KASI-KIPAC Rubin Observing Specialist Fellowship 

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory is a next-generation astronomical facility currently under construction in Chile, with operations staff distributed across multiple sites, one of which is SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University. Rubin Observatory will undertake the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) which will be one of the largest and most comprehensive astronomy surveys of its kind. Rubin will enable countless discoveries in almost every area of modern astronomical research—discoveries made possible by the team that built the Rubin Observatory system, and by the global science community that Rubin Observatory serves. 

SLAC has been the lead lab for construction of the LSST Camera, and will continue to provide scientific and technical support for LSSTCam during Rubin survey operations. SLAC and Stanford are partners in the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology, which hosts a broad program in astrophysics. Existing research programs at KIPAC include studies of dark energy, cosmic dynamics, structure formation, galaxy formation, the physics of inflation, studies of and searches for dark matter, interstellar medium physics, and studies of black holes, galaxies, clusters of galaxies, the Milky Way, stars (including the Sun), extrasolar planets, and other astrophysical sources, and many KIPAC members are preparing to do science with the LSST.

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a major research institution in Daejeon, Republic of Korea whose main functions are to operate major facilities for research in astronomy and space science and to carry out various scientific researches including studies on the Universe through astronomical observations, theoretical studies, and state-of- the-art instrumentation. KASI and SLAC are collaborating on the support of Rubin Observatory operations through the Rubin in-kind program. 

Together, KIPAC and KASI invite you to apply for a 4-year postdoctoral research position at Rubin Observatory and Stanford, with the possibility of a further two years extension resident at KASI. Further KIPAC-only positions, without the optional extension at KASI, are also available.

For the first two years, after a brief training period at SLAC, you will be a Rubin “Observing Specialist” resident in Chile, working in a diverse team to operate the Simonyi Survey Telescope and LSST Camera, with skills including understanding software scripts and conducting hands-on technical work and image diagnostics, and with a common duty of operating the Rubin instrumentation during nighttime. You will then spend two years at KIPAC, exploiting the deep understanding of the Rubin system that you will have gained to carry out a program of cutting edge astrophysics research with the LSST data (while continuing to contribute low level remote observing support). After this initial 4-year term, you will have the choice to work at KASI following an application for a 2-year extension and successful evaluation of your performance at KIPAC. (You would express your intention for this 2-year extension and submit the extension application before the end of the first quarter of the third year of the Fellowship). If and when the 2-year extension is approved, you would become an employee of Center for Large Telescopes (CfLAT), KASI, starting from the fifth year of what would then be a 6-year fellowship.

The term of your position will be a very exciting time for Rubin Observatory, with the LSST due to begin in 2025. This is a truly unique opportunity to join the operations team that will make Rubin reach its ground-breaking science goals, and then capitalize on your operational experience in an extended period of postdoctoral research.

Your responsibilities will include the following:

 - Learning how to control and operate a wide variety of systems that make up the Rubin Observatory including the Simonyi Survey Telescope, its commissioning instrument (ComCam), and later the main science camera (LSSTCam), the calibration systems and more. 

 - Night-time operation of the primary Simonyi Survey Telescope and the auxiliary calibration telescope, AuxTel, including troubleshooting of both the hardware and software, and prompt assessment of environmental conditions, optical performance, image quality, and general system performance.  

 - Carrying out a program of original Rubin/LSST astrophysics research. 

 - Promoting collaboration between KIPAC and KASI. 

To be successful in this position you will bring:

 - A recent Ph.D. in astronomy or physics (or the expectation that you will receive the degree prior to starting your appointment), whose award date is no more than 5 years before the start of the appointment, October 1, 2024. 

 - Including your thesis work, at least 3 years of research experience involving at least one of the following:

    • Hands-on observing at optical or infrared astronomical observing facilities, or comparable laboratory activity;

    • Reduction and analysis of astronomical imaging data;

    • Development and/or execution of data analysis or instrumentation projects in wide field optical survey cosmology. 

 - Familiarity with ticket-based work management systems such as Jira, and high level software scripting knowledge in Python (preferred) or equivalent.

 - Organizational and communication skills, with the ability to learn quickly and convey complex technical concepts effectively with a diverse population, such that you are able to work productively in a multinational team. 

 - Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to take the initiative.

 - Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research, collaborating closely with colleagues working both locally and remotely.

Applying for these positions, you should know that:

 - KIPAC is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages applications from candidates who will diversify the workforce in astrophysics and cosmology. More information about Stanford’s ongoing commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment can be found at ideal.stanford.edu. Above all we are looking for someone enthusiastic with a desire to learn and experiment in a highly supportive and collaborative environment. 

 - While in Chile, you will be a member of a 12-person Observing Specialist team working the same observing shift rotation but with (on average) 20% of your time available for research.  This 20% should provide ample time to develop research projects while you are in Chile, to be carried out on your return to the US. In your final two years, you will focus on your research program, but spend 20% of your time providing remote observing support from SLAC. In the optional 2-year extension at KASI you will have 100% of your time available for research.   

 - A research mentor on the faculty or staff at KIPAC will support you throughout your four-year term, helping you develop your research program, establish and maintain good strong connections to the LSST science community, and capitalize on your observatory experience in your research. Likewise, a research mentor at CfLAT, KASI will be assigned to support you throughout the 2-year extension should you take it up.

 - Stanford offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and an attractive, inclusive and collaborative work environment in the foothills of Silicon Valley. All relocation expenses to Chile, and back to Stanford will be covered. Relocation support to Korea is subject to the related KASI rules.

 - Working at the Rubin Summit Facility is demanding. While in Chile, Rubin Observing Specialists must be:

   • Able to work both at day or night on the Cerro Pachón summit, which is at 3,000m (9,000 feet) 

   • Willing to stay at the summit for multiple days/nights (food and lodging provided). 

   • Willing to work scheduled shifts, including over weekends and holidays. Schedule is subject to change and varies by person within the group based on their responsibilities. 

   • Fluent in English, while command of the Spanish language is an advantage.

   • Responsible for the safety of people and equipment while working at night.

   • Observing Specialists are required to have a valid driver’s license and experience in driving a 4WD.

Application materials should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25538 . Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a 3-page statement of research interests and plans, and arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation submitted to the same site. We encourage applicants to follow the structure of the AAS advice on the contents of CVs and research statements given here: https://jobregister.aas.org/postdoc-application-guidelines. Applications are welcome to provide an additional statement (up to one page) that discusses their experience with or commitment to engaging in mentoring, outreach, teaching, public policy, fostering inclusive environments, or activities that diversify the field.

The deadline for applications is Friday November 24, 2023 (by midnight Eastern Time). Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. More information about KIPAC can be found at http://kipac.stanford.edu, and about KASI at https://www.kasi.re.kr. 

2022 KASI-Arizona Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship

Position Summary: 

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) invites applications for the position of a KASI-Arizona Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship for Advanced Study in Astronomy and Astrophysics. 

The duration of the Program shall be four years, beginning with two years at KASI in Daejeon, Korea, followed by two years at the Steward Observatory, University of Arizona (UA), Tucson AZ, USA. The Fellow will move to Steward Observatory at the beginning of third year in the Program, with relocation support covered by the program, subject to UA rules. The successful candidate is expected to assume the position at KASI starting from September 1st, 2022. The exact start date may be negotiable.

This postdoctoral fellowship provides an opportunity for an exceptional recent Ph.D. recipient to pursue a program of research in any area of theoretical or observational astronomy or astrophysics. Preference will be given to proposed research activities that promote collaboration between KASI and Steward Observatory. Applicants are required to identify a faculty/research staff at each institution as a mentor and to get an endorsement letter from them. This Fellow will be affiliated with both institutions and have access to all the resources and facilities of both Parties regardless of the workplace assignment during the four years. 

While at KASI, the Fellow will be awarded an annual stipend of about 50M KRW subject to change according to KASI rules. This includes benefits, such as national health insurance for the Fellow and the accompanying dependent family members. The fellow will receive a competitive level of annual research fund (About 10M KRW) that covers the Fellow's research activities. While at Steward Observatory, the Fellow will receive an annual fiscal year salary of about $65,000 USD, as well as benefits including health insurance for the Fellow and the accompanying dependent family members, a competitive level of research fund that covers the purchase of computer(s), travel, and related research expenses, as well as reasonable relocation expenses. 

Additional information about KASI and Steward Observatory can be found at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/index and https://www.as.arizona.edu.

Candidates must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. in Astronomy or a related field within 5 years before the start date of the Fellowship. They must have demonstrated English language proficiency, and eligibility to get a visa appropriate for the Fellowship (if necessary) from both the USA and Korea. Applicants will be considered without regard to US or Korean citizenship or national origin. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA employer -M/W/D/V. 

Contact Information for any inquiry: astro-kasifellowship@list.arizona.edu (for Arizona), kafellow@kasi.re.kr(for KASI)

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants must apply separately (instructions below) to the UA and KASI by December 20, 2021. A complete application for each institution requires a CV, list of publications, current and proposed research (5-page limit for research statement), names of three references, names of two prospective mentors (one at each institution), as well as three reference letters and two endorsement letters (submitted separately by letter writers). It is the applicants’ responsibility to have the three (3) reference letters and the two (2) endorsement letters received by both UA and KASI before the application deadline.

Submit online application to the UA: 

1) Go to https://talent.arizona.edu and apply for Job Posting #7068 or search for KASI.

2) In a single PDF, email your CV, list of publications, current and proposed research (5-page limit for research statement), names of three references, and the names of a prospect mentor at KASI and the UA to astro-kasifellowship@list.arizona.edu.

3) Ask your references to email their reference letters in PDF to astro-kasifellowship@list.arizona.edu. 

4) Ask your prospective mentors to email their endorsement letters in PDF to astro-kasifellowship@list.arizona.edu.

Email electronic application to KASI: 

1) In a single PDF, email your CV, list of publications, current and proposed research (5-page limit for research statement), names of three references, and the names of a prospect mentor at KASI and the UA to kafellow@kasi.re.kr.

2) Ask your references to email their reference letters in PDF to kafellow@kasi.re.kr.

3) Ask your prospective mentors to email their endorsement letters in PDF to kafellow@kasi.re.kr.

I. Introduction

KASI-York Fellowship Program (KYFP) is one of the joint research projects under a collaboration agreement for achieving shared goals in the field of astronomy, astrophysics and space science between Korea Astronomy and Space Institute (KASI), a national research institute of Republic of Korea dedicated to astronomy and related research, and the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS), Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, an university incorporated under The York University Act, 1965.  

With the support of KASI, Lassonde School of Engineering and Faculty of Science, York University, KYFP Program is offered to prominent scholars at the postdoctoral level to enhance their further research. The KYPF Program is in particular aimed at researchers in the areas of (but not limited to) space weather, planetary science, space payload development, and space engineering. 

Each candidate is expected to work equal time at each institution with a minimum of one year of his or her tenure at the York University and the remaining period at KASI.

II. Eligibility Requirement 

KASI-York Fellowship Program applicants can be of any nationality and must have obtained their Ph.D. in Earth Science, Atmospheric Science, Physics, Astronomy, Space Science, and Space Engineering, or equivalent degree in the related fields.

Applicants must demonstrate his/her strong publication record in relevant prestigious journals and have sufficient conversational ability in English to prevent difficulties during their fellowship periods. The selection process will include an interview during which the candidate’s ability to converse in English will be tested. We reserve the right to request additional English proficiency testing as needed.

III. Duration of Fellowship 

KASI-York Fellowship Program can be on a 1 or 2-year appointment basis, with a possible extension up to a total of 3 years, which shall be determined by an evaluation of his or her research performance before the end of the contracted period. 

IV. Application Procedure 

Applicants should obtain and read carefully the KASI-York Fellowship Program announcement linked in an e-file at icapadmin@kasi.re.kr. Applications should be submitted by email. Regarding questions related to potential research projects for KYFP, we encourage applicants to contact principal researchers: 

  - Dr. Young-Jun Choi (yjchoi@kasi.re.kr), Director of Space Science Division, KASI

  - Dr. Gunho Sohn (gsohn@yorku.ca), ESSE Department, York University

All application documents must be submitted by August 31st, 2018.

V. Required Documents for Application

 - Curriculum vitae

 - Brief summary of past research or instrumentation experience (1 pg max)

 - Detailed future research plan, including objectives, purpose, methodology, content of research, research schedule and expecting research findings (3 pg max) 

 - Full list of publications, including detailed information for each

 - A minimum of three letters of reference 

 - List of potential York and KASI supervisors for the fellowship

Note that application documents should be in pdf format, and should be submitted through an email appointed by KASI-York Fellowship Program.

 - All documents must be typewritten in English. Documents written in any language other than English are not accepted. 

 - Submitted applications which are not satisfactory due to an omission of any required documents, accidentally or deliberately, will be automatically rejected. 

 - KASI-York Fellowship Program reserves the right to request additional documents if necessary. 

 - All documents received will become the property of the KASI-York Fellowship Program and will not be returned to applicants. 

 - All applications received will be acknowledged by KASI-York University Secretariat Office. 

VI. Stipend

The annual stipend will start at $60,000 Canadian Dollars depending on qualifications and experience. 

All applicants should be aware of that financial support is solely for individuals and does not cover his/her dependent or family. 

Under no circumstances is any part of the fellowships transferable to any other persons. 

V. KASI and CRESS 

As the national research institute for astronomy since 1974, KASI has carried out research activities, especially by developing, establishing, and operating medium- and large-sized observational facilities and instruments and has laid the foundation for the advance of science. Solidifying scientific capabilities in research and on telescopes, KASI undertakes its efforts toward a higher level of the global network of research cooperation. The three research divisions (Optical Astronomy, Radio Astronomy and Space Science) and the three research centers (Center for Large Telescope, Center for Theoretical Astronomy, Center for SMEs Partnership) have been newly set up, securing spontaneous ideas and each research project and enhancing the cooperation and the flexibility of the researchers. 

KASI space weather group deals with scientific investigations of the Sun-Earth connection, thus studying the solar activity and the physics of Earth’s magnetosphere, ionosphere, and upper atmosphere by applying experimental and theoretical methods and numerical simulations. Recently, this group started new space projects. One is the small satellite mission named SNIPE (Small scale magNetospheric and Ionospheric Plasma Experiment), and the other is the development of Solar Coronagraph on the ISS (International Space Station). 

KASI planetary science group is one of leading research institutes in South Korea for Korean lunar exploration mission. For supporting this challenging space mission, KASI is developing engineering models of cutting-edge space payloads including a near-infrared spectrometer, gamma-ray, and neutron spectrometer. With these payloads, KASI is investigating the presence of water ice on the Moon and physical properties on the surface of the airless body including lunar chronology, space weathering and lunar cratering. 

The Space Astronomy Group research mainly on the Cosmic Infrared backgrounds from the early universe, and Galactic interstellar medium, based on the various observational data obtained in the space. The group has successfully launched several instruments on satellite and rocket: FIMS (Far-ultraviolet Imaging Spectrograph), MIRIS (Multi-purpose IR Imaging System), CIBER (Cosmic Infrared Background Experiment), and NISS (Near-infrared Imaging Spectrometer for Star formation history). The group takes part in international space telescope projects such as MESSIER, SPHEREx, and WFIRST, to enhance group’s capability for the long-term goal of building Korean 1m-class space telescope.

More detailed information on KASI can be found: 

· Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute: https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/index

· Space Science Division at KASI: https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/pageView/67

The Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS) is an interdisciplinary research unit in Lassonde School of Engineering at York University. The current areas of research cover a broad range of topics in earth and space science, from geodynamics to the study of the earth's troposphere, the stratosphere, mesosphere and thermosphere, and the earth's plasma environment. It also includes research on planetary atmospheres, on stars (including the sun), and on the interplanetary medium. CRESS is involved in numerous Canadian, NASA, and international spaceflight projects including the NASA OSIRIS-REx mission for planetary exploration and Phoenix mission to Mars. CRESS involves faculty from the Departments of Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth, and Space Science and Engineering and Physics & Astronomy. Some current highlights include: 

· The Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS): http://www.yorku.ca/cress

· The Lassonde School of Engineering, York University: http://lassonde.yorku.ca/

IV. Potential Supervisor

The applicant should select York and KASI supervisors each.

· KASI

 - Young-Jun Choi (Space Science Division/Planetary Science Group, yjchoi@kasi.re.kr)

    Payload design for lunar mission, Planetary science

 - Jaejin Lee (Solar and Space Weather Group, jjlee@kasi.re.kr)

   Cubesat and Science Payload development, Magnetosphere and Ionosphere data analysis

 - Woong-Seob Jeong (Space Astronomy Group, jeongws@kasi.re.kr)

   Space Astronomy payload development, Optics design (ray tracing and stray light analysis), Mechanical Design (Thermal analysis and application)

 - Yeon-han Kim (Solar and Space Weather Group, yhkim@kasi.re.kr)

    ISS Coronagraph Development, Solar Physics

 · York

- Refer to CRESS members list: http://cress.info.yorku.ca/third-page/ or,

- Contact Dr. Paulina Karwowska-Desaulniers (paulina.karwowska-desaulniers@lassonde.yorku.ca) for more information 

I. Introduction

KASI-York Fellowship Program (KYFP) is one of the joint research projects under a collaboration agreement for achieving shared goals in the field of astronomy, astrophysics and space science between Korea Astronomy and Space Institute (KASI), a national research institute of Republic of Korea dedicated to astronomy and related research, and the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS), Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, an university incorporated under The York University Act, 1965.  

With the support of KASI and Lassonde School of Engineering, York University, KYFP Program is offered to prominent Korean and/or international scholars at the postdoctoral level to enhance their further research. The KYPF Program is in particular aimed at researchers in the areas of (but not limited to) space weather, planetary science, space payload development, and space engineering. 

Each candidate expected to work equal time at each institution with a minimum of one year of his or her tenure at the York University and the remaining period at KASI.

We encourage applications from broad fields of space science and engineering, although preference will be given to researchers with research interests common to those of KASI and CRESS at Lassonde School of Engineering, and particularly relevant to the following areas: 

- Space Weather

- Planetary science

- Small satellite engineering and payload development

II. Eligibility Requirement 

KASI-York Fellowship Program applicants can be of any nationality and must have obtained their Ph.D. in Earth Science, Atmospheric Science, Astronomy, Space Science, and Space Engineering, or equivalent degree in the related fields.

Applicants must demonstrate his/her strong publication record in relevant prestigious journals and have sufficient conversational ability in English to prevent difficulties during their fellowship periods. The selection process will include an interview during which the candidate’s ability to converse in English will be tested. We reserve the right to request additional English proficiency testing as needed.

III. Duration of Fellowship 

KASI-York Fellowship Program can be on a 1 or 2-year appointment basis, with a possible extension up to a total of 3 years, which shall be determined by an evaluation of his or her research performance before the end of the contracted period. 

IV. Application Procedure 

Applicants should obtain and read carefully the KASI-York Fellowship Program announcement linked in an e-file at pdf@lassonde.yorku.ca or icapadmin@kasi.re.kr. Applications should be submitted by email. Regarding questions related to potential research projects for KYFP, we encourage applicants to contact principal researchers: 

- Dr. Kyungsuk Cho (kscho@kasi.re.kr), Director of Space Science Division, KASI

- Dr. Gunho Sohn (gsohn@yorku.ca), ESSE Department, York University

All application documents must be submitted by May 31, 2017, at the latest. 

V. Required Documents for Application

- Curriculum vitae

- Brief summary of past research or instrumentation experience (1 pg max)

- Detailed future research plan, including objectives, purpose, methodology, content of research, research schedule and expecting research findings (3 pg max) 

- Full list of publications, including detailed information for each

- A minimum of three letters of reference 

- List of potential York and KASI supervisors for the fellowship

Note that application documents should be in A4 and pdf format, and should be submitted through an email appointed by KASI-York Fellowship Program.

- All documents must be typewritten in English. Documents written in any language other than English are not accepted. 

- Submitted applications which are not satisfactory due to an omission of any required documents, accidentally or deliberately, will be automatically rejected. 

- KASI-York Fellowship Program reserves the right to request additional documents if necessary. 

- All documents received will become the property of the KASI-York Fellowship Program and will not be returned to applicants. 

- All applications received will be acknowledged by KASI-York University Secretariat Office. 

VI. Stipend

The annual stipend will start at $60,000 Canadian Dollars depending on qualifications and experience. 

All applicants should be aware of that financial support is solely for individuals and does not cover his/her dependent or family. 

Under no circumstances is any part of the fellowships transferable to any other persons. 

V. KASI and CRESS 

As the national research institute for astronomy since 1974, KASI has carried out research activities, especially by developing, establishing, and operating medium- and large-sized observational facilities and instruments and has laid the foundation for the advance of science. Solidifying scientific capabilities in research and on telescopes, KASI undertakes its efforts toward a higher level of the global network of research cooperation. The three research divisions (Optical Astronomy, Radio Astronomy and Space Science) and the three research centers (Center for Large Telescope, Center for Theoretical Astronomy, Center for SMEs Partnership) have been newly set up, securing spontaneous ideas and each research project and enhancing the cooperation and the flexibility of the researchers. 

KASI space weather group deals with scientific investigations of the Sun-Earth connection, thus studying the solar activity and the physics of Earth’s magnetosphere, ionosphere, and upper atmosphere by applying experimental and theoretical methods and numerical simulations. Recently, this group started new space projects. One is the small satellite mission named SNIPE (Small scale magNetospheric and Ionospheric Plasma Experiment), and the other is the development of Solar Coronagraph on the ISS (International Space Station). 

KASI planetary science group is one of leading research institutes in South Korea for Korean lunar exploration mission. For supporting this challenging space mission, KASI is developing engineering models of ting-edge space payloads including a near-infrared spectrometer, gamma-ray, and neutron spectrometer. With these payloads, KASI is investigating the presence of water ice on the Moon and physical properties on the surface of the airless body including lunar chronology, space weathering and lunar cratering. 

The Space Astronomy Group research mainly on the Cosmic Infrared backgrounds from the early universe, and Galactic interstellar medium, based on the various observational data obtained in the space. The group has successfully launched several instruments on satellite and rocket: FIMS (Far-ultraviolet Imaging Spectrograph), MIRIS (Multi-purpose IR Imaging System), CIBER (Cosmic Infrared Background Experiment), and NISS (Near-infrared Imaging Spectrometer for Star formation history). The group takes part in international space telescope projects such as MESSIER, SPHEREx, and WFIRST, to enhance group’s capability for the long-term goal of building Korean 1m-class space telescope.

More detailed information on KASI can be found: 

The Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS) is an interdisciplinary research unit in Lassonde School of Engineering at York University. The current areas of research cover a broad range of topics in earth and space science, from geodynamics to the study of the earth's troposphere, the stratosphere, mesosphere and thermosphere, and the earth's plasma environment. It also includes research on planetary atmospheres, on stars (including the sun), and on the interplanetary medium. CRESS is involved in numerous Canadian, NASA, and international spaceflight projects including the NASA OSIRIS-REx mission for planetary exploration and Phoenix mission to Mars. CRESS involves faculty from the Departments of Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth, and Space Science and Engineering and Physics & Astronomy. Some current highlights include: CSA Group Achievement Award for leadership in the Wind Imaging Interferometer project; M. Richer, graduate student of Professor McCall, nominated for the doctoral thesis prize and awarded the Plaskett Medal of the Canadian Astronomical Society for 1995; NASA Group Achievement Award for contributions to the Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite mission; OMEE Award for Excellence in Research and Technology Development to professors Hastie, Shepson and McConnell; Professor Marshall McCall discovers two new galaxies located nearby to our own galaxy, the Milky way. An award from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation to Professor McConnell has provided high-performance computers for atmospheric modeling of air quality, and a laboratory on the roof of the Petrie Science and Engineering Building. A CFI award to Professor Quine has provided space test facilities; a vibration test facility, and a thermal vacuum facility. 

In 2015, CRESS (Professor Michael Daly, York Research Chair in Planetary Science) received more than $1.3 million in funding to build a Canadian Planetary Simulator (CAPS) facility. The Canadian Planetary Simulator will allow the simulation and investigation of extreme terrestrial and other planetary environments as well as the development and testing of instruments suited to these environments. The simulator is the only one of its kind known - a combination of capable integrated instruments with a capable environmental simulator. It will allow Canadian universities to lead high profile research in planetary and instrument science and provide Canadian companies with competitive advantages in the development of instrumentation. Daly will lead a team of scientists from York University, as well as collaborators from eight companies and ten other universities on the project.

Also, the members at the CRESS (Professors Tom McElroy and Regina Lee) receive more than $1.68 million in funding to establish a state-of-the-art research facility for designing, building, characterizing and operating instruments and payloads for sub-orbital missions. The facility will support end-to-end mission development for cost-effective, orbital and sub-orbital platforms: nanosatellites, suborbital rockets, high-altitude balloons, and airplanes. The facility will comprise: (1) a micro-fabrication laboratory optimized for the production of Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) payloads; (2) a payload calibration and flight test-bed for systems integration and space-qualification; and (3) a mission operations center for real-time data analysis, satellite tracking, and communications.

More detailed information on CRESS can be found: 

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Korea. It conducts front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space sciences, develops astronomical instruments, and operates facilities in Korea and overseas. For further details, please visit www.kasi.re.kr/eng/index.

Center for Theoretical Astronomy, KASI, looks for creative and outstanding researchers for Junior Research Leader (JRL) positions in the field of computational astrophysics. The scientific scopes include studies of computation-intensive problems (Newtonian/relativistic hydrodynamics/magnetohydrodynamics, PIC, radiative transfer, N-body, and etc.) for various astrophysical objects, ranging from planets, stars, compact objects, galaxies, AGN, to clusters of galaxies, as well as developments of common computational tools (various codes, visualization, etc.). Outstanding candidates in all fields of computational astrophysics are encouraged to apply for the positions. Successful candidates will carry out original research of own interests.

The position is offered for 5 years (initially for 3 years and for 2 more years after evaluation) with a possibility of continuation based on performance. The salary is comparable to that of Junior faculty, and is commensurate with qualifications. Funds for research expenses of about US $ 20,000 per year as well as those to hire a postdoctoral researcher are provided. Additional funds for further research expenses, postdoctoral researchers, students, and etc may be applied for through the KASI research programs as well as the programs of the NRF (National Research Foundation) of Korea. 

Interested persons should send the followings to hradmin@kasi.re.kr: the form (Application Form for Junior Research Leader, CV, Research Plan) downloadable at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/post/eng_jobopening and three or more letters of reference. Applicants must have a PhD in astronomy or a related field at the time of appointment. Applications received by February 28, 2017 will be given due consideration. The expected stating date is July 1, 2017, which is negotiable. For further inquiries, please contact ryu@kasi.re.kr (Dongsu Ryu, Director of Center for Theoretical Astronomy).

The KASI-Arizona Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship for Advanced Study in Astronomy and Astrophysics

○ Department:  Steward Observatory

○ Location:  Main Campus

○ Position Summary

Applications are solicited for the KASI-Arizona Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship.  The duration of the Program shall be four (4) years, beginning with two (2) years at Steward Observatory, followed by two (2) years at KASI (Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute) in Daejeon, Korea. The Fellow will move to KASI at the beginning of third (3rd) year in the Program, with relocation support covered by the program, subject to KASI rules.

This postdoctoral fellowship provides an opportunity for an exceptional recent Ph.D. recipient to pursue a program of research in any area of theoretical or observational astronomy or astrophysics.  Preference will be given to proposed research activities that promote collaboration between KASI and Steward Observatory.  Applicants are required to identify a faculty/research staff at each institution as a mentor and to get an endorsement letter from them.

The Fellow will have access to all the resources and facilities of both Parties regardless of the work place assignment during the four years.  During the 4-year duration the fellow will be affiliated with both institutions, and will have access to facilities of both parties.

While at Steward Observatory, the Fellow will receive an annual salary of $55,000 USD, as well as benefits including health insurance for the Fellow and the accompanying dependent family members, a competitive level of research fund that covers the purchase of computer(s), travel, and related research expenses, as well as reasonable relocation expenses. 

While at KASI, the Fellow will be awarded an annual stipend of about 50M KRW subject to change according to KASI rules. This includes benefits, such as national health insurance for the Fellow and the accompanying dependent family members. The fellow will receive a competitive level of  annual research fund (about 10M-15M KRW) that covers the Fellow’s research activities.

Additional information about Steward Observatory is found starting on its homepage, https://www.as.arizona.edu.  Information about KASI is found at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/index.

Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD in Astronomy or a related field within 5 years before the starting date of the Fellowship.  They must have demonstrated English language proficiency, and eligibility to get a visa appropriate for the Fellowship (if necessary) from both the USA and Korea.

Applicants will be considered without regard to US or Korean citizenship or national origin.  The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA employer – M/W/D/V.

○ Special Instructions to Applicant

A complete application requires the following by December 2nd, 2016

 1) Electronic submission (in a single PDF file) of CV, list of publications, description of current and proposed research (5-page limit for research statement), names of three references, and names of prospect mentor at each institution, to the KASI-Arizona Fellowship Committee at egericke@email.arizona.edu and kgmtfellow@kasi.re.kr
 2) Letters of reference sent electronically in PDF format from three persons familiar with the applicant’s ability and potential to egericke@email.arizona.edu and to kgmtfellow@kasi.re.kr.
 3) Letters of endorsement sent electronically in PDF format from a faculty/research staff at each institution to egericke@email.arizona.edu and to kgmtfellow@kasi.re.kr.
 4) In addition, online submission (required fields only) for Job #20254 at the University of Arizona human resources website, http://www.hr.arizona.edu.

Contact information for any inquiry: egericke@email.arizona.edu(for Arizona), kgmtfellow@kasi.re.kr (for KASI)

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space sciences, develop astronomical instruments, and operate facilities in Korea and overseas. For further details, please visit ww.kasi.re.kr/eng/index.

The KASI has recently launched Computational Astrophysics Program with a plan to establish Computational Astrophysics Group under the Center for Theoretical Astronomy. The scientific scopes of the group include studies of computation-intensive problems (gas dynamics, MHD, PIC, radiative transfer, N-body, and etc.) for various astrophysical objects, ranging from planets, stars, and galaxies, to cosmology, as well as set-ups of common computational tools (various codes, visualization, etc.).

We are currently looking for a creative and outstanding researcher for Junior Research Leader (JRL) position in the field of computational astrophysics. The position was created to model after the Junior Research Group (JRG) Leader position of MPG (Max Planck Society) in Germany. Outstanding candidates in all fields of computational astrophysics are encouraged to apply for the position.

The position is offered for 5 years (initially for 3 years and for 2 more years after evaluation) with a possibility of continuation based on performance. The salary is competitive, above the post-doctoral level, and is commensurate with qualifications. Funds for research expenses of about US $ 20,000 per year as well as those to hire a postdoctoral researcher are provided. Additional funds for further research expenses, postdoctoral researchers, students, and etc may be available through applications to the KASI research programs as well as to the programs of the NRF (National Research Foundation) of Korea. The successful candidate will carry out original research of his/her interests. For further inquiries, please contact ryu@kasi.re.kr (Dongsu Ryu, Director of Center for Theoretical Astronomy).

Interested persons should send the followings to hradmin@kasi.re.kr: the form (Application Form for Junior Research Leader, CV, Research Plan) downloadable at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/post/eng_jobopening and three or more letters of reference. Applicants must have a PhD in astronomy or a related field at the time of appointment. Applications received by July 31, 2016 will be given due consideration, but will also continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The expected stating date is October 1, 2016, which is negotiable.

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space sciences, develop astronomical instruments and operate facilities in Korea and overseas. For further details, please visit www.kasi.re.kr/eng/index.
  

We are currently looking for creative and outstanding researchers for Junior Research Leader (JRL) positions. The position was created to model after the Junior Research Group (JRG) Leader position of MPG (Max Planck Society) in Germany and APCTP (Asia Pacific Center for Theoretical Physics) in Korea. The position is initially offered for 3 years with a possibility of continuation based on performance. The salary will be competitive, corresponding to that of an exceptional Assistant Professor in Korean universities.
     

 Interested persons should send the followings to hradmin@kasi.re.kr: the forms (Application Form for Junior Research Leader, CV, Research Plan) downloadable at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/post/eng_jobopening and three or more letters of reference. Applicants must have a PhD in astronomy or a related field at the time of appointment. Applications received by April 30, 2016 will be given due consideration, but will also continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The expected ing date is July 1, 2016, which is negotiable.

Fields :
1. Computational Astrophysics
2. All Areas of Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Sciences

1. Computational Astrophysics
As of January 2016, the KASI has launched Computational Astrophysics Program with a plan to establish Computational Astrophysics Group under the Center for Theoretical Astronomy. The scientific scopes of the group include studies of computation-intensive problems (gas dynamics, MHD, PIC, radiation transfer, N-body, data processing, and etc.) for various astrophysical objects, ranging from planets, stars, and galaxies, to cosmology, as well as set-ups of common computational tools (various codes, visualization, computing/data center, etc.).
   Outstanding candidates in all fields of computational astrophysics are encouraged to apply for the position. Funds for research expenses of about US $ 20,000 per year as well as those to hire a postdoctoral researcher will be provided. Additional research funds for further postdoctoral researchers, students, and etc may be available through the KASI research programs. The successful candidate will carry on independent research of his/her interests. In addition, he/she will help and play a role in instituting Computational Astrophysics Group.
   For further inquiries, please contact ryu@kasi.re.kr (Dongsu Ryu, Director of Center for Theoretical Astronomy). Applications for this position will be also considered for regular postdoctoral positions for Computational Astrophysics Group.

2. All Areas of Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Sciences
The KASI invites applications for JRL Positions in optical astronomy, radio astronomy, space sciences, theoretical astronomy/astrophysics. The successful candidates are expected to conduct research independently or in collaboration with the KASI faculty. They will have full access to all the resources and facilities of the KASI. The KASI’s resources and facilities include the Gemini and the MMT through K-GMT Science Program (~15 nights per semester), 1.8-m Bohyunsan optical telescope, 1.0-m Mt. Lemmon optical telescope, IGRINS, KVN, KaVA, TRAO 14-m telescope, ALMA through East Asia Region, and the JCMT through East Asia Observatory. The salary and research supports comparable to those for the JRL of computational astrophysics will be offered,
  

Inquiries of these positions may be addressed to hradmin@kasi.re.kr.