Research Fellow -Sutherland Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 8ST, GB
Salary: 41,064 – 46,049Work hours: Office Hours Monday to Friday, Full Time
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
SkyScan:Regional SSA Enhancement through Astronomical Imaging
SkyScan is a collaborative project between Northumbria University and 3S Northumbria that applies advanced astronomical imaging techniques to improve how we detect and track satellites and space debris. By adapting methods used in astronomy, the project will enhance the sensitivity and precision of space surveillance systems, helping to identify smaller, fainter objects and allow for faster orbital determination. This innovation will support safer and more sustainable space operations. SkyScan also strengthens the North Easts space sector by transferring cutting-edge research into local industry, fostering regional growth, and laying the groundwork for future commercial and scientific developments in space situational awareness.
This role is predominantly data analysis. You will analyse publicly available data taken from optical telescopes to identify and track the trajectories of candidate satellites and other space objects.You should have a background in creating software and have demonstrable expertise in computer programming and the use of team-based environments such as GitHub.
There will also be the opportunity to engage in a range of public outreach activities and other initiatives run across the school of Engineering, Physics, and Maths.
ABOUT YOU
Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline (STEM) and have demonstrable expert knowledge inSpace Domain Awareness.
Further information about the requirements of the role is available in the person specification.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Matthew Townson at matthew.townson@northumbria.ac.uk.
To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.
ABOUT US
Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. Named Times Higher Education’sUniversity of the Yearin 2022 andModern University of the Yearin 2025, we rank top 25 in the UK for research power.Discover moreabout us.
With over 37,000 students from over 140 countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement andmore.
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Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation and offer flexible hours and location where the role allows. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holdingnumerousawards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence.We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of theEuraxessinitiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers. The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process.
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