Measurement & Instrumentation Division at DTU Space invites applications for a position as senior adviser with emphasis on space technology research and advice in the field of space navigation.
DTU’s ambition is to be a preferred Danish and international provider of services to public sector authorities in the fields of life science and the technical natural sciences. Public sector consultancy refers to all types of tasks that DTU performs for government ministries, agencies and other public sector administrative bodies such as municipal and regional authorities and international institutions.
Through national and international cooperation, Institute of DTU Space leverages its research capabilities to create new knowledge and technology. Scientific competences further give the Institute the ability to provide qualified advice to national and international agencies and organizations.
The Measurement and Instrumentation division has a leading international position in the field of space autonomous navigation and science grade vector magnetometers for space and ground use. The division develops and tests formation flying technology, super high accuracy star tracking, deep space navigation technique, planetary landing, non-stellar object detection and technique for Mars surface investigation.
Responsibilities and tasks
The senior adviser will provide consultancy based on the division’s technological research to public sector and comprise advisory services, as well as participate in division’s research and development processes. The Department of Measurement & Instrumentation is internationally acknowledged for conducting state-of-the-art technological research in field of space navigation, and the candidate must therefore have relevant experience within this area, preferably both national and international.
The senior adviser will together with the responsible scientific leaders define, initiate and conduct strategic goals and market segments for the autonomous space navigation instruments. The activities will range from analysing new methods and concepts, via prototype design and testing, to finding new customers and conducting contract negotiations.
The senior adviser must engage in a close coordination with the Senior Research Scientists of the department. Furthermore it is expected that the candidate will pursue technological research projects with a line-of-sight to application by engaging with external parties and with colleagues across the Institute.
Additional tasks will be related to the department''s development and contractual projects, where the candidate is expected to act as a project manager for both internal and external projects.
In addition to the above mentioned tasks, either teaching or student supervising will be a part of the work responsibilities.
Qualifications
We expect the candidate to have experience in public consultancy and research-based communication. We also expect the candidate to hold a master’s degree in engineering and either a PhD degree or at least 5 years of experience in one or more of the following fields:
- Autonomous Space Navigation
- Instrument Design
- Multiphysics, including Space Engineering
- Flight hardware manufacturing and testing
It is a requirement that the candidate fully understands the relationship between technology, manufacturing and economy in a company, therefore a documented project management experience is obligatorily.
Furthermore we expect:
- Desire to take part in defining strategic goals within space navigation field
- Knowledge, experience and expertise in the field of hardware
- Knowledge of Business Economy, Organization and Project Management
- Good organizational skills and the desire and ability to cooperate
- Proficiency in Danish and in English
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to:
- National and international network within the field of space research
- Experience in field of navigation instrumentation
- Experience in field of space engineering
- Dedication toward and ability to communicate
- Desire and ability to contribute to the Department''s internal and external collaboration
We offer
DTU offers an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation which contribute to enhancing the economy and to improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. DTU is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union.
The position is permanent.
The candidate should expect a considerable amount of business travel.
Place of employment will be at DTU Space, Kgs. Lyngby
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Jose Merayo, jmgm<στο>space.dtu.dk, +45 4525 3452.
You can read more about DTU Space on www.space.dtu.dk.
Application
Please submit your online application no later than 1 January 2015.
Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Diploma (MSc/PhD)
- List of publications
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All qualified candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and public service. Our staff of 5,700 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,000 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
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