will typically be for two
years, starting in 2013, at an annual stipend of $64,500 plus benefits, and an
additional allowance of $7,000 per year for travel and other research costs. A
one-time $4,000 relocation allowance is also provided. Applicants should
identify abilities and research plans that are relevant to the previous,
ongoing or proposed study programs of the Institute. Consideration will also be
given to applicants who propose research in areas of potential future interest
to the Keck Institute. Applications must include a letter of endorsement from a
Caltech/Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) postdoc sponsor who is associated with
the Institute. Up to two Keck Institute Fellowships will be awarded in 2013.
Caltech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women,
minorities, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.