Senior Researcher in Atmospheric Electricity
DTU Space develops instrumentation and methods for studies in earth and space science.
DTU Space develops instrumentation and methods for studies in earth and space science. The Astrophysics and Atmospheric Physics Section is responsible for the scientific exploitation of the Atmosphere-Space Interactions Monitor (ASIM) for the International Space Station with expected launch 2017/2018. ASIM will explore thunderstorm electrical processes such as Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes (TGFs), Transient Luminous Emissions (TLEs) and lightning. Scientists in the group have supported the development of the ASIM instruments, are fielding instruments on the ground for optical observations of discharges above thunderstorms, and are developing simulation tools for atmospheric electric discharges.
Responsibilities and tasks
- Scientific studies of atmospheric electric discharges by analysis of data from the ASIM and other space- and ground instruments, and by numerical modelling.
- Support of the ASIM Science Data Center and the Instrumentation Group of the ASIM
Modular Multispectral Imaging Array (MMIA), in operations, calibration, data correction and event classification - Development, operation and maintenance of the instruments fielded by DTU Space in Southern Europe
- Development of particle-fluid hybrid codes and application of these to discharge scenarios relevant to ASIM science
Other content of the position, e.g.:
- Teaching (app. 20%) bachelor and graduate students in the Earth and Space Physics and Engineering educational programme of DTU Space, and guidance of Ph.D. students.
Development of new research collaborations with DTU Physics, DTU Electrical Engineering, Danish Meteorological Institute, industry and international partners
Qualifications
Candidates must
- hold a PhD degree or equivalent as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as Researcher or Postdoc.
- document didactic/pedagogic training
Further qualifications:
- The candidate should have a background in the science of atmospheric electricity
- The candidate is expected to have several years of experience in particle-, Monte Carlo- and fluid code simulation techniques
- The candidate must have the technical expertise required to develop and maintain optical remote controlled systems for observations of TLEs
- The candidate is expected to have an understanding of optical space instrumentation and operations
- The candidate is expected to have experience with guidance of student projects at Bachelor and Master levels, and to be interested in completing, or already have completed, a course in “Education in University Teaching” at DTU
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:
- scientific production and research potential at international level
- innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
- the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
- experience in teaching and education
- the ability to promote and utilize research results
- an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
- the ability to contribute to development of internal and external cooperation
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Torsten Neubert, tel.: +45 4525 9731 or +45 2622 4265
Application procedure:
Please submit your online application no later than 12 July 2017.
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