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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Advanced Mission Analysis

2018-01-25 13:17:36| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Research Fellow opportunity in the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Advanced Mission Analysis This post is classified F2 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description The Research Fellow will be based in the Advanced Concepts Team ACT, a group of research fellows postdocs and young graduates who originate from a broad variety of academic fields and aim at an academic career. Its task is to monitor, perform and foster research on advanced space systems, innovative concepts and working methods. It interacts externally almost exclusively with academia and operates as a truly interdisciplinary team bound to high scientific standards. Via its research, the team acts as a crossdepartmental pathfinder to explore novel, potentially promising areas for ESA and the space sector, ranging from applied to basic fundamental research topics. An important task of the team is to communicate scientific trends and results, as input to the strategic planning of the Agency. The team has been working on improving fundamentals algorithms and methods to aid mission analysis since 2002, pioneering topics such as global optimization for trajectory design and differential algebra in orbital mechanics. Asteroid deflection, autonomous on orbit assembly, distributed control, active space debris removal were studied earlyon by the team facilitating their understanding within the Agency. Candidates are highly encouraged to get familiar with the research done in this field by the team httpwww.esa.intgspACTmadindex.html as well as on the overall research of the ACT and the main activities lines of ESA. Interested candidates are highly encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.intESA Fields of activitiesresearch The successful candidate will carry out research in the field of advanced mission analysis, intended as the use of nontraditional guidance, navigation and control techniques. Areas of research are partly chosen by the successful candidate based on hisher own expert judgements and insight into trends and developments and motivation, partly chosen by the team as to follow strategic directions of the Agency. Scientifically shehe will in particular Propose and perform research in the field of mission analysis, where appropriate together with universities of ESA Member States in particular through the Ariadna scheme www.esa.intariadna. Explore synergies between global optimization techniques and lowthrust trajectory models or between differential algebra and guidance and navigation algorithms. Further develop open source software developed by the ACT and of use in advanced mission analysis pygmo optimization, pykep astrodynamics, audi differential algebra Coordinate the team participation to competitions in the aerospace field including, but not limited to, the GTOC. Provide support to all ACT scientific projects by proposing advanced mission analysis concepts and tools. Liaise with the ESA Concurrent Design Facility and the ESA Space Operations Centre in view of transferring knowledge on advanced mission analysis concepts and tools. As ACT researcher, shehe will Publish results in peerreviewed publications and communicate research to broader audiences inside and outside ESA Lead and assist interdisciplinary projects with other ACT researchers Participate together with the team in the assessment of proposed space system concepts and propose new concepts and assessment studies and Perform and participate in assessments on subjects of strategic interest of ESA, and provide inhouse expertise to strategy development. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Teamwork Self Motivation Problem Solving Education Applicants must have obtained PhD in either Celestial Mechanics or Aerospace Engineering, subject of the thesis being relevant to the description of the tasks outlined above and aim at an academicresearch career. A previous degree in either Engineering, Informatics, Computer Science or Celestial Mechanics is required. Additional requirements Applicants must have Solid programming skills are mandatory, preferably C and Python Experiences in open source projects and a proven open science attitude are an asset Ability for and interest in prospective interdisciplinary research Ability to contextualise specialised areas of research and quickly assess their potential with respect to other domains and applications Academic networking bringing functioning links to universities and research institutes Ability to work in a team, while being able to work individually on hisher own personal research plans and directions Natural curiosity and a passion for new subjects and research areas. Other information The position of Research Fellow at ESAs Advanced Concepts Team is similar to a regular academic PostDoc placement, however with a few notable key differences ACT RFs have no teaching obligations. However, they will likely be involved in the mentoring of Young Graduate Trainees and stagiaires student interns within the team. As the team does not have a professorlike position, ACT RFs are academically more independent than most postdocs. This implies more freedom but also more responsibility for their research directions and approaches. ACT RFs are joining a diverse, changing and interdisciplinary research team embedded in a large space agency, in contrast to a more specialised, focused research group with close or similar competences. ACT RFs need to actively reach out to other disciplines, to bring their competences to interdisciplinary research projects and to encourage other researchers to join them in their core research projects research at the intersections of disciplines. ACT RFs need to communicate their expertise and research results internally and externally, including potential implications and importance for ESAs longterm strategy. For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 22 February 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research. Candidates must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent by email, before the deadline, to temp.htresa.int. The letters must be sent by the referees themselves. The candidates name must be mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States when shortlisting for interview. httpesamultimedia.esa.intdocscareersNationalityTargets.pdf In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE

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2018-01-23 17:18:08| National Real Estate Investor

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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar insitu resource utilisation preparation

2018-01-22 19:17:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Dir of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar insitu resource utilisation preparation This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The Lunar Lander Team in the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration is leading the development of ESAs contributions to the Russian led LunaGlob Luna 25, LunaResurs Orbiter Luna 26 and Luna Resurs Lander Luna 27 missions. These contributions include the PILOT precision landing and hazard avoidance system, the SPECTRUM communications and operations service and the PROSPECT package to assess the resource potential of lunar regolith, including polar cold trapped ice, whilst addressing major questions for lunar science. The team is responsible for the development, delivery and operation of ESAs contribution, coordinating the interfaces with Russia and working with European industry and the science community. Through the implementation of these missions the team is generating knowledge, technology and expertise to prepare for ESAs involvement in future exploration missions and the potential exploitation of lunar resources. The Strategy and Innovation Team in the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration supports the development, evolution and implementation of ESAs exploration strategy and manages the benefits resulting from ESAs space exploration activities. This includes supporting international space exploration for a, including the international Space Exploration Coordination Group ISECG, and supporting the development of new partnerships and governance schemes. The Team also works to implement new innovation partnerships with commercial space and nonspace sectors for activities related to exploration of the Moon, Mars and Low Earth orbit whilst seeking to increase commercial and industrial utilisation of the International Space Station. In the area of space resources the Strategy and Innovation Team leads a number of activities to prepare for the potential future implementation of ISRU. These include technology development and mission studies, coordinated at international level and leveraging commercial partnerships. These activities are being performed with a view to performing an ISRU demonstration at the lunar surface in advance of implementation in future human lunar missions. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Fields of activitiesresearch A Research Fellow is sought to engage in independent research that supports preparations for the future utilisation of lunar resources. An emphasis is placed on the potential utilisation of cold trapped lunar volatiles, including water ice, and the chemical reduction of lunar minerals. The research to be performed should be related to one or more of the following lunar resource prospecting through insitu measurements and remote sensing laboratory analysis of lunar materials lunar regolith excavation, handling and beneficiation handling and preservation of ices in the lunar environment resource extraction or processing The Research Fellow will be based at ESA ESTEC httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESTEC , and will work closely with the both Lunar Lander Team and Strategy and Innovation Team in the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration. The role of the Fellowship and research performed is to support InSitu Resource Utilisation aspects of ESAs exploration activities, including the PROSPECT resource analysis package on Luna27 httpexploration.esa.intmoon59102aboutprospect and future mission studies and technology developments. The research will be targeted at work that supports the integration of these activities into an overall strategy for ISRU. This is likely to involve working closely with different groups within ESA, science and technology research communities in academia and the private sector. Where needed, access to laboratories or research facilities, in particular those existing within ESAESTEC, and resources needed to support research activities may be agreed on a case by case basis. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have completed, or be close to completion of a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline or have equivalent demonstrated research experience. Additional requirements Applicants will be required to demonstrate competency in the specific skills required to perform the proposed research e.g. laboratory skills, measurement and analysis, programming etc.. Candidates are expected to have research experience in at least one of the below areas Lunar or planetary geology, or cosmochemistry Analyses techniques and instrumentation Technology development Chemical processes engineering Mining or resource engineering Insitu resource utilisation on planetary bodies Space mission development and architectures Applicants are required to be able to demonstrate an ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment as part of diverse teams. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, problem solving and communicating is required. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Specificities For this Research Fellow opportunity, interviews will include a presentation of the proposed research and may include meetings with the ESA team, discussions about the proposed research and visits of relevant facilities located at ESTEC. A wide range of laboratories and facilities are available at ESA ESTEC see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyLaboratories , which could be made available for the research if needed. Access to facilities and the availability of other resources to support the proposed research will be discussed and determined on an case by case basis, based on the needs of the specific research proposed and the availability of the required facilities. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 18 February 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE

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C&C Group the one to watch in 2018, too many analysts and not enough research and finding a favourite between beer and spirits - The just-drinks Analyst

2018-01-22 17:54:00| Daily beverage news and comment - from just-drinks.com

Starting the year as he means to go on, just-drinks' resident analyst, Ian Shackleton, considers where we should put our investment spend in 2018. Ian also looks at how the analyst community is reacting to the introduction of MiFiD II and explains the reasons behind his favourite drinks category.

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