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No. 11637
Predoctoral Fellowships 2001-02
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
URL: cfa-www.harvard.edu/predoc

Attention: Dale Alianiello

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex or national origin. AAE/EOE.

No. 11702
Director of Educational Activities
AMERICAN ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY
2000 Florida Avenue, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20009

Attention: Dr. Robert W. Milkey, Executive Officer

The Applicant must have a doctoral degree in astronomy, or a closely related field, together with strong interest in practical and theoretical issues in astronomy education and a commitment to working on these issues. He/she must also have demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills, and have direct experience in astronomy education at the graduate or undergraduate level. Experience with K through 12 education would be an added advantage. Ideally, the candidate should have an interest in, and knowledge of, national and state policy issues concerning science education, curricula and funding, as well as familiarity with the people involved in and the process of research on science education. Since the AAS is heavily reliant on Web and Internet communications, experience with this technology would also be advantageous.

The AAS encourages women and minority candidates to apply.

Applications should include information on educational background and relevant experience as well as an indication of salary expectations. These should be sent to Dr. Robert W. Milkey Executive Officer, at the above address.

We will start consideration of applications 1 February 2001. AAE/EOE.

No. 11760
Observational Astronomer
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-KINGSVILLE
MSC 175
Kingsville, TX 78363
Tel: 361-593-2618
FAX: 361-593-2184
Email Inquiries: D-Suson@tamuk.edu

Attention: Dr. Daniel Suson, Chairman, Physics Department

No. 11778
Faculty Position in Astrophysics
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE
Vic. Mackenna 4860
Macul
Santiago 22, RM Casilla 306
Chile
Tel: 56-2-686-4940
FAX: 56-2-686-4948
Email Submission Address: job@astro.puc.cl
Email Inquiries: linfante@astro.puc.cl

Attention: Leopoldo Infante, Director, Dept. Astronomy and Astrophysics

The successful candidate is expected to join the research and teaching activities of the Department and to strongly interact with students. Presently, the Department includes seven faculty and seven postdocs doing research in areas of observational and theoretical cosmology, extragalactic and stellar astrophysics. We are interested in developing the Department particularly in areas related to mm-radio astronomy and theory. However, applicants from all areas of astrophysics are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will have access to the 10% of all the telescope time in Chile, including VLT, Gemini, Megellan, and ALMA telescopes. Teaching duties are in astronomy and physics, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates able to teach in Spanish within a year. Further information can be obtained at http://www.astro.puc.cl or from L. Infante (linfante@astro.puc.cl).

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and a description of research and teaching interests before 31 March 2001, preferably by e-mail. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be sent before the deadline directly to Prof. Leopoldo Infante, Director, at the above address (job@astro.puc.cl).

No. 11783
Postdoctoral Research Positions
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DE CHILE
Casilla 306
Santigo 22
Chile
Email Inquiries: postdoc@astro.puc.cl

Attention: Professor Leopoldo Infante

These include observational and theoretical cosmology, groupings of galaxies on all scales from pairs to superclusters, galaxy formation and evolution, Galactic structure, microlensing, stellar populations and evolution, neutron stars, and supernovae.

The best applicants, who must have received their PhD after 1 January 1999, will be sponsored in their applications for postdoctoral research grants from the national fund for science and technology, FONDECYT, and the ESO-Chile astronomy committee.

The grants provide salary and research funds to work at the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics for up to three years, starting April or September 2002.

During this period, fellows may apply for the 10\% Chilean time share at all the telescopes located in the country, including the VLTs, Gemini, and Magellan, all progressively coming into operation, in addition to the other telescopes at La Silla, CTIO, and Las Campanas observatories.

Information about the Department is available at {http://www.astro.puc.cl}.

Applicants should send, before 31 March 2001, and preferably by e-mail, their CV, publication list, statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Professor Leopoldo Infante, at the above address.

No. 11784
Postdoctoral Research Associate
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Dept. of Physics & Astronomy
Street: Tyler Mall PSF-470
Tempe, AZ 85287-1504
Tel: 480- 965- 7143
FAX: 480-965-7954
Email Inquiries: Rogier.Windhorst@asu.edu
URL: oposite.stsci.edu/pubinfo/PR/96/29.html

Attention: Rogier A. Windhorst, Professor of Astronomy

The successful applicant will be involved in Cycle 9--10 HST projects at ASU, such as the mid-UV morphology of nearby galaxies as template for accurate high-redshift galaxy classifications, or the STIS parallel search for the Hydrogen reionization edge, a faint uniform signal in the integrated background leftover from the epoch of reionization.

Opportunities to conduct astronomical research at ASU are excellent. ASU has access to the Steward Observatory facilities, including the new 6.5m MMT at Mt Hopkins, the 2.3m Steward, 1.5m Catalina, and 1.8m VATT telescopes, and starting in 2002 also the two 6.5m Magellan telescopes in Chile and 2x8.5m Large Binocular Telescope at Mt Graham.

Applicants must send their CV plus statement of research interests to Professor R. Windhorst at the above address. Deadline is 31 January 2001 (or the 15th or last day of each month thereafter until filled). Applicants should have at least three letters of reference sent by that date, as well as (p)reprints of their work. AAE/EOE.

No. 11792
Software Developers
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street MS 17
Cambridge, MA 02138
Email Submission Address: saoresumes@cfa.harvard.edu
URL: http://cfa-www.harvard.edu

Attention: Jean Jesensky, Human Resources Specialist

Responsibilities: Interact with scientists to acquire and understand specifications, develop and test software, use software configuration tools for code management, and conform to project coding standards.

Requirements: Experience in C/C++ in a UNIX environment and established skills in Perl and shell programming and familiarity with software tools such as software debuggers and code checkers. Candidates for our Archive team must possess experience in SQL and relational databases.

View the complete vacancy announcement for this position at http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/hr/postings/20-41.htm.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a stimulating environment. Interested candidates should forward their resume to the above address.

No. 11793
Data Specialists
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street MS 17
Cambridge, MA 02138
Email Submission Address: saoresumes@cfa.harvard.edu
URL: http://cfa-www.harvard.edu

Attention: Jean Jesensky, Human Resources Specialist

The Data Specialists will provide support of astrophysical research on data obtained by NASA's Chandra. Launched in 1999, Chandra is a large, orbiting x-ray telescope which searches the universe for x-rays from high energy sources such as black holes, quasars, and supernova remnants. The CXC supports ground and flight calibration of the Chandra telescope and science instruments, generates the observing program, supports proposal preparation, and receives, processes, and distributes the Chandra data.

Duties may include specifying, testing, writing, modifying, debugging, and/or documenting software for data analysis, proposal planning, mission planning, simulations and modeling; running software and analyzing data output; developing and analyzing algorithms; developing and maintaining databases; drafting and maintaining materials for web sites; and providing support to users via personal interaction and email.

To qualify, candidates should possess, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree (or comparable experience), with a major in computer science or related field, or a major in astronomy, physics or a related field which included computer-related course work. Experience in computer operations and/or software development, ideally in a UNIX environment, is required. Knowledge of astronomy, physics, C/C++, data analysis, and/or HTML is a plus. A combination of experience and education will be considered.

For more detailed information about these positions, please view http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/hr/postings/20-22.htm and http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/hr/postings/21-24.htm.

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a stimulating environment. Interested candidates should forward their resume or curriculum vitae to the above address.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace.

No. 11809
Researcher in Astronomy
INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ASTROFISICA, ELECTRONICA, Y OPTICA
Apartado Postal 51 y 216
Puebla, Puebla 72000
Mexico
Tel: ++52-2-247-2011
FAX: ++52-2-247-2231
Email Submission Address: dhughes@inaoep.mx and wwall@inaoep.mx
URL: http://www.inaoep.mx/~astrofi/ad2000.txt

Attention: David Hughes and William Wall, Doctor

The Instituto Nacional de Astrofisica Optica y Electronica (INAOE) is seeking candidates for three research positions (tenure-track level) in Astrophysics and several postdoc positions. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in millimetre-wave Observational Cosmology and/or millimeter-wavelength instrumentation and general mm-wave observing experience, including molecular cloud observations. However, candidates with expertize in other fields are also encouraged to apply.

INAOE is currently engaged in a joint collaboration with the University of Massachusetts to develop and build the Gran Telescopio Milimetrico - Large Millimeter Telescope (GTM/LMT) and its suite of instrumentation. The LMT is a single dish 50-meter telescope designed to perform at millimeter and submillimeter frequencies up to 350 GHz. Astronomers at INAOE will have significant access to the largest, most sensitive, most technologically advanced millimeter-wave telescope ever built. The LMT is currently under construction on Cerro La Negra, a high-altitude (4600m) ultra-dry site in the central Mexican state of Puebla.

Salaries are competitive by international standards. Please contact Dr. Miguel Chavez (mchavez@inaoep.mx) for details.

Applicants must send their full curriculum vitae, list of publications, and arrange for two reference letters to be sent to the following address Dr. David Hughes and Dr. William Wall at the above address.

No. 11810
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Observational Cosmology & Cryogenic Detector Development
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON
1150 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53706
Tel: 608-262-5916
FAX: 608-263-0361
Email Submission Address: timbie@wisp.physics.wisc.edu
Email Inquiries: timbie@wisp.physics.wisc.edu
URL: http://cmb.physics.wisc.edu

Attention: Peter Timbie, Associate Professor of Physics

No. 11812
Postdoctoral Researchers in X-ray Astronomy and Cryogenic Detector Development
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
1150 University Ave.
Madison, WI 53706
Tel: 608-262-5916
FAX: 608-263-0361
Email Submission Address: mccammon@wisp.physics.wisc.edu
Email Inquiries: mccammon@wisp.physics.wisc.edu
URL: http://wisp.physics.wisc.edu/xray/job

Attention: Dan McCammon, Professor-physics

No. 11817
Astrophysicist
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street MS 17
Cambridge, MA 02138
Email Submission Address: saoresumes@cfa.harvard.edu
URL: cfa-www.harvard.edu

Attention: Jean Jesensky, Human Resources Specialist

The successful applicant will work with Dr. Belinda Wilkes and Dr. Paul Green (ChaMP) and Professor Josh Grindlay (ChaMPlane) primarily with the optical imaging analysis groups for both extragalactic (ChaMP) and galactic (ChaMPlane) fields to develop and implement data reduction and analysis of the large amount of optical imaging data already in-hand. He/she will also assist in writing proposals and observing at NOAO, SAO and other telescopes as needed. The tasks of the successful candidate will also include interaction with the X-ray analysis team to identify optical counterparts and to assist in development of a database for the ChaMP and ChaMPlane surveys.

Candidates must posses a Masters or equivalent (Ph.D. is strongly preferred) in astronomy, physics, astrophysics, or a related field, or comparable experience. Candidates also should have experience in observation and analysis of optical CCD images, experience with surveys and catalogs, and a strong scientific interest in working in this area. Experience with data analysis at X-ray or other wavelengths is also desirable.

This position will be for two years initially, with possible extension subject to future funding levels.

For more detailed information, please view the complete vacancy announcement for this position at http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/hr/postings/21-21.htm.

Interested candidates should forward curriculum vitae, bibliography, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references to the above address.

ChaMP and ChaMPlane personnel will be available at the 197th AAS meeting in San Diego, CA to interview interested candidates.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace. AAE/EOE.

No. 11820
Faculty positions in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics
INSTITUTE OF ASTRONOMY, NATIONAL TSING HUA UNIVERSITY
101 Section 2 Kuang Fu Road
Hsinchu, 30013
Taiwan
Tel: 886-3-5719037
FAX: 886-3-5723052
Email Inquiries: chairman@phys.nthu.edu.tw
URL: http://www.phys.nthu.edu.tw/~astro/

Attention: Professor Cheng-Chung Chi, Chairman

No. 11821
Astronomical Research Fellow
SOUTH AFRICAN ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY
P O Box 9
Observatory
Cape Town, Western Province 8000
South Africa
Tel: 27-21-447-0025
FAX: 27-21-447-3639
Email Submission Address: linda@saao.ac.za
Email Inquiries: linda@saao.ac.za

Attention: Linda Tobin, Personnel Officer

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research fellowship at the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO). The appointment will be for two years, with a likely extension to a third year. Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in infrared and/or optical instrumentation.

The SAAO is the National Facility for optical/infrared astronomy in South Africa. Its headquarters are in Cape Town where the successful applicant will be based. Observing facilities, situated 360 km away at Sutherland, comprise four common user telescopes and a recently commissioned 1.4-m Infrared Survey Facility (IRSF) run in collaboration with Nagoya University, Japan. Construction of the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT), a 10-m class instrument, should be completed by 2004.

While the successful applicant will spend most of their time on research, they will also be encouraged to contribute to the SAAO's instrumentation or software development programmes as well as supporting visiting astronomers. More details of the SAAO, SALT and the current research interests of their staff are available at www.saao.ac.za and www.salt.ac.za.

SAAO is committed to Equity.

Applicants must have a PhD in astrophysics or a related subject. They should submit a curriculum vitae, with a statement of research and instrumentation interests to: The Personnel Officer, Ms Linda Tobin, at the above address. Applicants should also arrange for three professional referees to supply letters of recommendation to the same address by the due date of 1 March 2001.

No. 11822
Astronomer/Instrument Scientist
SOUTH AFRICAN ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY
P O Box 9
Observatory
Cape Town, Western Province 8000
South Africa
Tel: 27-21-447-0025
FAX: 27-21-447-3639
Email Submission Address: linda@saao.ac.za
Email Inquiries: linda@saao.ac.za

Attention: Linda Tobin, Personnel Officer

The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) seeks an astronomer with a strong interest in infrared/optical instrumentation.

The SAAO is the National Facility for optical/infrared astronomy in South Africa. Its headquarters are in Cape Town where the successful applicant will be based. Observing facilities, situated 360 km away at Sutherland, comprise four common-user telescopes and a recently commissioned 1.4-m Infrared Survey Facility (IRSF) run in collaboration with Nagoya University, Japan. Construction of the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT), a 10-m class instrument, should be completed by 2004.

The preferred applicant will have experience in working with near-infrared and/or optical CCD arrays. A PhD in astrophysics or a related subject is essential as she/he will also be expected to spend about 50% of their time on research. More details of SAAO, SALT and the current research interests of their staff are available at www.saao.ac.za and www.salt.ac.za.

SAAO is committed to Equity.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, with a statement of research and instrumentation interests to: The Personnel Officer, Ms Linda Tobin, at the above address. Applicants should also arrange for three professional referees to supply letters of recommendation to the same address by the due date of 1 March 2001.

No. 11823
Kirkwood Chair in Astronomy
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Department of Astronomy Swain Hall West 319
727 East 3rd Street
Bloomington, IN 47405-7105

Attention: Kent Honeycutt

This position will remain open until a candidate has been selected.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. AAE/EOE.

No. 11826
Postdoctoral Researcher In Neutrino Astrophysics
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN- MADISON
1150 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53706

Attention: Robert Morse, Professor

No. 11827
NRL-NRC Associateships in Infrared Astronomy
NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY
Remote Sensing Division, Code 7213
4555 Overlook Ave SW
Washington , DC 20375-5351
Tel: 202-767-0670 or 767-3058
FAX: 202-404-8894
Email Inquiries: carr@mriga.nrl.navy.mil or jfischer@irfp8.nrl.navy.mil
URL: www4.nationalacademies.org/osep/rap.nsf

Attention: Drs. John Carr or Jackie Fischer,

No. 11831
Postdoctoral Scholar in Young Stellar Populations/Circumstellar Disks
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
MS 105-24
Pasadena, CA 91125
Tel: 626-395-6587
FAX: 626-568-9352
Email Submission Address: lah@astro.caltech.edu

Attention: Lynne A. Hillenbrand

The application package should include a vita, list of publications, brief summary of research interests and experience, and the names of and contact information for at least three individuals familiar with the applicant's record. Receipt of the above materials by 5 March will ensure highest priority consideration, though later applications will be accepted. Salary will be commensurate with experience and competitive with other similar postdoctoral positions. The applicant should be ready to begin the appointment in the September/October time frame, negotiable.

Caltech's astronomical facilities include the Palomar Observatory, W.M. Keck Observatory, Owens Valley Radio Observatory, and Caltech Sub-millimeter Observatory. See [http://www.astro.caltech.edu] for additional information. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. AAE/EOE.

No. 11840
Postdoctoral Fellow
SPACE TELESCOPE SCIENCE INSTITUTE
3700 San Martin Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218
URL: www.stsci.edu

Attention: Human Resources

As part of this program, NASA has selected the Independent Detector Testing Laboratory (IDTL), jointly operated by STScI and JHU, and located on the JHU campus, to be the laboratory for verifying comparative performance between prototype NGST detectors developed by Rockwell and Raytheon. The IDTL is charged with the mission of obtaining the best possible measurements of infrared detector performance in an ultra-low background (<0.01 e¯/s/pixel) environment which is similar to the on-orbit environment to be experienced by NGST. To address this challenge, we have assembled a team of experts from around the world to design and execute these measurements. Our formal partners in this project include Rockwell, Raytheon, NOAO, Gemini, and ESO.

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position at the Space Telescope Science Institute to work with Dr. Donald Figer. The successful applicant will assist in characterizing infrared array detectors for the NGST; design and conduct experiments on 1-5 micron infrared array detectors manufactured by Rockwell and Raytheon and assist NGST scientists and engineers in performing design studies in support of the NGST mission.

Candidates must hold a PhD in astronomy, physics, electrical engineering or related field by date of appointment. Substantial experimental experience and some knowledge of electronic design, optical design, cryogenic technology, and computer programming is required. However, candidates with experience in any of these areas would be considered. Experience with infrared detectors is a plus. The initial appointment is for one year, renewable for up to three years depending on performance and continued funding. There are no restrictions on citizenship.

STScI, located on Johns Hopkins University Campus in Baltimore, Maryland, offers an excellent benefit package, competitive salaries, and a stimulating work environment. The minimum salary is $41,900; however, STScI’s pay is commensurate to the year of Ph.D.

Applicants should send a cover letter with position applying for, curriculum vitae, list of publications, and a brief statement of research interests, accomplishments, and relevant technical expertise to the address below. They should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the same address. Completed applications received by 16 March 2001 are assured of full consideration. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

No. 11847
Tenured Faculty Position and Directorship, Computational Astrophysics
SAINT MARY'S UNIVERSITY
Department of Astronomy and Physics
Halifax, N.S.
Canada
B3H 3C3
Tel: 902-420-5828
Email Inquiries: guenther@ap.stmarys.ca
URL: http://apwww.stmarys.ca/

Attention: Dr. David Guenther

No. 11854
Postdoctoral position in Star Formation
CEA SACLAY, SERVICE D'ASTROPHYSIQUE
Orme des Merisiers - Bat. 709
F-91191 Gif-sur-Yvette Cedex
France
Tel: 33-1-69-08-92-65
FAX: 33-1-69-08-65-77
Email Submission Address: pandre@cea.fr
Email Inquiries: pandre@cea.fr
URL: http://www-dapnia.cea.fr/Phys/Sap/

Attention: Philippe André, Dr.

The Astrophysics Department at CEA Saclay is a major space astrophysics laboratory, located about 20 km south-west of Paris, close to several other astronomy centers. In particular, the department led the development of the ISOCAM mid-infrared camera aboard ISO, and is involved in the EPIC X-ray camera of XMM, as well as in the two bolometer-array cameras of the future Far InfraRed and Submillimeter Telescope (FIRST).

In recent years, our group has focused on (sub)millimeter studies of the earliest stages of star formation including protostars and pre-collapse cloud cores, and on high-energy/magnetic processes affecting young stars and their environment. We are also involved in hydrodynamical simulations of cloud fragmentation and collapse. We seek candidates wishing to work on one of these topics.

We invite applications from people with observational or theoretical experience in young stellar objects, molecular clouds, or related fields. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and should be 35 or under at the time of appointment, be a national of a European Community member or associated state other than France, or have lived in the EC for at least five years before appointment, and not have lived in France for more than 12 of the 24 months prior to appointment. The starting date is flexible before the end of 2001. The net salary, after deductions, will be around 14000 FF (2150 Euros)/month.

Please send a CV, a list of publications and a statement of research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation before 15 March 2001. Later applications may also be considered. Informal inquiries are welcome.

No. 11855
Programmer/Scientist
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
Astronomy Department
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Tel: 301-405-2134
FAX: 301-314-9067
Email Submission Address: vogel@astro.umd.edu
Email Inquiries: vogel@astro.umd.edu
URL: bima.astro.umd.edu

Attention: Stuart Vogel, Professor

Research interests within the LMA include star formation, interstellar medium, galactic structure, extragalactic studies, solar and planetary astronomy, and mm/submm instrumentation. The University of Maryland is a partner in BIMA (Berkeley-Illinois-Maryland Association), which operates the BIMA millimeter interferometer, an array of ten antennas operating at frequencies from 28 to 280 GHz at resolutions as high as 0.2 arcseconds. AAE/EOE.

No. 11858
Postdoctoral Research Position in Antarctic Submillimeter Astronomy
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street
MS-78
Cambridge, MA 02138

Attention: Dr. Adair P. Lane

AST/RO is currently outfitted with heterodyne receivers at 230, 460-492, and 810 GHz; a new high-frequency 4-channel array receiver was installed in November 2000, providing significantly expanded capabilities. AST/RO is the first submillimeter telescope to exploit the uniquely transparent sky over the Antarctic plateau in winter and is open to the astronomical community on a proposal basis. This position provides a unique opportunity for both personal and collaborative research projects which can be conducted nowhere else. More information about the AST/RO project can be found at our Web site at http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/~adair/AST_RO.

A Ph.D. or equivalent technical experience is required. A good general understanding of astronomical instrumentation and familiarity with computer operations and software, cryogenics, and electronics are desirable. Ability to work independently is critical. AST/RO is operated under the aegis of CARA, the Center for Astrophysical Research in Antarctica. Applications, including a statement of research interests and relevant experience, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference, should be sent to Dr. Adair P. Lane at the above address before 31 March 2001. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. AAE/EOE.

No. 11859
Data Anlyst/Research Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Department of Astronomy
P.O. Box 3818
Charlottesville, VA 22903-0818

Attention: Steven R. Majewski

Applicants should submit a vita, a statement of research experience, and their bibliography. They should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent. The University of Virginia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Full consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than 4 May 2001, or until the position is filled. AAE/EOE.

No. 11860
Postdoctoral Position in Observational Radio Astronomy
MCGILL UNIVERSITY
Rutherford Physics Building
3600 University Street
Montreal, Quebec H3A 2T8
Canada
Tel: 514-398-6412
FAX: 514-398-3733
Email Submission Address: vkaspi@physics.mcgill.ca
Email Inquiries: vkaspi@physics.mcgill.ca
URL: www.physics.mcgill.ca/~vkaspi

Attention: Victoria Kaspi, Professor

McGill University is among Canada's premiere universities. Presently astrophysics topics studied at McGill, in addition to radio and X-ray observations of neutron stars, are ground-based gamma-ray astronomy (the STACEE collaboration), and a strong theory program in early universe physics and cosmology. McGill is English-language and is in the heart of downtown Montreal, a cosmopolitan city with a distinctly European flavor. Near McGill is University of Montreal, which also has an active astronomy program.

This position is for two years, possibly renewable to a third. Travel to observatories and conferences will be supported. Applicants must have a PhD by the start date in Sept 2001 and should mail a CV, statement of research interests, and arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent. Applications received before 28 February 2001 will receive priority.

Applications should be sent to Prof. V. Kaspi, at the above address.

No. 11861
Director o the Nordic Optical Telescope
TUORLA OBSERVATORY
21500 Piikkio
Finland
Tel: 358-2744258
FAX: 358-2433767
Email Inquiries: takalo@oj287.astro.utu.fi
URL: http://www.not.iac.es

Attention: Leo O. Takalo

The starting date for the position is 1 May 2002. The applicant should have an excellent research record in observational astronomy as well as a proven record of managerial experience in running an astronomical institute and/or observatory. Fluency in Spanish is helpful, but not required. Applications (5 copies) should include a detailed curriculum vitae and bibliography, including a summary of past research and managerial experience and such further documentation the applicant wishes to be considered. Furthermore, an outline should be included, detailing how the applicant intends to maintain and improve the performance of the telescope and instrumentation. Applications should be addressed to The NOT Council and sent to Dr L. Takalo at the above address. The closing date for the applications is 1 April 2001.

No. 11862
Astrophysicist
SMITHSONIAN ASTROPHYSICAL OBSERVATORY
60 Garden Street
MS 17
Cambridge, MA 02138
Email Submission Address: saoresumes@cfa.harvard.edu
Email Inquiries: gfabbiano@cfa.harvard.edu
URL: cfa-www.harvard.edu

Attention: Jean Jesensky, Human Resources Specialist

To qualify, candidates must possess, at a minimum, a Master's or equivalent degree in astronomy, physics, astrophysics, or a closely related field, or comparable experience. A Ph.D. is preferred. Candidates may have either an observational or a theoretical background, but must have demonstrated abilities in data analysis techniques and experience with X-ray data analysis.

For more detailed information, please view http://cfa- www.harvard.edu/cfa/hr/21-27.htm. Technical inquiries about the position may be made to Dr. G. Fabbiano at gfabbiano@cfa.harvard.edu.

The initial appointment is for up to two years, with the possibility of extension.

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a stimulating environment. Interested candidates should forward curriculum vitae, bibliography, a brief description of research interests, and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to the above address.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace. AAE/EOE.

No. 11863
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Astrophysics
MCGILL UNIVERSITY
3600 University Street
Rutherford Physics Building
Montreal, Quebec H3A 2T8
Canada
Tel: 514-398-6843
FAX: 514-398-8434
Email Submission Address: barrette@physics.mcgill.ca
Email Inquiries: barrette@physics.mcgill.ca
URL: http://www.physics.mcgill.ca/

Attention: Jean Barrette, Chair

We seek candidates with a proven record of excellence in research and who will strengthen or add to our existing research interests. Faculty members are currently active in radio, X-ray, and gamma-ray astronomy, with an emphasis on high-energy phenomena. However, candidates for this position can be from any field in astrophysics. Candidates are expected to have a capacity for excellence in teaching.

Applicants should submit a detailed curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching interests as well as a research plan. They should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to Professor Jean Barrette, Chair at the above address.

The deadline for the receipt of applications and letters of recommendation is 15 April 2001. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. McGill University is committed to equity in employment.

No. 11864
Director/Manager of Planetarium and Observatory
EL CAMINO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
16007 Crenshaw Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90506
Tel: 310-660-3476
Email Inquiries: mfrankli@elcamino.cc.ca.us

Attention: Human Resources

Minimum qualifications for Director - Master's degree and one year of formal leadership training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment.

Minimum qualifications for Teaching - Master's degree in Astronomy or Astrophyics OR Bachelor's degree in Astronomy or Astrophyics and a Master's degree in Physics, Engineering Mathematics or Geophysics.

Minimum qualifications for Manager - Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering and a minimum of twelve college units in Astronomy.

The position is a full-time, twelve month position. Opportunities to organize a science lecture series for the public, to submit articles to local and national science publications. El Camino College is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. AAE/EOE.

New Jobs This Month

No. 11867
Research Scientist
MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Center for Space Research
NE80-6023
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307

Attention: Dr. David Huenemoerder

The MIT group works closely with CXC calibration scientist and the HETG Instrument Principal Investigator team at MIT, with the MIT ACIS team and in collaboration with CXC scientists and programmers at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.

The candidate must have a strong background in observational astronomy, preferably in X-ray spectroscopy, and proven ability to conduct independent research. Substantial experience with data analysis techniques for imaging and/or spectroscopy is required: the primary task is to support the processing and analysis of the Chandra diffraction grating instruments, HETG and LETG.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, or closely related field. Qualified applicant should send their resumes and three letters of reference to Dr. David Huenemoerder at the above address. AAE/EOE.

No. 11868
Optical Image Analysis Research
GODDARD EARTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Technology Center
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
Tel: 301-286-7992
FAX: 301-286-0574
Email Submission Address: plotkin@umbc.edu
Email Inquiries: plotkin@umbc.edu
URL: www.umbc.edu/gest

Attention: Henry H. Plotkin, Associate Director

The OSCAR (Optical Systems Characterization and Analysis Research) project at GSFC researches, develops and applies parallel computational techniques to solve complex optical, imaging, and data analysis problems of interest to the NASA scientific and engineering communities. They involve the interplay of Computer Science, Image Processing, Optics, Applied Mathematics, Astronomy, and Earth Sciences. Computer resources will include a Beowulf cluster of hundreds of processors, a new Cray T3E, as well as workstations, PC’s and Macintoshes. The incumbent will study, model, simulate, and develop algorithms for wavefront sensing, optical control systems, interferometric and coronagraphic imaging systems for space applications. He will become directly involved in collaborating with scientists and engineers participating in NASA Space and Earth Science projects which may include the Next Generation Space Telescope, Terrestrial Planet Finder, and others.

Candidates must have excellent programming and numerical analysis skills and be well versed in applied mathematics and algorithm development. Parallel coding experience is desired, but not required. They should have had experience and understanding of one or more of the following: imaging science, image processing, and/or electro-optics, and have participated in developments for an aerospace environment.

No. 11869
University Lecturership in Astrophysics
OXFORD UNIVERSITY
Department of Astrophysics
Keble Road
OXFORD, OXON OX1 3RH
United Kingdom
Tel: 01-865-273302
FAX: O1-865-273390
Email Submission Address: sec@astro.ox.ac.uk
Email Inquiries: sec@astro.ox.ac.uk

Attention: , Departmental Secretary

The department of Physics proposes to appoint a University Lecturer in Astrophysics with effect from October 1, 2001 or as soon as possible thereafter. The combined University and College salary will be according to age on a scale up to £39,564 per annum Preference will be given to applicants with a strong background in theoretical cosmology. However, well-qualified candidates in other areas of astronomy are also encouraged to apply. The Lectureship is associated with a Tutorial Fellowship in Physics at New College. Oxford University has a wide-ranging research programme in astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology and particle astrophysics. Highlights include telescope instrumentation; the scientific activities of the UK Gemini Support Group; galaxy and quasar surveys, and observational studies of large scale structure star formation; stellar evolution, X-ray binary and supernova theory; dark matter and microlensing; galaxy formation and evolution; cosmic microwave background radiation and early universe theory; and radio galaxies. Oxford is a major node of PPARC's STARLINK computing network. A 128 node BEOWULF computer system will be installed in Spring 2001. Further particulars of the post and more information on the research programme may be obtained from http://www-astro.physics.ox.ac.uk. Applications including a statement of research interests and teaching experience, curriculum vitae, a list of up to ten major publications, and the names of three referees should be sent to arrive no later than 31 March 2001 to Departmental Secretary, at the above address. Not more than two of the referees should be from the same institution and they should all be asked to send letters of reference directly to Prof. J. Silk at the same address to arrive by the closing date. U.K. applicants should submit six copies of their application, while overseas applicants need only submit one copy.

No. 11870
Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Molecular Physics
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Department of Physics & Astronomy
Cedar Street
Athens, Georgia 30602-2451
Tel: 706-542-2885
FAX: 706-542-2492
Email Submission Address: stancil@physast.uga.edu
Email Inquiries: stancil@physast.uga.edu
URL: www.physast.uga.edu/~stancil/postdoc.htm

Attention: Phillip C. Stancil, Assistant Professor

The initial appointment is for one year, possibly renewable for a second or more years depending on available funding and progress. Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or related field. Inquires and applications, including a CV, statement of research interests, and the names and addresses (no letters at this time, please) of three references, should be addressed (electronically if possible) to Phillip Stancil at the above address.

The application deadline is 31 March 2001, but the search will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. AAE/EOE.

No. 11871
Post-Doctoral Position in Observational Planetary Astronomy
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario N6A 3K7
CANADA
Tel: 519-661-2111 x86458
FAX: 519-661-2033
Email Submission Address: pbrown@julian.uwo.ca
Email Inquiries: pbrown@julian.uwo.ca

Attention: Peter Brown, Assistant Professor

Candidates interested in additional information or wishing to apply are invited to submit a CV, a statement of research interests and contact details for three people willing to provide references before 30 March 2001 by email to Dr. Peter Brown (pbrown@julian.uwo.ca).

No. 11872
Senior Scientific Programmer
NATIONAL OPTICAL ASTRONOMY OBSERVATORY
P.O. Box 26732
Tucson, AZ 85726
FAX: 520-318-8494

Attention: Sandra Abbey

No. 11873
South Pole Winter-overs - AMANDA neutrino astronomy experiment
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON /SPACE SCIENCE & ENGINEERING CENTER
1150 University Ave.
Madison, WI 53706
Email Submission Address: morse@alizarin.physics.wisc.edu
Email Inquiries: morse@alizarin.physics.wisc.edu

Attention: Robert Morse, Professor

For more information, see the official Position Vacancy listings at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv38808.html http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv38809.html (which include application details), contact Bob Morse (morse@alizarin.physics.wisc.edu), or visit our website, http://amanda.berkeley.edu

No. 11874
Research Position in Theoretical/Computational Astrophysics
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Gallalee Hall
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
Tel: 205-348-5050
FAX: 205-348-5051
Email Submission Address: hardee@athena.astr.ua.edu
Email Inquiries: hardee@athena.astr.ua.edu

Attention: Philip E. Hardee, Professor

The sucessful candidate can spend time in residence either at the Physics & Astronomy Department on The University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa or at the National Space Science and Technology Center adjacent to the University of Alabama campus in Huntsville. The NSSTC consists of researchers from NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, the University of Alabama in Huntsville and the Universities Space Research Association.

A Ph.D. in astrophysics, astronomy or physics is required. Applicants should send vita, bibliography, statement of research interests, and names of three references to Prof. Philip E. Hardee at the above address, preferably before 30 April 2001. AAE/EOE.

No. 11875
NGLT Project Manager
LOWELL OBSERVATORY
1400 W. Mars Hill Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Tel: 520-774-3358
FAX: 520-774-6296
Email Submission Address: rlm@lowell.edu
Email Inquiries: rlm@lowel.edu

Attention: Robert L. Mills, Director

No. 11876
Research Associate
CARNEGIE INSTITUTION OF WASHINGTON
Department of Terrestrial Magnetism
5241 Broad Branch Road, N.W.
Washington, DC 20015-1305

Attention: Orgins Associateship

DTM has an active group of researchers in this area. Alan Boss and George Wetherill lead the theoretical effort to understand the formation and evolution of stellar and planetary systems, while Paul Butler is active in the search for extrasolar planets. Conel Alexander and Larry Nittler perform laboratory studies of pre-planetary materials. Other DTM staff members include astronomers John Graham and Vera Rubin, and planetary scientist Sean Solomon. Carnegie is a lead member institution of the NASA Astrobiology Institute. Theoretical calculations are performed on the Carnegie Alpha Cluster.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, experience with numerical hydrodynamics codes, and excellent computer skills. Applications should include a curriculum vita, a publication list, and three letters of reference to be sent directly to us by those familiar with your work. Applications should be submitted to the above address by 30 April 2001. EOE/AAE

No. 11877
Computing Analyst
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (CALTECH)
399 S. Holliston Avenue
M/C 153-84
Pasadena, CA 91125
Email Submission Address: jobs@hr.caltech.edu
URL: www.caltech.edu

Attention: Caltech Employment Department (Please reference PMA_2768)

Please send your resume referencing job code PMA_2768 to the above address. AAE/EOE.

No. 11878
Research Assistant(s) in Astrophysics
OXFORD UNIVERSITY
Keble Road
OXFORD
England OX1 3RH
United Kingdom
Tel: 01865 273352
FAX: 01865 273390
Email Submission Address: sr@astro.ox.ac.uk
Email Inquiries: sr@astro.ox.ac.uk

Attention: S. Rawlings, Dr. (please reference DB01002)

Research Support 1A salary scale, £16,775 to £25,213

The Sub-department of Astrophysics invites applications for one or two PPARC-supported postdoctoral research positions in Observational Cosmology available from 1October 2001. Further particulars of the post and more information on the research programme may be obtained from http://www-astro.physics.ox.ac.uk. Research interests of members of the department include: large scale structure, gravitational lensing, galaxies and star formation at high redshift, AGN as cosmological probes and the physics of AGN and their jets. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with a proven record of research in these or related areas. The postholder will be expected to teach up to three hours per week during term.

Appointments will be made for two years with a possible extension to three years with a starting salary within the salary range above depending on skills and experience. Applicants should send a letter of application quoting reference DB01002 supported by a full curriculum vitae and ask two referees to write by the closing date of 31 March 2001 to Dr S. Rawlings, at the above address.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No. 11879
Electronics Engineer
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (CALTECH)
399 S. Holliston
m/c 153-84
Pasadena, CA 91125 Email Submission Address: jobs@hr.caltech.edu
URL: www.caltech.edu

Attention: Caltech Employment Department (Please referenceJOB CODE PMA_2769)

Applicants must have a degree in engineering plus commensurate experience (Bachelors degree plus four years experience or Masters degree plus two years experience) designing and constructing instrument control systems. Familiarity with array-type detectors and controllers commonly used in optical and infrared astronomy and experience with computer-aided design and layout programs (ORCAD) is desirable.

Close date: 15 April 2001.

Please send your resume referencing JOB CODE PMA_2769 to the above address. Caltech is an AA/EOE employer. Women, minorities, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. AAE/EOE.

No. 11880
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Cosmology
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 2RD
United Kingdom
Tel: +44-115-951-5183
FAX: +44-115-951-5180
Email Submission Address: Melanie.Stretton@Nottingham.ac.uk
Email Inquiries: Peter.Coles@Nottingham.ac.uk
URL: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/physics/

Attention: Melanie Stretton, Mrs

The successful candidate will join our existing PDRAs and research students in a burgeoning cosmology program (led by Professor Peter Coles, Dr Steve Maddox and Dr Frazer Pearce) which encompasses both theory and observation. This activity benefits from close interaction with the other members of the astronomy group at Nottingham (Professor Merrifield, and Drs Peletier and Aragon-Salamanca) whose interests span the range of extragalactic astrophysics, from detailed analyses of individual galaxies to the large-scale structure of the Universe, and combines observational studies with detailed theoretical modelling (see http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/physics/).

Candidates should have (or be about to complete) a PhD in a theoretical cosmology. We welcome applicants with either analytic or numerical expertise (or both).

The post is available for up to three years from 1 April 2001 or as soon as possible thereafter. It is supported by PPARC and the salary is on the RA1A scale, which currently starts in the range (GBP) 16,775 to 18,731, depending on age and experience.

Informal enquiries about the position may be addressed to Prof P.Coles, (Peter.Coles@nottingham.ac.uk) or Steve Maddox (Steve.Maddox@nottingham.ac.uk).

Candidates should send a letter of application, a CV including a brief description of research interests, and should ask two referees to write directly to Melanie Stretton, at the above address.

The closing date for completed applications is 31 March 2001.

No. 11881
Computational Astrophysics
UNIVERSITY OF TÜBINGEN
Tübingen, 72076
Germany
Tel: +49-7071-29-74007
FAX: +49--7071-29-5094
Email Submission Address: kley@tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de
Email Inquiries: kley@tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de
URL: http://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de

Attention: Prof. Willy Kley

The topic of research will be in the field of Computational Astrophysics. The successful applicant will participate in the development of a programme for the solution of the equations of magnetohydrodynamics including radiation transport and self-gravitation.

Part of the work will include the parallelisation of the programme. A massively parallel PC-Cluster consisting of 192 individual processors is available within the group.

Astrophysical problems will include the study of turbulent accretion disks and the formation of planets.

The salary will be according to the German Public Service Tariffs (BAT IIa). Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applications should be sent until 15 April 2001 to Prof. Dr. Wilhelm Kley at the above address.

Informal inquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr. H. Klahr klahr@tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de or Prof. Dr. W. Kley, kley@tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de, Tel. +49 7071 29 74007

No. 11882
Assistant Professor of Astronomy (leave replacement)
WELLESLEY COLLEGE
Astronomy Dept.
106 Central St.
Wellesley, MA 02481
Tel: 781-283-3747
FAX: 781-283-3667
Email Submission Address: rfrench@wellesley.edu
Email Inquiries: rfrench@wellesley.edu
URL: www.astro.wellesley.edu

Attention: Richard G. French, Professor

The leave replacement position includes full benefits. Candidates should submit a letter of application describing relevant work and teaching experience, a vita, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three people who would be willing to write letters of recommendation upon our request. Review of applications will begin on 1 April 2001 and will continue until the position is filled.

Wellesley College encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans and candidates with disabilities. AAE/EOE.

No. 11883
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stellar Oscillations
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Carslaw Building (F07)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW 2006
Australia
Email Inquiries: bedding@physics.usyd.edu.au
URL: www.physics.usyd.edu.au/~bedding

Attention: The Personnel Officer, College of Sciences and Technology

Candidates must possess a PhD in astronomy or equivalent, show proven research ability, evidence of the potential for further development and evidence of ability to work co-operatively with others. Experience in developing and using software for reduction of astronomical data is essential.

Experience in stellar spectroscopy and/or photometry, particularly observations and analysis of stellar oscillations, is desirable, as are familiarity with IDL and expertise in time series analysis using Fourier transforms and related methods.

The position is full-time fixed term for one year, subject to the completion of a probation period for new appointees. There is the possibility of further offers of employment up to 1.5 years, subject to funding and need.

Applicants are encouraged to contact Tim Bedding before applying.

Remuneration Package: $42,567 - $57,767 p.a. (which includes a base salary Level A $35,970 - $48,814 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation).

Applications (five copies) should quote Reference no. A06/001263. They should address the selection criteria, and include a CV, a list of publications, and the names, addresses, e-mail, fax and phone number of three confidential referees. They should be sent to The Personnel Officer, at the above address.

The University is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the policies and principles of equal employment opportunity and cultural diversity. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment for financial or other reasons. AAE/EOE.

No. 11884
OAC VIRMOS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Observational Cosmology
OSSERVATORIO ASTRONOMICO DI CAPODIMONTE - NAPOLI
v. Moiariello 16
NAPOLI, I-80131
Italy
Tel: -39 081 5575569
FAX: -39 081 456710
Email Submission Address: gianni@na.astro.it
Email Inquiries: gianni@na.astro.it

Attention: Giovanni Busarello, Dr.

The duration of the fellowship is one year, and is renewable for a second year.

The applicant should have experience in extragalactic astronomy and, in particular, in observational cosmology. The successful applicant will work at the OAC in Napoli, and will join the OAC group that is involved in the (local) project "Evolution of the global properties of galaxies".

The aim of the OAC project is to study galaxy evolution in the framework of the VIRMOS survey through the evolution of the scaling laws (e.g. fundamental plane) and through the evolution of the population parameters (e.g. spectral indices and colors). The successful applicant will be involved in the first phases of the VIRMOS survey and will be asked to contribute to observations, data analysis and interpretation.

The gross salary will be commensurate to experience, and will be in the range from 20000 to 24000 Euro, together with a suitable travel budget and computing support (please notice that taxes in Italy amount to 20% of the gross salary for a fellowship).

The applicant should send the Curriculum Vitae, a list of publications, and three letters of reference at the above e-mail address within 30 April 2001 (please use the subject "OAC VIRMOS Fellowship 2001").

Further information may be requested via e-mail at the above address.

11885
Research Fellows in Theoretical Astrophysics
UNIVERSITY OF ST. ANDREWS
College Gate
North Street
St. Andrews KY16 9AJ
United Kingdom
Tel: +44-1334-462571
FAX: +44-1334-462570
Email Inquiries: Jobline@st-andrews.ac.uk

Attention: Personnel Services (Please quote reference SK077/9148/01)

Application packs and further particulars are available from Personnel Services at the above address. Please quote reference SK077/9148/01. Closing date 1April 2001. Completed application forms, an outline of research interests and capabilities relevant to the post, a curriculum vitae including a list of publications and three letters of reference, should reach us by 1 April 2001.

We regret that applications cannot be made by email. However, informal enquiries may be addressed to Ian Bonnell (iab1@st-andrews.ac.uk) or Phil Armitage (pja3@st-andrews.ac.uk).

No. 11886
Support Scientist Position
COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION
Goddard Space Flight Center
Code 690.2
Greenbelt, MD 20771

Attention: Ms. Mona Drexler

The successful candidate should posses an advanced degree in astronomy, physics, or a related field.

Major activities of this position are systems administration/network security, scientific programming, and the opportunity to do research connected with ongoing spaceflight missions.

Desirable skills and experience include:

* experience with systems administration functions in a Sun/UNIX environment
* scientific software development in Fortran, C, and IDL
* analysis and publication of data from spacecraft missions
* running large-scale Monte Carlo particle and photon transport codes
* development of websites

The candidate must be able to work well in a team environment.

Applicants should send a resume to the above address. The position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is found. For more information about careers at CSC, please visit our Website at http://www.csc.com. AAE/EOE.

No. 11887
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Astrophysics
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
202 Nicholson Hall
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-4001
Tel: 225-578-2262
FAX: 225-578-5855

Attention: William Metcalf, Chairman

No. 11888
FUSE Research Positions
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
151 Bloomberg
3400 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
Tel: 410- 516-4694
FAX: 410- 516-5494
Email Submission Address: fusepub@pha.jhu.edu
Email Inquiries: fusepub@pha.jhu.edu
URL: http://fuse.pha.jhu.edu

Attention: Sharon Tiebert, Administrator

No. 11889
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Stellar Astronomy
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
500 W. University
Dept. of Physics
El Paso, Texas 79968
Tel: 915-747-7529
FAX: 915-747-5447
Email Submission Address: verne@barium.physics.utep.edu

Attention: Verne V. Smith, Dr.

Desirable experience includes CCD spectroscopic and photometric observational data reduction techniques and general software experience with UNIX and/or LINUX, IRAF, or IDL. Applicants should send a curriculum vita, a discussion of relevant experience and interests, bibliography, and the names and e-mail addresses of three scientists who are familiar with the applicants work to Verne Smith, at the address listed above. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. AAE/EOE.

No. 11890
Postdoctoral Research Positions in Infrared Astronomy
MAX PLANCK INSTITUTE FOR RADIOASTRONOMY
Auf dem Huegel 69
Bonn, D - 53121
Germany
Tel: +49- 228- 525-243
FAX: +49-228-525-437
Email Submission Address: weigelt@mpifr-bonn.mpg.de
Email Inquiries: weigelt@mpifr-bonn.mpg.de
URL: http://www.mpifr-bonn.mpg.de/div/ir-int/

Attention: Gerd Weigelt, Prof.

• Star formation: multiplicity, disks, jets, and outflows of young stars
• Late stages of stellar evolution: stellar surface structure and circumstellar dust shells
• Circumnuclear structure of active galactic nuclei
• Radiative transfer modeling
• Infrared long-baseline interferometry with the GI2T, IOTA, and VLT interferometer

Review of applications will begin on 1 April 2001 and continue until the positions are filled. The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer.

No. 11891
Post-Doctoral Positions in Astronomy/Astrophysics
CEA SACLAY, SERVICE D'ASTROPHYSIQUE
Orme des Merisiers Batiment 709
Gif-sur-Yvette CEDEX
F-91191 , FRANCE
Tel: 33-1-69-08-92-76
FAX: 33-1-69-08-65-77
Email Inquiries: madden@discovery.saclay.cea.fr

Attention: Dr. Suzanne Madden,

While these positions are initially for a period of one year, there is the usual possibility of extension for the second year. There is no restriction on nationality. Interested applicants, please send a cv, bibliography, description of research interests and arrange to have three letters of recommendations sent to Suzanne Madden at the above address by 20 April 2001.

No. 11892
Senior Programmer/Analyst
NATIONAL RADIO ASTRONOMY OBSERVATORY
P.O. Box O
Socorro, NM 87801
FAX: 505-835-7024
Email: tmcbridge@nrao.edu
URL: http://www.nroa.edu

Attention: NRAO HR Department (Please reference #SO2304)

Qualifications: