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Development research for HiZ-GUNDAM satellite (High-z Gamma-ray bursts for...

Details of research theme

【Title of Research Theme】
Development research for HiZ-GUNDAM satellite (High-z Gamma-ray bursts for Unraveling the Dark Ages Mission) 

 

【Individual Research】

Astrophysical research on gamma-ray bursts and gravitational wave objects based on electromagnetic wave observations from space, or developments of observation instrument aimed at mounting on a satellite. A research advisor provides guidance in collaboration with other faculty members in the department of space astronomy and astrophysics. 

 

【JAXA Project】
HiZ-GUNDAM is a satellite project under pre-study for launch in 2030s. To elucidate the scientific issues of the epoch of reionization in early universe and compact object phenomena, the on-board wide-field X-ray monitors captures the appearance of astronomical events such as gamma-ray bursts and gravitational wave origins, a follow-up observation using the on-board cooled telescope at visible/near-infrared bands, and alert information will be sent to ground observation facilities. This research theme focuses on development research of mission instruments for the HiZ-GUNDAM satellite and studies of satellite systems and mission's science cases. Specifically, the development of X-ray or near-infrared sensors, the alignment and performance evaluations of lobster eye optics prototypes using an X-ray beamline facility, etc., the cooling optical test evaluation of visible/near-infrared telescopes prototypes, which are defined based on the experience and ability of applicants. 

 

【Human resources development unique to ISAS 】
Through this research program, we aim to train human resources who can lead future missions of time-domain astrophysics or X-ray/infrared astronomy.

 

 

<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

One of the following experiences is desirable:
(1) Experience of working on the development of astronomical observation instruments for satellites or ground-based telescopes
(2) Experience in developing or evaluating X-ray/infrared imaging detectors
(3) Experience in experimental research related to this research in the field of physics experiments 

Ratios(Project Contribution)

50%

Research environment after arriving at one’s post.

The HiZ-GUNDAM project is being promoted in collaboration with universities and institutes. For this research program, a professor who has experience in promoting satellite missions will provide guidance in collaboration with researchers in the department of space astronomy and astrophysics in ISAS. This department has basic facility and experimental instruments to promote this research. 

Research supervisor/Prospective mentor

JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics

Professor Hideo Matsuhara/Assistant Professor Akihiro Doi, Assistant Professor Yoshitomo Maeda, Specially Appointed Professor Daisuke Yonetoku

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  Hideo Matsuhara: matsuhara.hideo*jaxa.jp

 

■For general inquiries

JAXA HR Office: jaxacareer*jaxa.jp

 

Please change * to @ above.

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