IAASARS is looking for an expert to work on the “Scientific Analysis” of very high energy particles. This should be coupled to Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) re-constructions and CME-driven shock modeling. Positions’ code: SPEAR2. Preferably this position seeks for candidates with relevant experience in research projects.
Institution: Institute of Astrophysics Astronomy Space Applications and Remote Sensing of the National Observatory of Athens (NOA)
Activity: Creation of catalogues of high energy Solar Particles (i.e. protons E>100 MEV, electrons E>1 MeV). Modeling shock waves generated by coronal mass ejections (CME shock-wave) and field line tracing connection. Implementation of in depth analysis for selected case studies, from the best observed events in the respective data (both in situ and remotely). Contribution to the analysis of related solar, and interplanetary context observations. Synthesis of the overall scientific results. Development of a prediction model for very high energy SEPs (protons E>300 MeV).
Skills: Experience in solar/heliospheric/space physics, programming languages (python, IDL, Matlab) and tools for data analysis.
Qualification: MSc in Physics
Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of renewal until the end of the project.
Salary: Gross salary of 2000/month.
Place of work: IAASARS, National Observatory of Athens, Palaia Penteli, Greece.
Type of contract: Research grant, full time.
On-site presence: To be agreed on the basis of project needs.
Deadline for expression of interest: 06 September 2024
To express an interest in this job opportunity, please submit a short statement with your CV at spearhead@noa.gr
See details of the call here.