Job Advertisement: Closing Date 25th August 2008
Space Technology PhD Studentship and Astronomer for Mills Observatory
The University of Dundee and Dundee City Council are seeking an enthusiastic
astronomer, probably a recent graduate, to help run the Mills Observatory.
This position is coupled with a PhD studentship in the Space Technology
Centre at the University.
The Mills Observatory in Dundee is the UK's only full-time public
observatory. The astronomer will be responsible for developing the programme
of public understanding of science related to the observatory, for updating
and expanding the website and for giving talks to school groups and the
general public.
The Space Technology Centre conducts nationally and internationally leading
research into several areas of space technology: spacecraft onboard data
handling, planetary lander technology and satellite data reception. The
astronomer will join a highly motivated team of engineers and scientists in
a creative and challenging environment. The PhD research will be related to
planet surface simulation and planetary lander technology.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about astronomy, an able and
enthusiastic communicator to people of all ages, and who wants to help push
back the frontiers of space exploration while studying for their PhD. The
successful candidate will have a 1st class or 2:1 degree in Astronomy,
Astrophysics or Physics, or possibly in another science or engineering subject
with a strong interest in Astronomy. Good computer programming skills are
essential for the PhD research.
From 1st October to 31st March the astronomer will spend three evenings
(15.5 hours) per week at the observatory. The rest of the time will be spent
on PhD research. A salary of approximately £6,000 per year will be combined
with a PhD stipend of £9,000 per year.
More information can be found at www.spacetech.dundee.ac.uk and
http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk/mills/main.htm.
To apply please contact Dr Steve Parkes at [log in to unmask]
Closing date: Monday 25th August 2008.
The University of Dundee is a Scottish Registered Charity, No. SC015096.
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