EVLA/VLBA Postdoctoral Fellow
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From: <Emil.Lenc_at_email.protected>
Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:47:13 +1100
Hi All,
There is an exciting post-doc position available at the NRAO working with wide-band VLBI on the VLBA. More details can be found below and on the NRAO job site:
https://careers.nrao.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1322523517842
They are looking to take someone on fairly quickly so please send in your applications if you're interested.
Cheers,
Emil.
Job Type Description: NRAO Postdoc
FLSA: Exempt
Secondary Title: EVLA/VLBA Postdoctoral Fellow
Scientific Title:
Position Type: Scientist Position
Division: Socorro Operations
Location of Position: Socorro, NM
Job Status: Regular Full Time
FTE: 3
Length of Appointment: Two years w/possible extension
Work Schedule: Normal Business Hours
Amount of Travel Required: Minimal
Number of Positions Supervised: None
Position Summary: The Expanded Very Large Array (EVLA) is now delivering Early Science, and the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) is upgrading its 6-cm receivers and increasing its bandwidth by a factor of four. When completed in 2012, the capabilities provided by these two facilities will offer greatly expanded science capabilities. NRAO invites applications for three (3) postdoctoral positions to participate in the scientific commissioning and technical development of the EVLA and VLBA.
These positions (50% research, 50% support) provide the opportunity for hands-on training in areas of technical expertise and observatory operations. The positions will be located at the Domenici Science Operations Center in Socorro, New Mexico. The initial appointments are for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Conference and observing travel will be supported, and page charge support, vacation accrual, health insurance, and a moving allowance are also provided. The appointments are available as early as November 1, 2011, although later start dates are possible by agreement.
Candidates should have, or expect to have by the agreed start date, a PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field, and should have a plan of continuing independent research.
Job Duties Summary: The NRAO Postdocs will be expected to assist in one the following areas: development and testing of new algorithms and high performance computing capabilities needed for the successful imaging, calibration, and analysis of data from the EVLA, VLBA, and other future arrays; development and testing of an EVLA data reduction and analysis pipeline; and development and testing of new observing capabilities for the VLBA.
Competency Summary:
Minimum Education: PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field, and should have a plan of continuing independent research.
Preferred Education:
Minimum Experience:
Preferred Experience:
Physical Demands:
Work Environment: Normal office environment
Requisition Number: 00296
Skills & Abilities (ie Software, Hardware, Certifications, Licenses):
Job Open Date: 08-23-2011
Special Instructions to Applicants: Combine into one PDF file and attach to your NRAO application a statement of past and planned future research, a description of any software or instrumentation experience, a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and a cover letter. Applications may be submitted online at https://careers.nrao.edu. As part of the application process, you will be prompted for the names and contact information of three individuals who are familiar with your scientific work and abilities for letters of reference. These individuals will automatically receive an e-mail request AFTER you submit your application materials.
All applications received by October 15, 2011, will be given full consideration, however applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled.
NRAO is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V
Further information about the EVLA and VLBA can be found at http://science.nrao.edu/
Required Applicant Documents: Other Document
Optional Applicant Documents: Other Document
Received on 2011-11-29 10:47:59
Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:47:13 +1100
Hi All,
There is an exciting post-doc position available at the NRAO working with wide-band VLBI on the VLBA. More details can be found below and on the NRAO job site:
https://careers.nrao.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1322523517842
They are looking to take someone on fairly quickly so please send in your applications if you're interested.
Cheers,
Emil.
Job Type Description: NRAO Postdoc
FLSA: Exempt
Secondary Title: EVLA/VLBA Postdoctoral Fellow
Scientific Title:
Position Type: Scientist Position
Division: Socorro Operations
Location of Position: Socorro, NM
Job Status: Regular Full Time
FTE: 3
Length of Appointment: Two years w/possible extension
Work Schedule: Normal Business Hours
Amount of Travel Required: Minimal
Number of Positions Supervised: None
Position Summary: The Expanded Very Large Array (EVLA) is now delivering Early Science, and the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) is upgrading its 6-cm receivers and increasing its bandwidth by a factor of four. When completed in 2012, the capabilities provided by these two facilities will offer greatly expanded science capabilities. NRAO invites applications for three (3) postdoctoral positions to participate in the scientific commissioning and technical development of the EVLA and VLBA.
These positions (50% research, 50% support) provide the opportunity for hands-on training in areas of technical expertise and observatory operations. The positions will be located at the Domenici Science Operations Center in Socorro, New Mexico. The initial appointments are for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Conference and observing travel will be supported, and page charge support, vacation accrual, health insurance, and a moving allowance are also provided. The appointments are available as early as November 1, 2011, although later start dates are possible by agreement.
Candidates should have, or expect to have by the agreed start date, a PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field, and should have a plan of continuing independent research.
Job Duties Summary: The NRAO Postdocs will be expected to assist in one the following areas: development and testing of new algorithms and high performance computing capabilities needed for the successful imaging, calibration, and analysis of data from the EVLA, VLBA, and other future arrays; development and testing of an EVLA data reduction and analysis pipeline; and development and testing of new observing capabilities for the VLBA.
Competency Summary:
Minimum Education: PhD in astronomy, physics, or a related field, and should have a plan of continuing independent research.
Preferred Education:
Minimum Experience:
Preferred Experience:
Physical Demands:
Work Environment: Normal office environment
Requisition Number: 00296
Skills & Abilities (ie Software, Hardware, Certifications, Licenses):
Job Open Date: 08-23-2011
Special Instructions to Applicants: Combine into one PDF file and attach to your NRAO application a statement of past and planned future research, a description of any software or instrumentation experience, a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and a cover letter. Applications may be submitted online at https://careers.nrao.edu. As part of the application process, you will be prompted for the names and contact information of three individuals who are familiar with your scientific work and abilities for letters of reference. These individuals will automatically receive an e-mail request AFTER you submit your application materials.
All applications received by October 15, 2011, will be given full consideration, however applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled.
NRAO is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V
Further information about the EVLA and VLBA can be found at http://science.nrao.edu/
Required Applicant Documents: Other Document
Optional Applicant Documents: Other Document
Received on 2011-11-29 10:47:59