Category: Data Processing

Planetary GIS Data Specialist

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Carl Sagan Center
City: Mountain View
State/Province: California
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Ross Beyer
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: SETI Institute
Application Due Date: Sunday, July 17 2016
Web Link: http://www.seti.org/seti-institute/news/hiring-planetary-gis-data-specialist

The Planetary GIS Data Specialist is responsible for producing “research ready” cartographic and geospatial data for various projects.  This work involves interfacing with the supervisor to determine the data processing strategy for a particular project and then executing that strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Image processing of experimental data records up to map projected images
  • Mosaicking of images
  • Production of digital terrain models from stereo pairs of images
  • Production of other data products derived from the above
  • Production of visualizations of the above data products
  • Work with supervisor to find the best ways to perform various kinds of cartographic analyses 

Qualifications

  • Masters degree or equivalent experience in geographic information systems
  • Experience working with planetary data
  • Experience with Unix operating systems
  • Experience with the Integrated Software for Imagers and Spectrometers software
  • Some programming experience (any language)

Postdoctoral Scientist

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Department: NAIC
City: Arecibo
State/Province: Puerto Rico
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Shawn Dixon
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Universities Space Research Association
Application Due Date: Monday, August 29 2016
Web Link: https://usra-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=405

Postdoctoral Scientist

Tracking Code

405-1100

Job Description

USRA is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology. USRA works across disciplines including bio medicine, planetary science, astrophysics, and engineering and integrates those competencies into applications ranging from fundamental research to facility management and operations. USRA engages the creativity and authoritative expertise of the research community to develop and deliver sophisticated, forward-looking solutions to Federal agencies and other customers – on schedule and within budget.

The Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the Planetary Radar group at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. This position would involve observations, data processing, archiving, and modeling of near-Earth asteroids and other Solar System bodies with the Arecibo Planetary Radar system. Experience in astronomical observations of Solar System objects, small-bodies geophysics, astronomical instrumentation, and/or numerical inverse modeling is desirable. Experience with radar observations and techniques, programming languages, and Linux systems is preferred but not required. The incumbent would be expected to participate in radar observations and also carry out an independent research program. The Observatory has significant computing facilities. Conference travel and equipment support are available. This position shall be for a two year appointment with the likely renewal of one year.

Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, a research plan [limit 3 pages], and contact information for three references. A PhD in physics or a related field is required. Applications from members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged.

The Arecibo Observatory is managed for the NSF by a consortium comprising SRI International, USRA, and Universidad Metropolitana. It is home to the largest radio telescope in the world and conducts research programs in Radio Astronomy, Planetary Radar, and Atmospheric Sciences. All appointments are contingent upon the continuation of the cooperative agreement with the NSF for the operation of Arecibo Observatory.

The successful applicant will be a resident in Arecibo, Puerto Rico and will be an employee of USRA.  All interested candidates must apply directly on our website at https://usracareers.silkroad.com/.

USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Job Location

Arecibo, Puerto Rico, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

 

Postdoctoral Scientist

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Planetary Radar Group
City: Arecibo
State/Province: Puerto Rico
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Edgard Rivera-Valentin
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Arecibo Observatory (USRA)
Application Due Date: Monday, August 29 2016
Web Link: https://usra-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=405

The Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the Planetary Radar group at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. This position would involve observations, data processing, archiving, and modeling of near-Earth asteroids and other Solar System bodies with the Arecibo Planetary Radar system. Experience in astronomical observations of Solar System objects, small-bodies geophysics, astronomical instrumentation, and/or numerical inverse modeling is desirable. Experience with radar observations and techniques, programming languages, and Linux systems is preferred but not required. The incumbent would be expected to participate in radar observations and also carry out an independent research program. The Observatory has significant computing facilities. Conference travel and equipment support are available. This position shall be for a two year appointment with the likely renewal of one year.

Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, a research plan [limit 3 pages], and contact information for three references. A PhD in planetary science, astronomy, physics or a related field is required. Applications from members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged. The search will remain open until the position is filled or closed; however, the screening committee will begin reviewing applications on June 20, 2016.

The Arecibo Observatory is managed for the NSF by a consortium comprising SRI International, USRA, and Universidad Metropolitana. It is home to the largest radio telescope in the world and conducts research programs in Radio Astronomy, Planetary Radar, and Atmospheric Sciences. USRA is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology. USRA works across disciplines including bio medicine, planetary science, astrophysics, and engineering and integrates those competencies into applications ranging from fundamental research to facility management and operations. USRA engages the creativity and authoritative expertise of the research community to develop and deliver sophisticated, forward-looking solutions to Federal agencies and other customers – on schedule and within budget.

The successful applicant will be a resident in Arecibo, Puerto Rico and will be an employee of USRA. Appointments at the Arecibo Observatory are contingent upon the continuation of the cooperative agreement with the NSF for the operation of Arecibo Observatory. All interested candidates must apply directly on our website at https://usracareers.silkroad.com/.

USRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Summer Internships in Radio Astronomy, Solar System Studies & Atmospheric Sciences at Arecibo Observatory

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
City: Arecibo
State/Province: PR
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Robert Minchin
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Arecibo Observatory
Application Due Date: Monday, February 01 2016
Web Link: http://www.naic.edu/reu_program.html

Arecibo Observatory will conduct a summer student program at the observatory site in Puerto Rico during Summer 2016 (contingent on funding from the National Science Foundation’s Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program). Areas of research include radio astronomy, solar system studies and atmospheric sciences. Students interested in electronic instrumentation or computer science are also encouraged to apply. The assistantships, which include a stipend, accommodation, and round trip airline tickets, are conducted during a flexible ten week period beginning in June.  Students will have opportunities to visit many of the beautiful sites of Puerto Rico, which is a U.S. Commonwealth.

Undergraduates who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and who will be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program (part or full time) during Fall 2016 are eligible. Apply online at http://www.naic.edu/reu_program.html by January 25, 2016.  EOE/AAE

 

 

Asteroid observations in the Gaia era

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Department: Laboratoire Lagrange
City: Nice
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Country: France
Contact Person: Paolo Tanga
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur
Application Due Date: Wednesday, July 01 2015
Web Link: https://lagrange.oca.eu/spip.php?article1024

The Laboratory Lagrange at the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur (Nice, France) calls for applications for a PostDoctoral Fellowship funded by the French Space Agency (CNES), in the field of solar system science connected to Gaia. The position is for one year renewable once, based on adequation of the applicant. The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to projects that explore data on Solar System objects produced by the Gaia mission, and the use of Gaia astrometry for the exploitation of Earth-based techniques, e.g stellar occultations, to investigate asteroid physical properties.
Qualifications: candidates will be ranked according to their achievements in their doctoral research, record of referreed publications and independent research abilities. The applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in physics/astrophysics, with a solid background in observational and numerical approaches, good interpersonal skills and some experience in working within collaborative environments.
Target start date: November 1st, 2015, negotiable.
Deadline for application: July 1st.
For details, see: https://lagrange.oca.eu/spip.php?article1024

Postdoctoral Research in Core/Ocean Geomagnetism

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Current state: Approved
Department: Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory (GSFC); Dept. of Astronomy (UMD)
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Tracy Huard
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA-GSFC/CRESST/University of Maryland
Application Due Date: Tuesday, June 16 2015
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/index.html#Geomag

Postdoctoral Research in Core/Ocean Geomagnetism

Applications are now being accepted for a Postdoctoral Associate position, funded through the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) and the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology (CRESST).  The selected candidate would work in the Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the area of geomagnetism, with emphasis on one of the following sub-areas: (1) numerical modeling of electric currents and the associated magnetic fields generated by oceanic flow processes, and the integration of these elements into the global geomagnetic field modeling; (2) determination of core flow utilizing surface geomagnetic observations and geomagnetic data assimilation.  The appointee will be expected to work closely with the Core and Crustal Magnetics group at NASA/GSFC, but is also strongly encouraged to carry out independent research.  The position is for 1 year, and extension to the second year is available pending future funding and mutual agreement.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree (or expect to have the degree by the start of the appointment) in a related field of physics, geophysics, dynamical oceanography/meteorology, and/or applied mathematics.  Applicants are expected to have strong quantitative analysis and modeling skills – in addition to knowledge of geomagnetic fields, satellite or ground observatory data, geomagnetic field models and core dynamics.  Familiarity with UNIX OS, FORTRAN and parallel computing is a strong plus.

Each applicant should send a Curriculum Vita, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to:

Core/Ocean Geomagnetism
CRESST/UMCP
Mail Code 660.8, NASA/GSFC
Greenbelt, MD  20771, or
Via e-mail to [email protected]

Salary and benefits are highly competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Information regarding the Planetary Geodynamics Laboratory can be found at http://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/sed/index.cfm?fuseAction=home.main&navOrgCo… .  For information on CRESST and the University of Maryland’s Department of Astronomy, please contact Tracy Huard ([email protected]).  The position is available beginning June 2015.

The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.  All applications received by May 22, 2015, will receive full consideration.

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Planetary Science: Titan’s Atmosphere

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Department: School of Earth Sciences
City: Bristol
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Country: UK
Contact Person: Nick Teanby
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Bristol
Application Due Date: Monday, April 13 2015
Web Link: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs/find/details.html?nPostingID=3021&nPostingTargetID=10847

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Planetary Science: Titan’s Atmosphere

University of Bristol, UK, School of Earth Sciences

Closing date:    13-Apr-2015
Salary:        £31,342 – 39,685, depending on experience

Applications are invited for a three year Post-doctoral Research Assistant/Associate in Planetary Sciences, within the School of Earth Sciences, to study the atmosphere of Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, using remote sensing data.

The successful applicant will study seasonal changes in Titan’s complex atmosphere based on data from the Cassini spacecraft’s Composite InfraRed Spectrometer (CIRS), which is sensitive to stratospheric composition and temperature. However, the project may also involve using data from Cassini’s other remote sensing instruments, or ground-based and space-based telescope data to allow more complete interpretations. Spectroscopic observations will be analysed using radiative transfer, inverse theory, and time series analysis techniques. These observational analyses will be used to investigate atmospheric changes over the course of the Cassini mission and constrain dynamical and chemical atmospheric models.

For further details and application procedure see:
http://www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs/find/details.html?nPostingID=3021&nPosting…

Jovian Magnetic Field and Magnetosphere Postdoctoral Researcher

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory (GSFC); Dept. of Astronomy (UMD)
City: Greenbelt
State/Province: MD
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Tracy Huard
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NASA-GSFC/CRESST/University of Maryland
Application Due Date: Saturday, January 24 2015
Web Link: http://www.astro.umd.edu/employment/index.html#Juno

Applications are now being accepted for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, funded through the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) and the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology (CRESST), to work in the Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the area of Jupiter’s magnetic field and magnetosphere, using data from the Juno (New Frontier) mission.

The Juno spacecraft arrives at Jupiter in July 2016. Juno is the first spacecraft to explore Jupiter from a close-in, polar orbit, seeking to unlock secrets about its origin and the origin of the solar system. Juno will probe deep into Jupiter’s interior by mapping the giant planet’s magnetic and gravity fields, peering well below the clouds to determine atmospheric composition, with particular interest in water abundance. Juno will also conduct a study of the polar magnetosphere and auroral phenomena, with fields and particles instruments and both infrared and ultraviolet spectrometers among the payload. Juno’s Magnetic Field Investigation (MAG) employs two identical measurement platforms occupying a 4-meter magnetometer boom mounted at the outer end of one of Juno’s three solar arrays. Each MAG optical bench supports a high-accuracy vector fluxgate magnetometer and a pair of star camera sensors for precision inertial attitude reference. These data and the global coverage of Jupiter provided by the mission plan will result in a detailed model of the Jovian internal field and an unprecedented view of the dynamo.

The selectee will work on site at GSFC in the Solar System Exploration Division as a member of the Juno Magnetometer Investigation Team, participating in data analysis and scientific studies, leading to publication of results in scientific journals. Candidates for this position should have a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline with prior experience conducting scientific research. Experience with magnetometer instrumentation and data, disciplined programming skills (primarily Fortran and IDL), and scientific writing experience are desired.

The appointment will be initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal in subsequent years.  Applicants may be new postdocs or may be more senior. Each applicant should send a Curriculum Vita, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to:

Juno Magnetometer
CRESST/UMCP
Mail Code 660.8, NASA/GSFC
Greenbelt, MD 20771,
or Via e-mail to [email protected]

Information regarding the Juno mission is found at http://missionjuno.swri.edu/ and http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/juno/main/. Information on the Planetary Magnetospheres Laboratory is found at http://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/solarsystem/magnetospheres/. For information on CRESST and the UMCP’s Department of Astronomy, please contact Tracy Huard ([email protected]).

The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Data Science

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Current state: Review
Department: Faculty of Science
City: Vancouver
State/Province: BC
Category: ,
Country: Canada
Contact Person: Associate Dean Gail Murphy
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: UBC
Application Due Date: Saturday, January 31 2015
Web Link: http://science.ubc.ca/about/careers

Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Data Science

The Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver seeks candidates for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Data Science, with an expected start date of July 1, 2015. The CRC Tier 1 is at the level of senior tenured associate professor or professor. Salary will be commensurate with experience and research record. Details on the Canadian government’s CRC program can be found on the program’s website.

UBC’s Faculty of Science comprises more than 400 faculty members whose research ranges from the subatomic to the macroscopic, from pure mathematics to biotechnology, from ecosystems to galactic systems. Existing data science research in the Faculty spans the theoretical to the applied across departments. The successful candidate will be synergistic with existing efforts and may be primarily involved either in the development of novel data science methods or in the application of leading data science methods to domain-specific data sets. The successful candidate will be capable and interested in leading and building an interdisciplinary group of researchers across the Faculty and will be involved in the development and delivery of undergraduate and graduate training in data science.

The successful candidate will have an exceptional research record, as judged by the strength of the application materials including publications and other research artifacts, such as software packages, developed as part of the applicant’s research career. The application materials must also demonstrate that the candidate is an excellent teacher and advisor, and is an innovative and independent researcher and leader in his or her field. The potential for synergy between an applicant’s research program and existing research strengths within the Faculty of Science will be an important factor in selection. The successful candidate will be appointed in the appropriate department within the Faculty.

Candidates for nomination should submit a CV, a teaching statement, a research statement, and the names of at least three references. The teaching statement should include a record of teaching interests, experience and effectiveness. Applications may be submitted online.

The application website will remain open for submissions through the end of the day on January 31, 2015. It may remain open past that date at the discretion of the recruiting committee. All applications submitted while the website remains open will be considered.

All positions are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Canada Research Chairs are open to individuals of any nationality. Offers will be made in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements associated with the CRC program. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact the Recruiting Committee Chair

Associate Dean Gail Murphy
Faculty of Science, University of British Columbia

2178-2207 Main Mall

Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z4

[email protected]

Apply Online: Deadline January 31, 2015

https://apps.cs.ubc.ca/Data-Science-Faculty-Recruiting/apply/form.jsp

Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Data Science

Posted on
Current state: Review
Department: Faculty of Science
City: Vancouver
State/Province: BC
Category: ,
Country: Canada
Contact Person: Associate Dean Gail Murphy
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of British Columbia
Application Due Date: Saturday, January 31 2015

Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Data Science

The Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver seeks candidates for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Data Science, with an expected start date of July 1, 2015. The CRC Tier 1 is at the level of senior tenured associate professor or professor. Salary will be commensurate with experience and research record. Details on the Canadian government’s CRC program can be found on the program’s website.

UBC’s Faculty of Science comprises more than 400 faculty members whose research ranges from the subatomic to the macroscopic, from pure mathematics to biotechnology, from ecosystems to galactic systems. Existing data science research in the Faculty spans the theoretical to the applied across departments. The successful candidate will be synergistic with existing efforts and may be primarily involved either in the development of novel data science methods or in the application of leading data science methods to domain-specific data sets. The successful candidate will be capable and interested in leading and building an interdisciplinary group of researchers across the Faculty and will be involved in the development and delivery of undergraduate and graduate training in data science.

The successful candidate will have an exceptional research record, as judged by the strength of the application materials including publications and other research artifacts, such as software packages, developed as part of the applicant’s research career. The application materials must also demonstrate that the candidate is an excellent teacher and advisor, and is an innovative and independent researcher and leader in his or her field. The potential for synergy between an applicant’s research program and existing research strengths within the Faculty of Science will be an important factor in selection. The successful candidate will be appointed in the appropriate department within the Faculty.

Candidates for nomination should submit a CV, a teaching statement, a research statement, and the names of at least three references. The teaching statement should include a record of teaching interests, experience and effectiveness. Applications may be submitted online.

The application website will remain open for submissions through the end of the day on January 31, 2015. It may remain open past that date at the discretion of the recruiting committee. All applications submitted while the website remains open will be considered.

All positions are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Canada Research Chairs are open to individuals of any nationality. Offers will be made in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements associated with the CRC program. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact the Recruiting Committee Chair

Associate Dean Gail Murphy
Faculty of Science, University of British Columbia

2178-2207 Main Mall

Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z4

[email protected]

Apply Online: Deadline January 31, 2015

https://apps.cs.ubc.ca/Data-Science-Faculty-Recruiting/apply/form.jsp