Competition for the position of an Assistant Professor at the Astronomical Observatory in academic discipline ERC Consolidator Grant 2022 Hydrogen and deuterium survey of minor bodies: transformative science with a purpose-built CubeSat (101089312 HYADES)
Requirements:
The selection procedure is open for all individuals, who meet the requirements set out in Articles 113 and 116.2.3) of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science, and who meet the following eligibility criteria according to § 165 of the Statute of the Jagiellonian University:
- holding at least a doctoral degree,
- having relevant scientific achievements,
- taking active part in scientific life.
Additional requirements and expectations:
- PhD in astronomy and/or astrophysics,
- additional academic education in applied computer science and/or space engineering,
- documented experience in observational astronomy and/or astrophysics (particularly satellite-based),
- proficiency in English,
- interest in the project objectives and motivation to participate in the planned research.
Description of tasks:
- participate in the construction of the HYADES satellite,
- develop software supporting satellite in-flight maneuvers,
- participate in tests and calibration of the satellite after launch.
Form of submission: by e-mail to the address: michal.drahus@uj.edu.pl.
Deadline for submission of applications: 22 July 2024
Expected date of the selection procedure settlement: 30 July 2024