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Job Advertisement: Closing Date 27th October 2017 HEAD OF RESEARCH, ARMAGH OBSERVATORY AND PLANETARIUM This is a unique opportunity to work in one of the longest continuously operating astronomical research institutes in the world (a recognised leader in several specialist fields) and one of the world's most advanced planetaria. The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium delivers internationally-recognised research in astronomy and related sciences and vibrant educational and outreach programmes for all ages. The Board of Governors is seeking to appoint an individual who can bring the right balance of scientific understanding, strategic thinking and research leadership to the position of Head of Research. The successful candidate will be expected to support the Director of AOP, Professor Michael Burton, as he develops and leads a programme of organisational change to deliver greater alignment between the research, educational, outreach and heritage aims of the Observatory and Planetarium and to ensure its long-term sustainability and success. This role will lead on the research function in AOP and develop and deliver a strategy for its conduct, including identifying educational and commercial opportunities. The person should be a respected researcher in any field related to astrophysics, including theories, observations, simulations and instrumentation. The Armagh Observatory was established in 1790 by Archbishop Richard Robinson. It is the oldest scientific institution in Northern Ireland and the longest continuously operating astronomical research institute in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The Armagh Planetarium was founded in 1968 by Dr Eric Lindsay, the seventh Director of the Observatory. It is the oldest operating Planetarium in the UK and Ireland and has been the public face of astronomy in Northern Ireland for the past 50 years. They are located within 14 acres of attractive, landscaped grounds, known as the Armagh Astropark, and in close proximity to Armagh City. For more detailed information and to apply, please go to www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk <http://www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/> Alternatively, an application pack can be requested by contacting: HRConnect, PO Box 1089, The Metro Building, 6-9 Donegal Square South, Belfast, BT1 9EW. Telephone: 0800 1 300 330. Email: [log in to unmask] All requests must include your name, address and reference number IRC213458. Completed application forms must be returned to arrive not later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 27th October 2017. ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Royal Astronomical Society Job List is provided free-of-charge through the JISC Mail Service. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the RAS cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy or validity, either directly or by implication, of job advertisements or other information posted to this list. For more information about the Royal Astronomical Society visit the website at www.ras.org.uk. Royal Astronomical Society, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BQ, UK, tel. +44 (0)20 7734 3308, fax. +44 (0)20 7494 0166, www.ras.org.uk