Job Advertisement: Closing Date 12th January 2012
*Research Associate/Euclid Visible Instrument Scientist** at
The Mullard Space Science Laboratory, University College London*
Grade 7, salary =A329,099 to GBP 35,788 p.a.
Applications are invited for the post of instrument scientist for the
visible instrument on /Euclid/, ESA=92s Dark Energy mission, in which the
Mullard Space Science Laboratory has a leading involvement. The
successful applicant will provide scientific expertise, carry out
performance modelling and develop calibration strategies. The role will
require close collaboration with the instrument team and wider science
teams involved in the /Euclid/ project, as well as the other members of
the Astrophysics Group at MSSL/UCL. The applicant will also be
encouraged to pursue a programme of research in the area of galactic
formation and evolution. The post is initially funded for 3 years.
The post holder will be a key member of the MSSL team developing the
/Euclid/ Visible Instrument (VIS) within the /Euclid/ Consortium. (S)he
will provide the scientific expertise required to maximise the science
return from the instrument within the engineering and operational
constraints. A PhD in astronomy, space science or instrumentation is
essential, ideally including experience with CCDs.
A job description and person specification can be found at:
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/mssl/jobs This information offers details of the
application process and who to contact if you have any queries.
For further details about the vacancy and how to apply on line please go
to http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs/ and search on Reference Number 1219384.
Closing date: 12^th January 2012
UCL Taking Action for Equality
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