Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Magnetic Network of Ireland
The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellowship focussed on geomagnetic storms and their technological impacts using data from the Magnetic Network of Ireland ( ).
In particular, the Fellow will undertake data analysis and modelling of magnetic and electric fields in Ireland, and how they respond to solar activity on short-timescales.
In addition, they will be involved in modelling geomagnetically induced currents in the Irish power grid.
The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section ( ) includes a vibrant community of researchers working on a range of topics including solar physics and solar system research, high-energy astrophysics, exoplanets and star formation.
The Research Fellow will be based in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section, DIAS Dunsink Observatory, Dublin 15, and will work in close cooperation with DIAS Geophysics, Geological Survey Ireland (GSI) and Met Éireann (ME).
Applicants are expected to have a PhD in solar physics, space weather, geomagnetism or a related field.
Experience with field-work involving the installation and maintenance of magnetometers or similar equipment is desirable.
Experience in data analysis and programming is essential (e.g., Python or similar), as is capacity for original research.
They will be expected to disseminate results via publications and at national and international conferences and they will be involved in the training of a PhD student.
This position is available for 2 years initially with the possibility of extension to 4 years.
The Fellow will receive a starting salary on Level 2 of the SFI team member scale commensurate with experience.
The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.
Interested candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system here
by 12:00 Dublin time on Friday 21 March ****
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Applicants should upload the following all as one pdf file:
Cover letter including research interests and career goals (maximum 2 pages)
Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
Publication list
Names of two referees (contacted at interview stage)
Detailed enquiries regarding the research project can be made to Professor Peter Gallagher (******), while submission enquiries can be directed to ******.
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