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| Postdoctoral position: stars and stellar populations in globular clusters | Closing date: 2022-06-10
Contact: Ariane Lançon |
| Applications are invited for a post-doc to contribute to studies of the formation and stellar populations of globular clusters. The work will take place within a collaboration between Lyon, Strasbourg (PI), Montpellier, Geneva, Sao Paulo, Santiago (ANR project "Popsycle"). Candidates with expertise in stellar population modelling, the acquisition and analysis of stellar population-related data, and/or the formation and evolution of globular clusters (all aspects) are welcome to apply. | | ▸ more | The Popsycle project is a collaboration between experts stellar evolution (Geneva, Montpellier), stellar population studies (all partners) and stellar dynamics (Strasbourg), aiming at studying the properties, the formation and the evolution of globular clusters and of their multiple populations, in the wider context of galaxy evolution. The selected postdoc, depending on his/her background and interests, will contribute to the computation of isochrones from new stellar evolution models, the modelling of stellar populations, the gathering and exploitation of related data (stellar spectra, globular cluster properties; proposals for new instruments; data analysis), or other astrophysical studies related to globular clusters and their stars. A fraction of her/his time will remain available for their personal projects.
Details of the offer and application guidelines can be found at :
https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR5574-FERSOU-001/Default.aspx?lang=EN
and by contacting Pr. Ariane Lançon at Observatoire astronomique de Strasbourg.
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| Postdoc Positions available in the Centre of Scientific Excellence - Solar and Stellar Activity, University of Wroclaw | Closing date: 2022-06-08
Contact: Arkadiusz Berlicki |
| Two postdoctoral positions are available in the frame of NEFRIX (Non-Equilibrium Flare Radiation from Infrared to X-rays) project realized in the Center of Scientific Excellence - Solar and Stellar Activity located at the University of Wroclaw (Poland). These positions offer young scientists an opportunity to advance their research skills in the field of solar physics. | | ▸ more | Successful candidates will be employed for a two-year period, with the possibility of extension, and will conduct research in solar physics, particularly related to modelling and simulations of the quiet and active atmosphere of the Sun and stars (postdoc #1) and related to the reduction, analysis and interpretation of the observational data from the quiet and active atmosphere of the Sun and stars (postdoc #2).
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in solar physics, astrophysics, space physics or in a closely related fields, obtained not earlier than in 2014.
This project aims to develop a research group conducting scientific research concerning magnetic activity of the Sun and stars, and related space weather. The team consists of both experienced and young scientists whose activity focuses on the analysis of observations and simulations of solar and stellar active phenomena, and on the use of advanced computational methods and existing numerical codes to interpret observations and to construct models of these phenomena on various spatial and temporal scales.
Deadline for applications is 8 June 2022 - please find more details about the position at:
postdoc #1: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/779755
postdoc #2: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/779795
For more information about the positions, please contact Dr Arkadiusz Berlicki (arkadiusz.berlicki @ uwr.edu.pl), or Prof. Petr Heinzel (petr.heinzel @ asu.cas.cz)
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| Study of the detectability of potential biosignatures in extrasolar planets | Closing date: 2022-06-30
Contact: Juan Cabrera |
| A central task of the current project is to upwardly extend the upper boundary of the climate-photochemical model (1D-TERRA) by including thereby the relevant climate processes operating in the thermosphere and exosphere. This work is part of a larger project in which high energy particles and ion chemistry are modelled by project partners at the University of Kiel and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. | | ▸ more | The activities of the Department of Extrasolar Planets and Atmospheres (EPA) at the Institute for Planetary Research (PF) in Berlin involve analysis of photometric time series data in order to detect and characterize exoplanets, as well as the development of numerical models which simulate exoplanetary lightcurves, planetary composition and atmospheric properties.
The modeling section of PF-EPA have developed a radiative-convective climate model with coupled photochemistry in order to investigate the atmospheric temperature structure and chemical composition of rocky exoplanets and gassy Sub-Neptunes. A particular focus lies on the atmospheric modeling of small exoplanets which orbit cool stars in the habitable zone.
A central task of the current project is to upwardly extend the upper boundary of the climate-photochemical model (1D-TERRA) by including thereby the relevant climate processes operating in the thermosphere and exosphere. This work is part of a larger project in which high energy particles and ion chemistry are modelled by project partners at the University of Kiel and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.
The post-doctoral position is part of the German Research Agency (DFG) special research program (SPP) entitled ?Exploring the Diversity of Extrasolar Planets? (SPP 1992).
Please, use the following link for the application:
http://s.dlr.de/eso7M
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| Phenomenology of Self-interacting Dark Matter - University of Hamburg | Closing date: 2022-06-05
Contact: Marcus Brüggen |
We are seeking to fill a PhD position in the phenomenology of self-interacting Dark Matter at the observatory of the University of Hamburg.
At the intersection of astronomy and particle physics the successful candidate will conduct theoretical research on dark matter phenomenology using cosmological simulations. | | ▸ more |
A masters degree in physics or astronomy is required, as well as documented experience in programming and work on high-performance computer systems. Knowledge of cosmology and extragalactic astronomy is expected.
This position is part of the Excellence Cluster "Quantum Universe" that pools interdisciplinary work in astronomy, particle physics and mathematics. We offer a vibrant international environment with world-class research facilities and a successful mentoring programme.
Applicants should send a CV, transcript of records, and a motivation letter. They are also requested to arrange two letters of recommendations to be sent electronically to mbruggen @ gmx.ch.
Salary is paid according to the German public service pay scale 0.67% of TV-L E13. including wellness benefits, workplace insurance, pension contributions and holiday pay. Germany has a generous public welfare system, which includes comprehensive medical insurance, sick pay, and compensation for parental leave.
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| Postdoctoral position in astronomical instrumentation | Closing date: 2022-07-15
Contact: Brice-Olivier Demory |
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral position at the Centre for Space and Habitability (CSH, http://csh.unibe.ch) of the University of Bern.
The successful applicant will work in the frame of the new ERC Consolidator project "SenseLife" of Prof. Brice-Olivier Demory (http://www.saintex.unibe.ch). The Postdoctoral researcher will be expected to contribute to the further development of high-sensitivity polarimeters for field and airborne measurement campaigns. | | ▸ more | Profile
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We are looking for an outstanding instrumentation scientist, a team player, who will work in a multidisciplinary group that includes, in addition to astrophysicists, microbiologists and computer scientists. This project will further collaborations with the Universities of Neuchatel, Leiden, Geneva, Zurich and ETH Zurich in the frame of the NCCR PlanetS.
The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to be involved in other key activities of the group, such as medical instrumentation for cancer research and surgery at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Bern.
A qualified candidate should have been awarded a PhD on or after 1 October 2016 and have expertise in optical instrumentation design and development. Candidates with further specialisation in adaptive optics or polarimetry are strongly encouraged to apply.
What we offer
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Starting salary is between 87'750 and 99'450 CHF based on experience, with an initial appointment of 2 years. Child allowance and maternity/paternity leave are offered. Part-time appointment is also possible, as well as flexible work patterns.
The expected starting date is 1 October 2022. The position comes with a research budget for travel, publication costs and computing resources.
Application
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Applications are invited from all nationalities and should consist of 1) a cover letter,
2) a CV, 3) a summary of past achievements (3 pages max.), 4) a list of publications and
5) the names and contact details of 3 references.
The University of Bern is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Materials should be submitted through the following web interface:
https://ohws.prospective.ch/public/v1/jobs/6b262774-42f5-45bb-b244-517474f46b63
Applications received by *15 July 2022* will receive full consideration.
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| 3 PhD positions within the new CRC 1491 | Closing date: 2022-05-31
Contact: Dominik Bomans |
Within the framework of the newly established CRC 1491 "The Interplay of Cosmic Matter - from Source to Signal", a total of 3 PhD positions are currently available at the Astronomical Institute of the Ruhr University Bochum (Germany) in the following subprojects:
A2: Magnetic fields, cosmic rays and outflows in dwarf galaxies (Prof. Bomans).
A5: Decoding cosmic ray signatures in AGN starburst composites (Prof. Dettmar)
F6: Dark matter and gas in galaxies (Dr Wright). | | ▸ more | The Astronomical Institute (Faculty of Physics and Astronomy) of the Ruhr University Bochum (Germany) is looking to recruit three scientific assistants (m/f/d) with 29.87 hours per week (TVL E13) limited for 3 years.
Within the framework of the newly established CRC 1491 "The Interplay of Cosmic Matter - from Source to Signal", a total of 3 positions are currently available in the following subprojects:
A2: Magnetic fields, cosmic rays and outflows in dwarf galaxies (Prof. Bomans).
A5: Decoding cosmic ray signatures in AGN starburst composites (Prof. Dettmar)
F6: Dark matter and gas in galaxies (Dr Wright).
Your tasks:
Research in the respective project and linked projects in the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1491. A PhD thesis inside project context is desired and will be actively promoted within the integrated graduate school of the CRC.
Core tasks in the respective projects are the following:
A2: Reduction and analysis of radio continuum and multi-messenger data from dwarf galaxies with high and low star formation rates.
A5: Reduction and analysis of radio continuum and multi-messenger data from AGN starburst galaxies
F6: Reduction and analysis of Galaxy-Galaxy Lensing data from ground-based and space telescopes.
Your profile:
* A Master degree in physics or astronomy.
* Experience with data from radio astronomical interferometers (A2, A5)
* Experience with astronomical optical / NIR imaging survey data (F6)
* Willingness and motivation to work in international teams
* good command of the English language, both written and spoken
* solid knowledge in programming, ideally in Python and/or R
We offer:
* Work in a dedicated, international, and appreciative team on some of the most exciting current topics in astrophysics.
* a wide range of support on the way to your doctorate in the integrated research training group of the CRC
* International experience through research stays with our international partners.
Further information:
For further information, please contact the PIs of the projects:
A2: Prof. Bomans Email: bomans @ astro.rub.de Tel.: +49 234 32 22335
A5: Prof. Dettmar Email: dettmar @ astro.rub.de Tel.: +49 234 32 23454
F6: Dr. Wright Email: wright @ astro.rub.de Tel.: +49 234 32 24224
Unfortunately, travel expenses, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for interviews cannot be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application, by May 31, 2022 by email (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and bibliography as PDF documents), and indication of 2 persons for "Letters of Reference" to the following address: goeldner @ astro.rub.de.
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| Codi: RN002256250422 Postdoctoral position in time-domain astronomy, with specialization on large transient surveys | Closing date: 2022-06-01
Contact: Nadejda Blagorodnova Mujortova |
| We are offering a 3-year post-doctoral position in time-domain astronomy at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences at the University of Barcelona (ICCUB), Spain. The postdoctoral researcher will join the research group led by Dr. Nadejda Blagorodnova, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Project CET-3PO. | | ▸ more | We are offering a 3-year post-doctoral position in time-domain astronomy at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences at the University of Barcelona (ICCUB), Spain. The postdoctoral researcher will join the research group led by Dr. Nadejda Blagorodnova, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Project CET-3PO.
The group research will focus on the study of the common envelope phase in massive binaries with observations of luminous red novae (LRNe) transients, their progenitors, and their precursor emission. As a member of the research group, the postdoctoral researcher will have privileged access to data and observational resources from the BlackGEM survey partnership, and will be involved in the large international collaborations of Transients and Variable Stars Science Collaboration (LSST), and ZTF.
The first year of the position will primarily focus on: 1) identification of likely LRNe progenitors in nearby galaxies, and 2) development and optimization of selection strategies for the early detection of LRNe and their precursors from alerts issued by LSST, BlackGEM and ZTF transient surveys. Subsequent research will focus on the coordinated follow-up of LRNe and other astrophysical transients (depending on the interests of the candidate), and the observational multi-wavelength study exploiting the early scientific results of the surveys. The successful candidate will be encouraged to take part in the supervision of master students and/or PhD students.
Applicants must have a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics or related fields, or be on track to obtain it by the time the contract starts. Previous experience in observational astronomy, computational astronomy, astrostatistics, or large transient surveys would be appreciated. Positions can start as early as October 2022, but no later than January 2023. Gross annual salary will be in the range of 40 to 46 k?, depending on experience, with included social security and public healthcare benefits, covering spouse and children. A generous research and travel allowance is also provided.
Applications should be in English, and must include the following:
1. CV
2. Publication list
3. Statement of research interests (max 3 pages)
4. Two letters of reference. These should be sent directly to cet3po @ gmail.com
email subject*
CET3PO CODI RN002256250422
The review process will start immediately, but applications will be considered until the position is filled.
We regard diversity as an asset within a team, and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The ICCUB is an interdisciplinary center hosting a vibrant fundamental research program in cosmology, astrophysics and particle physics, with a strong technology unit supporting our participation in international collaborations in observational astronomy and experimental particle physics.
Acronym*
CET-3PO
Project title*
Common Envelope Transients ? Progenitors, Precursors, and Properties of their Outbursts
IP*
Nadejda Blagorodnova Mujortova
Department*
Department of Quantum Physics and Astrophysics
Gross salary per year*
40 - 46 k EUR
Additional information: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/776933
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| Ph.D. student in time-domain astronomy, with specialization on large transient surveys and luminous red novae | Closing date: 2022-06-15
Contact: Nadejda Blagorodnova Mujortova |
| We invite applications for a 4-year Ph.D. position in time-domain astronomy at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences at the University of Barcelona (ICCUB), Spain. The Ph.D student will join the research group led by Dr. Nadejda Blagorodnova, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Project CET-3PO. | | ▸ more | We invite applications for a 4-year Ph.D. position in time-domain astronomy at the Institute of Cosmos Sciences at the University of Barcelona (ICCUB), Spain. The Ph.D student will join the research group led by Dr. Nadejda Blagorodnova, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Project CET-3PO.
The group research will focus on the study of the common envelope phase in massive binaries with observations of luminous red novae (LRNe) transients, their progenitor systems, and their precursor emission. The student will work with the large transient surveys of BlackGEM, LSST, and ZTF, and lead the multi-wavelength observational study of LRNe, and the modelling of their massive binary progenitors using detailed evolutionary codes. As a member of the research group, the student will have privileged access to data and observational resources from the BlackGEM survey partnership, and will be involved in the large international collaborations of Transients and Variable Stars Science Collaboration (LSST), and ZTF.
An MSc in astronomy or related field is required. Positions can start as early as October 2022, but no later than January 2023. The remuneration includes full benefits, and includes a generous research and travel allowance.
The application should be in English, and must include the following:
1. CV
2. A motivation letter where you introduce yourself, describe your motivation for applying, your previous experience of relevance for the position (e.g. education, thesis work or other research activities), and your research interest and future goals (max 3 pages).
The applications need to be sent by June 15th, 2022 to cet3po @ gmail.com. The review process will start immediately, but applications will be considered until the position is filled.
We regard diversity as an asset within a team, and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The ICCUB is an interdisciplinary center hosting a vibrant fundamental research program in cosmology, astrophysics and particle physics, with a strong technology unit supporting our participation in international collaborations in observational astronomy and experimental particle physics.
The ICCUB is located in Barcelona, considered the 8th World's Best Cities 2021: one with near-perfect weather year-round, miles and miles of beaches, iconic parks, striking architecture and colourful neighbourhoods that march to their own beat?artistic, sophisticated, bohemian. Moreover, it is a pole of attraction for the technology sector, a top choice to establish a company in this sector, and it hosts some of the world's major technological events, such as the Mobile World Congress and the Smart City Expo. In addition, Barcelona and its metropolitan area is a leading destination on the map of global technological ecosystems and has infrastructures such as science parks, universities and the 22@ district.
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| Postdoctoral Associate: Exoplanetary/Substellar and/or Time-domain Astronomy | Closing date: 2022-06-30
Contact: Stanimir Metchev |
Two areas of expertise are sought:
1. Exoplanets or brown dwarfs: to lead aspects of the science preparation and characterization of nearby ultra-cool dwarfs for a proposed transit-exoplanet micro-satellite mission for the Canadian Space Agency.
2. Time-domain astronomy / robotic observatories: to lead science operations with three 0.5m robotic telescopes equipped with rapid cameras for stellar occultation or transit exoplanet observations. | | ▸ more | Prof. Stanimir Metchev at the Western University Department of Physics & Astronomy and the Institute for Earth and Space Exploration (Western Space), Canada, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate. Two areas of expertise are sought. Applicants with qualifications in either or both areas are invited to apply:
1. Exoplanetary or brown dwarf astrophysics. The successful applicant will lead aspects of the science preparation, notably the characterization of nearby ultra-cool dwarfs, for a proposed transit-exoplanet micro-satellite mission for the Canadian Space Agency: POET (Photometric Observations of Extrasolar Transits). Background in precision photometry, spectroscopy, or time series analysis would be advantageous.
2. Time-domain astronomy and robotic observatories. The successful applicant will lead science operations with three 0.5m robotic telescopes equipped with rapid-imaging cameras for stellar occultation or transiting exoplanet observations. Strong computer programming expertise is required. Experience with hardware/software interfacing, systems automation, or data management would be advantageous.
The candidate will be expected to actively pursue additional ground- or space-based observations in support of one or both programs. Further opportunities for collaboration with Metchev's team exist in the fields of brown dwarfs, exoplanets, circumstellar debris disks, or solar system astronomy. Western University has access to all Canadian national telescopes, including Gemini, the CFHT, ALMA, and a slew of 1-2 metre-class telescopes. Metchev's team also uses JWST, TESS, Hubble, NOAO and ESO telescopes, and the NASA/IRTF.
Remuneration is CA$60,000 per year. Western University provides a competitive benefits package for postdoctoral associates. The start date is flexible, but preferably no later than October 1, 2022. The appointment will be for up to three years, contingent on annual progress reviews and availability of funds.
Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Astronomy, Planetary Science, or a related field. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a 2-3-page statement of research experience and interests, and the names of three references directly to Prof. Metchev. For full consideration, complete applications should be received by June 15, 2022. For further information, please contact Prof. Metchev (smetchev @ uwo.ca).
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
About Western
Western ranks as one of Canada?s top research-intensive universities. From fundamental to applied discovery and other scholarly activities, its scholars advance knowledge that provides tangible benefits for the economic, social, health and cultural development of citizens in London, in Canada and around the world. Western Research supports scholars through collaboration, communication, and service. Western University and its affiliate colleges received more than $267 million in research funding over the past year.
Important Note
Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
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| Technical Information Engineer | Closing date: 2022-05-30
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An amazing opportunity for an experienced engineer to develop and manage a technical information database for the operation of the world's largest radio telescopes. | | ▸ more | At the SKAO we are coordinating a global effort to deliver one of the largest science facilities on the planet. The SKAO telescopes will be next-generation instruments that will help to answer key questions in astrophysics, drive technological innovation and support human capital development.
The Role
The Technical Information Engineer will support the operations of the SKA Telescopes by creating a technical information database. They will play a leading role in defining the format and the information required for operations.
The Technical Information Engineer will be responsible for the management and re-packaging of the Maintenance and Operational data and procedures into data modules. They will also integrate information received from the SKA construction contractors and will be responsible for developing an interactive electronic technical publication system using the Confluence platform.
The Technical Information Engineer will restructure and develop a range of data modules and work packages, and ensure that financial, quality, and timeframe objectives are met.
The Technical Information Engineer will establish and continually develop a Common Source Database (CSDB) to contain the operational procedures and technical information required for the successful operations and maintenance of the SKA Telescopes located in Australia and South Africa. They will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of electronic technical publications for the SKA Observatory including operations, maintenance, and safety procedures.
The Technical Information Engineer will be part of the SKA Operations Group, reporting to the Head of Engineering Performance. The Technical Information Engineer will play a leading role in specifying the format and contents that will be provided by contractors during construction, and will further develop the information obtained and integrate the data into a CSDB which forms the basis for the publication of operations and maintenance procedures.
This role will be based at the SKAO Headquarters at Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK, and flexibility around working hours will be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager and where operationally viable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and format the Operational and Maintenance information into data modules, and ensure the engineering activities are delivered effectively and meet safety, scheduling, cost and quality objectives.
- Develop, author and edit data modules to be used by the Operational and Maintenance personnel at the SKA Telescopes sites in Australia and South Africa.
- Integrate, review and approve the data modules into a Common Source Database (CSDB).
- Publish and distribute technical documentation and publications.
- Manage the technical documentation workload, including documentation received from contractors and external partners, ensuring work is allocated appropriately and resources are fully utilised.
- Coach and mentor colleagues to share learning and experience and contribute to the development of SKA Operations and Maintenance information management capabilities.
- Identify and assess potential safety and security implications of proposed activities, taking the relevant corrective action or escalating to the relevant manager to ensure a safe and secure working environment for all.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Degree in Electronics Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics or another closely related and relevant field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven technical authoring experience (typically at least ten years) in engineering research and development projects, in radio astronomy, astronomy, telecommunications or defence, or a broad electronic technical publication knowledge.
- Experience in electronic technical documentation projects with an ability to provide direction and mentoring for others.
- Experience of ASD S1000D specification and/or DITA technical authoring, including Common Source Database (CSDB), Data Module Content Management Systems, structured documentation and xml editing.
- Up to date knowledge of external issues (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards etc.) including safety areas.
- Experience of using collaboration environments, such as Confluence, to create a technical documentation database.
- Good English oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence people in widely differing parts of a complex organisation.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Membership, or eligibility for membership, of recognised national or international institutes.
- Experience with Jira ticketing environment.
- Experience using authoring tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Robohelp, Microsoft Word, WordPress, Acrobat (for PDF creation).
- Experience in illustration software such as Adobe Illustrator, Visio, SmartDraw, PaintShop Pro, PhotoShop.
- Experience of using configuration management software and or Logistic Support Analysis Systems.
Full details and apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/technical-information-engineer-479629.html
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| Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer | Closing date: 2022-05-30
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An amazing opportunity for an experienced engineer with broad technical knowledge of the system engineering of high technology systems to join an international team and contribute to the delivery of one of the largest scientific facilities on the planet. | | ▸ more | The Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer will contribute to the overall System Engineering effort, providing direction and influencing activities leading to the creation of a Maintenance and Support Plan for the SKA Telescopes.
The Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer will support the operations group by preparing the work to develop an engineering operations and support plan. They will work with the project and design engineers to ensure coherence at the system level, will determine, plan, and perform RAM and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) at the telescope level, and will participate in the development of an LSA database and a Support Simulation Model. The Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer will also participate in the development of a Data Module Requirement List (DMRL) and a Common Source Database (CSDB) at the observatory level, and will analyze the reliability and logistic problems with a focus on the optimisation of operational availability.
The Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer will play a leading role in defining the maintenance plan and performance monitoring requirements for telescope operations, being responsible for the analysis and implementation of improvements to the plan during operations. They will also integrate the information from SKA construction contractors and be responsible for developing an interactive electronic technical publication for SKA engineering operations.
This role will be based at the SKAO Global Headquarters at Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK, and flexibility around working hours will be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable, ensuring telescope delivery is not impacted.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the application of Reliability and Logistic Engineering on the SKA Telescopes and ensure good communication amongst the telescope teams.
- Develop a maintenance plan and guide colleagues, project members and the operational teams through the decision-making process to achieve an optimal maintenance solution.
- Monitor the Engineering and Telescope performance to ensure that the Operational Availability, KPIs and Cost objectives/budget are achieved.
- Lead and participate in failure analysis with operations and project team leaders on the development of telescope systems.
- Conduct Availability and Maintenance reviews to identify opportunities to improve the processes, facilities or equipment proposals to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintain relationships between project management, systems engineering, and mission assurance.
- Manage the internal and external teams to ensure a high quality of service that meets safety, quality and performance standards.
- Produce technical reports, providing conclusions and recommendations, regarding Operational and Maintenance issues.
- Coach and mentor colleagues to share learning and experience, and contribute to the development of SKAO Engineering Performance capabilities.
- Represent SKAO and Operations at technical and professional forums to keep up to date with best practice.
- Support the continued development and evolution of SKA operations by developing engineering skills and keeping up to date with relevant developments within operations.
- Identify, assess, and understand potential safety and security implications of proposed activities, initiate the relevant action (and provide inputs to safety procedures) to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
- Regularly travel nationally and internationally as required.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- University degree in Engineering, Physics, or other closely related and relevant fields.
- Broad technical knowledge of the system engineering of high technology systems, such as large observatories, space systems, telecommunications networks, nuclear power plants, military projects etc.
- Recognised technical expert in RAM and Logistics engineering with up-to-date knowledge of external issues (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards, safety etc.).
- Experience in Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) analysis, modelling and simulation of complex systems, Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), Support Simulation Modelling and Technical Publications requirements such as MIL-STD-1388-2B, Def Stan 00-60, ASD S1000D and IETM/IETP.
- Experience in critical technologies or major units within large RF systems, such as radio astronomy observatories or radars.
- Ability to adapt to the needs of a significant engineering and technical/scientific project, requiring a working knowledge or demonstrated ability to quickly learn about astronomical telescope infrastructure and/or software.
- Ability to understand the financial implications of reliability and support related problem areas.
- Excellent planning and organising skills, with the ability to delegate.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with different internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to coach and mentor.
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Membership of, or eligibility for membership of, recognised national or international system engineering institutes.
- Experience of the development, implementation and execution of integrated logistics processes in projects in high technology environments.
- Experience using Logistics Support Analysis and RAM modelling tools.
- Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management systems.
- Experience of working in a (radio) astronomical observatory or similar large-scale facility.
- Experience in using configuration management software.
- Experience in using collaboration environments such as Confluence and/or Jira ticketing system.
- Microsoft Word, Word Press, Acrobat (for PDF creation).
Full details and apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/telescope-ram-and-logistics-engineer-462526.html
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| Postdoc position, active galaxies | Closing date: 2022-05-31
Contact: Bozena Czerny |
Post-doctoral position at the CTP PAS in the project ERC-Synergy Sub-percent calibration of the extragalactic distance scale in the era of big surveys; financed by ERC as part of the European Unions Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme (grant agreement No. [951549]). PI of the part of the project led by CTP is Prof. Bozena Czerny.
We search for candidates interested in the research in the domain of astrophysics. Candidates with previous experience in astrophysics, and in particular in optical observations, preferentially of active galactic nuclei and in programming, are welcome. | | ▸ more | At the time of application, the candidates should either have a PhD degree, or will obtain a PhD degree before signing the job contract. We search for candidates interested in the research in the domain of astrophysics. Candidates with previous experience in astrophysics, and in particular in optical observations, preferentially of active galactic nuclei and in programming, are particularly welcome. Among the tasks of the employed scientists will be modelling the expected continuum time delays in AGN accretion disks, applying for observations of such delays, analysis of the obtained data and simulating/analyzing of the delay data expected from Vera C. Rubin Observatory, within the
project the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST).
Candidates should submit before May 31, 2022, the following documents:
1. The scientific CV, including the major scientific achievements, list of publications, participation in research projects and conferences, and the document must contain a statement: I consent to the processing of my personal data contained in the application documents
2. Personal questionnaire form (should be downloaded from CTP web site)
3. Three recommendation letters should be sent directly to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl
4. Certified copy of the PhD diploma or the letter from the supervisor about the prospects for completion of the Thesis before the beginning of the employment.
5. The signed RODO clause.
Documents should be sent by e-mail to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl. annotated with BC/08/2022 until 31
May 2022. Website of the institute: https://www.cft.edu.pl/
Questions about the project and employment conditions should be sent directly to Prof. Bozena Czerny (bcz @ cft.edu.pl).
A review of applications is expected before June 15, 2022. Applicants will be informed about the results by e-mail. The selected candidate will be employed for a period of 24 months with a possibility of extension for the next 12 months. The starting date of the employment is envisaged to be from 1 July to 1 October 2022.
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| PHD STUDENT IN ASTRONOMICAL CLASSIFICATION WITH 4MOST | Closing date: 2022-05-23
Contact: Martin Sahlén |
| The Division for Astronomy and Space Physics at Uppsala University is hiring a PhD student in astronomy, focused on astronomical classification with the telescope 4MOST (4-metre Multi-Object Spectroscopic Telescope). The PhD student is expected to work on the development and implementation of astrostatistical machine learning methods for automatic classification and anomaly detection in analyses of complex and large astronomical data sets. The work will be performed in the context of the scientific collaboration around the telescope 4MOST (http://www.4most.eu). | | ▸ more | 4MOST will be Europe's new workhorse for astronomical spectroscopy. Starting in 2024, 4MOST will collect optical spectra of 40 million objects, both Galactic and extra-galactic ones. Uppsala University has been a science partner in the project from the start. To maximize the science output and the potential for discovery, we require novel and efficient methods for object classification and anomaly detection, that do not rely on pre-existing theoretical or empirical models. The full 4MOST data set will contain around three trillion data points. This necessitates a probabilistic classification method which can be repeatedly and efficiently re-trained.
The goal of the PhD project is to develop an efficient automatic and dynamically trainable classification and anomaly detection pipeline for spectroscopic + photometric astronomical surveys, which can compute probabilities for each object (astronomical source) in very large data sets to belong to different categories of objects (e.g. stars, galaxies, active galactic nuclei). To achieve this, supervised and unsupervised Bayesian machine learning methods will be adapted and employed, as well as methods for handling vast and high-velocity data sets. Initially, the work will be performed using data from earlier astronomical surveys and simulations, and is expected to transition to using observational data from 4MOST in 2024/25. The PhD student will belong to the eSSENCE ? SciLifeLab graduate school in data-intensive science, and is expected to participate and collaborate within the graduate school.
The position is a full-time employment, including wellness benefits, workplace insurance, pension contributions and holiday pay. Sweden has a generous public welfare system, which includes comprehensive medical and dental services, sick pay, and compensation for parental leave.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 23, 2022
Further details and application form: https://uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=494969
Inquiries to: Martin Sahlén, martin.sahlen @ physics.uu.se; Andreas Korn, andreas.korn @ physics.uu.se
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| Postdoc position at CTP PAS in Warsaw, to study GRBs | Closing date: 2022-06-01
Contact: Agnieszka Janiuk |
We are looking for a candidate with a PhD and experience in high energy astrophysics. The topic of research involves physics of ultra relativistic jets in gamma ray bursts and their interaction with environment. We are also studying the outflows from accretion disks related to the kilonova phenomenon. The position will be available for initially one year, with a possible extension for the second year, subject to satisfactory performance.
| | ▸ more | We are looking for a candidate with a PhD and experience in high energy astrophysics. The topic of research involves physics of ultra relativistic jets in gamma ray bursts and their interaction with environment. We are also studying the outflows from accretion disks related to the kilonova phenomenon. The position will be available for initially one year, with a possible extension for the second year, subject to satisfactory performance.
The application should include:
1. The scientific CV, including publication list, participation in research projects and conferences (with the clause "I agree to the processing of my personal data contained in the application documents?)
2. Motivation letter, with a brief description of the Candidate?s scientific interests and future research plans.
3. A copy of the PhD diploma, or statement from the PhD Advisor on the planned date of defense (the PhD should be awarded before the post-doc contract starting date).
4. Applicants should also arrange to have two letters of reference separately sent to the email address given below.
Documents should be sent electronically to rekrutacja @ cft.edu.pl by 1 June 2022 with the reference AJ/05/2022.
All further questions should be addressed by e-mail to agnes @ cft.edu.pl.
The CTP astrophysics group website is on www.cft.edu.pl/astrophysics
The competition will be settled by 30 July, 2022. Candidates will be informed electronically about the results of the competition. Candidates might be asked to present an on-line seminar talk. In case of no appropriate candidate the selection may remain unresolved. The prospective starting date of the contract is September 2022, but it can be negotiated.
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| post-doc position in stellar X-ray astronomy at Universität Tübingen | Closing date: 2022-05-15
Contact: Beate Stelzer |
| The Institute of Astronomy & Astrophysics of the University of Tübingen has an opening for a post-doc position in stellar X-ray astronomy. The project is based on data obtained with the X-ray Observatory XMM-Newton. The successful applicant will be a member of the research group Space Based Astrophysics of Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen led by JProf. B. Stelzer which has its focus on multi-wavelength observations of the formation and evolution of low-mass stars and brown dwarfs. | | ▸ more | The applicant must have a PhD degree in physics or astrophysics. Expertise with X-ray data analysis and a background in studies of stellar activity is an advantage.
The position will be funded for a duration of 1.5 years (18 months). Salary will be according to 100% E13 of the TV-L of the German public services. The application is expected to consist of a CV (including personal data, formation, skills and expertises), copies of university degrees and a brief (1-2 page) statement of previous research experiences and motivation. The candidate should arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent directly to Prof. B. Stelzer. The deadline for applications is May 15, 2022 with a starting date of Sep 1, 2022.
In case of equal qualification preference will be given to applicants with disabilities.
Employment takes place via the Central Administration of the University.
Contact for application and further information: Beate Stelzer, stelzer @ astro.uni-tuebingen.de
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| Data Processing Software Engineer | Closing date: 2022-05-23
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An amazing opportunity for an experienced and open-minded Data Processing Software Engineer to join an international, multicultural team and help lay the groundwork for the next-generation of radio observatory. | | ▸ more |
At the SKAO we are coordinating a global effort to deliver one of the largest science facilities on the planet. The SKAO telescopes will be next-generation instruments that will help to answer key questions in astrophysics, drive technological innovation and support human capital development.
More than a dozen partner countries and over a thousand scientists and engineers around the world are already on board, making the SKA project an international collaboration like no other, and one of the most ambitious science and engineering endeavours of the 21st century.
Headquartered in the UK, with telescope sites in Australia and South Africa, the SKAO will be one observatory operating two telescopes, an endeavour spanning three continents. Multinational by design, in early 2021 the SKAO became an intergovernmental organisation, one of only a select handful of science infrastructures to do so worldwide.
Our Global HQ is located near the buzzing city of Manchester at the historic Jodrell Bank Observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Cheshire countryside. It is home to a rapidly expanding international team of more than a hundred, working in a highly collaborative and inclusive way, in coordination with SKAO teams in Australia and South Africa as part of a global astronomy and engineering community.
Being part of Team SKA means contributing to something extraordinary: a uniquely exciting project to advance human knowledge that will last for decades. In return, we offer a diverse multicultural working environment, 30 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme, regular social events, a family-friendly environment and much more. Come and join us!
The Role
The Data Processing Software Engineer will help lay the groundwork for the next generation of radio astronomy processing by focusing on building high-throughput distributed data processing pipelines, whilst maintaining modifiability through clean separation of processing functions and distribution.
Reporting to the SKAO Lead Software Architect and the Data Processing Architect, the Data Processing Software Engineer will be part of the SKAO Computing and Software team and will work with other agile software engineering teams to build highly scalable processing software, and with other developers at SKA development sites around the world (especially SKAO and SKA precursors).
The Data Processing Software Engineer will work on the design, prototype, implementation and integration of systems that bring state-of-the-art algorithms to real-world scientific processing pipelines. Together we aim to look past the current SKA project phase, and raise the bar of radio astronomy processing software to the benefit of future SKA extensions, SKA regional centres, precursor telescopes, as well as the entire radio astronomy community.
The ideal candidate would use rigorous software engineering practices and ensure the team is equipped to deal with the many known and unknown challenges facing this next-generation observatory.
This role will be based at the SKAO Headquarters at Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK, and flexibility around working hours will be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager and where operationally viable.
Please note that interviews for this position will be conducted in mid-June 2022.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
The main functions of this role will be to:
- Work with the SKA software teams to build and maintain libraries of base algorithms for radio astronomy.
- Build complex distributed pipelines with well-understood scientific and computational performance characteristics using a variety of execution frameworks (such as Dask or MPI).
- Occasionally travel internationally to SKAO sites (typically for up to one week, 2-4 times per year).
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience with distributed data-intensive processing and algorithm development, ideally both from a design and application perspective.
- Expertise in hybrid software development in Python and C/C++ programming languages.
- Ability to work constructively with agile teams around the world towards a shared vision for SKA processing.
- A flexible team player who is adaptable to change.
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required and when possible in the context of any international travel restrictions.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience with profiling and optimisation techniques, especially how to build high performance pipelines overlapping I/O and processing.
- Experience with physical data modeling, both for efficient in-memory and network data exchange as well as storage (e.g. Apache Arrow, protobuf, HDF5 or equivalent).
- Understanding of signal processing algorithms, such as Fourier transformations, gridding and (de)convolution methods.
- Knowledge of radio astronomy data processing pipelines and their scaling properties would be advantageous.
- Ability to rapidly learn about new techniques and technologies and how they can be integrated, especially in the context of execution frameworks for processing distribution.
Apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/data-processing-software-engineer-481533.html
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| Network Architect (10197) | Closing date: 2022-05-13
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An ideal opportunity for an experienced Network Architect with a 'hands on' approach and a background in the deployment and support of large, complex network systems to join an international, multicultural team and tackle some big challenges. | | ▸ more | The Network Architect will operate at the forefront of work initiatives within SKAO which are designing, documenting, procuring and implementing the large scale, high bit rate, leading edge, high performance networks that are required to run the SKA telescopes.
The Network Architect will report to the Computing Infrastructure Lead and will be part of the SKAO?s Computing and Software team, who is responsible for the end to end architecture design, build out and operations of the SKA?s networks.
Working alongside and collaborating with other specialists including IT architects, engineers, project managers and system engineers, the Network Architect will help ensure the networks for the two SKA telescopes are fit for purpose and always deliverthe quality of performance needed to form the backbone of a highly technically demanding system that will operate and be continually developed for decades to come.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, knowledgeable and highly motivated Network Engineer keen to take a ?hands on? approach to tackle some big challenges.
This role will be based at the SKAO Headquarters at Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK, and flexibility around working hours will be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager and where operationally viable.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
- Develop the technical requirements and scope for SKA network procurement contracts, including:
+Working with stakeholders to capture, refine and document the network requirements for the SKA telescopes.
+Participating in and leading on network design initiatives as required.
+Developing and maintaining up-to-date, clear, well structured, compliant and usable technical documents needed to define the network and how they will be implemented and tested.
+Participating in additional technical support activities as required, e.g. for procurement, integration, testing, acceptance commissioning, operations etc.
+Monitoring the network design content held in repositories and highlight quality issues such as omissions, conflicts, or errors. Where directed, lead or participate in the resolution of quality issues.
- Support the network and computing procurement processes by:
+Analysing tender responses from bidders in order to help select the suppliers who will deliver for SKAO.
+Working with the successful suppliers by responding to technical queries etc. in a timely manner.
+Working with the wider SKAO computing and software teams in South Africa and Australia to ensure that suppliers are supported and strong relationships are maintained.
- Liaise with the wider SKAO computing and software teams in the UK, South Africa and Australia, providing technical input and guidance as required.
- Support SKAO design authorities in other areas by providing network design change impact analysis and assistance with implementation actions.
- Be an active and integral part of the SKAO global network team.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- University degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Significant experience in the design and implementation of large network systems with a demonstrable understanding of new and emerging networking and security technologies.
- Experience of providing technical input for high value network equipment procurement and supporting the installation, testing etc. in an evolving environment.
- Experience of practical project delivery, working within defined budgets and timelines, communicating with diverse teams, and change management practices.
- Understanding of Lean Principles, including the importance of understanding customer needs, not just their perceived requirements, maintaining good supplier relationships and the minimisation of waste in business processes.
- Good communication and influencing skills.
- Be a flexible team player who is adaptable to change.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Knowledge, understanding and experience of some of the following:
+Large scale high performance computing (HPC) environments, in particular the specialist networks used in HPC.
+Software defined networking systems and associated hardware.
+Zero trust networking principles.
+Future technology developments to come this decade such as silicon photonics and data centre disaggregation.
+Long haul data transmission technology.
- Experience working in a scientific or industrial research environment.
- Experience working with national and regional education networks (NRENs).
- An interest in Astronomy.
- Experience of collaboration and work flow management tools such as Atlassian Confluence and Jira.
- Experience working in a multicultural and/or geographically dispersed team.
Full details and apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/network-architect-480882.html
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| NOIRLab - Assistant Optical Engineer | Closing date: 2022-05-20
Contact: AURA Human Resources Team |
| NSF's NOIRLab is seeking an Assistant Optical Engineer to be part of the Optical Engineering (OE) group, within the Engineering Services (ES) division, a distributed team of 10 optical experts providing excellence in optical design and analysis, optical maintenance and coating for Telescopes. The incumbent will perform testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of optical systems and coating plants of the Mid-Scale Observatory South (MSO-S), a NOIRLab program based in Chile, with regular collaboration with other programs (Gemini). | | ▸ more | NOIRLab is seeking an Assistant Optical Engineer to be part of the Optical Engineering (OE) group, within the Engineering Services (ES) division, a distributed team of 10 optical experts providing excellence in optical design and analysis, optical maintenance and coating for Telescopes.
The Assistant Optical Engineer will participate in testing, troubleshooting and maintaining optical systems and coating plants of the NOIRLab programs in Chile. This position is responsible for providing expertise to all aspects of optics for telescopes and must apply his/her experience to maximize the performance of existing optical subsystems. Depending on experience, the candidate may be required to participate in instrument development. This position will be primarily assigned to the Mid-Scale Observatory South (MSO-S) a Program of NOIRLab in Chile with regular collaboration with other programs (Gemini). It comprises Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory, the Southern Astrophysical Research Telescope (SOAR) and the Small and Medium Astronomical Research Telescope System (SMARTS) on Cerro Tololo.
This position is based in La Serena, Chile; and the working time will be divided between the telescope site and the sea level base facilities. Travel to the US may be required to other NOIRLab facilities for short periods of time.
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| PhD position in computational modelling of asteroid collisions | Closing date: 2022-05-15
Contact: Martin Jutzi |
| The aim of this project is to study the origin and collisional evolution of asteroids and their precursors - the planetesimals - using realistic rheological models based on advanced laboratory and space mission impact experiments. Data from the upcoming NASA DART mission impact will be used for validation and calibration of the numerical models. These studies will be the basis for a general framework of collision outcomes, as required in planet formation models. They will also include investigations of possible formation scenarios of asteroid (16) Psyche, target of NASA's 'Psyche' mission. | | ▸ more | The studies will be conducted using sophisticated Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) simulations. The successful candidate is expected to develop a new module to model the post-impact re-accumulation process, to be included in the Bern SPH code.
This project is fully funded by the Swiss National Foundation (SNF) for a period of 4-years. The annual salary is competitive and there are ample funds for travel, publications, and computers.
The successful candidate will join a vibrant research group with extensive expertise in modelling impact processes and small Solar System bodies, and will conduct the research at the Space Research and Planetology Division of the University of Bern (Switzerland), under the supervision of PD Dr. Martin Jutzi and postdoctoral researcher Dr. Sabina Raducan. They will be trained in state-of-the-art computer modelling techniques, impact physics and analysis tools. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career and profile by presenting at international conferences and publishing in high impact journals.
Requirements: Candidates for the PhD position should have a good physics and/or mathematical background and a good MSc degree/diploma or equivalent in an appropriate field, such as physics, astronomy, earth science, mathematics or computer science. A research interest in asteroids and other small celestial bodies of the Solar System is beneficial. Experience in programming (C++) and numerical modelling is highly desirable. Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
How to apply:
Please include the following documents:
- A letter of motivation, including research interests and skills (max 1 page);
- A detailed CV, including a list of publications (if applicable);
- Details of the BSc and MSc degrees, including Transcripts of Records showing lists of courses with grades;
- The names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation.
The application shall be sent to Dr. Martin Jutzi (martin.jutzi @ unibe.ch).
Start date: September 1st, 2022
Deadline: Complete application received by May 15th, 2022 will receive full consideration. After this date, applications will be considered depending on availability.
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| NOIRLab - Assistant Science Operations Specialist (SOS) | Closing date: 2022-05-16
Contact: Angelica Junco |
| The NSF's National Optical Infrared Astronomy Research Laboratory (NOIRLab) has an immediate opening for an Assistant Science Operations Specialist to work with the international Gemini Observatory in La Serena, Chile, within the NOIRLab Research & Science Services (RSS) group - Telescope Operations division. The successful candidate will join our international team operating two of the world's premier ground-based telescopes in Hawaii and Chile. We are looking for a talented individual to become part of the Telescope Operations Division at NOIRLab. | | ▸ more | This time, a Science Operations Specialist (SOS) position is available at the NOIRLab Research & Science Services (RSS) group - Telescope Operations division, to work with the International Gemini Observatory - South (La Serena, Chile). An SOS is a member of the Telescope Operations team and performs a number of essential duties in the Observatory's operation. The tasks fall in four main areas: (1) Telescope operation, (2) Queue observing, (3) Daytime quality assessment, instrument calibration and software testing and (4) Project work: specialized work in line with observatory goals and mission; assigned by management. This position does not include personal research.
Please visit https://bit.ly/ASSIS004161 for details of the employment conditions and benefits. Do not forget to submit your CV/resume along with a Cover Letter in English (PDF files), and also provide the contact information of 3 professional references, as references will be contacted later in the recruiting process.
Closing date for applications is May 16, 2022
The Gemini South telescope is largely operated from the base facility in La Serena, but occasionally duties may take place at the summit of Cerro Pachón, at an altitude of about 2700m. La Serena is a popular seaside town with a population of about 200,000, has a temperate climate, and a substantial international astronomical community.
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| ESO Studentship Programme 2022/2023 | Closing date: 2022-05-31
Contact: Human Resources |
The research studentship programme of the European Southern Observatory provides an outstanding opportunity for PhD students to experience the exciting scientific environment at one of the world's leading observatories for a period of up to two years.
| | ▸ more | ESO is the foremost intergovernmental astronomy organisation in Europe. Its approximately 110 staff astronomers, 40 Fellows and 40 PhD students conduct frontline research in fields ranging from exoplanets to cosmology, offering one of the most vibrant and stimulating scientific settings anywhere in the world.
ESO's studentship positions are open to students enrolled in a PhD programme in astronomy or related scientific fields. Students accepted into the programme work on their doctoral project under the formal supervision of their home university supervisor, but they come to ESO to work and study under the co-supervision of an ESO staff astronomer, for a period of a minimum of 6 months and up to two years. Studentships may be hosted either at ESO's headquarters in Garching (Germany) or at ESO's offices in Santiago (Chile), where also positions are provided for students enrolled in Chilean universities.
Please visit http://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/students/ for details of the employment conditions and benefits. If you are interested in enhancing your PhD experience through an extended stay at ESO, then please apply online at http://jobs.eso.org/.
Closing date for applications is 31.05.2022. Review of the application documents, including the support letters, will begin immediately.
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| 2 PhD positions in "Adaption Through Natural Selection of Terrestrial Life to Extra-Terrestrial Conditions" | Closing date: 2022-06-01
Contact: Daniel Franck McGinnis |
| Are we alone in the universe? The Center for Life in the Universe (CVU: https://www.unige.ch/sciences/cvu/) and Dept F.-A. Forel invites applications for two multidisciplinary and cutting-edge PhD positions in 1) Evolutionary Biology and 2) Trace Gas and Isotope measurements in the Microbial Ecology (Prof. Bastiaan Ibelings) and the Aquatic Physics (Prof. Daniel F. McGinnis) research groups at University of Geneva. These two PhDs will study in close cooperation with one another. We seek broad-minded individuals who will closely collaborate with the different specialists of the CVU. | | ▸ more | Two PhD positions in "Adaption Through Natural Selection of Terrestrial Life to Extra-Terrestrial Conditions: Lessons for Life in the Universe".
Summary: Life is defined by the Darwinian evolution of self-sustaining, bounded, chemical reactions. Experimental evolution has proven to be one of the most powerful tools to study the mechanisms of evolution on Earth, but we know little about the directions that evolution may take in alien environmental conditions. Understanding this could help us better search for life in alien environments, and also anticipate how Earth-based microbes will evolve when exposed transported to other worlds. We aim to perform evolution experiments to observe which phenotypic traits contribute to the success of microbes living in conditions found on alien planets, and their genetic basis. Besides quantifying the population's evolutionary trajectory, the gases consumed or produced by these organisms will be closely monitored and modeled, i.e. to investigate what types of metabolic processes Summary and atmospheric gas compositions could suggest the presence of life on extra-terrestrial worlds. Additionally, the two PhD candidates will explore life in extreme environments right here on Earth. For more information see https://www.unige.ch/sciences/cvu/projets/evolution-under-extraterrestrial-conditions.
The successful candidates will work on this highly interdisciplinary research project and implement state-of-the-art measurement equipment and techniques (both in the lab and in the field, combined with biological and system analytical approaches).
These two PhD projects are very closely interlinked. The PhD candidates will have the opportunity to co-supervise at least 1 Master student project and assist with teaching.
You: Applicants are open-minded, motivated, enthusiastic, with a passion for scientific research and life in the universe. A background in biology, engineering, natural science, physics, or related fields is required. Modeling and/or programming experience is desirable, as well as basic familiarity with laboratory analysis and techniques. Applicants are expected to possess excellent communications skills in English and scientific writing.
Additionally, the candidate must
- Enjoy working in the lab and outdoors (in extreme environments)
- Be able to learn to confidently operate and maintain sophisticated scientific equipment
- Possess a valid driver?s license
We offer: a 4-year PhD. The position is expected to start October 2022. The salary is set by the University of Geneva guidelines. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application to: PhD in Biology to bastiaan.ibelings @ unige.ch and PhD in Trace gases and isotopes to Daniel.McGinnis @ unige.ch, before 1 June 2022. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
Applications must include:
- Cover letter, including statement of motivation and qualifications
- Current CV
- Contact information for 2 -3 potential references
- University transcripts
About us, see: https://www.unige.ch/forel/en/
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| PhD Position in Observational Extragalactic Astronomy | Closing date: 2022-04-22
Contact: Pascal Oesch |
| Applications are invited for a PhD student position in observational extragalactic astronomy at the Department of Astronomy of the University of Geneva to start in summer/fall 2022. The successful candidate will work as part of the ERC Consolidator project group "FiatLux" led by Prof. Pascal Oesch on research projects focused on understanding the first generations of galaxies. | | ▸ more | The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on the analysis of several large JWST surveys, including the pure parallel imaging program PANORAMIC and the NIRCam/grism survey FRESCO. Additionally, the FiatLux team will exploit the upcoming wide-area facilities such as the multi-object spectrograph VLT/MOONS as well as ESA's Euclid Space Telescope.
The Geneva Observatory and the associated Laboratory of Astrophysics of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) carry out observational, interpretative, and theoretical research in the fields of extra-solar planets, stellar physics, high energy astrophysics, galaxy evolution and dynamics, and observational cosmology, providing a rich and vibrant research environment.
Applications are invited from candidates with background in physics or astronomy and should consist of a cover letter explaining the motivation for seeking a PhD in Extragalactic Astrophysics and a statement outlining any research experience so far (<1 page each), a CV, and a copy of the Bachelor and Master academic record (exams, theses, and grades). Candidates should also provide names and e-mail addresses of at least two references. Applications should be sent as a single PDF file to pascal.oesch @ unige.ch.
Applications received by April 22, 2022, will receive full consideration. Preliminary inquiries may be addressed via e-mail to pascal.oesch @ unige.ch.
For more information see also: https://www.unige.ch/sciences/astro/cosmicdawn/
Included Benefits:
Standard Swiss Social Security, Accident Insurance and Pension contributions.
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| JWST Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Position in Observational Extragalactic Astronomy | Closing date: 2022-05-02
Contact: Pascal Oesch |
| Seeking applications for up to three postdoctoral positions in observational extragalactic astronomy at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, as part of the ERC Consolidator project "FiatLux" led by Prof. Pascal Oesch in Geneva and at the Cosmic DAWN Center in Copenhagen. | | ▸ more | The successful candidates will have the opportunity to get involved in several large JWST surveys, including the pure parallel imaging program PANORAMIC and the NIRCam/grism survey FRESCO. Additionally, the FiatLux team will exploit the upcoming wide-area facilities such as the multi-object spectrograph VLT/MOONS as well as ESA's Euclid Space Telescope. Applicants with previous research experience in early galaxy build-up and/or deep multi-wavelength observations are particularly encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants will be considered for a higher level fellowship position that includes supervision of a PhD student and can be extended for up to 5 years at the level of maitre assistant (Research Fellow).
At the Department of Astronomy in Geneva, the successful candidates will find a rich and vibrant research environment in several fields of astrophysics. Additionally, the FiatLux research group members will have the opportunity to become associated members of the Cosmic DAWN Center at the University of Copenhagen.
The appointments are expected to start later in 2022 (negotiable), and require the completion of a PhD in Astrophysics, or related field.
To apply, qualified candidates are invited to send an email with a single PDF file to pascal.oesch @ unige.ch containing a cover letter, a CV with full publication list, and a brief statement of research experience and future research plans. Candidates should also arrange for three letters of reference to be e-mailed independently to the same address.
Applications received by May 2, 2022, will receive full consideration. Preliminary inquiries may be addressed via e-mail to pascal.oesch @ unige.ch.
Included Benefits:
Standard Swiss Social Security, Accident Insurance and Pension contributions.
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| PhD Student Positions at Stockholm University | Closing date: 2022-04-22
Contact: Terese Hansen |
The Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University invites applications for four PhD student positions. The main research areas of the department are; Galaxies, Supernovae, Computational Astrophysics, Solar physics and Planet and star formation. The Department has about 80 employees and strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. Interested students can apply here:
https://www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/available-jobs/phd-student-positions-1.507588?rmpage=job&rmjob=17465&rmlang=UK
Application deadline: April 22, 2022 | | ▸ more | The department invites applications in the following research areas:
Galaxies: One doctoral position is offered within the group of Dr. Angela Adamo. The PhD topic will focus on studying the early phases of star formation in local galaxies, with particular attention to embedded star-forming regions and their hosted stellar populations. The student will work with JWST Cycle 1 data, along with complementary HST, MUSE, and ALMA imaging and spectroscopic ancillary data. The project will be conducted in collaboration with an international team.
Galaxies (paired doctoral project): One doctoral position focuses on images and spectroscopy of galaxies and will be supervised by Göran Östlin. The dissertation project concerns analysis and visualization of observational data from powerful telescopes, such as the Very Large Telescope, the Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope. This doctoral position is part of a so-called paired doctoral project, with one doctoral student at the Department of Astronomy (supervisor Göran Östlin) and one at the Department of Didactics (supervisor John Airey). The two dissertation projects are independent, but the doctoral students will collaborate on issues related to the visualization of galaxies.
Solar physics: One doctoral position is offered for a candidate that is interested in working on projects related to non-LTE radiative transfer in the solar atmosphere: the implementation of adaptive mesh refinement into an existing radiative transfer code, development of methods for faster convergence of the NLTE problem or a further development of the microphysics involved in an inversion code that is used to interpret observations with the Swedish 1-m Solar Telescope (SST). Observational projects involving datasets from the SST are also possible.
Stars: One doctoral position is offered for a project in galactic archaeology deriving abundances of old, metal-poor stars in the Milky Way halo and satellites using high-resolution stellar spectra to investigate the formation of elements in the early universe. The project will, in particular, focus on elements produced via the rapid neutron-capture process, for example, in neutron star mergers. The PhD student will work with Dr Terese Hansen and be part of a larger research group that uses data from large spectroscopic surveys to map the composition and dynamics of stars to study the chemical evolution and build-up of the Galaxy.
Contact
More information, regarding galaxies can be obtained from Dr. Angela Adamo, angela.adamo @ astro.su.se. Information regarding galaxies for the paired doctoral project can be obtained from Prof. Göran Östlin, ostlin @ astro.su.se. Information regarding solar physics can be obtained from Prof. Jorrit Leenarts, jorrit.leenaarts @ astro.su.se and Dr. Jaime de la Cruz Rodriguez, jaime @ astro.su.se. Information regarding stars can be obtained from Dr. Terese Hansen, terese.hansen @ astro.su.se.
Qualification requirements
In order to meet the general entry requirements, the applicant must have completed a second-cycle degree, completed courses equivalent to at least 240 higher education credits, of which 60 credits must be in the second cycle, or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge in Sweden or elsewhere.
In order to meet the specific entry requirements, the applicant for a studentship at a researcher level in astronomy must have completed 60 credits of non-overlapping courses in physics/astronomy at an advanced level. Of these, at least 30 credits should be in the form of independent work in astronomy, with a passing grade. The specific entry-level requirements can also be fulfilled through having equivalent documented competence.
Selection
The selection among the eligible candidates will be based on their capacity to benefit from the training. The following criteria will be used to assess this capacity: the candidates? documented knowledge in a relevant field of research, written and oral, the capacity for analytical thinking, the ability to collaborate, as well as creativity, initiative, and independence. The assessment will be based on previous experience and grades, the quality of the degree project, references, relevant experience, interviews, and the candidate?s written motivation for seeking the position.
Application
Apply for the PhD student position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement and that it is submitted before the deadline.
Please include the following information with your application:
Your contact details and personal data
Your highest degree
Your language skills
Contact details for 2?3 references
and, in addition, please include the following documents:
CV ? degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of degree projects/theses
Cover Letter/Statment of interest (no more than 2 pages) describing:
? which of the advertised projects you are primarily interested in
? why you are interested in the adverstied project
? what makes you suitable for the project in question
Degree certificates and grades confirming that you meet the general and specific entry requirements (no more than 6 files)
Letters of recommendation should be sent separately to; fv-0974-22.refletters @ astro.su.se
Degree projects/theses (no more than 6 files).
The instructions for applicants are available at:
https://www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/how-to-apply-for-a-position
Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University are available at:
https://www.su.se/staff/organisation-governance/governing-documents-rules-and-regulations/education/admission-regulations-for-third-cycle-study-programmes-1.270190
Apply here:
https://www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/available-jobs/phd-student-positions-1.507588?rmpage=job&rmjob=17465&rmlang=UK
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| Multiple postdoc opportunities available at Universidad de Antofagasta | Closing date: 2022-04-15
Contact: Laurent Chemin |
The Centro de Astronomía (CITEVA) at Universidad de Antofagasta in Chile is seeking enthusiastic young postdoctoral researchers to carry out cutting-edge research on (sub)stellar formation, galaxy evolution, kinematics, and dynamics, Galactic structure, stellar populations, star clusters, variable stars, planetary sciences, and light pollution and its impact on astronomy.
| | ▸ more | We prefer candidates with a team spirit, interested in building strong collaborations with the Chilean and international community. To support their research, successful applicants will not only have access to the 10% Chilean time but also to major surveys in which CITEVA is involved, such as SDSS-V, LSST, VVV, VVV-X, Gaia, MINDSTEp, and pre-SKA surveys.
A CV, a list of publications, a research statement, and contact information of three referees should be sent to astro.investigacion @ uantof.cl by Friday, 15-04-2022. Selected applicants will then gain the required sponsorship from Universidad de Antofagasta to apply to the ANID-FONDECYT fellowship (https://www.anid.cl/concursos/concurso/?id=1071).
CITEVA is based in Antofagasta, a large coastal city in Northern Chile, on the edge of the spectacular Atacama desert, where ALMA and VLT are located, and where the ELT is being built. CITEVA is the premier professional group in Astrophysics in Northern Chile.
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| Residential fellowships "Exoplanets and Biological Activity on Other Worlds" at SCAS in Uppsala | Closing date: 2022-07-01
Contact: Ulrike Heiter |
| We would like to draw your attention to the opportunity to apply for a residential fellowship at the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) in Uppsala, focusing on the theme "Exoplanets and Biological Activity on Other Worlds" within the Natural Sciences Programme. | | ▸ more | For the academic years 2022-23 and 2023-24 the Collegium offers residential fellowships for senior and early-career scholars from all countries (note two separate application deadlines).
Fellows-in-residence should normally spend one semester or an academic year at SCAS, although other periods of some months can exceptionally be arranged (within either autumn or spring semester).
At the time of application, the candidate must have held a PhD (or equivalent degree) for at least three years.
The holder of a fellowship receives a monthly salary. Accommodation for Fellows who do not live in the Stockholm-Uppsala region is arranged by the Collegium and all Fellows have their own fully equipped office at the Collegium.
The deadline for application for the academic year 2022/23 is on 30 April 2022.
The deadline for application for the academic year 2023/24 is on 1 July 2022.
Further information and application instructions can be found here:
http://www.swedishcollegium.se/subfolders/Fellowships/Natural_Sciences.html
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Ulrike Heiter, coordinator for SCAS-Exoplanets
ulrike.heiter @ physics.uu.se
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Uppsala University
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| Lecturer and Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader Position in Solar and Magnetospheric Theory, School of Mathematics | Closing date: 2022-04-27
Contact: Thomas Neukirch |
| The University of St Andrews is seeking to enhance its teaching and research strengths in Solar and Magnetospheric Theory by appointing to two new positions; one at Lecturer level, and another at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader level within our Solar and Magnetospheric Theory Group (SMTG) in the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The successful candidates will be scholars with a growing international research reputation and commitment to delivering high quality teaching. | | ▸ more | https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/5124/0/340349/889/lecturer-senior-lecturer-reader-in-solar-and-or-magnetospheric-theory-ac2326nb
We welcome applications from candidates who hold a PhD in Applied Mathematics or a cognate discipline, and have a track record of high quality research and publications in Solar or Magnetospheric Theory, or a related area compatible with the group?s research interests. For applicants to be considered for a Senior Lecturer or Reader level appointment, we would expect in addition that they can demonstrate a suitable combination of success in attracting external funding, research leadership at national and international level, and experience with successfully carrying out administrative duties. Although all areas of Solar and Magnetospheric Theory will be considered, we are particularly interested in applications that would enhance or complement the research group?s current areas of expertise. Candidates should also have teaching experience at undergraduate or postgraduate level, have experience applying relevant analytical skills and teaching techniques to a wide range of learners, and have good communication skills and share our desire to educate and inform students. Experience in curriculum development in Applied Mathematics or in similar disciplines will be an advantage, as will demonstrable ability to work in a team.
The SMTG conducts cutting-edge research on a wide variety of solar and magnetospheric phenomena, ranging from magnetic flux emergence through the solar surface, over the dynamic interaction between the coronal plasma and magnetic field leading to coronal heating and solar activity processes, to the effect these activity processes have on the magnetosphere of the Earth (?space weather?). Many of our theoretical models of solar and magnetospheric plasma systems are data-driven, but we are also interested in fundamental plasma processes underpinning these models, for example MHD and kinetic plasma equilibria, MHD waves and instabilities, magnetic reconnection, magnetic topology and helicity, and particle acceleration. Due to the highly nonlinear nature of the mathematical problems we study, a large part of our research work is based on computational methods, and we are particularly interested in applications that would complement and enhance our expertise in numerical and computational methods relevant for the research area of our group.
These research and teaching positions will contribute to the delivery of teaching modules in Applied Mathematics that may be at a range of levels from first year undergraduate to specialised Honours level modules in Applied Mathematics. They will also supervise final-year undergraduate projects, and will have the opportunity to supervise PhD students.
*Appointment at Grade 8 Senior Lecturer/Reader level (salary range: £53,348-£60,022) will be considered for candidates with more experience/knowledge of the area, with the job description to be amended accordingly.
For informal enquiries, we encourage those considering applying to contact the Head of School, Professor Mark Chaplain (mathshos @ st-andrews.ac.uk); Head of the Solar and Magnetospheric Theory Group, Professor Thomas Neukirch (tn3 @ st-andrews.ac.uk); or the AVP Dean of Science and Professor in Applied Mathematics, Professor Ineke De Moortel (ineke.demoortel @ st-andrews.ac.uk).
We are fully committed to equality and diversity in our recruitment and employment policies. We operate family-friendly hours for core meetings and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for staff.
Applications are particularly welcome from women, people from the Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community and other protected characteristics who are underrepresented in Academic posts at the University.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/.
The School of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that supports equality of opportunity and fair and equal representation for all https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/mathematics-statistics/about/equality-diversity/
Closing Date: 27 April 2022 Interview Date: 2 June 2022
Please quote ref: AC2326NB
Further Particulars: AC2326NB FPs.doc
School of Mathematics & Statistics
Salary: £42,149 ? £51,799 per annum*
Start Date: 1 August 2022, or as soon as possible thereafter
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| SKA-Mid Dish AIV Project Manager | Closing date: 2022-04-22
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| A unique opportunity for a talented Project Manager with deep understanding of radio telescopes and systems engineering, and the ability to inspire and co-ordinate geographically dispersed teams in order to deliver one of the largest scientific facilities on the planet. | | ▸ more | The SKA-Mid Dish AIV Project Manager will manage the delivery of the Dish Assembly Integration & Verification (AIV) contract, and any other assigned contracts, working closely with the SKA-Mid Dish Project Manager. The contract is technically challenging and will be delivered via international collaboration, meaning the successful candidate will need a sound technical background and ability to effectively manage the DIsh AIV contractor and other key stakeholders.
The SKA-Mid Dish AIV Project Manager will report to the SKA-Mid Senior Project Manager and will contribute to the activities of the Telescope Delivery Team which is responsible for the overall delivery of the SKA-Mid Telescope.
The SKA-Mid Dish AIV Project Manager will coordinate the Dish AIV related activities with Product Assurance, Configuration Management, Systems Engineering and other specialist engineers related to the various Dish products for the SKAO, via a matrix structure.
This role is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, and will require occasional international travel and locally travel to the site in the Karoo region.
In line with our Flexible Working Policy, flexibility around working hours may be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable, ensuring telescope delivery is not impacted.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
- Perform the NEC4 Project Manager role for the Dish AIV contract, and other assigned contracts, in South Africa, managing the delivery of the contract(s) through to successful completion.
- Lead and manage the delivery team across SKAO and SARAO in support of assigned contracts.
- Develop and deliver detailed Dish Integration plans that are consistent with the Mid Telescope delivery objectives.
- Build relationships with other internal and external stakeholders to gain buy-in and support effective collaboration, including with other Mid contractors.
- Manage the contractor reporting relationship to ensure maintenance of data integrity, managing progress reporting, costs, schedule, issues and risks in line with the SKAO and NEC4 processes.
- Supervise the implementation of SKAO processes and best practices in the Dish AIV contract in collaboration with the SKAO System Engineering group.
- Take prompt action to resolve any problems in accordance with the terms of the contract, including negotiating and managing contract variances.
- Manage quality reviews in order to identify, assess and take action to mitigate risks to delivery.
- Provide specialist advice to the SKA-Mid Senior Project Manager and the SKA-Mid Dish Project Manager to support change through understanding and insight in order to have an impact on overall programme/project performance.
- Occasionally travel nationally and internationally, as required, to fulfill these duties (typically for one week, 3-4 times per year).
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the SKA-Mid Senior Project Manager or a member of the SKAO Executive Leadership Team.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Recognised university degree or equivalent experience in engineering.
- Project or programme management qualification or training.
- Demonstrated expert capability in systems engineering and its principles with a relevant INCOSE qualification or equivalent training.
- Knowledge of contract management principles and associated procedures and regulations, with the ability to agree and shape standards to the particular project environment.
- Ability to monitor, plan and manage an agreed budget within a defined area, producing reports and analysis.
- Deep understanding of wider project and programme environment, including deep knowledge of radio telescope AIV activities.
- Experience of commissioning and managing services within a project environment.
- Experience in leading multi-disciplinary and/or geographically dispersed teams, or evidence of the potential to fulfil such a leadership position.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to take part in formal communications and influence across different levels of the business including senior management and stakeholders.
- A flexible and self-motivated team player who is adaptable to change.
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required and when possible in the context of any international travel restrictions (typically for one week, 3-4 times per year).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Understanding of the signal chain of a radio interferometer.
- Knowledge of RFI/EMC constraints.
- Experience or knowledge of NEC contracting.
- Experience working on international radio telescope projects.
- Knowledge of Afrikaans and/or Mandarin languages at professional working proficiency level would be a distinct advantage.
- Knowledge or understanding of the SKAO project would be an advantage.
- Industry experience, and/or a track record in successful collaborative links with industry.
- Experience of product assurance methodologies and managing change.
- Experience of configuration management processes.
- Experience of working in a matrix organisation.
- Knowledge of using Jira/Confluence tools.
Full details & apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/skamid-dish-aiv-project-manager-479625.html
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| Head of International Relations | Closing date: 2022-05-06
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| A unique opportunity for an experienced professional with excellent diplomatic skills, credibility and strategic and tactical thinking to join an international team and support the delivery of the world?s largest observatory dedicated to radio astronomy. | | ▸ more | The Head of International Relations will play a key part of the Director General?s Office and the work of the SKA Observatory (SKAO). Supporting the Director General and the SKAO?s Executive Leadership Team, you will lead on all international relations activities, ensuring that the SKAO effectively maintains and develops institutional relationships with its Member governments, partner organisations, groups and individuals in order to support delivery of its mission to construct the world?s largest observatory dedicated to radio astronomy.
The Head of International Relations will be part of a small team and as a high-profile, externally visible, first point of contact for the SKAO in many areas, will interact daily with members of the DG?s Office, the Executive Leadership Team, the Director-General and regularly with senior members of the SKAO Council and other stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with a broad skillset including highly developed diplomatic skills, excellent judgement and communication ability, the wherewithal to think both strategically and tactically at the interface between political, policy and programmatic issues, and possess the credibility to initiate, develop and then maintain external and institutional relationships relevant to all aspects of the SKAO?s business.
The role will be based at the SKAO?s Headquarters at Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, UK, and flexibility around working hours will be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
The Head of International Relations will work closely with senior management (within the Director General?s Office and routinely at Executive Leadership level) and senior stakeholders across the SKAO to:
- Own the international/strategic external relationship approach for the SKAO and take proactive responsibility for developing and maintaining effective and productive interactions with all external/international political/Member stakeholders at all required levels across the SKAO.
- Lead activities with the Director General, senior leaders and Council to support the ongoing sustainability and growth of the SKAO?s Membership, through strategic negotiations and interactions at all required levels as required by Council and the Director General through delegated authority.
- Work with other members of the team and beyond (including with the SKAO Programmes team) to provide guidance, direction and input on relevant international, policy and membership matters as required by the Executive Leadership Team, the Council and its stakeholders.
- Represent the SKAO in external, strategic or international forums, acting as an advocate for the Observatory, its Membership and its activities in discussions on international strategic, oversight and advisory bodies as required.
- Support the Council as required on all relevant aspects of its work programme, interacting with other areas of the DG?s Office and owning packages of work, reporting and presenting them to Council and its stakeholders.
- Lead the International Relations group and support the extensive and varied portfolio of work of the Director General?s Office and in particular, the work of the Strategy, Secretariat and Communications teams where interactions take place with the SKAO?s stakeholders.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience of operating at a senior level within an international scientific and research landscape.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to convey complex and potentially sensitive information to a variety of audiences.
- Excellent track record in quickly building and maintaining successful stakeholder relationships at all levels of seniority.
- Confidence and assurance to act as an ambassador for SKAO and its interests in an international environment.
- Ability to work with high levels of ambiguity in a reactive and responsive manner.
- Excellent organisational ability and time management skills.
- Possess the appropriate level of impact and the ability to present effectively within a diverse range of stakeholders and situations.
- Well developed, and positioned, judgment making.
- Resilient and adaptable approach.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Prior experience, or exposure, to working within an Intergovernmental or International organisation.
- Experience working within international relations or a closely associated field.
- Ability to absorb a wide range of information, including on policy and technical topics, from a variety of sources and consider the wider implications for SKAO.
- Professionally qualified, likely to degree or advanced degree level or equivalent experience.
- Excellent networking, negotiating and influencing capability.
- Sound decision making process taking into consideration the wider political and international context.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Knowledge of commonly-used IT Systems such as MS Office, Confluence, Google Docs.
- Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required.
Full details and apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/head-of-international-relations-479151.html
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| Postdoctoral position in stellar astrophysics | Closing date: 2022-04-29
Contact: Anish Amarsi |
| The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University invites applications for a postdoctoral position in stellar astrophysics. The successful applicant will work towards the general goal of advancing our understanding of stars and of the Milky Way. Specific duties will include planning and carrying out observations of stellar spectra, and/or analysing stellar spectra using state-of-the-art atomic data and 3D non-LTE models, in collaboration with members of the Theoretical Atomic Astrophysics group. | | ▸ more | The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University invites applications for a postdoctoral position in stellar astrophysics. The successful applicant will work towards the general goal of advancing our understanding of stars and of the Milky Way. Specific duties will include planning and carrying out observations of stellar spectra, and/or analysing stellar spectra using state-of-the-art atomic data and 3D non-LTE models, in collaboration with members of the Theoretical Atomic Astrophysics group (https://www.physics.uu.se/research/astronomy-and-space-physics/research/fundamental/theoretical-atomic-astrophysics/).
The position is funded by the Wallenberg grant "Probing charge- and mass-transfer reactions on the atomic level", and the Swedish Research Council (VR) grant "Accurate compositions of Sun-like stars". The position includes adequate funding for computers and travel. The successful applicant will also have the possibility to access SNIC (Swedish National Infrastructure for Computing), as well as a range of observational facilities such as the ESO (European Southern Observatory) and the SST (Swedish Solar Telescope).
Requirements
To qualify for this employment as a postdoc, the applicant must have a PhD degree (or equivalent) in astrophysics. The PhD degree must have been obtained before the start of the employment and no more than three years prior to the application deadline; however, periods of e.g. sick leave or parental leave are not counted. Furthermore, candidates should be fluent in English and have the capacity to work both independently and in collaboration with the team.
Additional qualifications
Experience, supported by publications, in observational and/or theoretical studies of the spectra of cool stars, will be given high weight. Expertise in the study of stellar atmospheres, stellar physics in general, the study of the Milky Way through Galactic archaeology, as well as in radiative transfer, atomic and molecular processes, and data analysis will also be considered merits.
About the application
Applications should contain a cover letter of no longer than one page that describes the applicant, their qualifications, and how their research interests align with the aim of this project. It should also contain a CV that includes contact information for at least two reference persons, copies of relevant degrees, and a full publication list. Personal circumstances that may be of relevance in the evaluation, for example periods of parental leave, should be mentioned in the CV.
About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of least two years and at most three years according to central collective agreement. Scope of employment: 100 %. Starting date: 1 September or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.
Additional information: https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=488145
Apply online here: https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:488145
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| Postdoctoral position in observational astrophysics at Uppsala University, Sweden | Closing date: 2022-04-29
Contact: Andreas Korn |
| The postdoctor is expected to develop software in the framework of two large European research projects: ChETEC-INFRA, a network for nuclear astrophysics and ELT/ANDES (previously ELT/HIRES), the high-resolution spectrograph for ESO's Extremely Large Telescope. In both projects, data-analysis systems (DAS) are to be developed and implemented which are capable of determining different astrophysical parameters from high-resolution stellar spectra. Pipelines of this sort already exist, but need to be adapted to meet the specific scientific requirements of the above-mentioned projects. | | ▸ more | Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a long-term difference in society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden?s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has over 54,000 students, more than 7,500 employees and a turnover of around SEK 8 billion.
The research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a wide range of physics topics, distributed over ten divisions. The Department is located in the Ångström Laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, 125 of whom are doctoral students. It offers a broad physics curriculum to undergraduate and graduate students, participation in leading national and international research projects, access to experimental and computing infrastructures, opportunities for partnership with industry and various outreach activities. For more information, please visit http://www.physics.uu.se
Duties
The Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral position in observational astrophysics. The position is hosted by the Astronomy and Space Physics division.
The postdoctor is expected to develop software in the framework of two large European research projects: ChETEC-INFRA, a network for nuclear astrophysics (https://www.chetec-infra.eu/) and ELT/ANDES (previously ELT/HIRES), the high-resolution spectrograph for ESO's Extremely Large Telescope (https://elt.eso.org/instrument/HIRES/). In both projects, data-analysis systems (DAS) are to be developed and implemented which are capable of determining different astrophysical parameters from high-resolution stellar spectra. Pipelines of this sort already exist, but need to be adapted to meet the specific scientific requirements of the above-mentioned projects. The pipeline for ChETEC-INFRA is to be applied to various spectroscopic data sets within the time frame of the employment.
Requirements
To qualify for an employment as a postdoctor you must have a PhD degree, or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree, in Physics, Astronomy or equivalent. The PhD degree must have been obtained no more than three years prior to the application deadline. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc. Solid knowledge of Python is required, as is proficiency in written and spoken English. The successful applicant needs to be capable of leading the development work in an international, geographically distributed team.
Additional qualifications
Experience from previous work on high-resolution stellar spectroscopy and analysis pipelines will be considered a merit. A proficiency test may be done in the recruitment process.
Your application should contain a letter describing yourself and your qualifications and research interests (max 2 pages).It should also contain a CV including contact information for at least two reference persons (e-mail address and phone number), a copy of your PhD degree certificate, and a complete publication list. Personal circumstancesthat may be of relevance in the evaluation, for example periods of parental leave, should be mentioned in the CV. The application should be written in English.
Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University?s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.
About the employment
Temporary employment for two years according to central collective agreement. Subject to the research projects? future funding, an extension of the employment by at most one year is possible. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date June 1st. Placement: Uppsala.
For further information about the position, please contact: Andreas Korn, andreas.korn @ physics.uu.se; Nikolai Piskunov, nikolai.piskunov @ physics.uu.se.
More about Uppsala University: https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/
More about life in Sweden: https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/advantages/
Online ad with application link: https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=488026
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| PostDoc Fellowship in Exolife Science | Closing date: 2022-06-15
Contact: Professor Anders Priemé |
| We advertise the opening of a postdoctoral position under the interdisciplinary project 'Effects of bacteria on atmospheres of Earth, Mars, and exoplanets' supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and which involves research groups at University of Copenhagen from the Niels Bohr Institute, the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Biology. | | ▸ more | We advertise the opening of a postdoctoral position under the interdisciplinary project 'Effects of bacteria on atmospheres of Earth, Mars, and exoplanets' supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and which involves research groups at University of Copenhagen from the Niels Bohr Institute, the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Biology.
Start of the fellowship is September 1, 2022, or soon thereafter.
The candidate will be based at the Section of Microbiology, Department of Biology, and will work in a team of post docs and PhD students at the Centre for ExoLife Sciences (CELS) with the common goal of deepening our understanding of how microbial life interact with its surroundings in terrestrial and extraterrestrial environments and how microorganisms affect the atmospheres of Earth and other planets, including the effects of microorganisms on cloud formation and properties.
For more information, please, see https://cels.nbi.ku.dk/english/
The main goal of the post doc project is to manipulate the genomes of selected bacterial, archaeal and fungal isolates from e.g. cold and/or dry environments in order to enhance their abilities to survive and/or sustain activity under extreme environmental conditions, e.g. simulated Martian conditions and simulated Earth or extra-terrestrial atmospheres and clouds. The genomic manipulations will include microbial taxa where stable genomic constructs often prove challenging to establish, e.g. cyanobacteria. Using genetic and physiological characterization of the main isolates the candidate will also establish the genetic and physiological background for microbial adaptations to the main environmental challenges relating to life on other planets and in atmospheres. The successful candidate will benefit from the synergy of microbiological and chemical laboratory experimentation in combination with basic understanding and advanced modelling of the physics of cloud formation and extra-terrestrial environmental conditions.
We look for a candidate in biology, biochemistry or related fields with experience in genomic manipulation of prokaryotes, fungi and/or algae using CRISPR-Cas, CRAGE or similar techniques. It will be an advantage to have experience from genomic and/or physiological characterization of prokaryotes, fungi or algae. Also, we look for a candidate who will engage in interdisciplinary research and will prioritize synergistic interactions with the other scientific fields within CELS.
The successful candidate will join a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment, will co-supervise PhD students, and will attend international conferences. In addition, it will be possible to spend time at a collaborating institution abroad.
Principal supervisor: Professor Anders Priemé, Department of Biology, email: aprieme @ bio.ku.dk.
Co-supervisor: Associate professor Jan O. M. Härter, Niels Bohr Institute, email: haerter @ nbi.ku.dk.
Further information about this position and about how to apply can be found on the University of Copenhagen job portal: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/?show=155908
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| Head of Science Operations | Closing date: 2022-04-25
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced radio astronomer with knowledge, experience and understanding of the end-to-end operations of a (radio) observatory to join an international team and contribute to the delivery of one of the largest science facilities on earth. | | ▸ more | The SKA Observatory (SKAO) has begun the construction phase of its two telescopes and will partner closely with a global network of SKA Regional Centres through which astronomers will access SKA science data products and a suite of software tools and resources to analyse their SKA data.
The SKAO will operate for 24 hours every day, executing its observing schedules in a flexible manner, to maximise its scientific productivity and access to the southern sky. Although the two SKA telescopes operate over different frequency ranges using different technologies, there will be opportunities for joint observing programmes.
The Head of Science Operations will lead and manage the Science Operations team at the SKAO Global Headquarters in the UK and will define, implement and guide the observatory-wide science operations planning and execution. They will lead a science operations functional group with the respective SKA-Low and SKA-Mid Heads of Science Operations (who will be responsible for telescope specific science operations).
The Head of Science Operations will be responsible for planning the observed science programme of the SKAO, as well as coordinating user-support for the SKAO community. During the construction phase, they will provide support to science commissioning activities and interface with the science community to lead a programme of science verification of SKA observing modes. They will lead and direct a team of Operations Scientists in order to achieve these goals.
The role lies within the SKAO Operations group and the post holder will be reporting to the Deputy-Director of Operations.
In line with our Flexible Working Policy, flexibility around working hours may be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable, ensuring telescope delivery is not impacted.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
- Participate and contribute to the management of SKA Operations as a senior science leader, providing the strategic direction, and development of SKAO operations.
- Work collaboratively with the SKA-Low and SKA-Mid Heads of Science Operations, leading the Science Operations functional group.
- Develop and deliver a cohesive, cross-observatory vision for SKA Science Operations.
- Lead the Science Operations team in supporting the time allocation process, and lead the planning and construction of the science programme.
- Lead the development and implementation of the strategy for Science Verification, working with the SKA commissioning and SKA-Low/SKA-Mid Science Operations teams.
- Work with the SKA-Low/SKA-Mid Heads of Science Operations and the SKA commissioning teams to ensure effective support is provided of the commissioning of the SKA telescopes.
- Lead the SKAO GHQ Science Operations team, putting in place a roadmap for its future growth and development.
- Represent the Science Operations perspective to support and guide SKAO project managers and software development teams delivering the SKA telescopes, on the interpretation and implementation of the top-level requirements of the SKA Observatory.
- Provide analysis of and reports on the scientific performance of the SKA telescopes.
- Develop and implement a strategy and process for a SKA Helpdesk for the SKAO community.
- Interface with the SKAO user community to gather, analyse and report on community feedback, and promote SKAO activities.
- Pursue a programme of personal research up to 25% of employed hours (optional).
- Communicate openly, effectively, and respectfully with internal and external stakeholders (in the interests of good business practice, collaboration, and enhancement of SKAO?s reputation).
- Occasionally travel nationally and internationally as necessary and when possible in the context of any international travel restrictions (typically for one week, 2-3 times per year).
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- PhD in Astronomy, Physics or another closely related or relevant field.
- Internationally recognised expertise in radio astronomy techniques in the acquisition, reduction, and analysis of interferometric data, including a demonstrable research record through the full cycle of applying for time through to refereed publications.
- Experience in commissioning radio astronomy (or similar) instrumentation and capabilities.
- Experience in a telescope operations leadership position, building on significant experience in the practical, day-to-day Science Operations of an astronomical observatory, or evidence of the potential to fulfil such a leadership position.
- Experience working with and influencing a diverse and globally distributed telescope user community and providing appropriate user support.
- Demonstrated record of successful leadership and management of teams, promoting diversity and developing an inclusive, high-performing culture, with experience of all aspects of people management including recruitment, capability development and performance management.
- Ability to work effectively with engineers and scientists from a variety of cultures, and to lead and influence people in widely differing parts of a complex and rapidly changing organisation.
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience working as part of a geographically distributed team.
- Demonstrated commitment to equitable practices to facilitate the broadest possible access to the Observatory from the scientific user community.
- Experience of overseeing and supporting an observatory time allocation process.
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.
Full details & apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/head-of-science-operations-478281.html
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| SKA-Mid Telescope Domain Specialist | Closing date: 2022-04-29
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| A unique opportunity for a senior engineer to join an international team and participate in the construction, verification and commissioning of one of the largest scientific facilities on the planet. | | ▸ more | The SKA-Mid Telescope Domain Specialist is a member of the SKA-Mid Telescope Delivery Team (TDT), a multidisciplinary team responsible for the ?delivery? of the SKA-Mid Telescope. Within the team, the SKA-Mid Telescope Domain Specialist will provide engineering support and leadership, both in their specific discipline and across the entire SKA-Mid Telescope. Working in collaboration with the SKAO System Scientists, they are responsible for the performance of the SKA-Mid Telescope.
The SKA-Mid Telescope Domain Specialist reports to the SKAO Project Engineer.
This role will be based at the SKAO Global Headquarters at Jodrell Bank, UK, and will require occasional travel and liaising with colleagues located overseas.
In line with our Flexible Working Policy, flexibility around working hours may be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable, ensuring telescope delivery is not impacted.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
- Provide guidance, advice and technical leadership in the area of domain expertise for the SKA MID Telescope, as a member of the MID Telescope Delivery Team (TDT), both at a system level and in their area of expertise.
- Support the SKA Project Engineer and SKA System Scientist in leading engineering analysis, technical notes, and engineering reports as required.
- Advise the TDT Project Manager on technical risks and performance compliance.
- Identify and manage any technical issues through engineering analysis.
- Apply a systemic approach to problem solving, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the work area?s technology and process.
- Lead team projects, and provide specialist assistance to working groups, colleagues and engineering project managers.
- Support and advise on system design and verification work for the MID Telescope.
- Represent SKAO at technical professional forums to keep up to date with best practice within a specialist engineering field.
- Occasionally travel nationally and internationally as required.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the SKA Project Engineer or a member of SKAO Senior Leadership Team.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Degree in Physics, Engineering or another closely related and relevant field, or equivalent experience.
- Substantial experience in the engineering of large, high-value research and development projects; radio astronomy, astronomy, telecommunications or defence - or a broad technical knowledge of the engineering of high technology systems, such as large observatories, space systems, telecommunications networks, nuclear power plants, etc.
- Proven experience in one or more of the following fields as specialist engineer:
a. Radio Frequency (in the MID operational Frequency Band);
b. Antenna and Feed design, including experience in cryogenic systems;
c. Beam Forming and Phased array, including experience of calibration techniques;
d. ADC and digital signal processing, including correlation techniques;
e. Mechatronic and mechanical design of telescope/antenna infrastructures;
f. Verification of complex systems;
g. Software development and integration for scientific projects.
- Experience in working with international projects and scientists from a variety of cultures, including projects with 'in-kind' contribution.
- Experience in leading diverse professional staff/project teams with the ability to coach and mentor.
- Ability to seek out and examine a range of information to identify patterns, trends and options, to solve multifaceted and complex problems, and apply this with due consideration to the specific operating context of SKAO.
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to influence people in widely differing parts of a complex organisation.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Membership of, or eligibility for, a recognised national or international engineering institute.
- Knowledge of, or a demonstrable interest in, the development, operation and ethos of large-scale international research infrastructures such as observatories.
- Experience in design for volume production and/or in large-scale manufacturing and assembly.
- Familiarity with telescopes based on radio interferometry, including experience with debugging interferometers at an early stage of development.
Full details & apply here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/-skamid-telescope-domain-specialist-477523.html
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| PhD position in (exo)planetary atmospheres and planet formation | Closing date: 2022-05-01
Contact: Christoph Mordasini |
| We invite applications for a 4-year PhD position in theoretical astrophysics and planetary science in the research groups of Prof. Christoph Mordasini and Prof. Ingo Leya at the University of Bern (Switzerland). The subject is to theoretically study the imprints of planet formation and evolution in planetary atmospheric spectra including recent modifications by stellar and galactic irradiation, and the comparison with observations. The research methods consist of a combination of numerical modelling and analytical work. | | ▸ more | The ideal candidate has a bachelor's and master's degree in physics, astrophysics, planetary sciences or equivalent, ideally with experience in the aforementioned subject and methods. The annual salary is set by the Swiss National Science Foundation and competitive. There are ample funds for travel, publications, and computers. The start date is in the summer 2022 but not later than 1. Sept. 2022.
The University of Bern is a vibrant center of (exo)planet research. It leads the National Center for Competence in Research PlanetS, hosts the Center of Space and Habitability, and is the leading house of the ESA satellite CHEOPS. The city of Bern offers an excellent living environment and is consistently ranked as one of the world's best city for quality of living by the Mercer survey. The University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in its workplace.
The position is funded through the NCCR PlanetS which is a large national framework that unifies Swiss efforts in planetary and exoplanetary science across Bern, Geneva, and Zurich. Frequent collaboration is foreseen with several researchers that are part of PlanetS.
To apply, send a motivation letter including a personal statement (maximum 1 page), a CV (maximum 2 pages), a list of publications (if applicable), transcripts of your grades of courses obtained during your bachelor's and master's degrees, and a cover letter (1 page). The entire application should be submitted via email as a single pdf file to both christoph.mordasini @ unibe.ch and ingo.leya @ unibe.ch. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that 2 letters of recommendation are sent directly by the letter writers to C. Mordasini and I. Leya, by the application deadline of 1. May 2022.
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| ERC funded post-doc position on protoplanetary disk evolution at ESO-Garching | Closing date: 2022-04-13
Contact: Carlo Manara |
| In the context of the ERC Starting Grant WANDA (https://www.eso.org/~cmanara/wanda_erc.html) hosted at the ESO headquarters in Garching, Germany, post-doctoral positions are being opened. | | ▸ more | The Post-Doc researcher(s) will work on optical high-resolution spectroscopy and integral field spectroscopy of pre-main sequence stars, and/or on analysis of high spatial resolution near- infrared and millimeter data. The Post-Doc researcher(s) will collaborate with the WANDA team and other collaborators at ESO, and interact with collaborators from the international ULLYSES and PENELLOPE projects (see here https://sites.bu.edu/odysseus/ for details) and many other colleagues, while being fully inserted in the ESO science environment. Help in supervising the PhD students in the group will be an asset.
The deadline to submit application is April, 13th 2022, and the starting date for the positions is flexible between May and December 2022.
Information on the required application material and on duration of the contracts is available at https://www.eso.org/~cmanara/wanda_erc.html#jobs
For any question, please contact Carlo Manara (cmanara @ eso.org).
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| ERC funded PhD position(s) on protoplanetary disk evolution at ESO-Garching | Closing date: 2022-04-13
Contact: Carlo Manara |
| In the context of the ERC Starting Grant WANDA (https://www.eso.org/~cmanara/wanda_erc.html) hosted at the ESO headquarters in Garching, Germany, PhD positions are being opened. | | ▸ more | The PhD student(s) will develop an original research program based on optical high-resolution spectroscopy and integral field spectroscopy of pre-main sequence stars. The aim is to determine wind properties for these targets, to be compared with disk morphologies, as well as their stellar and accretion properties. The PhD student(s) will collaborate with the WANDA team and other collaborators at ESO, and interact with collaborators from the international ULLYSES and PENELLOPE projects (see here https://sites.bu.edu/odysseus/ for details) and many other colleagues, while being fully inserted in the ESO science environment.
The deadline to submit application is April, 13th 2022, and the starting date for the positions is flexible between May and December 2022.
Information on the required application material and on duration of the contracts is available at https://www.eso.org/~cmanara/wanda_erc.html#jobs
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| PhD Positions at the Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences | Closing date: 2022-04-15
Contact: Martina Egger |
| The 'Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences' (VISESS) is soliciting applications for PhD positions within the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. Interested students can apply until the deadline of 15 April 2022 via: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/>. | | ▸ more | The 'Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences' (VISESS) is soliciting applications for PhD positions within the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. The school is announcing 9 PhD projects in the three branches 'Cosmos', 'Earth' and 'Anthroposphere' (see: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/phd-projects/>).
As humanity is facing grand challenges such as climate change and resource depletion, this doctoral school at the University of Vienna is addressing these and other challenges through interdisciplinary and transdiscipli-nary academic research connecting the COSMOS with planet EARTH, it?s environment and the ANTHROPO-SPHERE. We aim our students to become world-leading experts in either of these three branches while also confidently communicate and contribute across all three branches. We want our school to become a central place in the heart of Europe for training and as a resource of knowledge about our place in space and time. For further information see: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/>.
Interested students can apply until the deadline of 15 April 2022 via: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/>.
Contact: admin.visess @ univie.ac.at>
List of projects: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/phd-projects/>
Application form: <https://visess.univie.ac.at/how-to-apply/>
Requirements:
Astrophysics / Astronomy / Earth Sciences / Geography / Geoinformatics / Environmental Sciences / Geoecolo-gy / Mathematics / Computer Science (depending on project): Master Degree or equivalent
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
The University pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity (<http://diversity.univie.ac.at/>). The University lays special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants.
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| Postdoctoral position in Infrared Extra-galactic Astronomy at the Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH, Crete (Greece) | Closing date: 2022-06-01
Contact: Tanio Diaz Santos |
The Institute of Astrophysics at the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (IA-FORTH), located in the island of Crete (Greece) is expecting to recruit one postdoctoral researcher in the field of Infrared Extra-galactic Astronomy, who will work under the supervision of Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos and will collaborate with an international team of experts in the topic.
| | ▸ more | The postdoc is expected to mainly work on the processing, analysis and interpretation of infrared, sub-millimeter and radio datasets obtained with the Atacama Large Millimeter-submillimeter Array (ALMA) and the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) for a sample of interacting, luminous infrared galaxies in the nearby Universe. The postdoc is also expected to actively participate in follow-up observations of the galaxy sample and other similar sources using current and future ground- or space-based telescope facilities. The postdoc will also have the opportunity to work on projects related to the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). They will also have the possibility to form collaborations with international experts in galaxy evolution via training periods and extended visits to the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) in Charlottesville, VA, USA, at the group of Prof. Aaron Evans, as well as to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena, CA, USA, at the group of Dr. Lee Armus.
The initial appointments for the postdoc position is for two years, with the possibility of extension for an additional year after a review. The net monthly salary will be ~1600? (similar to the level of an Assistant Professor in Greece). The expected starting date for the position is summer 2022; from as early as May/June and possibly not later than November 2022. The recruitment process will remain open until the position is filled.
Applicants for the position are required to have a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field at the time of the appointment. We encourage applications from researchers with expertise in infrared astronomy and/or sub-mm or radio interferometry. Experience on the topic of the physics and interstellar medium properties of star-forming and active galaxies is highly desirable. Good programming skills are also a plus.
Interested candidates are invited to communicate with Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos by June 1, 2022 or earlier, sending a research statement (2 pages max.) and their CV to tanio @ ia.forth.gr
More information is available at:
Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH: http://www.ia.forth.gr
XTREME project: XTREME: The Extended ISM of Extreme Galaxies
Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos: https://www.ia.forth.gr/people/DiazSantos
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| PhD student in Infrared Extra-galactic Astronomy at the Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH, Crete (Greece) | Closing date: 2022-06-01
Contact: Tanio Diaz Santos |
| The Institute of Astrophysics at the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (IA-FORTH), located in the island of Crete (Greece) is expecting to recruit one PhD student in the field of Infrared Extra-galactic Astronomy, who will work under the supervision of Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos and will collaborate with an international team of experts in the topic. | | ▸ more | The PhD student is expected to mainly work on the processing, analysis and interpretation of mid- and far-infrared datasets obtained with the Spitzer Space Telescope and with the Herschel Space Observatory for a sample of interacting, luminous infrared galaxies in the nearby Universe. The PhD student is also expected to actively participate in follow-up observations of the galaxy sample and other similar sources using current and future ground- or space-based telescope facilities. They will also have the opportunity to work on projects related to the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). There will also be possibilities to form collaborations with international experts in galaxy evolution via training periods and extended visits to the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) in Charlottesville, VA, USA, at the group of Prof. Aaron Evans, as well as to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena, CA, USA, at the group of Dr. Lee Armus.
The PhD fellow will need to be admitted and registered as a student at the Department of Physics of the University of Crete. The net monthly salary will be ~1000 Euros. The recruitment process will remain open until the positions are filled. Interested candidates are invited to communicate with Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos by June 1, 2022 or earlier, sending their CV to tanio @ ia.forth.gr
More information is available at:
Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH: http://www.ia.forth.gr
XTREME project: XTREME: The Extended ISM of Extreme Galaxies
Dr. Tanio Diaz Santos: https://www.ia.forth.gr/people/DiazSantos
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| European ALMA Programme Scientist | Closing date: 2022-04-17
Contact: Human Resources |
The European ALMA Programme Scientist serves as the primary contact between the ALMA Observatory, the European ALMA Support Centre and the European astronomical community with respect to the scientific capabilities, mission and exploitation of the ALMA facility.
S/he is responsible for ensuring that the European share of the observatory and its future development will enable ALMA to meet the scientific requirements. S/he monitors the scientific performance of ALMA operations and its compliance to what is required to carry out forefront science.
| | ▸ more | S/he fosters high-level participation of the community to identify emergent areas of astronomical research and help promote their rapid development. This includes identifying strategies for the best scientific use through the development plan.
Together with the ALMA Observatory Scientist, the North American and East Asian Programme Scientists, s/he:
-is a member of the Integrated Science Team (see ALMA Management);
-helps to set scientific requirements and specifications for ALMA;
-reviews and monitors compliance with the scientific requirements and technical specifications in the various discipline areas.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
-Foster a high level of participation by the ALMA community;
-Organise workshops; support the European ALMA Regional Centre activities in disseminating information on ALMA and present ALMA in talks at conferences/institutes;
-Provide scientific guidance to ALMA operations in Europe through the European ALMA Support Centre (EASC) in coordination with the ALMA partners;
-Participate in the management of the EASC as a member of its management team, maintain scientific coordination on the development plan with the other ALMA partners, cultivate the strong relationship with the Joint ALMA Observatory (JAO) necessary to influence its activities and priorities, and provide high-level European input to the scientific priorities of the ALMA development plan;
-Contribute to the development of the overall EASC policy, support the definition and execution of ESO internal ALMA development projects;
-Organise the European Scientific Advisory Committee (ESAC) and its meetings. ESAC is a sub-committee of ESO?s Science and Technology Committee (STC), advising the ESO Council and ESO Director General. Organise ESAC teleconferences, as needed, ensuring ESAC face-to-face meetings are as effective as possible, delivering necessary documentation on time ahead of the meetings and contributing to the STC meetings;
-Support the European members of ALMA Science Advisory Committee (ASAC), and support the STC as needed by the ESO Director for Science;
-Coordinate the ALMA Project Scientist at ESO, according to ESO's scientific priorities;
-Work as part of the ALMA Integrated Science Team, with the Observatory Scientist at JAO, to update and maintain the top-level ALMA science requirements;
-Advise the ESO Communications Department, alongside the Programme Scientists for VLT, VLTI and ELT, on the scientific merit of proposed press releases;
-Play an active role in ESO and the Directorate for Science (DSC), mentoring the Students and Fellows and helping provide an environment in which science and scientists can thrive; attend regularly and actively participate in various science meetings and in DSC group meetings; and
-Budget responsibility for a Directorate for Science-specific Work Package.
As a member of the ESO Astronomy Faculty, the European ALMA Programme Scientist is expected and encouraged to conduct a world class research programme and is encouraged to foster collaborations within the Munich broader research area.
Reports to:
Director for Science, in coordination with the Head of the European ALMA Support Centre.
Key Competences and Experience
Essential Competences and Experience:
-Outstanding scientific record, based on an extensive use of sub-mm resources, allowing him/her to develop and formulate a scientific vision for ALMA;
-Excellent leadership qualities, inspiring the community and ALMA Partners to support ALMA as a prime astronomical facility;
-Outstanding teamwork skills allowing him/her to work closely with the key stakeholders across the ALMA programme (in particular with the other ALMA Programme Scientists, the oversight and advisory committees, as well as the ESO and JAO leadership) and with the other ESO Programme Scientists for the greater good (and interaction) of ESO facilities;
-Expresses self in a clear, concise and structured manner;
-Able to set aside individual needs in support of the strategic and operational needs of ESO;
-Able to constructively suggest improvements to established ways of working to create positive change;
-Proposes original ideas and creative options; thinks ?outside the box?;
-Delivers work on time and to required standards, optimising resources as necessary and in line with budget;
-Outstanding communication and diplomatic skills, allowing to effectively communicate at all levels within the ALMA partnership and with the community;
-A strong record of personal research, demonstrating international recognition in sub-mm related research.
Desirable Competences and Experience:
-Experience as project scientist, project lead or equivalent within sub-mm scientific programmes or projects;
-Contributions to facility oversight and/or advisory structures;
-Experience in community liaison and/or community leadership.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in astronomy, physics or equivalent.
Language skills:
The position requires an excellent command of the English language, both oral and written. Additional knowledge of Spanish and/or other European languages would be an advantage.
Application:
If you are interested in working in areas of frontline technology and in a stimulating international environment, please visit (http://www.eso.org) for further details.
Applicants are invited to apply online at http://jobs.eso.org/. Applications must be completed in English and should include a motivation letter, CV containing a publication list with a research statement. Also required are the names and contact details of three scientists familiar with your work and willing to provide a recommendation letter. Referees will be automatically invited to submit a recommendation letter. However, applicants are strongly advised to trigger these invitations (using the web application form) well in advance of the application deadline.
Closing date for applications is 22 April 2022.
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| Solar Physicist at ESA/ESTEC | Closing date: 2022-03-29
Contact: Olivier Witasse |
ESA is looking for a Solar Physicist for the Solar Orbiter mission.
Vacancy in the Directorate of Science. | | ▸ more | ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
This is a post for a limited duration of 2 years and is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations? salary scale
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands
Description
The European Space Agency maintains a world-leading Science Programme with missions in solar and heliospheric physics, planetary science, astrophysics and fundamental physics. The Department for Science and Operations (SCI-S), within ESA's Directorate for Science, hosts the scientists and engineers that oversee the space missions from study to end of operations; it develops the science operation systems for the missions and conduct their science operations in flight; it archives and curates their data during operations and beyond. The main objective of the department is to maximise the scientific return of the missions for the benefit of humankind.
You will be assigned to the post of Solar Physicist for the Solar Orbiter mission. You will report hierarchically to the Head of the Solar System Section (H/SCI-SCP). Functionally you will work closely with the Solar Orbiter Project Scientist who will provide guidance on the prioritisation of the day-to-day tasks.
Solar Orbiter, launched in February 2020, is the first medium-class mission of ESA?s Cosmic Vision programme and is exploring the connection between the Sun and heliosphere by combining remote-sensing observations of the Sun with in situ measurements of the heliosphere. Solar Orbiter?s Nominal Mission Phase commenced in November 2021, with the first close solar encounter in March 2022. The mission is in an elliptical orbit around the Sun with perihelia as low as 0.28 au, and with increasing inclination up to more than 33° with respect to the solar equator.
Duties:
Providing scientific expertise and support to the Solar Orbiter mission in the field of solar physics;
Supporting the Solar Orbiter Project Scientist in the following tasks:
* acting, for all scientific matters, as the interface between ESA?s operations teams on the one hand, and external scientific teams, partners, and the community on the other hand;
* ensuring that the maximum scientific return from a mission is maintained as a target, within technical, financial, programmatic, and safety constraints;
* preparing and disseminating relevant scientific documentation;
* promoting the mission to the wider scientific community via conferences and electronic means, and supporting broader Directorate and Agency communications, outreach, and education activities;
Actively pursuing personal scientific research, preferably in the area of solar physics, and participating in the research activities of the department.
Technical competencies:
* Active researcher in a relevant field of space science
* Knowledge of the latest developments in research and facilities in the relevant field
* Knowledge and experience in scientific space missions and payloads
* Experience in coordinating the scientific community and managing multiple interfaces at international level
* Experience in promoting science to the wider scientific community and general public
Behavioural competencies:
* Result orientation
* Operational efficiency
* Fostering cooperation
* Relationship management
* Continuous improvement
* Forward thinking
Education
PhD in solar physics or space sciences is required.
Additional requirements
Further assets for this position include the following:
Experience in operations of solar physics instrumentation; experience in operations of ground-based solar physics facilities.
Closing Date for applications: 29 March 2022
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us email contact.human.resources @ esa.int.
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Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia.
For more information and application see https://jobs.esa.int/job/Noordwijk-Solar-Physicist-ESTE/774262701/
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| Project Scientist at ESA/ESTEC | Closing date: 2022-03-29
Contact: Oliver Jennrich |
ESA is looking for a Project Scientist.
Vacancy in the Directorate of Science with initial assignment as Project Scientist for CHEOPS mission | | ▸ more | ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
This post is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations? salary scale.
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Description
The European Space Agency maintains a world-leading Science Programme with missions in heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics and fundamental physics. The Department of Science and Operations, in ESA's Directorate of Science hosts the scientists and engineers who oversee the space missions from the study phase to end of operations, develops the science operation systems for the missions and operates the missions in space; it archives and curates their data during operations and beyond. Our main objective is to maximise the scientific output of the missions for the benefit of humankind.
The ESA Science Programme includes several missions targeting exoplanet science, CHEOPS and PLATO focus on high precision photometry to detect transiting exoplanets, while the Ariel and NASA/ESA/CSA JWST missions will perform detailed spectroscopic observations of exoplanet atmospheres in the infrared.
You will initially be assigned to be the Project Scientist for CHEOPS mission, during which time you will interface and engage with the ESA astronomical community and the public to keep the mission and its science prominent and visible. In close collaboration with the CHEOPS PI, you will ensure that the maximum scientific return from the mission is maintained as a target throughout all phases, keeping within the technical, financial, programmatic and safety constraints.
You will form a team working closely with the other two Project Scientists for the exoplanet-science missions, PLATO and Ariel, in which you will engage with and prepare the community for the science from these upcoming missions and to implement activities that increase the scientific value of the missions with the stakeholders.
Furthermore, you will explore a possible ESA collaboration with the NASA mission aiming to search for biosignatures from habitable zone exoplanets, which was identified as a priority by the NASA 2020 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal survey.
As Project Scientist you are expected to actively pursue personal scientific research and participate in the Science Faculty.
Duties
The main duties and responsibilities of the Project Scientist include:
* ensuring that the maximum scientific return from a mission is maintained as a target throughout all phases (study, development, operations, archiving), within technical, financial, programmatic, and safety constraints;
* coordinating the definition of science requirements with the CHEOPS Science Team and monitoring their implementation during all phases;
* interfacing for scientific matters with the operations teams, external scientific teams, partners, and the community;
* coordinating and executing calls for observing proposals and discretionary time proposals;
* preparing and disseminating relevant scientific documentation and reporting to ESA management and, as requested, to the Advisory Structure;
* for the mission extension proposals, leading the development of the science case for the wider ESA community;
* promoting the mission to the wider scientific community via conferences and electronic means, and supporting broader Directorate and Agency communications, outreach, and education activities.
Technical competencies:
* Active research career
* Experience in coordinating the scientific community and managing multiple interfaces at the international level
* Knowledge and experience in scientific space missions and payloads
* Experience in promoting science to the wider scientific community and general public
* Knowledge of the latest developments in research and facilities in the relevant field
Behavioural competencies:
* Result Orientation
* Operational Efficiency
* Fostering Cooperation
* Relationship Management
* Continuous Improvement
* Forward Thinking
Education:
A PhD in astrophysics (or equivalent) is required.
Additional requirements:
Knowledge of the current status of exoplanet science and a good understanding of the next steps in this field
Further assets for this position are:
* Experience in the management of scientific teams
* Experience in managing industrial contracts
* International work experience
* A good understanding of the European and worldwide space science context, including the programmatic context
Closing Date for applications: 29 March 2022
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us email contact.human.resources @ esa.int.
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Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia.
For more information, see https://jobs.esa.int/job/Noordwijk-Project-Scientist-ESTE/774258501/
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| Tenure Track Assistant Professor Astronomy and Astrophysics (University of Groningen) | Closing date: 2022-03-31
Contact: Prof. dr. I.Kamp, Prof. dr. F.van der Tak, Prof. dr. L. Koopmans |
| The Kapteyn Astronomical Institute of the University of Groningen invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in the field of Exoplanets. We are particularly interested in a candidate with a strong background in Planetary Sciences who can connect to the key themes of the Dutch Origins Centre and engage in collaborations with other institutes at the Faculty of Science and Engineering and with SRON and universities across the Netherlands. | | ▸ more | The mission of the Kapteyn Astronomical Institute is to perform front-line research in astronomy, astrophysics and related fields, aided by the proximity of NWO-institutes ASTRON and SRON and the NOVA labs, and to provide an excellent educational environment for both graduate and undergraduate studies. The University of Groningen is currently in or near the top 100 on several influential international ranking lists.
As Assistant Professor you will develop your own research line/group, supervise PhD students, acquire external funding, teach and contribute to the organization of the faculty.
We encourage you to apply if you have a PhD degree in Astronomy or closely aligned field (such as Physics, Planetary Sciences or Geosciences) and at least two years of postdoctoral experience, a developed international network, excellent research qualities and a good track record in teaching (appropriate for your career stage).
We offer a full-time position as Assistant Professor in our faculty?s tenure track system Career Paths in Science with a salary, depending on qualifications and work experience, from 3.821 Euro up to a maximum of 5.943 Euro gross per month (according to the CAO Dutch Universities). The position includes a pension scheme, paid maternity and parental leave and the possibility to work part-time (0,9 fte or 0,8 fte).
A complete application consists of a single pdf file including a cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position, a CV, including a list of your publications and a list with names of at least three references, a list of five self-selected ?best papers?, a list of five ?key research outputs?, a statement of your teaching goals and experience and a description of your scientific interest and plans. Please also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to recruitment @ rug.nl. The deadline for applications for this position is 9am CET on March 31st, 2022.
More details concerning the description of the position, working conditions, pre-requisites and how to apply can be found here (https://www.rug.nl/about-ug/work-with-us/job-opportunities/?details=00347-02S0008Z0P&cat=wp).
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| Head of Software Product Management | Closing date: 2022-04-04
Contact: Hiring Manager |
| An amazing opportunity for an experienced Software Product Manager with an understanding of large science systems. | | ▸ more | The Role
The SKAO project requires a large amount of software to be written across many different areas, from control theory to domain knowledge in radio astronomy. This is achieved through a worldwide collaboration of hundreds of people. The only way to develop software in an agile way involving this many people is through the use of a framework that allows agile processes to scale. The SKAO uses the Scaled Agile Framework as a basis for its software development processes.
The Head of Software Product Management is responsible for setting the vision and direction of the software development for SKA Construction, supported by the SKA Product Management team, which this role will be managing. The Head of Software Product Management has overall responsibility for developing the roadmap and prioritisation of SKA Software. The development teams are distributed worldwide and have a very broad range of backgrounds and skills.
The Head of Software Product Management role lies within the SKAO Operations group, with the post holder reporting to the Deputy Director of Operations, but working closely with Computing and Software teams in their day-to-day activities.
In line with our Flexible Working Policy, flexibility around working hours may be accommodated in agreement with the Line Manager where operationally viable, ensuring telescope delivery is not impacted.
Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties
The main functions of this role will be to:
- Ensure that the SKA Software construction teams delivers maximum value to the business for the overall investment made.
- Work with stakeholders to understand the project requirements and define programme objectives.
- Work as part of the SKA Software Solution team in collaboration with the Solution Train Engineer and the Lead Software Architect, to deliver the SKA Software.
- Own the software backlog, including defining and championing software features and the constant evaluation of technical, functional, performance and user-value tradeoffs, and prioritising the software features for each Program Increment.
- Ensure, in collaboration with software architects, an appropriate balance between functionality and architecture in software development.
- Develop and communicate the SKA software development roadmap for the SKA telescopes, working with the telescope delivery teams.
- Help software construction teams understand backlog items, their objectives and priorities.
- Lead problem solving workshops to understand the root causes of content issues and impediments, and establish cost of programme delays.
- Participate in Release Management and solution validation, and accept software features as 'Done'.
- Provide content completion forecasts based on the programme?s forecast velocity.
- Manage and continue to develop an effective Product Management team.
- Chair the Product Manager Sync meetings.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as directed.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- Qualifications to degree level in a relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience and expertise.
- Significant experience as a Software Content Manager in large agile software developments in scientific or highly technical systems. This experience should include:
1. Understanding and describing system requirements;
2. Establishing priorities and appropriate tradeoffs for system functionality and performance;
3. Translating high level objectives into the level of detail suitable for technical implementation;
4. Communicating these to technical teams in a concise and meaningful manner.
- Ability to work with highly specialised project teams and other stakeholders across international boundaries and time zones, involving a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.
- Ability to engender trust in a role that has clear responsibility to both business owners and technical development teams.
- Experience in a leadership position, or evidence of potential to fulfil a leadership position.
- Be a flexible team player who is adaptable to change.
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required (typically 4-6 times per year).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate would also have:
- Experience of a similar role in a Software Development Project within a Scientific/Astronomical or similarly challenging environment.
- Agile certification (Scaled Agile Program Consultant, BCS Agile Practitioner certification or similar).
Full details here: https://recruitment.skao.int/vacancy/head-of-software-product-management-474757.html
Full details here:
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| PhD position in evolution of distant galaxies - Torun (Poland) | Closing date: 2022-05-01
Contact: Maciej Koprowski |
| The astronomy group at Nicolaus Copernicus University (Torun, Poland) invites applications for a PhD position in extragalactic astronomy, starting September/October 2022. | | ▸ more | The student will work with Dr Maciej Koprowski on the determination of the time evolution of the star formation rate density in the early Universe out to redshifts as high as ~7 (about 1 billion years after the Big Bang). The project involves working with the observational data, collected with the state-of-the-art telescopes, like ALMA, JCMT, Herschel, Spitzer, Hubble, etc., using stacking techniques in order to quantify the contribution from faint galaxies, writing your own codes and summarising the results in the form of the scientific paper.
Torun is located in the heart of Poland and is renowned for its beautiful medieval town centre, its lively cultural scene and its vibrant student life. The Institute is located some 15km north of the Torun city center in the Piwnice Observatory - home of the 32-m RT-4 radio telescope, being a part of the European VLBI network.
The position is fully funded for 3 years. We offer a scholarship of 3400 PLN per month, raising to 4100 PLN per month after the first 18 months of the degree. In addition, the position has a generous funding available for conferences and research visits.
Applicants should have a MSc degree in astronomy or a closely related field and good English speaking and writing skills. Previous experience with programming will be an advantage. Applications are due on 1st of May 2022, with the starting date of 1st of September - negotiable. Applicants should submit their CV, a statement of the candidate's research interests, experience, and skills directly to mkoprowski @ umk.pl and arrange for two letters of reference to be sent, --directly from referees--, to the same address.
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| ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme | Closing date: 2022-04-30
Contact: Guido De Marchi |
| To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, the European Space Agency (ESA) welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research projects based on data publicly available in the ESA Space Science Archives (https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc). | | ▸ more | The ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme is open to scientists, at all career levels, affiliated with institutes in ESA Member States and Collaborating States. Early-career scientists (within 10 years of the PhD) are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications by PhD students are also welcome.
During their stay, visiting scientists will have access to archives and mission specialists for help with the retrieval, calibration, and analysis of archival data. In principle, all areas of space research covered by ESA science missions can be supported.
Residence lasts typically between one and three months, also distributed over multiple visits. Research projects can be carried out at ESAC (Madrid, Spain) and at ESTEC (Noordwijk, Netherlands). To offset the expenses incurred by visitors, ESA covers travel costs from and to the home institution and provides support for lodging expenses and meals.
Applications received before 1 May 2022 will be considered for visits in autumn 2022 and winter 2023.
For further details, including areas of research and contact information, please refer to:
https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/esdc/visitor-programme
or write to the programme coordinators at arvp @ cosmos.esa.int
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| Tenure-Track Professorship for the field of Exoplanetary Atmospheres | Closing date: 2022-04-01
Contact: Prof. Dr. Petra Heinz |
At the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy of the University of Vienna (Department of Astrophysics) the position of a
Tenure-Track Professorship for the field of Exoplanetary Atmospheres
(full-time position) is to be filled. We are seeking an outstanding early career scientist who will establish an internationally competitive and innovative research program in the field of Exoplanetary Atmospheres. | | ▸ more | Possible research topics include, among others, the formation, evolution, and dispersal of planetary atmospheres, chemical processing, or atmospheric dynamics; the focus of the position will be on atmospheres of rocky planets, and bridging to research on habitable planetary environments will be very welcome. The successful candidate will develop her/his research either based on observational methods, or on numerical modeling/theoretical approaches, or both. Experience in interdisciplinary and international research cooperation is highly desired.
For all details related to candidate qualifications, necessary application materials, how to apply, application deadline, and the offers by the University, please consider the full announcement text given at the URL of the University of Vienna Job Center, Job no. 12846 (direct link see below).
Included Benefits: See full announcement text
Application Deadline: Friday, April 1, 2022
URL: Job no. 12846 in University of Vienna Job Center
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| PhD study in astronomy, Krakow, Poland | Closing date: 2022-03-25
Contact: Elzbieta Danielkiewicz-Krosniak |
| PhD study in astronomy at the Jagiellonian University covers broad range of theoretical and observational research subjects, from analysis of optically variable objects (both stellar and AGNs), high energy astrophysics and accretion disks, radio astronomy, relativistic astrophysics and cosmology. Candidates eligible for admission to the Astronomy program of study are the holders of Master of Science (Magister, Magister engineer), or equivalent professional title awarded in the field of exact sciences, or last year students who will graduate and become the holders of Master of science before September 2022. | | ▸ more | Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences Astronomy at Jagiellonian University (city: Krakow, country: Poland)
PhD study in astronomy covers broad range of theoretical and observational research subjects, from analysis of optically variable objects (like accreting binary stars or active galactic nuclei), high energy astrophysics, multiwavelength astronomy, radio astronomy, relativistic astrophysics and cosmology. Astronomical Observatory of the Jagiellonian University participates in ESO, has access to the SALT optical telescope, collaborates in HESS and CTA projects (gamma-ray astrophysics) as well as in the network of LOFAR radio telescopes array, also participate in the VIRGO gravitational waves detector. Our researches use also several world class Earth bound radio (VLA, 100m Effelsberg) and space (Chandra, XMM, Fermi) observatories.
All interested candidates are welcome to register in our on-line system.
Accepted foreign students will obtain Ph.D. fellowships (equal to the ones provided to the Polish students i.e. approx. 2200* PLN per month, which is 26400 PLN per year), as well as, the health insurance (students from outside EU may be subject of another regulations in that matter).
Based on good progress in a PhD thesis preparation students can apply for support of travels and conference participation. They can also apply for research grants from the Polish Science Foundation.
There is NO tuition fee.
* Costs of living in Poland is significantly lower than in Western European countries.
Registration starts: 07.03.2022
Registration ends: 25.03.2022
Entrance exams: 30.03.2022
Start of studies: October 2022
http://www.oa.uj.edu.pl/Studia_Doktoranckie/stopien3.en.html
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| Postdoctoral positions in Radio Astronomy at the Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH, Crete (Greece) | Closing date: 2022-05-01
Contact: Carolina Casadio |
The Institute of Astrophysics at the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (IA-FORTH), located in the island of Crete (Greece) is expecting to recruit two postdoctoral researchers in Radio Astronomy, who will work, under the supervision of Dr. Carolina Casadio and they will collaborate with an international team of experts in the field. The positions will be funded by the European Research Council Starting Grant (agreement No 101040021), entitled "SMILE: Search for milli-lenses to discriminate between dark matter models".
| | ▸ more | The postdoctoral researchers are expected to mainly work on the calibration, analysis and interpretation of radio Very Long Baseline Interferometric (VLBI) data of sources in the SMILE sample as well as actively participate in follow-up observations of gravitational lens candidates and the scientific exploitation of the results. They will also have the possibility of close collaborations with experts in signal processing and machine learning at the Signal Processing Laboratory of the Institute of Computer Science - FORTH, in Crete. Moreover, they will be offered the opportunity of spending extended training/collaboration periods at the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy (MPIfR) in Bonn Germany, at the Radio Astronomy/VLBI department lead by Prof. J. Anton Zensus, as well as at the group of Prof. Anthony C. Readhead at Caltech (USA).
The net monthly salaries will be ~1600 Euros (level of Ast. Professor in Greece). Applicants for the postdoctoral positions are required to have a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics or a related field at the time of the appointment. We encourage the applications from researchers with expertise in radio interferometry and VLBI data calibration, and physics of active galaxies. Good skills in programming are also highly desirable. The recruitment process will remain open until the positions are filled.
Interested candidates are invited to communicate with Dr. Carolina Casadio by May 1st 2022, sending their CV at ccasadio @ ia.forth.gr.
More information is available at:
Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH: http://www.ia.forth.gr
SMILE project: https://smilescience.info
Dr. Carolina Casadio: https://www.ia.forth.gr/people/casadio
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| PhD students in Radio Astronomy at the Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH, Crete (Greece) | Closing date: 2022-05-01
Contact: Carolina Casadio |
| The Institute of Astrophysics at the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (IA-FORTH), located in the island of Crete (Greece) is expecting to recruit two PhD students in Radio Astronomy, who will work, under the supervision of Dr. Carolina Casadio and they will collaborate with an international team of experts in the field. The positions will be funded by the European Research Council Starting Grant (agreement No 101040021), entitled "SMILE: Search for milli-lenses to discriminate between dark matter models". | | ▸ more | The PhD students are expected to mainly work on the calibration, analysis and interpretation of radio Very Long Baseline Interferometric (VLBI) data of sources in the SMILE sample as well as actively participate in follow-up observations of gravitational lens candidates and the scientific exploitation of the results. They will also have the possibility of close collaborations with experts in signal processing and machine learning at the Signal Processing Laboratory of the Institute of Computer Science - FORTH, in Crete. Moreover, they will be offered the opportunity of spending extended training/collaboration periods at the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy (MPIfR) in Bonn Germany, at the Radio Astronomy/VLBI department lead by Prof. J. Anton Zensus, as well as at the group of Prof. Anthony C. Readhead at Caltech (USA).
The net monthly salaries for the PhD student positions will be ~1100 Euros. The expected starting date for the postdoctoral and PhD student positions is summer 2022 and possibly not later than November 2022. The PhD fellows will need to be admitted and registered as students at the Department of Physics of the Univ. of Crete. The recruitment process will remain open until the positions are filled.
Interested candidates are invited to communicate with Dr. Carolina Casadio by May 1st 2022, sending their CV at ccasadio @ ia.forth.gr.
More information is available at:
Institute of Astrophysics - FORTH: http://www.ia.forth.gr
SMILE project: https://smilescience.info
Dr. Carolina Casadio: https://www.ia.forth.gr/people/casadio
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| PhD Positions in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics | Closing date: 2022-03-30
Contact: Johan Samsing |
The Niels Bohr International Academy at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for PhD Fellowships in Gravitational Physics and Astrophysics (in particular black-hole and gravitational-wave physics). The preferred starting date is Summer-Fall 2022. Interested candidates should upload and arrange for relevant material to be uploaded online before March 30, 2022. The search may possibly continue beyond that date. | | ▸ more | The Niels Bohr International Academy at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for PhD Fellowships in Gravitational Physics and Astrophysics (in particular black-hole and gravitational-wave physics) for a fixed period of three years. The preferred starting date is Summer-Fall 2022. Interested candidates should upload a 2-page CV, transcripts, and a one-page letter of motivation and arrange for any other relevant material to be uploaded online as well and preferably before March 30, 2022. The search may possibly continue beyond that date.
The PhD candidate will join a rapidly growing group with opportunities to work on timely topics related to the astrophysical formation of gravitational wave sources, and how gravitational wave detectors, such as LIGO/Virgo, LISA, DECIGO, CE/ET, can be used to probe their origin.
The Niels Bohr International Academy is currently undergoing a vigorous expansion into the field of Gravitational Physics, bringing together a number of scientists from several areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics and addressing some of the most burning questions related to gravity. More information can be found through the website Gravitational Physics at Niels Bohr International Academy.
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. The primary criterion for the evaluation of candidates is scientific excellence.
For further information, questions and informal inquiries please contact Johan Samsing via email.
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| PhD position in modelling of irradiated binaries | Closing date: 2022-03-31
Contact: Manuel Linares |
We welcome applications for one PhD position at the Department of Physics of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). We especially encourage women to apply for this position.
The PhD candidate will work on topics related to compact binary millisecond pulsars (aka 'spiders') within the LOVE-NEST team. She or he is expected to design, code, test and exploit physical models of spiders and irradiated binaries.
| | ▸ more | The selected candidate will join a growing and multifaceted research team funded by the H2020 ERC Consolidator Grant LOVE-NEST (https://home.phys.ntnu.no/LOVE-NEST/; PI: M. Linares). The main focus of the ERC team is the study of compact binary millisecond pulsars, which has an impact on a broad range of science topics (including super-massive neutron stars, nuclear physics, gravitational wave astronomy, cosmic rays, accretion flows and pulsar winds).
The position has a duration of three years, with a possible extension to a fourth year contingent on availability and optional teaching duties. The start date is mutually agreeable, and expected around June 2022.
The position is based in Trondheim: a vibrant multicultural city surrounded by beautiful landscapes and the third largest municipality in Norway (renowned as its technological capital). NTNU is the largest University in the country and provides excellent working conditions.
About the group
The Astrophysics and Particle Physics (APP) Group carries out research in high-energy astrophysics, astroparticle physics and multi-wavelength astronomy, as well as particle physics. Its current scientific interests include compact objects, cosmic ray production, transport and detection, astrophysical neutrinos, active galactic nuclei and quantum chromodynamics.
The APP Group is part of the Department of Physics, which currently employs about 160 people. On average some 2000 NTNU students follow courses at the Department of Physics every year.
Required selection criteria
A MSc in Astronomy or Astrophysics (by the start date of the position)
Experience in scientific coding in a Linux/Mac environment
Fluent English communication, written and oral
Your education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian degree programme, where 120 credits are obtained at master's level
You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and an average grade from the master's degree program, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared with NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic basis. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be assessed if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
You must meet the requirements for admission to the faculty's doctoral program.
Preferred selection criteria
Experience in numerical codes for astrophysics
Published experience in binary systems and compact objects
Proven knowledge of programming languages (C++, Fortran, Python)
Personal characteristics
Social and collaborative skills (ability to work in a team and contribute to its success)
Enthusiasm for science
Independent
Systematic
We offer
Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
An open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Employee benefits
Access to telescope time through dedicated ERC funds and the Nordic Optical Telescope
Ample budget for travel, computing equipment and other research expenses
Access to the computer cluster at the Department of Physics
Salary and conditions
PhD candidates are remunerated in code 1017, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 491 200 per annum before tax. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
The position has a duration of three years, with a possible extension to a fourth year contingent on availability and optional teaching duties.
About the application
The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English.
You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above.
The application must include:
Cover letter (summarize your background and motivation to apply; max. 1p)
CV (max. 4p; and the most important certificates/diplomas, with English translation when necessary)
List of publications (briefly describe your contribution in the case of large collaborations; max. 4p)
Two reference letters sent directly by the academic references to manuel.linares @ ntnu.no. Also, list their names, position and contact details in the application.
Application deadline: 31.03.22
For full details see:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/220097/phd-position-in-modelling-of-irradiated-binaries
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| PhD position in optical studies of binary millisecond pulsars | Closing date: 2022-04-30
Contact: Manuel Linares |
We welcome applications for one PhD position at the Department of Physics of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). We especially encourage women to apply for this position.
The PhD candidate will work on topics related to compact binary millisecond pulsars (aka 'spiders') within the LOVE-NEST team. She or he is expected to reduce, analyze and interpret spectroscopic observations of spiders and related systems.
| | ▸ more | The selected candidate will join a growing and multifaceted research team funded by the H2020 ERC Consolidator Grant LOVE-NEST (https://home.phys.ntnu.no/LOVE-NEST/; PI: M. Linares). The main focus of the ERC team is the study of compact binary millisecond pulsars, which has an impact on a broad range of science topics (including super-massive neutron stars, nuclear physics, gravitational wave astronomy, cosmic rays, accretion flows and pulsar winds).
The position has a duration of three years, with a possible extension to a fourth year contingent on availability and optional teaching duties. The start date is mutually agreeable, and expected around September 2022.
The position is based in Trondheim: a vibrant multicultural city surrounded by beautiful landscapes and the third largest municipality in Norway (renowned as its technological capital). NTNU is the largest University in the country and provides excellent working conditions.
About the group
The Astrophysics and Particle Physics (APP) Group carries out research in high-energy astrophysics, astroparticle physics and multi-wavelength astronomy, as well as particle physics. Its current scientific interests include compact objects, cosmic ray production, transport and detection, astrophysical neutrinos, active galactic nuclei and quantum chromodynamics.
The APP Group is part of the Department of Physics, which currently employs about 160 people. On average some 2000 NTNU students follow courses at the Department of Physics every year.
Required selection criteria
A MSc in Astronomy or Astrophysics (by the start date of the position)
Experience in observational optical astronomy.
Fluent English communication, written and oral
Your education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian degree programme, where 120 credits are obtained at master's level
You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and an average grade from the master's degree program, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared with NTNU's grading scale. If you do not have letter grades from previous studies, you must have an equally good academic basis. If you have a weaker grade background, you may be assessed if you can document that you are particularly suitable for a PhD education.
You must meet the requirements for admission to the faculty's doctoral program.
Preferred selection criteria
Hands-on experience in ground-based astronomical observations
Published experience in optical spectroscopy
Knowledge of astronomical software for optical data analysis (IRAF/PyRAF, Astropy, SIMBAD, Starlink)
Personal characteristics
Social and collaborative skills (ability to work in a team and contribute to its success)
Enthusiasm for science
Independent
Systematic
We offer
Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
An open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Employee benefits
Access to telescope time through dedicated ERC funds and the Nordic Optical Telescope
Ample budget for travel, computing equipment and other research expenses
Access to the computer cluster at the Department of Physics
Salary and conditions
PhD candidates are remunerated in code 1017, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 491 200 per annum before tax. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
The position has a duration of three years, with a possible extension to a fourth year contingent on availability and optional teaching duties.
About the application
The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English:
You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above.
The application must include:
Cover letter (summarize your background and motivation to apply; max. 1p)
CV (max. 4p; and the most important certificates/diplomas, with English translation when necessary)
List of publications (briefly describe your contribution in the case of large collaborations; max. 4p)
Two reference letters sent directly by the academic references to manuel.linares @ ntnu.no. Also, list their names, position and contact details in the application.
Application deadline: 30.04.22
For full details see:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/220098/phd-position-in-optical-studies-of-binary-millisecond-pulsars
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| Postdoctoral research fellow in computational astrophysics | Closing date: 2022-03-31
Contact: Manuel Linares |
We welcome applications for one postdoctoral research fellow position at the Department of Physics of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). We especially encourage women to apply for this position.
The postdoctoral research fellow will work on topics related to compact binary millisecond pulsars (aka 'spiders') within the LOVE-NEST team. She or he is expected to carry out an independent research program, and to contribute to the development of physical models of spiders and related systems.
| | ▸ more | The selected candidate will join a growing and multifaceted research team funded by the H2020 ERC Consolidator Grant LOVE-NEST (https://home.phys.ntnu.no/LOVE-NEST/; PI: M. Linares). The main focus of the ERC team is the study of compact binary millisecond pulsars, which has an impact on a broad range of science topics (including super-massive neutron stars, nuclear physics, gravitational wave astronomy, cosmic rays, accretion flows and pulsar winds).
The position has a duration of two years, with a possible extension to a third year contingent on the performance of the selected candidate.Longer extensions might be possible if the researcher succeeds at securing independent funds/positions, through competitive national/international calls.The start date is mutually agreeable, and expected around June 2022.
The position is based in Trondheim: a vibrant multicultural city surrounded by beautiful landscapes and the third largest municipality in Norway (renowned as its technological capital). NTNU is the largest University in the country and provides excellent working conditions.
About the group
The Astrophysics and Particle Physics (APP) Group carries out research in high-energy astrophysics, astroparticle physics and multi-wavelength astronomy, as well as particle physics. Its current scientific interests include compact objects, cosmic ray production, transport and detection, astrophysical neutrinos, active galactic nuclei and quantum chromodynamics.
The APP Group is part of the Department of Physics, which currently employs about 160 people. On average some 2000 NTNU students follow courses at the Department of Physics every year.
Required selection criteria
You must have completed a Norwegian doctoral degree or corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian PhD in Astronomy or Astrophysics (by the start date of the position)
Published experience in astrophysical modelling and/or numerical simulations
A strong publication record in high-impact journals
Fluent English communication, written and oral
Preferred selection criteria
Demonstrated experience in student supervision (at the MSc and/or PhD level)
Research experience in binary systems and compact objects
Development of computer codes for astrophysics
Personal characteristics
Social and collaborative skills (ability to work in a team and contribute to its success)
Enthusiasm for science
Independent
Systematic
We offer
Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international?academic environment
An open and?inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Employee benefits
Access to telescope time through dedicated ERC funds and the Nordic Optical Telescope
Ample budget for travel, computing equipment and other research expenses
Access to the computer cluster at the Department of Physics
Possibility to officially co-supervise PhD theses
Salary and conditions
As a Postdoctoral Fellow (code 1352) you are normally paid from gross NOK 553 500 per annum before tax. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
The position has a duration of two years, with a possible extension to a third year contingent on the performance of the selected candidate.
About the application
The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English.
You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above.
The application must include:
Cover letter (summarize your background and motivation to apply; max. 1p)
CV (max. 4p; and the most important certificates/diplomas, with English translation when necessary)
List of publications (briefly describe your contribution in the case of large collaborations; max. 4p)
Two reference letters sent directly by the academic references to manuel.linares @ ntnu.no. Also, list their names, position and contact details in the application
Application deadline: 31.03.22
For full details see:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/220093/postdoctoral-research-fellow-in-computational-astrophysics
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| Postdoctoral Position at the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences | Closing date: 2022-03-25
Contact: Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos |
| The Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences invites applications for one post-doctoral position in the Relativistic Astrophysics Group at the Prague section of the Institute. | | ▸ more | The appointment is initially for one year; an extension for two more years is expected upon satisfactory scientific performance and availability of funds. The position will be funded through the project "Impact of Resonances and Chaos in Gravitational Waves from Extreme Mass Ratio Inspirals", which is supported by the Czech Academy of Sciences. The salary will be based on the domestic level and it includes health insurance. Commencement is expected on the 1st of January 2023, but an earlier commencement can be arranged.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate research experience at least in one of the following topics: orbital dynamics in EMRIs (Mathisson-Papapetrou equations, effective one-body approximation, self-force, post-Newtonian mechanics), gravitational waves (analytical and numerical calculation, data analysis, synergy with electromagnetic signatures), chaos theory in dynamical astronomy. A successful applicant will join Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos and his research team.
Applications containing a Cover Letter, a Curriculum Vitae, a List of Publications, and a Summary of Research Plans should be submitted in a single pdf to:
sekretariat (at) asu.cas.cz
subject: EMRI postdoc 2022 - Prague
cc: gglukes (at) asu.cas.cz
Two recommendation letters should be sent to the same email addresses with the same subject.
The successful candidate must hold a PhD degree in the field and present a certificate of that by the date of employment. Preferences will be given to early-stage researchers. A necessary condition for the appointment is to satisfy the legal requirements for being employed in Czech Republic. For informal inquiries about the position please feel free to email Georgios Loukes-Gerakopoulos.
To receive full consideration please submit your application and arrange your recommendation letters to be sent by 25th of March 2022. Applications will be acknowledged by email. Once the selection process is completed, the successful applicant will be notified.
Further information:
http://www.asu.cas.cz for the list of working groups at the Institute.
http://www.euraxess.cz for details about the research employment and work conditions in Czech Republic.
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp to compare cost of living.
Note: Please understand that the COVID-19 challenge may prevent us from admitting applicants from some regions because of legal or travel restrictions related to the current medical situation in the world.
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| JUNIOR GROUP LEADER (F*M) in Space Instrumentation | Closing date: 2022-03-31
Contact: Cosima Muck |
| The Space Research Institute (IWF) is with about 100 employees from twenty nations one of the largest institutes of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW). The institute is located in the Victor Franz Hess Research Center of OeAW in the south of Graz. The IWF also operates a world-leading satellite laser ranging station at the Lustbühel Observatory. | | ▸ more | Job ID: IWF184JGL121
The Space Research Institute (IWF) is with about 100 employees from twenty nations one of the largest institutes of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW). The institute is located in the Victor Franz Hess Research Center of OeAW in the south of Graz. The IWF also operates a world-leading satellite laser ranging station at the Lustbühel Observatory. The Space Research Institute invites applications for a position as
JUNIOR GROUP LEADER (F*M)
in Space Instrumentation
(full-time, 40h per week)
We invite ambitious candidates who are interested in technology development for new and existing fields of scientific instruments at the IWF. We strive for a tight collaboration between instrumentation and space science as we understand instrumentation as science enabler.
Your profile:
- PhD in engineering or physics/astrophysics
- Experiences in development of space-qualified instrumentation and related engineering disciplines: electrical, electronics, mechanical, software, quality assurance as well as other engineering fields which fit to the scientific activities of the institute
- Proven track record in development of at least one spaceborne instrument or in leading subunit development or in being responsible for one of the mentioned engineering fields
- Proven track-record in project and in people management
Your tasks:
- Leading an existing research group with focus on instrument development and development support in direct link with the IWF?s research activities
- Management (jointly with senior engineers of the research group) of already existing projects (Router and Data Compression Unit for PLATO and IWF?s contribution for SXI aboard SMILE to be finalised; Digital Processing Unit for MANiaC aboard Comet Interceptor and IWF?s contribution for the Wide Field Imager aboard ATHENA under preparation)
- Initiation of new developments in accordance with the scientific core activities of IWF
- Technical and financial proposal writing and reporting
- Coordination of all activities to fulfil technical and schedule requirements
- Supervision of group members, incl. PhD students and PostDocs
- Publication activities
The appointment begins as early as September 01, 2022 for initially 4 years with the option for tenure track. More senior applicants can be offered the position of a group leader for an initial duration of 6 years with a tenure-track option. We offer an annual gross salary of ? 54.661,32 for a junior group leader according to the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Group leaders expect a higher enumeration.
Applications must include a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, list of publications, a statement of the applicant's research experience (2 pages) and a research plan (1 page), certificates for full academic record, and the full contact information for two references letters. Please send the application as one PDF file, to cosima.muck @ oeaw.ac.at, mentioning Job ID: IWF184JGL121, no later than 31 March 2022. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Cosima Muck.
The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
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| Postdoc position at LERMA-LPENS on the statistical charaterization of the 21-cm signal from the Epoch of Reionization | Closing date: 2022-06-31
Contact: Benoit Semelin |
| The LERMA at Observatoire de Paris and the astrophysics group at LPENS are seeking candidates for a post-doctoral position funded by the ?Initiative Physique des Infinis? at Sorbonne Université on the development of novel statistical characterizations of the 21-cm signal from the Cosmic Dawn (CD) and Epoch of reionization (EoR). | | ▸ more | Context and project:
The LERMA at Observatoire de Paris and the astrophysics group at LPENS are seeking candidates for a post-doctoral position funded by the ?Initiative Physique des Infinis? at Sorbonne Université on the development of novel statistical characterizations of the 21-cm signal from the Cosmic Dawn (CD) and Epoch of reionization (EoR).
The team at LERMA has a strong expertise in the numerical modelling of the 21-cm signal from the CD-EoR while the team at LPENS has been developing novel statistical techniques based on Scattering Transforms for several years and applied them to astrophysical problems. Both teams are members of the Cosmic Dawn Key project on the NenuFAR radio-interferometer (https://nenufar.obs-nancay.fr).
The goal of the project is to explore the uses of the various flavors of scattering transforms to characterize the 21-cm signal, including non-gaussianity. Such novel summary statistics have potential in multiple applications such as in the foregrounds-signal separation or as a metric in the inference of the signal?s underlying model parameters. An application to the CD-EoR data from NenuFAR is intented.
Profile of the candidates:
The candidate will either be a cosmologist with expertise in statistical inference methods and some familiarity with the 21-cm signal science, or a data scientist with preferably previous experience in applying data science methods to astronomical data. He/she will play a federating role between the two teams.
Practical considerations:
The appointment is for 2 years with a possible extension to 3 years. The offer includes French social security benefits and funding for travel.
Applicants should submit a CV (max. 2 pages), a letter in intent, publication list, and two letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent via email to benoit.semelin @ obspm.fr and francois.boulanger @ phys.ens.fr . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The contract will have to start no later than 22 Dec 2022.
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