Research Associate in Radio Investigations for Space Environment Research
1 month ago
Vacancy terms: Full time, fixed term contract until 31 August 2028
Hours per week: 37.5
Advert closes midnight on: 20 August 2024
About the role
In this role you will work within the Planetary Science Group studying the solar-terrestrial interaction, specifically solar wind-magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling, using a wide range of space-based and ground-based observatories. The role is funded for 4 years by the RISER (Radio Investigations for Space Environment Research) NERC Large Grant. The aim or RISER is to determine how Interplanetary Scintillation (IPS) observations of density and velocity structures in the inner heliosphere, from LOFAR and other radio telescopes, can be used to provide advance warning of the arrival of hazardous space weather conditions at Earth. You will work collaboratively and independently as part of the research team to achieve defined milestones, and produce high quality research as part of your role.
About you
With a PhD (or close to completion), in a research area relevant to space plasma physics or planetary science. You will be able to evidence research experience and skills in a relevant subject, alongside knowledge of Solar-Terrestrial physics at an international research level.
We are looking for someone with strong programming skills in Python, IDL, FORTRAN, or other similar language. You will show a record of productive research and can demonstrate the ability to produce published research papers.
Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Prof Steve Milan on
Interviews are anticipated to take place during early September 2024.
As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people's lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you'll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.
We're committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
£38,205 per annum pro rata, due to funding restrictions. Grade 7
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