The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has the following opportunities within the Space Science Programme situated in Hermanus, Western Cape to be filled by individual(s) with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications. The Space Science Programme includes space science research, ground-based monitoring infrastructure, operational space weather, technology development, and applications. SANSA is seeking hardworking and dynamic South African citizens to fill the following positions (two positions are available) based in Hermanus Western Cape.
The ideal candidates will have:
- A Ph.D. obtained within the last 3 years (or will be submitting their Ph.D. thesis for examination before Feb 2020)
- Ph.D. should be in space physics-related field or is a support field to space physics (such as Computer Science or Applied Mathematics)
- Preference will be given to candidates who would like to pursue space weather research for their postdoctoral projects in areas such as navigation and/or communication applications, and radiation exposure due to space weather events
- Independent computer programming skills with a preference for Python
- The ability to work independently and as part of the team
The candidate should be:
- A South African citizen
- Available to start the contract before 1 April 2020
Duties (not limited to this list):
- Research in a space weather research-related field
- Data Analysis and Modelling
- Publications
- Intern mentoring
- Contract research
- Science Advancement
Projects will be tailored to individuals, depending on skills and interest and are not limited to any specific topic mentioned. However, they must fit into the space science thematic areas.
Communication will only be conducted with short-listed candidates. If applicants do not get any feedback within 4 weeks of the closing date, they must assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
Please NOTE that the appointment will be on a level commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Background verification, including criminal records, credit checks, security clearances, qualification, and citizenship checks as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, may form part of the selection process. SANSA subscribes to the principles of Employment Equity and welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities. Preference will be given to candidates in accordance with this.
SANSA reserves the right to not make an appointment
Should you meet the above requirements, please apply by logging into https://jb.skillsmapafrica.com attach your detailed CV including a copy of your Doctoral Thesis Abstract and Ph.D. certificate (if already received).
Closing date: 26 February 2020
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