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Research and Development for Future/International Space Missions in Astrophysics

Details of research theme

To conduct the research in astrophysics that benefits the development of future space mission concepts, including those proceeded with international collaboration, or the development of unique space science instruments.

To conduct experimental or observational research for future JAXA space missions, or on-going/potential collaboration for foreign-led missions in astrophysics.

Research topics considered for this opportunity are as follows.
For the projects related to the future missions,

(i) study for formation flying missions for the development of space interferometers,

(ii) ISAS's study for observations on the moon utilizing potential future opportunities of the activities on the moon.

(iii) Research projects with foreign-led missions such as JWST or Euclid, and future infrared missions,

(iv) Research project with ISAS-led and other space-borne missions to study high energy astrophysics and future high-energy missions, is also considered.
The division is currently promoting the programs for the future large-scale mission concepts. Development of the common key technologies for future missions such as low-noise detectors, cryogenic systems is also being conducted. By these research projects, we cultivate scientists who can produce concrete research results in astrophysics and can develop future space science missions. 

 

 <Scope of change in work> None

(If there is a change beyond the work related to the above work content, the contract will be revised)

Required abilities， qualities， and experience

At least, one of the following experiences is required.
(1) Instrumentation for space and/or ground-based observation facilities.
(2) Research in astrophysics with the data of space science missions.
(3) Experience of developing data analysis and/or operation software for space missions.

Ratios（Project Contribution）

50%

Research environment after arriving at one’s post.

Successful candidates will conduct research under the supervision of a professor in this department. Therefore, the applicants are required to contact the potential supervisor(s) prior to the application to discuss their research plan in detail. The department has basic experimental facilities. For those works for a particular projects (Working Groups or Teams in ISAS), the facilities for those projects will be provided.

Research supervisor/Prospective mentor

JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Professor Noriko Yamasaki/

(i)  JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Associate Professor Kiwamu Izumi,
(ii)  JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Professor Toru Yamada,
      JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Professor Yutaro Sekimoto,
(iii) JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Professor Hideo Matsuhara,
      JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Associate Professor Toyoaki Suzuki,
      JAXA ISAS Department of Solar System Sciences Associate Professor  Keigo Enya,

(iv) JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics Professor  Noriko Yamasaki,
      JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Associate Professor Hiroya Yamaguchi,
      JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Associate Professor Shin Watanabe

Location

JAXA Sagamihara Campus 

 

<Scope of change> If the organization conducts telework regularly, the location; if the location of work changes due to organizational reorganization, the location determined by the organization

Department

JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics

 

Employment

3 years

 

・Contract of employment will be concluded each fiscal year.
・Applicants will not be hired as a permanent employee after the term of service.
・Employment period may be extended up to 3 years for the longest, in consideration of research evaluation every fiscal year.

Closing Date

August 30(Fri), 2024 17:00(JST)
* Closing Date is mandatory.
* Please note that you are not able to pre-apply during 1a.m.~5a.m.(JST) on the third Thursday of each month due to regular system maintenance. Thank you for avoiding the certain time.

Selection Schedule

The result of the first selection will be announced by the end of September, 2024.

Online Interview: Middle-October, 2024(Scheduled for October 16th)

* On the day of the event, you will be required to give a 10-minute presentation on your research plan and future career vision. Those who have passed the document screening will need to send the above presentation materials (PDF) by the interview date.

* Schedule is subject to change.

Attached document

 Please check the JAXA Aerospace Project Research Associate Recruitment page "Required Documents" of ISAS carefully before applying.

  

"FORM 2 Letter of Recommendation" (in PDF)

 

Letter of Recommendation must be attached by the applicant or sent by the recommender by email ( " isas-hrtask*ml.jaxa.jp ". Please change * to @)

If you do not send a Letter of Recommendation, your application will be invalid.

Contact information

Please enter "JAXA Aerospace Project Research Associate Recruitment" in the subject line and send.

Please refrain from making inquiries other than those related to recruitment.

 

■For specific inquiries about the research theme;

  ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Noriko Yamasaki: yamasaki.noriko*jaxa.jp

 

■For general inquiries

JAXA HR Office: jaxacareer*jaxa.jp

 

Please change * to @ above.

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