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Research Technician Radio Meteor Detection
A fixed-term Research Technician position is available at the Armagh Observatory funded by the Europlanet Research Infrastructure (RI) under the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Union (EU). Salary is expected to be in the range г19,299нг22,236 per annum, but may be higher depending on experience and expertise. The primary aim of the pro ject is to construct a working instrument prototype able to (1) record and store, in digital form, radiation signals in the ELF/ULF/VLF frequency range (3 Hz to 30 kHz); (2) pick up naturally-occurring radiation while screening/filtering out man-made interference in this frequency range; and (3) be optimised for the high-quality reception of radiation thought to originate from meteors in the Earth's upper atmosphere. In addition, the equipment should be capable of operating in the field and at remote sites with a high degree of autonomy. Candidates must have a high level of competence in general electronics and radio-frequency (RF) systems in particular; a proven record in system-level design and relevant IT skills; and good self-management and communication skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for all technical aspects of the pro ject, including (a) acquiring the necessary parts following appropriate Observatory procedures; (b) constructing the apparatus itself; (c) packaging and ruggedising the apparatus; (d) verifying/validating the equipment in the laboratory; and (e) documenting the work carried out at every stage. The successful candidate will work closely with the pro ject PI, Dr Apostolos Christou, particularly in the areas of translating pro ject requirements into hardware specifications and ensuring that required specifications can be met within the pro ject constraints. Assuming that all five criteria mentioned above have been met to the PI's satisfaction within the pro ject's six-month period, there will be a later opportunity to participate in at least one, and possibly more, field tests to demonstrate the operability of the apparatus and fulfillment of the key pro ject requirements. There is a timeframe for these tests, which are also funded by Europlanet, and details of field tests will be agreed following discussion between the candidate and the PI of the pro ject. The post shall commence on the 1st January 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter. It is anticipated that there will be an initial probationary period consisting of the first two calendar months of the Research Technician's employment during which his/her performance will be assessed. At the end of this period the Research Technician's ability to establish a working system within the pro ject timeframe and other constraints will be determined and, assuming a successful appraisal, the term of employment will be extended until pro ject completion. At that time, and assuming that pro ject stages (a) to (e) mentioned above have been met to the PI's satisfaction, the candidate will have the opportunity to participate in at least one, and possibly more, field tests in order to demonstrate the operability of the apparatus and fulfillment of the key pro ject requirements. There is a timeframe for these tests, which are also funded by Europlanet, and details of field tests will be agreed following discussion between the candidate and the PI. The timeframe for these tests, which are also funded by Europlanet, will be agreed upon following discussion between the candidate and the PI of the pro ject. The initial closing date is 2010 November 5. Late applications may be considered until the position is filled. Applicants should send the completed application form and a full curriculum vitae to: The Administrator, Armagh Observatory, College Hill, Armagh BT61 9DG, Northern Ireland (Tel: +44-(0)28-3752-2928; FAX: +44-(0)28-3752-7174; e-mail: lfy@arm.ac.uk). Candidates should arrange for references from two or three referees to be sent to the same address as early as possible to ensure full consideration of the application. Shortlisted applicants will be expected to attend an interview shortly after the initial closing date. For more information about the pro ject, please contact the PI, Dr Apostolos Christou, by email at aac@arm.ac.uk. The Armagh Observatory is an equal opportunities employer.