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Operations Scientist
2019-10-14 16:15:23| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
You will have the opportunity to provide support to the INTEGRAL mission at the European Space Agency in Madrid, Spain. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Contribution to INTEGRAL ToO activities especially linked to the detection and followup of electromagnetic counterparts of Gravitational Wave and High Energy Neutrino events. Support to the planning and development of the INTEGRAL Legacy Science Archive. Maintenance of and support to the OSA scientific data analysis software and INTEGRAL instrument calibration. Interaction with the INTEGRAL Science Data Centre ISDC for the dissemination of data from the archive created and maintained at the ISDC. Support the Time Allocation Committee TAC and Project Scientist during the proposal evaluation process, e.g., by technical evaluation of proposals or serving as secretary for TAC panel meetings. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory You have a good knowledge of applied physics, at least part of which related to Space Technologies and Astrophysics. You have expertise in the development and command of modern and commonly used scientific analysis software, ideally with applications in Space Science. You have a good understanding of Scientific Operations of an international spacebased observatory. You have excellent analytical and communication experience. You are flexible and you appreciate diversity and international workingenvironment. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 07112019. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above. About RHEA Group RHEA Group is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT and NATO.
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INTEGRAL Operations Scientist
2019-10-10 14:17:35| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support within ESAC. Overview The post holder will support INTEGRAL. Main tasks and activities are Contribution to INTEGRAL ToO activities especially linked to the detection and followup of electromagnetic counterparts of Gravitational Wave and High Energy Neutrino events. Support to the planning and development of the INTEGRAL Legacy Science Archive. Maintenance of and support to the OSA scientific data analysis software and INTEGRAL instrument calibration. Specific tasks Interaction with the INTEGRAL Science Data Centre ISDC for the dissemination of data from the archive created and maintained at the ISDC. Support the Time Allocation Committee TAC and Project Scientist during the proposal evaluation process, e.g., by technical evaluation of proposals or serving as secretary for TAC panel meetings Specific qualification requirements A University degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, Astrophysics or in equivalent relevant fields. Several years of relevant working experience. Expertise in the development and command of modern and commonly used scientific analysis software, ideally with applications in Space Science. Good understanding of Scientific Operations of an international spacebased observatory. Excellent analytical and communication experience. A high level of written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in Spanish also desirable. Flexibility and appreciation of diversity and of international working environment. Excellent organisation skills for projects execution and associated documentation. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in Spain without the need to obtain a work visa. Only European Union EU, European Economic Area EEA and SWISS citizens can be employed by Aurora in Spain. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. In line with ESAs security requirements, prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident, and Aurora will validate your employment history. Location It is expected that the work will be performed at the ESAC, the European Space Astronomy Centre at Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid Spain. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line with ESA Job Class. You will be registered for both social security and tax in Spain. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. In addition to public health services Aurora provides private medical insurance in Spain. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora can assist financially and provide recent experience information for relocation. To be considered for this Position Prior to 8 November 2019, please send a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Candidate Proposal Form or CV and Motivation Letter to Mr. Alex Jeanes at email alexjeanesaurora.nl or Ms. Tracey Longden at email tracey.longdenaurora.nl quoting reference SCO176 RTSSCOOOG00176. Please read our Recruitment Process for ESA for more details. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal to ESA by 11 November 2019, 1300 hours.
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INTEGRAL Operations Scientist
2019-10-10 14:17:35| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary A great opportunity for a Science Operations engineer to support the gammaray astronomy mission, working onsite at ESAC for Telespazio VEGA UK. Objective To provide support to Integral Science Operations contributing to INTEGRAL Target of Opportunity activities, the Science Archive, support to the scientific data analysis software and instrument calibration. Responsibilities Duties The successful candidate can expect to be involved in Generation of conflict free and optimized science instrument operations plan, timelines and command sequences. Providing Target of Opportunity ToO on call service. Coordination of the release of Announcements of Opportunity for observing time, and provide support to the Project Scientist in the subsequent proposal peer review process by the Observing Time Allocation Committee. Supporting the setup of calibration observations, including coordination with instrument teams or to engineering observations requested MOC. Interaction with the INTEGRAL Science Data Centre ISDC for the dissemination of data from the archive created and maintained at the ISDC. Supporting the Time Allocation Committee TAC and Project Scientist during the proposal evaluation process, e.g., by technical evaluation of proposals or serving as secretary for TAC panel meetings. Interaction with instrument teams, as requested in order to acquire and maintain instrumentspecific knowledge at the SOC. Tasks will include Contributing to INTEGRAL ToO activities especially linked to the detection and followup of electromagnetic counterparts of Gravitational Wave and High Energy Neutrino events. Supporting the planning and development of the INTEGRAL Legacy Science Archive. Maintaining of and support to the OSA scientific data analysis software and INTEGRAL instrument calibration Providing second line support on helpdesk queries as requested. Providing feedback to and attend appropriate working groups as needed. Participation in internal and external group meetings as requested. Providing feedback to users and promote the mission at scientific conferences, e.g., by presentations Qualifications Experience University Masters degree, or equivalent, in Physics, Astronomy or similar related discipline. A good knowledge of Space Technologies and Astrophysics Essential Skill Experience of astronomical Xray or Gammaray data analysis Expertise in the development and command of modern and commonly used scientific analysis software, ideally with applications in Space Science. Good understanding of Scientific Operations of an international spacebased observatory. Excellent analytical and communication experience Desirable Skills Ability to attend meetingsconferenceworkshops and make presentations as requested. Qualities Good interpersonal and communication skills Proactive attitude to problem solving and customer focus Comfortable in an international working environment Fluent in written and spoken English Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Location of the position is ESAC, Spain. To apply Please send your CV and covering letter to careerstelespazio.com By sending your CV to careerstelespazio.com you give your consent for Telespazio VEGA to hold and process your personal information for the purpose of the application. Benefits Competitive Package covering salary, generous holiday allowance, training plan and more Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.
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Glasgow scientist recognised for groundbreaking work in stunning at slaughter
2019-10-09 14:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
The Humane Slaughter Association (HSA) has awarded Dr Dorothy McKeegan the 2019 Human Slaughter Award for groundbreaking research into controlled atmospheric stunning and welfare at slaughter.
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Support Scientist for Sentinel 2 Mission
2019-10-09 13:14:38| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
As project manager in charge of the design, integration and operation of innovative highperformance systems, CS works in the fields of defense and security, space, aeronautics, energy and industry, in France and internationally. CS is a trusted partner this is acknowledged by its key clients thanks to its capacity for innovation, its expertise, its commitment, and the quality service CS provide. The scientist support for Sentinel2 mission for the data quality validation is located in Frascati ITA, near the headquarters for ESAs Earth Observation activities. Sentinel2 is an Earth observation mission developed by the ESA as part of the Copernicus Programme to perform terrestrial observations in support of services such as forest monitoring activities, land cover changes detection, water quality assessment, and natural disaster management. You will be in charge of the scientific support for sentinel 2 image quality validation and application studies. You will be a scientific support for sentinel 2 image and application studies. You will be in charge of o Managing projects and studies, o Testing prototypes developed during studies, o Milestones and deliveries checks, o Organization of the Progress Reviews, o Reporting to ESA S2 data quality manager. You have Good Knowledge in optical radiometry Some Knowledge in image geometry Experience in coordination and reporting Knowledge of Python, IDL or MATLAB Knowledge of Earth Observation Mission You have a good inter personal skills and team spirit. You are dynamic, fast learner and autonomous.
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