Category: Ground-Based Observations

Postdoctoral Research Associate – DECam

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Current state: Approved
Department: Community Science and Data Center (CSDC)
City: Tucson
State/Province: Arizona
Category:
Country: United States
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NOIRLab
Application Due Date: Saturday, October 31 2020
Web Link: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SPA1004AURA/JobBoard/9eb88b35-a884-4935-9c1e-0ce6bbf2a741/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=4114b958-f18c-4718-a76f-7fd89d374787

NSF’s NOIRLab is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral fellowship focused on data-intensive science with the Dark Energy Camera (DECam) at NOIRLab’s 4m Blanco Telescope at Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO). The position is for two years, with a third year possible depending on performance and availability of funds. The position carries a scientific personal research funding allowance.

The successful candidate will pursue a scientific research program based on DECam observing and data mining, and will collaborate with other NOIRLab scientists and engineers to implement new software infrastructure for management, processing, and distribution of wide-field imaging data. We are especially interested in candidates with experience and interests in the areas of time-domain astronomy, multi-messenger astrophysics, Galactic and extragalactic astrophysics research using large databases, and automated image processing. Candidates are also encouraged to explore scientific and technical synergies between DECam and the forthcoming Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) to be conducted at the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

This position is hosted by NOIRLab’s Community Science and Data Center (CSDC), and can be based in either Tucson, AZ or La Serena, Chile (candidates should indicate their preferred location in their application). The successful applicant will have extensive opportunities for collaboration with CSDC staff as well as with staff at CTIO and throughout NOIRLab. Funds will be available to support the Fellow’s personal scientific research.

NOIRLab is the US national center for ground-based optical and infrared astronomy. In addition to CSDC and CTIO, NOIRLab includes Kitt Peak National Observatory and Gemini Observatory, along with the future operations of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

A Ph.D in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics, or a related field is required. Interested candidates should submit a CV, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For best consideration, please apply by 31 October 2020. The position is available immediately, with a start date as late as 30 June 2021 being negotiable.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work is mostly carried out in an office environment. Long periods of sitting and usage of computers may be required. Given the international nature of NOIRLab, you may need to travel to the various observatory sites (Arizona, Chile and Hawai’i) and other locations for business purposes.

****Most NOIRLab staff work remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety of our staff and community is our top priority. We will interview and screen candidates virtually. Offers of employment can be extended and new hires can on-board virtually and may be able to work remotely until it is safe to report to our Tucson offices. Relocation benefits will be available to those eligible when travel can be supported.****

Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at [email protected]

 AURA, as a leader in the astronomical community, is committed to diversity and inclusion. AURA develops and supports programs that advance our organizational commitment to diversity, broaden participation, and encourage the advancement of diversity throughout the astronomical scientific workforce. Learn more at http://www.aura-astronomy.org/diversity  

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of over 40 US institutions and three international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. AURA is responsible for managing the operations of the NSF’s NOIRLab, the National Solar Observatory, and the construction of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope under cooperative agreements with the National Science Foundation and operations of the Space Telescope Science Institute under contracts with NASA.

As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA and all of the centers, do not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and/or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. 

Scientific Programmer

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Current state: Approved
Department: Gemini Observatory
City: Hilo
State/Province: Hawaii
Category:
Country: United States
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NOIRLab
Application Due Date: Monday, November 30 2020
Web Link: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SPA1004AURA/JobBoard/9eb88b35-a884-4935-9c1e-0ce6bbf2a741/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=321c7d1d-ec99-4750-a50b-971f6f03bcba

NSF’s NOIRLab has an immediate opening for a Scientific Programmer at the International Gemini Observatory. 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 Science User Support Department at either Gemini North in Hilo, Hawaii or Gemini South in La Serena, Chile.  This is a fixed-term 3-year position with the possibility of extension.

NOIRLab is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) and is the US national center for ground-based night-time astronomy. Principally sponsored by the National Science Foundation, NOIRLab operates and provides services across a range of Observatory Programs (including Gemini Observatory) with facilities in three geographic locations: Arizona, Chile and Hawai’i.  

The Scientific Programmer will join the Science User Support Department, to develop Python software to support Gemini’s principal investigators in their production of world-class scientific results in a timely manner.  In the era of multi-messenger astronomy, Gemini is developing DRAGONS (Data Reduction for Astronomy from Gemini Observatory North and South), a software suite to provide reliable, automatic reductions of science data.  This position also provides support and maintains existing, installed software used in Operations.

The ideal candidate should be a motivated self-starter who can manage multiple projects and priorities. The position requires close interaction with team members located at both Gemini North and Gemini South.

Essential Functions:

  • Contributes to the development, testing, and optimization of the DRAGONS (Data Reduction for Astronomy from Gemini Observatory North and South) core infrastructure and scientific algorithms used to assess the quality of data as it is being obtained, reduces that data for rapid access by a transient follow-up system, and provides end-users with a flexible tool to make customizable non-standard reductions.
  • Applies knowledge of astronomical concepts and techniques to the design, development, documentation, and deployment or release of data processing software for all facility instruments.
  • Follows a rigorous software development cycle from requirements and design documentation, coding standards, test driven development, and the application of quality control and configuration control methodology.
  • Writes clear technical documentation for two different audiences: end-users and developers.
  • Provides support and tutorials to external and internal users of the Gemini astronomical data reduction software.
  • Contributes to the development and maintenance of continuous integration test platform.

Other Functions:

  • Acts as a consultant to external instrument developers as they develop data reduction software for DRAGONS and assist in the integration, testing, and deployment of that software.
  • Through testing of the Operations software, helps maintain astronomical data reduction and pipeline software installations at Gemini North and Gemini South.
  • Contributes to the preparations of public releases of the Gemini astronomical data reduction software.
  • Contributes to the development and maintenance of the Python-based Gemini data archive.

Required Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

  • Master’s degree in Astronomy, Physics, Computer Science or related field is required; a PhD degree is preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of UNIX/Linux, Python, and Object-Oriented principles with at least two years of experience developing Python packages for public distribution is required.
  • Experience working as part of a team on a significant python software package is strongly desired.
  • Experience performing astronomical data reduction for scientific publication is required.
  • Experience providing support, especially in the area of data reduction, to users of astronomical facilities is required.
  • Fluency in English is essential.
  • Requires attention to detail, especially in developing, documenting, and testing of scientific processing software and infrastructure software.
  • Must possess excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to write clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with a diverse community of scientific software users and developers is essential.
  • Must be able to handle the conflicting demands of development and operations support.
  • Must be able to work in a geographically distributed team environment.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

  • Bilingual capability in Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Korean is preferred.
  • Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle is desirable. 
  • Independence, the ability to embrace challenge, and a sense of curiosity will aid in the successful completion of the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl.
  • The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Must possess – sufficient mobility, strength, or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) reach upward, sideways, downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity to utilize computer systems, fax machines, copiers, and other office machines.
  • Must possess – 1) ability to read and understand instructions, drawings, safety guides, and other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions, warning bells, fire alarms, or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately.
  • Some travel may be necessary in or outside the United States and Chile.
  • Given the international nature of NOIRLab, occasional work at high elevation summit sites may be required (summit elevations range from 6,800 feet to 14,000 feet).  

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV/Resume along with a Cover Letter in English (PDF files preferred). The Cover Letter should relate your education and experience to the requirements of the position and include a link (e.g. to a GitHub repository) to a sample of Python code that showcases your ability and illustrates your relevant skills.

Also, kindly provide contact information of 3 professional references in your application, as references will be contacted later in the recruiting process. 

For full consideration please submit your application by November 30, 2020. Please name any attachments with the following format: LastnameDocname. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application documents that are not uploaded as part of the application may be sent to [email protected]

At NOIRLab we are committed to diversity and inclusion; our managing organization, AURA, as a leader in the astronomical community, develops and supports programs that advance our organizational commitment to diversity, broaden participation, and encourage the advancement of diversity throughout the astronomical scientific workforce. Learn more at http://www.aura-astronomy.org/diversity.asp 

Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at [email protected] 

AURA offers competitive salaries based on market rates and a generous package of benefits.  

** NOIRLab has all staff working virtually during the COVID-19 crisis. The safety of our staff and community is our top priority. We will continue to interview and screen candidates in this new virtual landscape. Offers of employment can be extended and arrangements may be made for remote work. Relocation benefits will be available to those eligible when travel can be supported.

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of over 40 US institutions and three international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. AURA is responsible for managing the operations of the NSF’s NOIRLab, the National Solar Observatory, and the construction of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope under cooperative agreements with the National Science Foundation and operations of the Space Telescope Science Institute under contracts with NASA. 

As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and/or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. 

Assistant Scientist

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Current state: Review
Department: Gemini Observatory
City: Hilo
State/Province: Hawaii
Category:
Country: United States
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: NOIRLab
Application Due Date: Thursday, December 31 2020
Web Link: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SPA1004AURA/JobBoard/9eb88b35-a884-4935-9c1e-0ce6bbf2a741/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=85eff23c-2a3f-4882-924e-a8186faa0fc0

NSF’s NOIRLab has an immediate opening for two (2) Assistant Scientist-track positions to support scientific operations and carry out independent research in an area of their interest relevant to astronomy at the International Gemini Observatory. The positions can be filled at any level of seniority. One position will be based at our Northern Facility in Hilo, Hawai’i and the other at our Southern Facility, in La Serena, Chile. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at Gemini Observatory. Our managing organization, AURA, as a leader in the astronomical community, develops and supports programs that advance our organizational commitment to diversity, broaden participation, and encourage the advancement of diversity throughout the astronomical scientific workforce. Learn more at http://www.aura-astronomy.org/diversity.asp.

Scientist positions are split 80/20, 80% functional duties and 20% personal research. The successful applicant  will have demonstrated scientific productivity in research, and possess the motivation and ability to identify and carry out new projects to completion while assisting in the day-to-day operations of the observatory.  The successful applicant will also possess excellent teamwork skills in order to work collaboratively with Gemini staff and scientists in our international community, and participate in observatory committees and external scientific organizations. 

Activities and Functions of the Job:

In this position, you will be:

  • Providing science support of instrumentation, telescope sub-systems, and facility. 
  • Participating in commissioning of instrumentation and support facilities.
  • Preparing nightly queue observing plans and executing queue-based observations for other astronomers in the Gemini communities.
  • Executing observations at night.
  • Supporting Gemini users with specification of their observing program using Gemini tools, and introducing visiting observers to the telescope and instruments.
  • Conducting tests, calibration, and maintenance and developing documentation of new and existing astronomical equipment, including control and data acquisition systems.
  • Conducting independent research in any area of astronomy.
  • Preparing and presenting scientific papers at astronomical meetings and symposia.

Training will be provided in these functions where needed.

Required Education/ Experience/ Skills/ Abilities:

We seek an individual with a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or related discipline. Our telescopes and instruments specialize in optical and in IR astronomy. Therefore we are looking for a person with experience using optical/IR observations, analyzing data and producing and publishing science results. As a scientist, we expect you to have a demonstrated ability to perform independent research in optical/IR astronomy. The job requires you to work in a culturally diverse environment, and sometimes to travel internationally.  It is important to have good communication skills since you will have to communicate with a wide variety of staff, visiting observers and remote investigators throughout the Gemini partnership. 

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

Given Gemini Observatory’s telescopes and instrument capabilities, the following experiences are valued:  Experience using and/or developing optical/IR telescopes and/or instrumentation and/or Adaptive Optics capabilities.  Experience with working closely with engineering teams during science commissioning of astronomical instrumentation. The job will often require you to work with people from other disciplinary teams. Therefore it will be good if  you  have a  demonstrated ability to perform well in a diverse multidisciplinary team to solve problems and issues.    At the same time, it is important that you can work independently when necessary. And last but not least, a strong personal astronomical research program will be considered as an important benefit to function well in this role.

Physical Demands:

The work of a Gemini Scientist is mostly carried out in an office environment near sea level. Long periods of sitting may be required. You will be expected to perform night time duties as well as day time, working to a prearranged schedule.  Given the international nature of the observatory, you may also need to travel, and occasional work at high elevation (Maunakea, 4200m; Cerro Pachon, 2715m) may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or other considerations to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

All applicants must submit a Cover Letter with their CV that describes their interest in this position, their relevant experience, and their research interests. Please include a list of 3 professional references with contact information. PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format:  LastnameDocname. Application documents that are not uploaded as part of the application may be sent to [email protected]

The position will be hired as a Scientist at an appropriate point in the AURA/Gemini Scientist non-tenure track, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

AURA provides a generous compensation package including health coverage, paid vacation leave, parental leave and retirement benefits.

Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at [email protected]

The Gemini Observatory is part of the NSF’s NOIRLab and is managed by The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA), a consortium of over 40 US institutions and three international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. AURA is responsible for managing the operations of the NSF’s NOIRLab, the National Solar Observatory, and the construction of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope under cooperative agreements with the National Science Foundation and operations of the Space Telescope Science Institute under contracts with NASA.

As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA and all of the centers, do not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and/or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements which are included for protection and to assist us in our record keeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.

Executive Director of Yerkes Future Foundation

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Current state: Approved
Category: ,
Country: USA
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Yerkes Future Foundation
Application Due Date: Thursday, December 31 2020
Web Link: https://koyapartners.com/search/yff-executive-director/

Our team at Koya Leadership Partners is leading the search for the first Executive Director of Yerkes Future Foundation. At Koya, we partner with clients to identify and recruit mission-driven senior leaders.

About Yerkes Future Foundation & Yerkes Observatory

Yerkes Observatory, the birthplace of modern astrophysics, is a majestic, iconic building with a rich history of science discovery and education on the shores of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Yerkes Observatory was established in 1897 and for its first 120+ years was funded and operated by the University of Chicago. In 2018, the University transferred ownership to the Yerkes Future Foundation.

The mission of the Yerkes Future Foundation (“YFF”) is to preserve and protect Yerkes Observatory, celebrate its history and continue to foster its goals of research, education and astronomical observation. In this next chapter, the goal of YFF is to create breakthrough programs and experiences that advance its mission and vision in powerful new ways resulting in new access to astronomy and science education. Yerkes Observatory also seeks to establish itself as a year-round, world-renowned destination by offering unique ways to engage with the historically significant buildings and grounds, history and STEM learning. It is important to note that first and foremost, YFF seeks to be a place of scientific research that re-captures the underlying academic foundations upon which the Observatory was originally conceived.

The Opportunity

The Executive Director provides full oversight of all aspects of the organization, including strategy, fundraising, finance, administration, marketing, community engagement, operations and property management, education programs, tours, rental activities, as well as the organizational structure and personnel to maintain the facility. Additionally, the ED will be responsible for interpreting the 48 acres of Olmsted designed grounds for programming, events and public use.

This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial and visionary leader to partner with an ambitious Board of Directors and build an organization from the ground-up. This includes the hiring of staff, the development of ambitious research and educational programs, and fundraising to support these initiatives.

Leaders with experience leading a nonprofit organization or related for-profit entity are appealing. Proven fundraising experience is highly desired. A concentration in some area of science, including but not limited to astronomy, is not a requirement but will be beneficial. Experience in facilities management will be helpful but is not required.

Potential candidates are encouraged to express interest here. We welcome recommendations of potential candidates via this email or [email protected]. Feel free to thoughtfully share this opportunity in your networks.

Please note: If you are interested in connecting for a conversation, but now is not a good time, please feel free to respond with “follow up later,” and we will follow up in a few weeks.

Postdoctoral researcher in exoplanet observations (SAINT-EX)

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Department: Center for Space and Habitability
City: Bern
Category: , ,
Country: Switzerland
Contact Person: Brice-Olivier Demory
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Bern
Application Due Date: Friday, January 10 2020
Web Link: https://ohws.prospective.ch/public/v1/jobs/3f797e2c-bc5a-4a5e-b80b-276db2397724

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 as a member of the SAINT-EX research team led by Prof. Brice-Olivier Demory (http://www.saintex.unibe.ch). The Postdoctoral researcher will be expected to conduct a competitive research programme in exoplanets and will be coordinating the science operations of the SAINT-EX ground-based observatory. SAINT-EX is a 1-m, fully robotic telescope located in San Pedro Martir (Mexico) that focuses 1) on the search for transiting exoplanets orbiting ultra-cool dwarfs (similar to TRAPPIST-1) and 2) in providing ground-based support to the ESA CHEOPS mission (launch Dec 2019). The successful Postdoctoral researcher will also have the opportunity to be involved in the SPECULOOS collaboration. A high-degree of interaction with the CSH members is also expected.

Candidates with previous expertise in exoplanet observations and/or ground-based telescope operations are strongly encouraged to apply. 

As per the University of Bern’s rules, candidates to this position should have been awarded their PhD after 1 August 2017.

Starting salary is 87’750 CHF, with an initial appointment of 2 years. Child allowance and maternity/paternity leave are offered. The earliest starting date is 1 August 2020. The position comes with a research budget for travel, publication costs and computing resources. 

Applications are invited from all nationalities and should consist of 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV, 3) a research proposal (3 pages), 4) a summary of past achievements (1 page), 5) a list of publications and 6) the names of 3 references. Materials should be submitted through the web interface at: https://ohws.prospective.ch/public/v1/jobs/3f797e2c-bc5a-4a5e-b80b-276db…

Applications received by 10 January 2020 will receive full consideration.

Professor

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Department: Physics and Astronomy
City: Provo
State/Province: UT
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Justin Peatross
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Brigham Young University
Application Due Date: Tuesday, October 15 2019
Web Link: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/3ba77a1d

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah, invites applications for potentially three faculty positions to begin August 2020. The new faculty members will be expected to provide excellent teaching and research mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful applicants will be also expected to develop externally-funded research programs of significance. We anticipate hiring at least one candidate in the area of observational astronomy, but those in other areas of astronomy and astrophysics are also encouraged to apply.

The BYU Department of Physics and Astronomy operates a number of telescope facilities. The West Mountain Observatory operates three telescopes ranging from 0.32-m to 0.92-m atop a 6,850 ft mountain with reasonably dark skies. The campus observatory is made up of six robotic telescopes ranging from 0.13-m to 0.6-m. Our ROVOR facility contains an 0.5-m robotic/remote telescope. In addition, we have a significant number of nodes on the campus supercomputer which can be used for computational efforts. Finally, we operate a 119 seat planetarium that is used for education and outreach.

Interested candidates should complete an online faculty application at yjobs.byu.edu (posting 84092 under Faculty Positions) with current CV, a cover letter outlining teaching and research experience and aspirations, and also the name and contacts of three people willing to provide letters of recommendations. Applications must be received by October 15. For additional information, contact the chair of the faculty search committee at [email protected]. BYU, an equal opportunity employer, requires all faculty members to observe the university’s honor code and dress and grooming standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Contact Darin Ragozzine for questions about how planetary scientists could work well in the Department of Physics & Astronomy.  

Exoplanet Exploration Program Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Current state: Approved
Department: NASA Exoplanet Exploration Program (ExEP)
City: Pasadena
State/Province: CA
Category: , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Karl Stapelfeldt
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Application Due Date: Friday, December 14 2018
Web Link: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/opportunities/postdocs/

Job ad for Exoplanet Exploration Program Postdoctoral Research Associate (application deadline 12/14/2018)
https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/3525790c
https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/opportunities/postdocs/
job ad # 2018-9920

The NASA Exoplanet Exploration Program (ExEP) Office at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral research scholar interested in exoplanet-related research and programmatics.

The successful candidate will work with the Program Chief Scientists to support the definition and implementation of current & future exoplanet space observatories and their required precursor work, and will be expected to interface with the science community and the general public. Preferred research areas are defined by the ExEP Science Gap List (link below) and include: analyses of exoplanet demographics, host star properties, exozodiacal dust, simulations of mission science return and signal extraction, methods to mitigate stellar jitter in RV datasets, instrumentation for high contrast imaging or precision RV work, or modeling of exoplanetary atmospheres and biosignatures. The appointee will be expected to divide their time between program-related and independent exoplanet research.

The ExEP Office works with NASA HQ to implement the Agency’s science vision for exoplanets with a portfolio of science analyses, technology development, mission concept development, and supporting ground-based observations. ExEP is a unique environment at the intersection of NASA science, policy, technology development, engineering, and public engagement, all focused on the goals of discovering exoplanets, characterizing their properties, and identifying candidates that could harbor life. For further information on current ExEP activities and staff expertise, visit https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/exep/. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to do collaborative research with scientists at JPL and the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute (NExScI; http://nexsci.caltech.edu/) on the Caltech campus. The exoplanet research environment in Pasadena also includes an interdisciplinary Exoplanet Science Initiative group at JPL (https://exoplanetary.jpl.nasa.gov/), and also academic researc
 hers in the Caltech Astronomy and Planetary Science Departments. JPL scientists have access to observing time on the Palomar 5-m telescope including an upcoming AO-fed precision radial velocity spectrograph.

ExEP Program Scientists Drs. Karl Stapelfeldt and Eric Mamajek, will serve as JPL postdoctoral advisors to the selected candidate with Dr. Karl Stapelfeldt as primary advisor. The appointee will carry out research in collaboration with the JPL advisors, resulting in publications in the open literature. The selected candidate will be hosted within the NASA ExEP Office, but have an organizational home in the Astrophysics & Space Sciences Section of the JPL Science Division.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in astronomy or planetary science. Candidates with an interest in science management are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should familiarize themselves with ExEP Program Science Gap list (https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/system/presentations/files/84_ExEP_SciGapLis...<https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/system/presentations/files/84_ExEP_SciGapList2018.pdf>) and propose a research plan congruent with these science priorities and the candidate’s independent exoplanet research. Candidates who have received their PhD within the past five years since the date of their application are eligible. Postdoctoral Scholar positions are awarded for a minimum of one-year period and may be renewed up to a maximum duration of three years.

Applicants should submit their CV and other relevant materials to this site and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to [email protected][email protected]>.
Related URLs:
Exoplanet Exploration Program Website<https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/exep/>
Collaborate with the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute<http://nexsci.caltech.edu/>
Candidates should familiarize themselves with ExEP Program Science Gap list<https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/system/presentations/files/84_ExEP_SciGapList2018.pdf>
Application Deadline:
Friday, December 14, 2018
Selection Deadline:
Monday, December 31, 2018
Current Status of Position:
No Status Given (Opted Out)
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Karl Stapelfeldt
Title:
Exoplanet Exploration Program Chief Scientist
Institution/Company:
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Department Name:
Exoplanet Exploration Program
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Pasadena
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2018-9920

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION — ASTROPHYSICAL INSTITUTE OF THE CANARY ISLANDS

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Current state: Approved
Department: Solar System Group
City: Tenerife
State/Province: Canary Islands
Category: , , ,
Country: Spain
Contact Person: Javier Licandro, Julia de Leon
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Astrophysical Institute of the Canary Islands
Application Due Date: Thursday, September 13 2018
Web Link: http://www.iac.es/info.php?op1=26&id=746

A 2-year post-doctoral position is available at the Astrophysical Institute of the Canary Islands (in Tenerife, Spain) to work within its Solar System Group, led by Drs. Javier Licandro and Julia de Le?n. The project is focused in the compositional characterization of primitive asteroids from ground- and space-based observations, including near-Earth asteroids accesible to spacecraft. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in Physics/ Astrophysics/Planetary Science. Observational experience (photometry and spectroscopy) as well as skills in data mining will be valuable. Interested candidates can find more information at:

http://www.iac.es/info.php?op1=26&id=746

For questions please contact Dr. Julia de Leon

([email protected] <[email protected] <

Visiting Faculty

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Department: Physics & Astronomy
City: Provo
State/Province: UT
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Jean-Francois Van Huele
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Brigham Young University
Application Due Date: Wednesday, November 15 2017
Web Link: https://jobs.physicstoday.org/jobs/10346996

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah, invites applications for a one-year (but renewable up to three years) visiting professional faculty position to begin in 2018.  The new faculty member will be expected to support existing research programs (see http://www.physics.byu.edu), with particular emphasis on providing excellent mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels and on building connections with industry. Interested candidates should complete an online faculty application at https://yjobs.byu.edu (posting 66871), with a cover letter outlining research and industrial experience as well as professional aspirations, a current CV, and provide the contact information for three references. For additional info, contact [email protected].  Completed applications received by November 1, 2017 will be given full consideration. BYU, an equal opportunity employer, requires all faculty members to observe the university’s honor code and dress and grooming standards.  Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Physics & Astronomy Faculty

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Department: Physics & Astronomy
City: Provo
State/Province: UT
Category: , , , ,
Country: USA
Contact Person: Jean-Francois Van Huele
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Brigham Young University
Application Due Date: Wednesday, November 15 2017
Web Link: https://jobs.physicstoday.org/jobs/10347010

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah, invites applications for a faculty position to begin in August 2018.  The new faculty member will be expected to provide excellent teaching and research mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All new faculty members are also expected to develop externally-funded research programs of significance. We are seeking applicants in the fields of Acoustics, Atomic Molecular and Optical Physics, Astronomy, Condensed Matter Physics, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Numerical Relativity, Physics Education Research/Astronomy Education Research, Plasma Physics, Quantum Information, or Theoretical Physics to strengthen and complement existing research programs (see http://www.physics.byu.edu). Interested candidates should complete an online faculty application at https://yjobs.byu.edu (posting 66856), with a cover letter outlining teaching and research experience and aspirations, a current CV, and provide the contact information for three references. For additional info, contact [email protected]. Completed applications received by November 15, 2017 will be given full consideration. BYU, an equal opportunity employer, requires all faculty members to observe the university’s honor code and dress and grooming standards.  Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.