From gkacprzak at swin.edu.au Wed Sep 2 10:15:32 2020 From: gkacprzak at swin.edu.au (Glenn Kacprzak) Date: Wed, 2 Sep 2020 00:15:32 +0000 Subject: [ASA] ASTRO 3D Postdoctoral Research Associate Position at Swinburne - Application Deadline Oct 31st Message-ID: Good morning, the position described below may be of interest to students and postdocs. Thank you, Glenn Kacprzak Job advertisement link: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/Tk-aC4QOPEi841qlcO7iOK?domain=jobregister.aas.org The Position Applications are invited for a 2-year ASTRO 3D Postdoctoral Research Associate position. The appointee will conduct research within the Galaxy Evolution Project of ASTRO 3D, in collaboration with Prof. Karl Glazebrook and A/Prof. Glenn Kacprzak, involving observational studies of the high-redshift universe using a new large sample of lensed galaxies observed with optical/near-IR telescopes. Specific research outcomes arising from this appointment include the observation, analysis and publication of a large dataset from Keck and European Southern Observatory spectroscopic observations of high-redshift galaxy lenses, including the intergalactic/circumgalactic medium and resolved galaxy metallicities/kinematics. Measuring the evolution of metals and galaxy mass assembly across the history of the Universe is a key outcome for ASTRO 3D. The appointee will be supported in their career development and encouraged to conduct independent research and work collaboratively within the ASTRO 3D Galaxy Evolution Project, including with distinguished international collaborators. This appointment is for 24 months Full Time Equivalent. The appointee will report to Prof. Glazebrook and A/Prof. Kacprzak. The Academic Level of the appointment (A or B) will depend on the years of postdoctoral experience, all are encouraged to apply. ASTRO 3D supports a flexible working environment. Skills and Experience To be successful in this role you will require a PhD in observational astrophysics, with research interests and experience in high redshift galaxy or intergalactic/circumgalactic medium observations using large optical/near-IR telescopes. Demonstrable research skills are essential, as evidenced by peer-reviewed journal publications. The successful applicant will have experience with high redshift galaxy evolution with a focus on intergalactic/circumgalactic medium astrophysics, galaxy kinematics or galaxy metallicity. Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing The Centre, located in Melbourne, ranks among the best in the world and is one of Australia?s largest astronomy research institutes, hosting over 20 faculty, 20 post-doctoral researchers, 50 PhD students and many visiting international researchers. Swinburne is one of the few universities in the world with guaranteed access to the W.M. Keck Observatory telescopes in Hawaii and our astronomers have access to ESO and Australian telescopes, and regularly obtain time on HST, VLT, Magellan, AAT, ATCA, Parkes, ASKAP and state-of-the-art 2D and 3D visualisation facilities. Living in Melbourne Melbourne is top ranked for its quality of life and as a destination for working abroad (ranked #1 or #2 in the world since 2010). Melbourne is a cosmopolitan city with a mild climate and plenty of sunshine, with ocean, mountains, and wildlife nearby. The city offers a diverse range or nightlife, restaurants, entertainment, festivals, and culture, while featuring numerous parks, open spaces and excellent public transportation. How to Apply: See the full position description via the application link and follow the instructions to apply online. Applications must include a cover letter, CV with publications and skills listed. A brief research statement may be appended to the Key Selection Criteria response. Included Benefits: Swinburne University provides generous superannuation (typically 17%) and paternity, maternity, annual, and sick leave provisions. Swinburne is committed to encouraging a balanced workforce, by providing equity, diversity, and inclusion, family-friendly policies and work practices, part-time roles, solutions to ?two-body? problems where possible, and career development. Application Deadline: Saturday, October 31, 2020 position description link: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/ZwixC6XQ4LfWLKqyumwRkt?domain=swinjobs.nga.net.au -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From adeller at astro.swin.edu.au Wed Sep 2 10:17:32 2020 From: adeller at astro.swin.edu.au (Adam Deller) Date: Wed, 2 Sep 2020 10:17:32 +1000 Subject: [ASA] Postdoctoral position at Swinburne in Radio Astronomy / Compact Object Mergers Message-ID: Dear ASA members, **Apologies if you receive this through multiple channels** The Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University is currently advertising a postdoctoral position in the area of compact object mergers, targeting radio afterglows of gravitational wave merger events. Details of the position and how to apply are listed below; please bring it to the attention of any potentially interested parties. Best regards, Adam ** About the job ** Applications are invited for a 3-year postdoctoral fellowship researcher position in the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing (CAS) at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. The successful applicant will conduct research into the astrophysics of mergers of compact objects (neutron stars and black holes) under the guidance of A/Prof Adam Deller, comparing high angular resolution radio observations from Very Long Baseline Interferometry to hydrodynamic simulations to infer properties of the merging systems. Opportunities to supervise postgraduate students and to conduct independent research will be available. The position is funded by an Australian Research Council grant and the applicant will work with both local collaborators (including in the co-located OzGrav Centre of Excellence) and international partners. * Full time, 3-year fixed term position at our Hawthorn campus * Academic Level A6 AUD$87,603 + 17% superannuation ** About you ** The successful applicant will have: * A PhD in astrophysics or a related field * Experience in observational or theoretical radio astronomy * Demonstrated ability to undertake research both independently and collaboratively * Strong record of research achievement with high-quality publications Preferred (but non-essential) qualities include: * Experience with Very Long Baseline Interferometry ** How to apply ** View the position description and application requirements, read more about Swinburne and the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing, and submit your application at https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/o5Q0CgZ0N1iBEXLXCN1Vh6?domain=swinjobs.nga.net.au -- !=============================================================! A/Prof. Adam Deller ARC Future Fellow Centre for Astrophysics & Supercomputing Swinburne University of Technology John St, Hawthorn VIC 3122 Australia phone: +61 3 9214 5307 fax: +61 3 9214 8797 office days (usually): Mon-Thu !=============================================================! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lucyna.chudczer at astronomyaustralia.org.au Thu Sep 3 13:44:58 2020 From: lucyna.chudczer at astronomyaustralia.org.au (Lucyna Chudczer) Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2020 13:44:58 +1000 Subject: [ASA] Semester 2021A Call for Gemini GSAOI proposals **Unique opportunity for Australian astronomers** Message-ID: <01b101d681a4$98df9ee0$ca9edca0$@astronomyaustralia.org.au> 2021A Call for Gemini GSAOI Proposals In Semester 2021A the Australian astronomical community will have access to 4.5 nights of observing time with the Gemini South Adaptive Optics Imager (GSAOI). This opportunity is a result of the agreement between AURA and the ANU team that constructed the NGS2 enhancement to the Gemini South multi conjugate adaptive optics system. The NGS2 system was commissioned in October 2019 (see attached the article published in Gemini Focus). The new NGS2 system allows the use of fainter guide stars - the previous limit with the old system was R=15.5 in good conditions. During commissioning the loop was closed on a R=18 star in average conditions. This results in a huge improvement of the sky coverage for GeMS (2.5 magnitude is approximately equivalent to a gain of 8 times in sky coverage). Acquisition times have also been reduced by almost tenfold. The ANU team was awarded a total of 7 nights of guaranteed time, which they have kindly offered to the Australian community via this open call for proposals process. The total allocation was split between the 2020B and 2021A semesters. All proposals will be reviewed and assessed by ATAC. The observing time will be allocated in 'classical' mode, which means that observations will be scheduled for specific nights. The COVID-19 pandemic restrictions prohibit international travel from Australia and it is unlikely that this situation will change in the 2021A Semester. The classical mode observations will be taken by the Gemini Observatory staff, with remote assistance (control) from PI teams. The Observatory has a good experience with such operations and will work with the individual teams to ensure the best strategy for their observations and the quick access to the raw data. Proposals for GSAOI observations on the Gemini South telescope in Semester 2021A (1 February 2021 - 31 July 2021) are due by *5:00pm AEST, Monday 6 October 2020.* How to apply Gemini proposals must be submitted using the 2021A release of the Phase I Tool (PIT) that can be downloaded from: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/mQc7CXLW2mU9N9ZXH6G3xr?domain=software.gemini.edu Please use the following page for a step-by-step guide and tutorials for submission of proposals using the Phase I Tool: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/keZpCYW8Noc9Z9XLHGkCve?domain=gemini.edu ol-pit/phase-i-tool-help For information about GSAOI and full details on instrument status, please see: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/M8LsCZY1NqijRjY5IKWOUt?domain=gemini.edu as well as the official Gemini Observatory Call for Proposals at: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/SdlwC1WLPxcZmZXMiXcyXi?domain=gemini.edu -proposals For updates about the COVID-19 measures at the NOIRLab and Gemini South, please see: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/Xa7qC2xMQzimGmQpi9Ajeu?domain=noirlab.edu For more information contact the ATAC Secretariat: Street Address: AAO - Macquarie University 105 Delhi Rd, North Ryde NSW 2113 Australia E-mail: aat at astronomyaustralia.org.au Web: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/8O27C3QNPBi4M4vpFvCXBM?domain=astronomyaustralia.org.au Dr Lucyna Kedziora-Chudczer Program Manager Astronomy Australia Ltd (Sydney Office) E: lucyna.chudczer at astronomyaustralia.org.au W: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/qZQyC4QOPEi8W8xBHjvLyC?domain=astronomyaustralia.org.au/ AAL is committed to equity and diversity and endeavours to create an environment in which every individual is treated with dignity and respect. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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You can register now by going to our event website and clicking ?Register?: https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/rXHGCr81nytO0P94F7c7-I?domain=events.csiro.au Our primary goal with this virtual conference is to address the topic of "the future of meetings" in a holistic, cross-disciplinary way by considering it alongside key related themes of technology, accessibility, inclusivity and sustainability, among others. We have a very exciting and diverse speaker line-up alongside plans for workshops, panels and discussions, and this will definitely be an interesting (and hopefully enjoyable) experiment into developing new standards and practices for effective online events. Please feel free to circulate information about this meeting to your colleagues and networks, especially if they are from different fields or backgrounds. Vanessa Moss CSIRO -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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