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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 and recording 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) implementing appropriate protocols for data handling; (d) packaging and ruggedising the apparatus for field operation; (e) validating the equipment, either indoors or in the field as appropriate; and (f ) documenting the work carried out at every stage. The work will involve working 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. For these purposes, there will be regular meetings of the technician with the PI at the Observatory, several per week during the initial phases of the pro ject and a minimum of 1 per week thereafter. The post is, however, flexible in terms of working hours and work location. The latter can, for example, take place, in whole or in part, outside the Observatory grounds. Although there are no pro ject-imposed restrictions, other than time and cost, on the path to follow in designing the apparatus, an appropriate starting point for the purposes of this pro ject is described in Rault (WGN, vol 38, no 2, pp67-75, 2010; document available on request). Limited workbench-type facilities exist at the Observatory and a separate budget of approximately 10k GBP has been earmarked within the pro ject for purchasing parts, equipment, software licences, consumables etc. Assuming that pro ject stages (a) to (f ) mentioned above have been met to the PI's satisfaction within the duration of the pro ject, there may be a later opportunity to participate in a number of field tests at suitable locations to further demonstrate and characterise the operability of the apparatus. The timeframe and details of these tests, which are also funded by Europlanet, will be agreed following discussion between the Research Technician and the PI. The initial closing date is 2011 April 1. 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.