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Development of High-Precision Astrometric Analysis for JASMINE

Details of research theme

The infrared astronomical satellite JASMINE aims to perform astrometric measurements around the Galactic center. High-precision astrometric data analysis is a complex optimization challenge that reproduces all observations with a self-consistent model. This project involves accurately modeling the observation system, including the satellite and telescope, and optimizing numerous parameters from extensive data. A successful candidate will fully understand the algorithms used by Gaia and devise an algorithm optimized for an observatory-type telescope like JASMINE, in collaboration with the researchers from the ISAS/JAXA and National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. The proposed algorithm will be evaluated through simulations, refining the project design based on results. Proposals for new analytical methods that enhance JASMINE’s precision measurement and photometric capabilities are encouraged. Ultimately, the candidate is expected to emerge as a leader in future space missions, particually from a data science perspective.

 

 

<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

It is desirable for candidates to have experience in one or more of the following areas:

1. Strong interest in Bayesian statistics or optimization algorithms.
2. Experience in analyzing imaging observation data from space or ground-based telescopes.
3. Experience in scientific research using astrometric data.

Ratios(Project Contribution)

50%

Research environment after arriving at one’s post.

Two computer servers with one GPU NVIDIA/A100 (GPU memory = 40GB, 80GB), workstations with A6000 and V100, and laptops with GPU are available for development.

Research supervisor/Prospective mentor

JAXA ISAS Department of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics  Associate Professor Hirokazu Kataza/Associate Professor Hirokazu Kataza

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  Hirokazu Kataza: kataza*ir.isas.jaxa.jp

 

■For general inquiries

JAXA HR Office: jaxacareer*jaxa.jp

 

Please change * to @ above.

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