Field of Interest:astro-ph
Deadline: 2017-03-31
Region: North America
Job description:
Astrophysicist (Post-Doctoral Research Fellow),IS-1330-11, Grade 11 $66,317 to $86,208 Annually. Trust Fund Temporary Not To Exceed Two years With the Possibility of a One year Extension.
The employee works under the direction of Dr. Belinda Wilkes within the High Energy Astrophysics Division. The scientist will undertake and develop a program of research for multi-wavelength studies of active galaxies and quasars, including but not limited to the 3CR sources, using data from various space missions and ground-based facilities. The study involves the planning and implementation of observing programs, the analysis, modeling, and interpretation of data obtained with space-based and/or ground-based facilities, and the presentation and publication of significant scientific results.
DUTIES:
1. Participate in and carry out scientific research involving a program of observational studies on active galaxies and quasars.
2. Prepare and submit proposals for studies using appropriate space- and/or ground-based facilities.
3. Develop and carry out data reduction of observations from satellite and/or ground-based experiments, analyze and model the resulting multi-wavelength datasets.
4. Design, develop, and verify software for data analysis as needed. This includes defining the necessary programs and subroutines, coding and debugging them, and applying them to the analysis of scientific data.
5. Prepare papers, presenting research results for publication in scientific journals and presentations at conferences. Participate in meetings and conferences to discuss current research and to exchange data and ideas with other scientists.
6. Give advice on analysis techniques and scientific approaches to others working on the same or related projects, as appropriate. Help with problem solving and discuss current work.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must meet these Basic Education Requirements:
A. Degree: in one or a combination of astronomy, physics, mathematics, space science, or electronics. The course work must have included differential and integral calculus and 12 semester hours in astronomy and/or physics.
OR
B. Combination of education and experience -- at least 30 semester hours of courses equivalent to a major in any combination of astronomy, space science, physics, mathematics, and electronics, with required course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Grade 11:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the grade 09 that should demonstrate professional research experience in astrophysics and the ability to interpret data obtained from facilities and knowledge of computing techniques for the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of observational data.
OR
A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and experience equivalent to the above.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
We will only accept applications on line for this position. To view the complete vacancy posting, requirements and the procedures to apply, please visit:USAJOBS
More Information:https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/459640300
Deadline: 2017-03-31
Region: North America
Job description:
Astrophysicist (Post-Doctoral Research Fellow),IS-1330-11, Grade 11 $66,317 to $86,208 Annually. Trust Fund Temporary Not To Exceed Two years With the Possibility of a One year Extension.
The employee works under the direction of Dr. Belinda Wilkes within the High Energy Astrophysics Division. The scientist will undertake and develop a program of research for multi-wavelength studies of active galaxies and quasars, including but not limited to the 3CR sources, using data from various space missions and ground-based facilities. The study involves the planning and implementation of observing programs, the analysis, modeling, and interpretation of data obtained with space-based and/or ground-based facilities, and the presentation and publication of significant scientific results.
DUTIES:
1. Participate in and carry out scientific research involving a program of observational studies on active galaxies and quasars.
2. Prepare and submit proposals for studies using appropriate space- and/or ground-based facilities.
3. Develop and carry out data reduction of observations from satellite and/or ground-based experiments, analyze and model the resulting multi-wavelength datasets.
4. Design, develop, and verify software for data analysis as needed. This includes defining the necessary programs and subroutines, coding and debugging them, and applying them to the analysis of scientific data.
5. Prepare papers, presenting research results for publication in scientific journals and presentations at conferences. Participate in meetings and conferences to discuss current research and to exchange data and ideas with other scientists.
6. Give advice on analysis techniques and scientific approaches to others working on the same or related projects, as appropriate. Help with problem solving and discuss current work.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must meet these Basic Education Requirements:
A. Degree: in one or a combination of astronomy, physics, mathematics, space science, or electronics. The course work must have included differential and integral calculus and 12 semester hours in astronomy and/or physics.
OR
B. Combination of education and experience -- at least 30 semester hours of courses equivalent to a major in any combination of astronomy, space science, physics, mathematics, and electronics, with required course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Grade 11:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the grade 09 that should demonstrate professional research experience in astrophysics and the ability to interpret data obtained from facilities and knowledge of computing techniques for the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of observational data.
OR
A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and experience equivalent to the above.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
We will only accept applications on line for this position. To view the complete vacancy posting, requirements and the procedures to apply, please visit:USAJOBS
More Information:https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/459640300