Senior Research Fellow (In Situ Detection Systems)

UCL Department / Division
Space & Climate Physics
Location of position
Dorking
Grade
8
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£42,149 - £50,296 per annum
Duties and Responsibilities
Applications are invited for a Senior Research Fellow (In situ Detection Systems) in the In-Situ Detection Systems Group at the Department of Space and Climate Physics (Mullard Space Science Laboratory), University College London. The group is currently testing hardware developed for the ESA Lagrange mission and developing instrumentation for other cubesat and space weather missions. 
The successful candidate will be expected to lead or contribute to other research and development activities at the Department, both for flight missions and on-going technology developments, attend conferences and present and publish research work, and provide support with writing proposals and attracting funding. The post is ideally suited for an individual with a strong interest in both technology development and mathematical simulations and who is willing to work “hands-on” on associated hardware.
The post is initially funded for two years and is expected to continue after this period pending funding.
Key Requirements
The successful candidate is expected to hold a PhD in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline and demonstrate familiarity with space instrumentation, such as detection systems, calibration and test facilities. The post holder is expected to have a good understanding of space plasma instrumentation and a good working knowledge of safe working practices in laboratories. A strong interest in technology research & development and a willingness to work hands-on with associated hardware are essential requirements for the post.
Further Details
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
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Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Andrew Coates [email protected].
If you are having difficulty accessing the on-line recruitment system please contact Suzanne Winter ([email protected]) for advice.
UCL Taking Action for Equality
We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
Closing Date
3 Jan 2022
Latest time for the submission of applications
23:59
Interview date
TBC
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