Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is offering an exciting opportunity to lead education and public engagement activities at DIAS Dunsink Observatory in a full-time permanent role as Education and Public Engagement Officer.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative person to develop and run educational workshops with local schools and community youth groups, and to create and deliver new education content reflecting the modern, cutting edge work of the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section. The Education Officer will also be central to efforts to develop new plans with our educational partners across the country for national collaborative projects. The role will also offer the opportunity to lead our usual public engagement offerings here, such as Public Visitor Nights and other special events throughout the year.

The successful candidate requires: 
●A primary degree in a STEM or related field
●Excellent planning and project management skills
●Excellent written and verbal communication skills
●Strong interpersonal skills
●Good IT skills, with website management skills desirable
●The ability to work independently

Previous experience in either education and/or public engagement is highly desirable, as is experience in a relevant area of STEM.
The Education Officer will be based at DIAS Dunsink Observatory in Dublin 15 and will be expected to travel both nationally and internationally. The post will involve working some evenings and weekends (for public events at Dunsink). Flexible working arrangements will be considered.
This is a permanent appointment on the Research Project Officer scale, with a salary range from €40,573 - €53,143 for new entrants to the public sector starting on the minimum point. The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, and pension entitlements.
 
Applications should consist of:
●Letter of application (maximum 2 pages)
●Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
●Names of two referees
 
Candidates should upload these as one single pdf document to the DIAS online e-recruitment system by 17:00 local Irish time on 16th March 2023.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion, and diversity. The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found on our website.
 

Applications are invited for a 3 year Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS, dias.ie) in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section working with the Solar Physics and Space Weather Research Group (dias.ie/solar physics). The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is a vibrant and inclusive community of more than 40 researchers working in areas including solar physics, space weather, planetary science, star formation, and high-energy astrophysics.

The successful applicant will be primarily involved in a new EU Horizon 2020 Project, ARCAFF that is led by DIAS. ARCAFF will combine over 26 years’ worth of solar observation (millions of images) with state-of-the-art deep learning techniques to enhance active region classifications and flare forecasts. These outputs will also be integrated into SolarMonitor.org. The successful candidate will collaborate with researchers locally and internationally on the preparation of data for and the development and training of deep learning models for flare forecasting.

Minimum qualifications
•Doctorate in solar physics, heliospheric physics, machine learning, or related discipline.
•Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems.

 Preferred qualifications
•Experience with data analysis using the scientific Python stack (e.g., NumPy, Matplotlib, SciPy, Astropy, SunPy).
•Experience with the preparation and analysis of solar data, particularly EUV images (SDO/AIA, SOHO/EIT) and magnetograms (SDO/HMI, SOHO/MDI).
•Experience with the development and application of deep learning models to solar observations (e.g. PyTorch or TensorFlow).
•Experience with continuous integration and development tools (e.g., GitLab, GitHub) and containers (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes).

Responsibilities
•Creation of training datasets for active region classification and flare forecasting.
•Development and training of deep learning models for active region classification and flare forecasting.
•Integration of developed models into SolarMonitor.org.
•Presenting research at international conferences and writing publications.
•Liaising and collaborating with other ARCAFF researchers (internal and external).

This position is available for 3 years (36 months) starting as soon as possible. The Fellow will receive a salary starting at Level 2A Point 1 of the SFI team member budget scale (€41,208). The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc. For any questions related to the role please contact us at astrophysics@dias.ie.

Candidates should submit an application through the DIAS e-recruitment system by uploading the following all as one PDF document:
•Curriculum Vitae (2 pages maximum)
•Statement of research interests and career goals (2 pages maximum)
•Publication list
In addition please also arrange for two letters of reference to be emailed to astrophysics@dias.ie before close of business on 8 March 2023. 

At DIAS we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity. The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found at dias.ie/about-us.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking for an experienced Senior Systems Administrator who will join a small dedicated team responsible for the design, operation and maintenance of DIAS IT infrastructure spread over three Central Dublin sites, Dunsink Observatory and Rosse Observatory in Birr Castle, Co.Offaly. 

DIAS IT supports a wide spectrum of research projects ranging from numerical simulations in astrophysics and theoretical physics to processing of significant amounts of astrophysical and geophysical data, including data from I-LOFAR radio telescope as well as several geophysical and astronomical data gathering networks, to 2D/3D imaging of medieval Irish manuscripts and Ogham stones. The majority of these projects are linked to DIAS websites some of which are updated in real time. Other areas supported by DIAS IT are DIAS administration incorporating Finance, HR and Communications, as well as DIAS-run conferences and other events.

The wide variety of activities supported by DIAS IT results in an equally wide spectrum of IT technologies being used. One of the key advantages of this job is a unique opportunity to master many (or most) of modern IT technologies. An interest in learning new things is essential. While the successful candidate will have a full access to formal training in the areas where it is available, an ability to learn from other members of IT team and, if necessary, on their own, would be of primary importance. Strong analytic skills will be of key importance. Good interpersonal, collaborative as well as verbal and written skills are also required.

The knowledge of and experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:

•	Linux/UNIX system administration;
•	Support of Linux, MacOS and Windows clients;
•	Linux scripting, orchestration and automation tools;
•	Virtualisation by Linux hosts;
•	Data storage, NFS, NAS, SAN, modern filesystems;
•	Data backups and replication;
•	100MbE-100GbE networking, network orchestration and automation;
•	High performance computing;
•	Web development for Apache/MySQL/PHP environment;
•	Systems and applications integration, including Open Source software.

Contract duration: An initial 5 year fixed term contract, with the possibility of a permanent appointment. Salary scale €55,564 - €66,883 p.a. (Personal Pension Contribution scale); €52,786-€63,539 p.a. (Non- PPC scale for pre-existing public servants). 

The starting salary will be in line with public sector regulations – new entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the minimum point. Further information can be obtained from DIAS Head of IT, Dr. Dmitri Grigoriev dmitri.grigoriev@dias.ie and the Office of the Registrar & CEO, registrarsoffice@dias.ie. 

Candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system by close of business on 7 February 2023. Please upload a cover letter and CV, including the names of two referees,  as a single PDF file. 

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applications for the permanent post of Estates and Facilities Officer.   

As the world’s second, and Ireland’s only, Institute for Advanced Studies, DIAS is a globally embedded institution that attracts scholars and academics from around the world.  It conducts and publishes advanced research across a range of areas: Celtic Studies, Theoretical Physics and Cosmic Physics (encompassing Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics).  

This newly established post will play a vital role in managing DIAS properties and facilities. Reporting directly to the CEO  & Registrar, the appointee will be responsible for ensuring that all DIAS properties and work facilities are managed effectively to support the strategic and operational needs of the organisation, and to meet health and safety requirements.  

Further details are available here.   Interested candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system. Salary Scale:  x- y STO position (PPC scale).    

Starting salary will be in line with public sector pay guidelines.  (A lower salary scale will apply for existing public servants serving before April 1995). 

Applicants should upload a letter of application, CV and the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system by close of business on Friday, 10 February 2023.  

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

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The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is a statutory academic research institution funded directly by the Department of Higher & Further Education.
 
DIAS invites applications for the permanent post of Secretary based in the Geophysics section of the School of Cosmic Physics. The secretary will provide administrative support to the geophysics team and assist the Head of Section in the day-to-day running of the section. Previous administrative experience is essential.

The section comprises a busy and dynamic environment of researchers working on a wide range of Earth Science projects both in Ireland and across the world.  

Further details are available here. Interested candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system. 

Salary range is €26,596, increasing by 13 increments to €41,188 (PPC Scale). A lower salary scale will apply for existing public servants who are on Non-PPC scale.

Applicants should upload a letter of application, CV and the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system: https://dias.ie/applysecretarygeophysics2023 by close of business on Thursday, 19 January 2023.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity.
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The School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies invites applications for one post-doctoral scholarships in theoretical physics. Applicants are welcome from all fields of theoretical and mathematical physics; however, preference will be given to applicants with an overlap of interest with research areas where the school is already active.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 5 January 2023.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system
  
Candidates should upload a CV, research statement, list of publications and three letters of recommendation, all as one pdf file. The names of three referees should be provided on the system and candidates should arrange with their referees to upload the academic references (onto the same system) before the closing date. 

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity.

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Two Research Fellowships are available in the School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. These are dedicated research positions for up to five years.

Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, Mathematical Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Theory, Quantum Information, Quantum Computing and Theoretical Cosmology.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system.

Candidates should upload a letter of application together with a CV, a list of publications and a research proposal, all as one pdf file.  The names of three referees should be provided on the system and candidates should arrange with their referees to upload the academic references (onto the same system) before the closing date. 

The closing date for applications is   17 December  2022 (by 23:59 Irish Time).  It is proposed to hold interviews for these positions on 20 and 21 December 2022.

Appointments will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellowship salary scale is: €58,318– €64,818 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution scale); €55,403– €61,578 per annum (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale). The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity.
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The School of Celtic Studies is able to offer a scholarship to be taken up in early 2023. Applicants will normally hold a doctoral degree prior to taking up the scholarship. 

Scholars are expected to reside in Dublin, to attend regularly at the Institute and to participate fully in all activities in the School of Celtic Studies – seminars, lectures and conferences. The maximum tenure is three years, reviewed on an annual basis. 

Candidates should apply on the DIAS e-recruitment system, by 5pm 13 January 2023, by uploading a full CV together with an outline of the research which the applicant proposes to undertake (maximum of 1000 words), that references from at least two referees who are qualified to testify as to her/his ability to carry out original research all as one PDF document.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity. The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here: https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf


Scoláireacht Uí Dhonnabháin 


Tá Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh ag tairiscint scoláireacht, le tógáil suas go luath i 2023.     Beidh céim doctúireachta de ghnáth ag iarrthóirí roimh tógail suas na scoláireachta. 
Beifear ag súil go mbeidh scoláirí ina gcónaí i mBaile Átha Cliath, ag freastal go rialta ar an Institiúid agus ag glacadh páirt in imeachtaí uile Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh – seimineáir, léachtanna agus comhdháilacha.   Is trí bliana ar a mhéad an tréimhse, le hathbhreithniú bliantúil.   
Ba chóir d’iarrthóirí iarratas a chur isteach  ar chóras ríomhearcaíochta na hInstitiúide ag cur in áirde  CV iomlán, maraon le breac-chuntas ar an taighde ar mhian leis an iarrthóir tabhairt faoi (uasmhéid 1000 focal) agus litreacha molta ó dhá mholtóir, ar a laghad, atá cáilithe chun fianaise a thabhairt ar a c(h)umas tabhairt faoi bunthaighde,  mar aon cháipéis PDF amháin roimh 5 a chlog tráthnóna ar 13 Eanáir 2023.

Tá Institiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath tiomanta don chomhionannas inscne, éagsúlacht agus ionchuimsiú.  Is féidir Plean Gníomhach na hInstitiúide maidir le Comhionannas inscne, Éagsúlacht agus Ionchuimsiú a aimsiú anseo:   https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies wishes to appoint in 2023 a promising early-stage researcher to a five-year Bergin Fellowship in the School of Celtic Studies. The appointee should be available to commence on 1 February (or on a suitable date soon afterwards).

Candidates should hold the degree of PhD and should have a record of outstanding research experience in an area of Celtic Studies relevant to the work of the School. Intending candidates who wish to discuss the vacancy may contact the Director of the School of Celtic Studies.

Candidates should apply on the DIAS e-recruitment system, by 5pm 13 January 2023,  by uploading a short letter of application, together with an academic CV, a research proposal (no more than 4 pages), and contact details from three academic referees (who have agreed to act) all as one PDF document. 

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity. The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here: https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf


COMHALTACHT UÍ AIMHIRGÍN

Is mian le hInstitiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath taighdeoir ardchumasach atá i dtús a réime agus a bhfuil geallúint faoi/fúithi a cheapadh i 2023 faoi scéim Chomhaltachtaí Uí Aimhirgín (5 bliana) i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh. Ba chóir don taighdeoir a bheith ábalta tosnú ar 1 Feabhra (nó ar dháta oiriúnach chomh luath agus is féidir ina dhiaidh sin).

Is cóir d’iarrthóirí an chéim PhD a bheith bainte amach acu, agus taithí d’ardcháilíocht a bheith acu i mbun taighde ar ghné den Léann Ceilteach a bhaineann le raon saothair na Scoile. Is féidir le hiarrthóirí ar mian leo an folúntas a phlé teagmháil a dhéanamh le Stiúrthóir na Scoile.

Ba chóir d’iarrathóir litir iarratais, maraon le CV acadúil, moladh i gcomhair tionscnaimh thaighde (gan dul thar 4 lch), agus ainmneacha agus seoltaí ag baint le triúr moltóirí (atá sásta feidhmiú),  a chur in airde, mar aon cháipéis PDF amháin, ar chóras ríomhearcaíochta na hInstitiúide ag: https://dias.ie/applyBerginfellow2023 roimh 5.00 a chlog tráthnóna ar  13 Eanáir 2023.
Tá Institiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath tiomanta don chomhionannas inscne, éagsúlacht agus ionchuimsiú.  Is féidir Plean Gníomhach na hInstitiúide maidir le Comhionannas Inscne, Éagsúlacht agus Ionchuimsiú a aimsiú anseo:  https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf
   

Data Manager 


Institute:Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies
Section:Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, Geophysics Section
Research Centre:SFI Research Centre in Applied Geosciences (iCRAG)

Post Duration:24 months
Research Project:iCRAG_Phase2
Reports to / Principal Investigator:Dr Jennifer Craig (and/or nominee)
HR Administrator Mary Buke (mburke@cp.dias.ie) 



Position Summary:

The iCRAG research centre is currently seeking a Data Manager to manage implementation, maintenance and refinement of data management practices across the Centre.

iCRAG is the world leading SFI Research Centre in Applied Geosciences and comprises of 150 researchers across eight universities and institutions including UCD, TCD, NUIG, UCC, DIAS, Teagasc, GSI and MU. Supported by Science Foundation Ireland and a wide range of domestic and international industry partners, iCRAG brings together a diverse team of researchers representing the full geosciences spectrum, working together to create solutions for a sustainable society. For further information, please visit: www.icrag-centre.org 

Although working across the multi-institution iCRAG consortium, the position will be primarily based at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Geophysics Section in Dublin city centre, with some secondments to other locations and institutes within the iCRAG network, particularly University College Dublin (UCD). DIAS is a government funded Research Institute and hosts certain national data, infrastructure and equipment pools. It operates the Irish National Seismic Network, www.INSN.ie in collaboration with the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI) and hosts both www.iMARL.ie a national Marine equipment pool and a large mobile seismic & magneto-telluric terrestrial instrument pool. DIAS also has strong collaboration with ICHEC, the Irish Centre for High End Computing. 
Due to the nature of the research being undertaken in DIAS, our researchers engage in big data projects and analysis in their daily work, defining the day-to-day working environment for the iCRAG Data Manager.  

iCRAG is seeking an expert in data management to work with research leaders and Centre management in order to ensure that the significant volume and diverse range of data (geological, geophysical, geochemical, environmental, statistical) produced by the Centre is stored in line with best practices and facilitates open access to both internal (centre researchers) and external (the publics) stakeholders. 

The role will include the opportunity to design, develop and establish a centralised data infrastructure, implementing procedures and protocols in line with best practice and compliance standards. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of all Centre data as well as management and development of suitable database infrastructures. In consultation with researchers, the post holder will also work to prepare, implement and monitor metadata and research data structures, including the registration of persistent identifiers for data sets and upkeep of catalogues of external database links. The Data Manager will hold responsibility for informing and monitoring data management practices of researchers across the Centre. They will work with iCRAG’s IT Manager to oversee the maintenance of documentation for the use of iCRAG’s platforms and servers as part of the centralised data management system.

The Data Manager may be asked to support other aspects of the iCRAG’s work when relevant and the appointee will be expected to have a flexible approach in this regard.

Salary Range:  €55,811-€60,814per annum*

* Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•Technical and administrative maintenance of all iCRAG data in close cooperation with iCRAG’s institutions and researchers at all necessary 
 levels.
•Development, refinement and management of a centralised data infrastructure to support data management across the Centre.
•Management and further development of iCRAG database features in close cooperation with the participating researchers.
•Preparation of metadata and research data structures in accordance with FAIR principles.
•Structuring and standardization of metadata, research data, and variables as a basis for interoperability curation of research data and      
 metadata to be imported. 
•Management of accessibility of data to both internal and external stakeholders. For internal stakeholders, this will require compilation and management of a catalogue of links to external databases holding iCRAG generated data in national or international repositories (e.g. Marine Institute, GSI, PANGAEA, BCO-DMO, Orfeus, EPOS etc). For external stakeholders, this will include registration and assignment of “Persistent Identifiers” (DOIs) for data sets.
•Consulting with and providing support to researchers via the centralised data system in handling and managing their research data within the        entire data lifecycle (collection, storage, research, integration, publication) as well as the use of the iCRAG data platforms.
•Updating the documentation for the use of the iCRAG platforms and servers via the centralised system.
•Liaising with relevant Centre stakeholders nationally and internationally, ensuring needs of both internal and external stakeholders are met effectively, in line with best practices and quality standards.


Selection Criteria:  
Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post.   Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria.



Mandatory:

•Third level degree
•At least 2 years experience in relevant management of data systems and infrastructure. 
•Experience in a research environment, preferably in geosciences.
•Advanced knowledge of research data management (e.g., metadata standards and best practice, legal aspects, data publishing).
•Broad experience in programming languages and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, C Sharp, BASH).
•Scientific understanding of projects, data analysis, metadata requirements and database software and database software (eg., BEXIS, SQL, R).
•Experience in real time data capture.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working with project partners and researchers about their data, metadata and 
 data publications.
•Excellent presentation and writing skills with a proven ability to disseminate complex requirements into accessible formats.

Desirable:

•General knowledge of the earth sciences.
•Knowledge of national and international geoscience/earth science databases and catalogues.
•Familiarity of standard practices and procedures of data management in the third-level education sector in Ireland, preferably in the geoscience spectrum.


Further Information for Candidates:

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at DIAS


The Institute recognises the right of all who work and attend at DIAS premises to be treated with dignity and respect. DIAS is committed to implementing and promoting measures to protect the dignity of our community within DIAS, and to encouraging respect for others. This is achieved by creating a work environment that is free from racism and harassment of any form and that facilitates an atmosphere of respect, openness, safety and equality. DIAS is an equal opportunities employer which embraces diversity and promotes employment equality.

Our DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here:

DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan



Supplementary information:

The Institute:	https://www.dias.ie/

The Section:	https://www.dias.ie/cosmicphysics/geophysics/

Relocation Expenses:
X	Will not apply

0       Will be applied 

Garda Vetting required:

X   NO

0  YES 

Informal Enquiries ONLY to:
Please note this section is optional. Applications will be addressed to an assigned HR administrator. 

Name:Dr Jennifer Craig
Title:Chief Operations Officer
Email address:	jennifer.craig@icrag-centre.org

Telephone:00353-01-716-2940

Application Procedure:

Applicants should upload a letter of application, CV and the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system by 6 January 2023. 

The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is offering a short-term postdoctoral fellowship (9 months) for research on multiwavelength studies of Nebulae around evolved massive stars as part of the group of Dr. Jonathan Mackey.  This short-term position is available to start as soon as the selection process and administrative formalities have been completed.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a salary starting at Level 2A Point 1 of the SFI "team member budget scale" (plus pension and social insurance contributions), computer equipment needed for work, and a small travel allowance.  This is a fixed-term position for 9 months.  The proposed start date is December 2022 or January 2023, and the place of work will be DIAS Dunsink Observatory.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics or Astronomy & Astrophysics, with research experience in theoretical and observational Astrophysics. Strong candidates should have demonstrated experience in reducing and analysing multiwavelength data (ideally related to nebulae around massive stars in e.g. radio, IR, optical, X-ray bands), be strongly self-motivated, able to conduct independent research as part of a team, and have excellent written and spoken English language skills.  Experience with computational fluid-dynamics and/or stellar evolution modelling is an advantage.

For informal scientific enquiries about the positions, contact Jonathan Mackey (mailto:jmackey@cp.dias.ie).

Candidates should apply through the DIAS e-Recruitment system, where they will be asked to upload a curriculum vitae (2-page max.), a publication list, and a statement of research interests and career goals (2-page max.), all as a PDF document, and arrange for two letters of reference to be sent by email, to Dr Sophie Murray (sophie.murray@dias.ie) by the application deadline.

The deadline for applications is Friday 1st of December 2022 at 5pm Irish Time (GMT).

More info:
+ Jonathan Mackey's webpage: https://homepages.dias.ie/jmackey/
+ Group page: https://dias.ie/massivestars
+ DIAS Astronomy & Astrophysics: https://dias.ie/astrophysics

	 	 	 	
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Postdoctoral position in the DIAS Solar Physics Group

Applications are invited for a 3 year Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS, www.dias.ie) in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section working with the Solar Physics and Space Weather group (https://www.dias.ie/solarphysics/). The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is a vibrant and inclusive community of more than 40 researchers working on planetary science, solar physics, space weather, star formation, and high-energy astrophysics.

The successful applicant will be involved in an EC funded project (ARCAFF) which will develop and apply state-of-the-art deep learning techniques to the problems of active region classification and flare forecasting. This ambitious project will combine over 26 years worth of solar observation (millions of images) with novel deep learning techniques to enhance active region classifications and flare forecasts. These outputs will also be integrated with SolarMonitor (www.solarmonitor.org).

The successful candidate will be working at the centre of a vibrant research group, collaborating with other researchers locally and internationally on the preparation of data for, and the development of these deep learning models.
Minimum qualifications:
•	Doctorate in solar physics, computer science or related discipline.
•	Experience in data analysis using the scientific python stack (e.g., NumPy, Matplotlib, SciPy, Astropy, SunPy)
•	Experience in the preparation and analysis of solar data in particular EUV images (SDO/AIA, SOHO/EIT) and magnetograms (SDO/HMI, SOHO/MDI)
•	Experience in Linux/Unix operating systems
Preferred qualifications:
•	Experience in the development and application of deep learning models to solar observations (e.g. pytorch or tensorflow).
•	Continuous integration and development tools (e.g., GitLab, GitHub)
•	Containers (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes)
Responsibilities
•	Creation of training datasets for active region classification and flare forecasting.
•	Development and training of deep learning models for active region classification and flare forecasting.
•	Integration of developed models into SolarMonitor.org
•	Presenting research at international conferences and in publications.
•	Liaise and collaborate with other ARCAFF researchers (internal and external)

This position is available for 3 years (36 months) starting in January 2023. The Fellow will receive a salary starting at Level 2A Point 1 of the SFI team member budget scale. The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

Applications are invited for a 1-year Postdoctoral Scholarship at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS, www.dias.ie) Astronomy & Astrophysics Section working with the Solar Physics and Space Weather group (https://www.dias.ie/solarphysics/). The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is a vibrant and inclusive community of about 40 researchers working on planetary science, solar physics, space weather, star formation, and high-energy astrophysics.

The successful applicant will be involved in the SolarMonitor project (www.solarmonitor.org) which provides an overview of current solar activity as well as a historical data archive. SolarMonitor was initially created in 2001 using PHP and IDL (SolarSoft) and has since received many small progessive upgrades. Recently, the Solar Physics and Space Weather group began an ambitious project to rebuild SolarMontior using a modern technology using a Python-powered REST APIs and modern Javascript frontend.

The Scholar is expected to have a PhD in Physics, Computer Science or related discipline, have experience with Linux/Unix, Python web and scientific stacks, web application development, continuous integration and development tools, databases, and containers. 
 
The Scholar will receive training and work with a vibrant research group, collaborating with other researchers locally and internationally to improve existing features of SolarMonitor and to develop new features.
 
This position is available for 1-year starting in January 2023. Postdoctoral Scholars receive a tax-free annual stipend of €29,000 (equivalent to approximately €36,000 taxable salary). 

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applications for the permanent post of Services Officer.    

DIAS is a dedicated research organisation that attracts scholars and academics from around the world.  It conducts and publishes advanced research across three areas: Celtic Studies, Theoretical Physics and Cosmic Physics (encompassing Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics).  

This is a full-time post and primarily involves general front of house duties, including Reception.  The role also involves assisting with management of bookstores and other ad hoc duties.   The successful candidate will need to have previous experience in Reception/Front of House role with good communication and computer skills. A high standard of spoken and written English is required and a good working knowledge of the Irish language is desirable.    

Further details are available here.   Interested candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system.   Applicants should upload a letter of application and CV as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system by close of business on 10 January 2023.

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The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is a government-funded academic research
Institution. The Geophysics section in DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN), since 2017 with support from the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI). The Seismic Network Specialist will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of permanent INSN remote field sites from which seismic data stream continuously in real-time via digital telemetry to the seismic observatory at DIAS.

Some of these sites may be in a Marine environment. Data QC, seismic data management support, seismic data analysis and supporting scientific report publication will form part of the work. The Officer will report to the DIAS Director of Observational Seismology and work alongside several technicians and analysts already employed within DIAS Geophysics. Further details on the role are available here.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and/or participate in seismic field campaigns that involve the installation/maintenance of
new/existing broadband seismic field stations. This includes the installation of seismic sensors,
seismic digitizers and power and communications systems. Design and commissioning of seismic
bunkers will form part of the work.

Testing and configuration of broadband seismometers and digitizers.

Participating in the development of tender documents for the purchase of such systems.

Installing and maintaining 12V DC power systems in remote areas, eg. solar and wind generators.

Contribute to documentation of procedures, system documentation and reports.

Work to automate network health monitoring tools to ensure rapid response to network outages.

Seismic data quality control [PQLX, obspy].

Maintenance of seismic databases & working with real-time data streams.


PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

Bachelors Degree or at least equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Applied Maths or Earth Sciences

At least 1 year experience in installing broadband seismometers in a variety of environments.

Experience in seismic network operation and data analysis in Linux.

Willing to travel for extended field work.
Full drivers licence

Desirable:

Experience in installation of broadband seismometers and digitizers with real-time digital telemetry
connection to a data centre.

Knowledge of computer network communication & seedlink protocol.

Willingness to assist with communicating innovations in network performance/data analysis methods through publications, reports and outreach activities.

The position is for an initial period of 12 months (a three- month probation period applies).
Starting salary will be in line with Government pay policy:
The appointment will be made at the Technical Officer grade, the New Entrant Salary Scale ranges from €42,133 by seven points to €55,590.   For pre-1995 public sector appointees, a lower Non-PPC salary scale will apply.

Applicants should upload a letter of application and CV, including the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system by close of business at 5pm on 28 November 2022.

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The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is a government-funded academic research
Institution. The Geophysics section in DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN), since 2017 with support from the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI).  DIAS is seeking to appoint a Community Seismology Programme Officer.  The position is for 4 days per week for a three-year period. The main task of the Officer is to establish and manage a new Community Seismology Programme (CSP) which will build the outreach component of the INSN.  Further details on the role are available here.

The following qualifications and experience are essential: 
•B.Sc. or equivalent in Physical/Mathematical/Geosciences ;
•Excellent communication skills and previous experience with operating social media accounts and editing websites;  
•Ability to familiarize with the installation and configuration procedures of low-cost seismometers, e.g. Raspberry Shake; 
•Ability to organize and run workshops to support school teachers and to foster an Irish citizen seismology community
•Awareness of, and interest to develop, physics, geoscience, physical geography or similar teaching modules

It is also desirable that candidates have experience with processing, analysing and visualizing scientific time domain data, ideally using python in a Linux environment and have previous experience with organizing outreach activities.

The successful candidate must also have a full driving license and a willingness to frequently travel to visit schools, attend public events and organize workshops.

The position is for a period of 36 months at which point additional funding will be sought.  The appointment will be made on a pro-rata basis on the New Entrant Salary Scale which ranges from €42,133 by seven points to €55,590 (full-time rates). For a pre-1995 public sector appointee, a lower Non-PPC scale will apply.   Starting salary will be in line with Government pay policy.

Applicants should upload a letter of application and CV, including the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system by close of business, at 5pm on 28 November 2022.

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The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applications for the permanent post of Estates and Facilities Officer.   

As the world’s second, and Ireland’s only, Institute for Advanced Studies, DIAS is a globally embedded institution that attracts scholars and academics from around the world.  It conducts and publishes advanced research across three areas: Celtic Studies, Theoretical Physics and Cosmic Physics (encompassing Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics).  

This newly established post will play a vital role in managing DIAS properties and facilities. Reporting directly to the CEO  & Registrar, the appointee will be responsible for ensuring that all DIAS properties and work facilities are managed effectively to support the strategic and operational needs of the organisation, and to meet health and safety requirements.     

Further details are available here. Interested candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system.

Salary Scale:  €50,973 - €64,133 (PPC scale).    Starting salary will be in line with public sector pay guidelines.  (A lower salary scale will apply for existing public servants serving before April 1995).    
   
Applicants should upload a letter of application, CV and the names of two referees, as one pdf file, onto the DIAS e-Recruitment system https://dias.ie/applyestatefacilitiesofficer by close of business on Wednesday, 20 July 2023.
   
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DIAS has a vacancy for a full-time permanent Technical Officer in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section (www.dias.ie/astrophysics). Principal responsibilities include: 


•	Technical and administrative support of research projects and grants (including grant preparation), including ordering and purchasing. 
•	Technical support for experimental laboratories and research infrastructures. 
•	General administrative support for staff and research students.  
•	Health and safety. 

Applicants must have a degree in a relevant subject and have experience in technical and administrative support of research projects. 

The successful candidate will be based primarily at Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin and will also be expected to work at DIAS Dunsink Observatory. They must be willing to travel both nationally and internationally.

Salary scale: €40,395 to €53,437 (new entrants to public sector  – a different scale applies for existing pre-1995 public servants). The starting salary will be in line with public sector regulations – new entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the minimum point. 

Further details on the position together with the application procedure are available at: https://dias.ie/technicalofficerastrophysicsinformationpage .

Candidates should upload a letter of application, a CV and the names of two referees, as one single pdf document, to the DIAS online e-recruitment system by 17:00 Irish Summer Time on Thursday, July 28, 2022.

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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Astronomy & Astrophysics Section working with the Planetary Magnetospheres Group [https://dias.ie/planetary_magnetospheres]. The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is a vibrant and inclusive community of more than 40 researchers working on planetary science, solar physics, space weather, star formation, and high-energy astrophysics.

The successful applicant will be involved in a project to apply machine learning and data analytics to the classification of planetary magnetospheres, using data from orbital spacecraft such as NASA’s MESSENGER at Mercury and NASA’s Juno at Jupiter. Labelled datasets will then be used to form the basis for statistical studies of large scale magnetospheric dynamics. The successful candidate will be working at the centre of a vibrant research group, collaborating with other researchers locally and internationally on the treatment and interpretation of spacecraft data.

This position is available for 2 years in the first instance, starting from September 2022 onwards. Remuneration is based on Science Foundation Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship team member budget scales (available here) and starting salary will depend on experience. Applicants need to have a PhD in space physics, computer science, or a closely related field. A good command of English, to at least IELTS level 6.5, is required for international applicants. Experience with programming in Python is advantageous.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system by 5pm on August 10th 2022: https://dias.ie/applypostdocfellowshipastrophysics 

Candidates should upload as one pdf document:
-	A covering letter explaining their motivation and research interests (1 page maximum)
-	A CV (2 pages maximum)
-	A list of publications
-	The names of up to 3 academic referees who may be contacted.

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity. Proposals for flexible working will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to include in their CV of any career breaks, and (if applicable) a short statement on any impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on their scientific productivity.

Please direct any enquiries about the position to: Prof. Caitriona Jackman cjackman@cp.dias.ie

Applications are invited for a 5-year postdoctoral research fellowship in the Astronomy and Astrophysics Section at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS). This “DIAS Research Fellowship in Astrophysics” is a fixed term contract and presents a unique opportunity for a talented researcher to pursue research questions of interest to them, in an institute with a track record and culture of excellence, independent critical enquiry and innovative frontier research.

Candidates should have a PhD and a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following areas of study (or a closely related field): Space Plasma Physics, Magnetospheric Physics, Heliospheric Physics, Planetary Science, Data-intensive Space Science, Machine Learning. Appointment will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellow will work independently but will also have the opportunity to collaborate closely with research groups within the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section at DIAS, in particular the Planetary Magnetospheres group. The Fellow will be based primarily at the DIAS Dunsink Observatory.

Further details on the position together with the application procedure are available at: https://dias.ie/informationpageresearchfellowastrophysics. The closing date for applications is 5pm on September 9th 2022.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system: 
https://dias.ie/applyresearchfellowastrophysics2022 

Candidates should upload as one pdf document:
-	A research proposal of up to 3 pages
-	A CV
-	A list of publications
-	The names of up to 3 academic referees who may be contacted.

The Fellowship salary scale is: €56,058-62,307 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution scale); €53,256 - 59,192 per annum (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale). The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity. Proposals for flexible working will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to include details in their CV of any career breaks, and (if applicable) a short statement on any impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on their scientific productivity.

Please direct any enquiries about the Fellowships to: Prof. Caitriona Jackman cjackman@cp.dias.ie

DIAS Astrophysics (dias.ie/astrophysics) is delighted to offer a Summer Studentship at DIAS Dunsink Observatory for 2 months in July and August.

DIAS Astrophysics undertakes research in solar physics, space weather, star formation, astrophysical jets, massive stars and high energy astrophysics.

DIAS Dunsink Observatory is operated by the section and is a designated European site of historical significance for physics. Meteor observations have been ongoing since 2016 at the observatory (dunsink.dias.ie/citizen-science/meteors/) and we are part of the UK/Ireland NEMETODE observing network and the Global Meteor Network (GMN).

The internship involves working with Dr Jonathan Mackey's research group on:
•testing (and potentially improving) a machine-learning algorithm, developed during a BSc final-year project, that can discriminate meteors from       planes/satellites/birds in GMN data;
•maintaining and upgrading our meteor cameras at Dunsink and around the country;
•processing existing stored data and sharing with the NEMETODE and GMN community;
•helping out with other citizen science initiatives at the Observatory.

A successful candidate should be in line for an honours degree and have an interest in a research career. Experience with linux operating systems, python programming, and computer networking would be an advantage.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship starting on 1st July 2022 (or shortly thereafter).

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 21st June 2022. Candidates will be notified by email the following week if they are through to the interview round.
The application should consist of:
1.a CV (max 2 pages),
2.a cover letter detailing why you would suit the role and why you wish to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),
3.a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for an honours degree.

The application and letter should be uploaded as a combined PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Tuesday 21st June 2022.  The weblink for submitting applications will be available very soon, please check back on this webpage for updates.
We look forward to receiving your application. For questions about the internship please contact dunsink@dias.ie.

The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is offering a postdoctoral fellowship for research on theoretical and computational astrophysics in the group of Dr. Jonathan Mackey. The project is to develop a multi-ion chemical-kinetics code module and use this to make 3D multi-ion simulations and synthetic observations of nebulae around evolved massive stars.

The scientific motivation is that evolved massive stars have winds with atypical elemental abundances, sometimes dramatically changing on timescales of 10,000 years. Interpreting observations of circumstellar nebulae can be difficult, but promises to give understanding of the uncertain evolutionary history of the central star(s). Elements such as H, He, C, N, O are expected to have spatially varying abundances within these nebulae, and their ions are both strong coolants and important diagnostic ions. A non-equilibrium and multi-ion module including collisional and photo-ionization allows to produce synthetic spectral line observations directly from simulation snapshots. These can be compared with, e.g., integral field unit observations such as with MUSE on the VLT, mid-IR spectroscopy with JWST, and potentially X-ray spectra from XMM-Newton and Chandra.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a salary starting at Level 2A Point 1 of the SFI February 2022 scale (€39,523) (plus pension and social insurance contributions), computer equipment needed for work, and a travel allowance. This is a fixed-term position for 2 years, including an initial probationary period. The proposed start date is September or October 2022, and the place of work will be DIAS Dunsink Observatory.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics or Astronomy & Astrophysics, with research experience in theoretical Astrophysics. Strong candidates should have demonstrated excellent mathematical and computational skills, be strongly self-motivated, able to conduct independent research as part of a team, and have excellent written and spoken English language skills. Experience with computational fluid-dynamics is beneficial, and ability to program in C++ and python is expected. Access to a local 160-core server and supercomputing time in Ireland will be provided, and application to other European supercomputing centres will be supported.

For informal scientific enquiries about the positions, contact Jonathan Mackey (mailto:jmackey@cp.dias.ie).

Candidates should send a curriculum vitae (2-page max.), a publication list, and a statement of research interests and career goals (2-page max.), all as a PDF document, and arrange for two letters of reference. 



The deadline for applications is Friday 8th July 2022 at 5pm Irish Summer Time.

More info:
+ Jonathan Mackey's webpage: https://homepages.dias.ie/jmackey/
+ Group page: https://dias.ie/massivestars
+ DIAS Astronomy & Astrophysics: https://dias.ie/astrophysics

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.   The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here:

https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf 

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The Geophysics Section of the School of Cosmic Physics, Dublin Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) invites applications for a Technical Officer to contribute to its activities in both Marine and Terrestrial seismology. The successful candidate will have (i) demonstrated experience and capability in both Marine & Terrestrial Instrumentation in Broad Band seismology (ii) Broad Band Seismic data extraction, archiving & instrument correction processing experience (iii) experience in Broad Band seismology data quality control (iv) field work experience in Broad Band seismology, ideally in challenging environments (v) demonstrated good computing skills in a Linux environment (vi) basic electronics capabilities. (vii) experience in handling seismic nodes, nodal data and processing data from nodal arrays. 
The successful candidate will support Technical aspects of our National marine geophysics infrastructure pool (www.iMARL.ie) and will be expected to work closely with and, where appropriate, support staff at the Irish National Seismic Network (www.INSN.ie).
The position has a substantial outdoors component, and the holder well be expected to undertake field work in demanding conditions both at sea and in remote and challenging terrestrial environments (both in Ireland & abroad). 

Duration: Full time. Permanent
Salary:  €40,395 to €53,437 (PPC scale). New Entrants will be appointed on the minimum point of the scale.   A lower scale will apply where the appointee is an existing civil/public servant recruited before April 1995 and not paying a Personal Pension Contribution.

Minimum Qualification:  Undergraduate degree in Geophysics or a related discipline. A post- graduate degree in a relevant discipline is highly desirable.  

Start date & Location:  As soon as possible. Based in Dublin.

To apply: Please submit a single pdf containing a c.v., a letter of application setting out  your interest in and fit for the position and the contact details of two referees.

Application deadline: 17:00 June 30, 2022 

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.   The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here:

https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf 

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Celtic Studies of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a position to offer a Summer Studentship. 

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship starting in June 2022. 

Applications will be considered from postgraduate or from undergraduates at a higher education institution who are in their final year, are in line for a first-class or 2.1 honours degree and have an interest in research. 

The DIAS School of Celtic Studies undertakes research in the broad field of the Celtic Languages medieval and modern and their associated literature and culture. 

The successful candidate will work on the Irish Script on Screen project being carried out in the School under the direction of one of our team. The work will be mainly cataloging work that can be carried out remotely or in house. Candidates should have access to desktop or laptop computer and internet connection in order to be able to participate. 

DIAS is committed to gender balance, equality and diversity. 

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday June 19th. Successful candidates will be notified by email. 



The application should consist of: 

i) a CV (max 2 pages), 

ii) a statement of why the applicant wants to pursue a career in the relevant research area (max 1 page), 

iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree (undergraduates) or a letter of support from the Research Supervisor (postgraduates). 

iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as pdf files (please do not use other formats) before the closing date to:
 

The Geophysics Section, School of Cosmic Physics, Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applications for an Assistant Professorship position in Seismology.  We seek an innovative and visionary seismologist with expertise in any area of seismology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and grow their own research programme whilst forming collaborative proactive relationships with other researchers and research programmes in the DIAS Geophysics Section, where appropriate. The development of strong international research connectivity is a key requirement. This is a research-focused position with no formal teaching duties. There is an expectation that the work will be communicated to a broader audience, outside the research sphere.  

The position is based in a vibrant location in Dublin city centre. It comes with a fully funded PhD studentship and access to significant computational and field equipment resources (both terrestrial & marine) in addition to administrative and technical support. 
The successful candidate will have a PhD in seismology (or a related discipline), and likely several years postdoctoral or junior faculty experience. You will have demonstrated research creativity and broader proactivity in the research groups in which you have worked.  
Established in 1940, the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is a Government funded research Institute. DIAS is a globally embedded institution that attracts scholars and academics from around the world.  It conducts and publishes advanced research across three disciplines: Celtic Studies, Theoretical Physics and Cosmic Physics. DIAS also leads Ireland’s participation in a number of international research endeavours that focus on big unanswered questions for humankind.

The Geophysics Section at DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (www.INSN.ie) and owns a significant pools of mobile seismic, magneto-telluric terrestrial and marine (www.imarl.ie) equipment.   
Section web site: https://www.dias.ie/cosmicphysics/geophysics/ 
Duration: Full time. Permanent.
Salary:  €55,506 to €87,728 depending on experience and qualifications (PPC scale). New Entrants to the Irish public service will be appointed on the minimum point of the scale.   A lower scale will apply where the appointee is an existing civil/public servant recruited before April 1995 and not paying a Personal Pension Contribution.

Qualifications:  PhD in seismology or related discipline. 
To apply: Please submit a single pdf containing your academic CV and a statement on your interest in and fit for the position 
Application deadline: 15:00 UTC, July 9, 2022.  
Start date & Location:  As soon as possible. Based in Dublin.   
DIAS is an equal opportunities employer
The DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here:
https://www.dias.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DIAS-Gender-Equality-and-Inclusion-Action-Plan-Web.pdf 

From Mid-April 2022 the DIAS Planetary Magnetospheres group, led by Prof. Caitriona Jackman, is offering a 3-month studentship for a bright, motivated candidate to work on a research project on planetary magnetospheric dynamics at Earth and to construct a database of Auroral Kilometric Radio emissions, using a newly developed Python software, to study Solar-Terrestrial Physics

The position would be full-time for 3 months and suitable for a new graduate or an early stage postgraduate. The aim is to allow a candidate to receive practical training in advanced research methods and to experience a research environment. The studentship would begin mid-May 2022 until mid-August 2022. The candidate would be mentored by Dr. Corentin Louis and will receive a tax-free stipend of €1,500 per month.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday April 29th 2022. 

Please attach a cover letter to your application, describing your motivation and skills for the proposed studentship.

Please note: Given the current situation in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic it is possible these positions will need to be offered on a remote working basis. Should this need arise, candidates should have access to desktop or laptop computer and internet connection in order to be able to participate

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity. If you have any queries please contact T: +353 1 614 0100

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Astronomy & Astrophysics Section working with the Solar Physics and Space Weather Group on the SURROUND cubesat mission and the STELLAR project. The Astronomy & Astrophysics Section is a vibrant and inclusive community of more than 40 researchers working on solar physics, space weather, planetary science, star formation, and high-energy astrophysics. 

The successful applicant will be involved in a Phase 0 study of SURROUND, a proposed constellation of cubesats monitoring solar radio bursts. The spacecraft will identify and track solar storms and solar radio bursts as they travel through the inner solar system. More information about the mission can be found on the SURROUND webpage, dias.ie/surround. 

The successful applicant will also be involved in the “Scientific and Technological Excellence by Leveraging LOFAR Advancements in Radio astronomy” (STELLAR) project with the Bulgarian National Astronomical Observatory and the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy (ASTRON) funded by Horizon 2020. The successful candidate will be involved in the development of software and training of researchers for LOFAR operations and data analysis. More information on STELLAR can be found at lofar.bg/stellar. 

This position is available for 1 year starting as soon as possible (preferably in May 2022).  Remuneration is based on Science Foundation Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship team member budget scales (available here) and starting salary will depend on experience. Applicants need to have a PhD in solar physics, engineering, or a closely related field. A good command of English, to at least IELTS level 6.5, is required for international applicants. Experience with programming in Python is advantageous.

Candidates should send a PDF copy of their transcript of records, CV (2 pages maximum), names of 2 referees, and a cover letter explaining their motivation and research interests (1 page maximum) to our online recruitment system by 22 April 2022, preferably as one PDF file. To apply please follow the link:https://dias.ie/applypostdocfellowship2022. Queries about the project can be sent to Dr Shane Maloney (shane.maoney@dias.ie) and Prof Peter Gallagher(peter.gallager@dias.ie).

DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion.

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a position to offer at least four Summer Studentships.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship starting in early June 2022.

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st class honours degree, have an interest in a research career in Theoretical Physics or Mathematics, while currently completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.
 
STP offers the opportunity to pursue junior research projects in quantum gravity, quantum field theory, string and M-theory, condensed matter physics and topics related to quantum computing.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, equality and diversity.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday April 24th. Successful candidates will be notified by email.

The application should consist of:
i) a CV (max 2 pages),
ii) a statement of why the applicant wants to pursue a career in the relevant research area (max 1 page),
iii) a letter from the head of department or other senior person in the department supporting the application and stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st class honours degree,
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as pdf files (please do not use other formats) before the closing date.

 

Data Manager 


Institute:Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies
Section:Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, Geophysics Section
Research Centre:SFI Research Centre in Applied Geosciences (iCRAG)

Post Duration:24 months
Research Project:iCRAG_Phase2
Reports to / Principal Investigator:Dr Jennifer Craig (and/or nominee)
HR Administrator Mary Buke (mburke@cp.dias.ie) 



Position Summary:

The iCRAG research centre is currently seeking a Data Manager to manage implementation, maintenance and refinement of data management practices across the Centre.

iCRAG is the world leading SFI Research Centre in Applied Geosciences and comprises of 150 researchers across eight universities and institutions including UCD, TCD, NUIG, UCC, DIAS, Teagasc, GSI and MU. Supported by Science Foundation Ireland and a wide range of domestic and international industry partners, iCRAG brings together a diverse team of researchers representing the full geosciences spectrum, working together to create solutions for a sustainable society. For further information, please visit: www.icrag-centre.org 

Although working across the multi-institution iCRAG consortium, the position will be primarily based at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Geophysics Section in Dublin city centre, with some secondments to other locations and institutes within the iCRAG network, particularly University College Dublin (UCD). DIAS is a government funded Research Institute and hosts certain national data, infrastructure and equipment pools. It operates the Irish National Seismic Network, www.INSN.ie in collaboration with the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI) and hosts both www.iMARL.ie a national Marine equipment pool and a large mobile seismic & magneto-telluric terrestrial instrument pool. DIAS also has strong collaboration with ICHEC, the Irish Centre for High End Computing. 
Due to the nature of the research being undertaken in DIAS, our researchers engage in big data projects and analysis in their daily work, defining the day-to-day working environment for the iCRAG Data Manager.  

iCRAG is seeking an expert in data management to work with research leaders and Centre management in order to ensure that the significant volume and diverse range of data (geological, geophysical, geochemical, environmental, statistical) produced by the Centre is stored in line with best practices and facilitates open access to both internal (centre researchers) and external (the publics) stakeholders. 

The role will include the opportunity to design, develop and establish a centralised data infrastructure, implementing procedures and protocols in line with best practice and compliance standards. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of all Centre data as well as management and development of suitable database infrastructures. In consultation with researchers, the post holder will also work to prepare, implement and monitor metadata and research data structures, including the registration of persistent identifiers for data sets and upkeep of catalogues of external database links. The Data Manager will hold responsibility for informing and monitoring data management practices of researchers across the Centre. They will work with iCRAG’s IT Manager to oversee the maintenance of documentation for the use of iCRAG’s platforms and servers as part of the centralised data management system.

The Data Manager may be asked to support other aspects of the iCRAG’s work when relevant and the appointee will be expected to have a flexible approach in this regard.

Salary Range:  €55,811-€60,814per annum*

* Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•Technical and administrative maintenance of all iCRAG data in close cooperation with iCRAG’s institutions and researchers at all necessary 
 levels.
•Development, refinement and management of a centralised data infrastructure to support data management across the Centre.
•Management and further development of iCRAG database features in close cooperation with the participating researchers.
•Preparation of metadata and research data structures in accordance with FAIR principles.
•Structuring and standardization of metadata, research data, and variables as a basis for interoperability curation of research data and      
 metadata to be imported. 
•Management of accessibility of data to both internal and external stakeholders. For internal stakeholders, this will require compilation and management of a catalogue of links to external databases holding iCRAG generated data in national or international repositories (e.g. Marine Institute, GSI, PANGAEA, BCO-DMO, Orfeus, EPOS etc). For external stakeholders, this will include registration and assignment of “Persistent Identifiers” (DOIs) for data sets.
•Consulting with and providing support to researchers via the centralised data system in handling and managing their research data within the        entire data lifecycle (collection, storage, research, integration, publication) as well as the use of the iCRAG data platforms.
•Updating the documentation for the use of the iCRAG platforms and servers via the centralised system.
•Liaising with relevant Centre stakeholders nationally and internationally, ensuring needs of both internal and external stakeholders are met effectively, in line with best practices and quality standards.


Selection Criteria:  
Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post.   Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria.



Mandatory:

•Third level degree
•At least 2 years experience in relevant management of data systems and infrastructure. 
•Experience in a research environment, preferably in geosciences.
•Advanced knowledge of research data management (e.g., metadata standards and best practice, legal aspects, data publishing).
•Broad experience in programming languages and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, C Sharp, BASH).
•Scientific understanding of projects, data analysis, metadata requirements and database software and database software (eg., BEXIS, SQL, R).
•Experience in real time data capture.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working with project partners and researchers about their data, metadata and 
 data publications.
•Excellent presentation and writing skills with a proven ability to disseminate complex requirements into accessible formats.

Desirable:

•General knowledge of the earth sciences.
•Knowledge of national and international geoscience/earth science databases and catalogues.
•Familiarity of standard practices and procedures of data management in the third-level education sector in Ireland, preferably in the geoscience spectrum.


Further Information for Candidates:

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at DIAS


The Institute recognises the right of all who work and attend at DIAS premises to be treated with dignity and respect. DIAS is committed to implementing and promoting measures to protect the dignity of our community within DIAS, and to encouraging respect for others. This is achieved by creating a work environment that is free from racism and harassment of any form and that facilitates an atmosphere of respect, openness, safety and equality. DIAS is an equal opportunities employer which embraces diversity and promotes employment equality.

Our DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan may be found here:

DIAS Gender Equality and Inclusion Action Plan



Supplementary information:

The Institute:	https://www.dias.ie/

The Section:	https://www.dias.ie/cosmicphysics/geophysics/

Relocation Expenses:
X	Will not apply

0       Will be applied 

Garda Vetting required:

X   NO

0  YES 

Informal Enquiries ONLY to:
Please note this section is optional. Applications will be addressed to an assigned HR administrator. 

Name:Dr Jennifer Craig
Title:Chief Operations Officer
Email address:	jennifer.craig@icrag-centre.org

Telephone:00353-01-716-2940

Application Procedure:

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system by 15 April 2022. 

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is an independent statutory research body established in 1940. Through its three constituent Schools it pursues fundamental research in Celtic Studies, Theoretical Physics and Cosmic Physics. The DIAS is funded by and reports directly to the Department of Education and Skills.

Aims
The aims of the Bergin Fellowship Scheme are twofold. Firstly, to make available to promising researchers near the start of their career a small number of relatively well-resourced medium-term positions in a world-class research environment from which to develop their academic careers. Secondly, to stimulate the research programed of the School of Celtic Studies with periodic infusions of new people and ideas. 
The name of the Fellowship honours Professor Osborn J. Bergin, first director of the School of Celtic Studies, and one of the outstanding Irish scholars of his generation.

Eligibility
Candidates should hold the degree of PhD (or equivalent) and should have relevant research experience. 

Selection Criteria
The award of DIAS Fellowships is based solely on the following criteria:

The candidate’s research record and promise.

The quality of the research proposal submitted.

The contribution of the proposed research to the overall research interests of the School. 

Research Support Facilities
Fellows will have full access to the School’s research infrastructure and facilities. Fellows will be eligible to receive support for travel for research purposes when funds allow.

Duties 
Fellows are required to devote themselves to research in consultation with the Director of the School and to participate fully in the life of the School. Fellows will be required to submit a progress report every twelve months to the Director of the School detailing the work undertaken during that period and giving an outline of work for the following year. They should be present to attend School lectures and seminars and contribute to its publishing programme. At a date no later than their third year fellows will be required to conduct a seminar series on a topic connected with their research, in accordance with the established practice of the School. They may be requested to cooperate in the preparation of funding proposals, and to collaborate in School projects.

Conditions of Appointment
Fellows will be appointed on the basis of a fixed-term contract of up to five years. Employment for the first year will be on a probationary basis. The salary scale attaching to the position is: €56,058, €58,105, €60,258, €62,275 (Personal Pension Contribution Scale),
€53,256, €55,200, €57, 246, €59,162 (Standard Scale).Starting salary will be at the minimum point.

Application Procedure
Candidates should submit their application, to include a standard academic CV and research proposal (no more than 4 pages) together with the contact details of three academic referees, by close of business on 15 April 2022.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion

www.dias.ie  #DIASdiscovers


COMHALTACHT UÍ AIMHIRGÍN

Institiúid neamhspleách reachtúil taighde a bunaíodh sa mbliain 1940 is ea Institiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath. Trí scoil atá inti ina ndéantar taighde bunaidh ar an Léann Ceilteach, an Fhisic Theoraiciúil agus an Fhisic Chosmach. Tá an Institiúid maoinithe ag an Roinn Oideachais agus Scileanna agus is di a thuairiscíonn sí.

Aidhm na Comhaltachta.
Tá aidhm dhúbailte ag an scéim seo. Ar thaobh amháin, postanna meán-téarmacha atá maoinithe go sách maith i dtimpeallacht thaighde den scoth a sholáthar do thaighdeoirí a bhfuil gealladh fúthu chun go bhféadfaidh siad forbairt a dhéanamh ar a n-obair acadúil. Ar an dtaobh eile, cur le cláracha taighde na hInstitiúide trí dhaoine agus smaointe nua a thabhairt isteach go rialta.
Is i gcuimhne ar Osborn Ó hAimhirgín, céadstiúrthóir Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh agus duine de phríomhscoláirí Gaeilge a linne, a ainmníodh an chomhaltacht.

Intofacht.
Ba cheart go mbeadh taithí mhaith ag iarrthóirí ar thaighde ábhartha agus céim PhD (nó a comhionann de chéim) a bheith bainte amach acu.

Critéir Roghnaithe.
Cáilíocht thaighde an iarrthóra agus an gealladh atá faoi/fúithi.
Cáilíocht an togra taighde, ar chóir dó a bheith ag teacht leis an taighde a bhíonn ar siúl sa Scoil.

Áiseanna Tacaíochta Taighde.
Beidh teacht ag comhaltaí ar áiseanna taighde  na Scoile. Chomh maith leis sin beidh siad in ann liúntas taistil cuí a fháil nuair a bhíonn airgead ann chuige sin.

Dualgais.
Ní mór do chomhaltaí a gcuid ama a chaitheamh ar thaighde i gcomhairle le Stiúrthóir na Scoile agus páirt iomlán a ghlacadh i saol na Scoile. Caithfidh comhaltaí tuarascáil in aghaidh na bliana a chur faoi bhráid an Stiúrthóra, ina gcuirfear síos ar an dul chun cinn atá déanta acu go dtí sin agus ina leagfar amach plean oibre don bhliain ina dhiaidh.
Ba chóir dóibh a bheith i láthair ag léachtaí agus seimineáir a eagraíonn an Scoil agus cur le clár foilsithe na Scoile. Ní mór dóibh sraith de sheimineáir bainteach lena dtionscnamh taighde a thabhairt ag stáitse nach deireanaí ná an tríú bliain den Chomhaltacht. B’fhéidir go n-iarrfaí orthu cabhrú le hiarratais ar mhaoiniú a chur le chéile, agus cuidiú le tionscnaimh thaighde na Scoile.

Coinníollacha Ceapacháin.
Ceapfar comhaltaí ar bhonn conradh spriocthéarma suas go 5 bliana. Is mar thréimhse phromhaidh a bheidh an chéad bhliain.
Is é scála an tuarastail:
€56,058, €58,105, €60,258, €62,275 (Scála Ranníocaíochtaí Pinsean Pearsanta),
€53,256, €55,200, €57, 246, €59,162 (Scála Caighdeánach)

Ceapfar comhaltaí ag an íosphointe.

Iarratais.
Ba cheart d’ iarrthóirí achoimre (nach faide ná 4 leathanach) dá dtogra taighde, curriculum vitae agus ainmneacha triúr moltóirí a sheoladh isteach trí chóras ríomhearcaíochta na hInstitiúide https://dias.ie/applyberginfellowship2022 faoin 15 Aibreán 2022.
Tá Institiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath tiomanta don chomhionannas inscne, éagsúlacht agus ionchuimsiú.

In early 2022 the DIAS Planetary Magnetospheres group, led by Prof. Caitriona Jackman, is offering an opportunity by way of a  3-month studentship for a bright, motivated candidate to be mentored in research  methods on a research project linking planetary magnetospheric dynamics at Mercury with cutting edge machine learning techniques and approaches.

The position would be full-time for 3 months and suitable for a new graduate or an early stage postgraduate. The aim is to allow a candidate to receive practical training in advanced research methods and to experience a research environment. The studentship would begin from February 1st 2022 and end on April 31st 2022. The candidate would be mentored by Prof. Jackman and will receive a tax-free stipend for €1,500 per month.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Thursday January 20th 2022. The successful candidate will be notified by email within 1 week.

Please note: Given the current situation in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic it is possible these positions will need to be offered on a remote working basis. Should this need arise, candidates should have access to desktop or laptop computer and internet connection in order to be able to participate.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity. Please apply here.

The School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies has a number of PhD studentship places available in theoretical physics, to start as early as March 2022 but no later than September 2022.

These positions are fully funded and cover university fees and an annual stipend of €18500 (tax-free) for 4 full years.

Applicants are welcome from all fields of theoretical and mathematical physics, such as quantum gravity, cosmology and particle physics.

Qualifications and personal qualities:

Applicants must:
Hold a master's degree (MPhys/MSci/MPhil) or the equivalent in physics or mathematics (1st class Hons or equivalent), or must be finishing before the start of the PhD.
Be able to work independently and in a structured manner, and demonstrate good collaborative skills.
Be proficient in both written and oral English.


Your application must include:
1- A brief account of your research interests and motivation for applying for the position (max 1 page)
2- Your CV
3- Copies of your academic transcript
4- Recommendation letters from two referees one of whom should be your academic tutor or final year project advisor

How to apply:
Applicants should send their application with the information requested above via our online recruitment system: https://dias.ie/applyPhDStudentshipsTheoreticalPhysics 

The application deadline is March 31, 2022. Late applications will be considered until the positions are filled.

For further information please visit:
https://www.dias.ie/stp/

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity.


*University fees covered are EU home fees which apply to EU
citizens, fees associated with international applicants are not
covered unless a waiver can be negotiated.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) invites applications for a 4 years PhD position in marine seismology. The position is at the Geophysics Section, Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS), and is part of a project on the seismo-acoustic sensing of the changing North Atlantic Ocean and its climate.

Application Deadline: 1st February 2022

Description: The North Atlantic Ocean sustains some of the most extreme weathers and sea states, that fluctuate with the changing storm tracks in response to climate variability. Ocean wave generated seismo-acoustic noise (microseism) contains valuable information about storm activity, sea state and atmospheric processes. In addition, the associated Rayleigh surface waves, coupling the water column and the solid Earth as they propagate from the deep ocean to land, are sensitive to changes in the ocean that are affecting their propagation, such as ocean water temperature. The project aims to investigate how the unique complementary information present in the seismo-acoustic noise wavefield can provide valuable insights on the changing North Atlantic environment and its long-term atmosphere-ocean-land coupling.

Through the project, the PhD candidate will build a 3D seismo-acoustic model that covers the North Atlantic region. He/she will then use the model to perform numerical simulations to further characterize the observed seismic wavefield in the North Atlantic, in particular connecting deep ocean microseisms events with land observations. With the integration of real seismic data from the North Atlantic seaboard with 3D simulations, the candidate will map the seismo-acoustic depth sensitivity of Rayleigh waves to acoustic velocity fluctuations across the ocean’s water column and develop novel remote sensing capability for the “seismic” storm tracking in the North Atlantic. 

In addition, the PhD candidate will be involved in the collection of new offshore seismo-acoustic data and the use of distributed acoustic sensors (DAS) technology in order to further study the noise wavefield recorded at the seafloor and develop new techniques for continuous high resolution remote monitoring of deep ocean processes from land.

The student will be supervised by Florian Le Pape and co-supervised by Chris Bean.

Duration: The PhD position is funded for 4 years. 
Salary: €18,500 annual stipend.
Start date: As soon as possible

Qualifications: Applicants are expected to be within 4 years from the degree that in their country, or in the country of appointment, gives access to a PhD. They should have a background in Earth Sciences or Physics, with a strong analytical and computing skills, as well as good English proficiency.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity. 

We offer an exciting opportunity to lead innovative public engagement projects at the historic DIAS Dunsink Observatory. 

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking an enthusiastic and creative person to run public-facing events including Ireland’s first space-themed escape room [Dunsink.dias.ie/escaperoom], and to develop and deliver new content around the themes of Data Science and Space Science, reflecting the modern, cutting edge work of the Astronomy and Astrophysics sections. 

This will include new Space Weather-themed content linked to the Magnetometer Network of Ireland [magie.ie]. The successful applicant will report directly to Dr. Sophie Murray and Prof. Caitriona Jackman.

Further details are available here [https://dias.ie/PublicEngagementOfficer]. 
 
Applications should consist of a letter of application, CV and the names of two referees by 5pm on January 21th 2022.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity.

www.dias.ie www.dunsink.dias.ie #DIASdiscovers

The School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced
Studies invites applications for one (possibly two) junior
post-doctoral scholarships in theoretical physics. Applicants are
welcome from all fields of theoretical and mathematical physics;
however, preference will be given to applicants with an overlap of
interest with research areas where the school is already active.

Closing date for applications is Monday 10 January 2022.

Applications should apply with a CV, research statement, list of
publications and three letters of recommendation via the DIAS website:
At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity.

A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship is available in the School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. This is a dedicated research position for up to five years.

Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, Mathematical Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Theory, Quantum Information, Quantum Computing and Theoretical Cosmology.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system:
https://dias.ie/applyschrodingerfellowship 

Candidates should upload a letter of application together with a CV, a list of publications and a research proposal and arrange for the upload of three academic references via the same system.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 16 January 2022(by 23:59)Irish Time.

Appointments will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellowship salary scale  is: €53,876 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution  scale); €51,183 - €56,888 per annum (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale).  The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

At DIAS, we are committed to building an inclusive scientific community, distinguished by scientific excellence, gender balance, and diversity.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS) invites applications for a 14-month postdoctoral position in seismology. The focus of the position is on non-linear wave propagation and broad band deformation signal, close to faults. The position is at the Geophysics Section, DIAS, and is funded through the DEEP project.
DEEP is financed through GEOTHERMICA, a cofund between the European Commission and various National Funding Agencies. It is closely aligned to its predecessor, the COSEISMIQ project, in terms of its overall goals. 
The aim of this postdoctoral project is to better understand how to extract near borehole fault zone property information, using borehole DAS and geophone string data for a deep geothermal field.  The focus is to identify and study subtle features in wave propagation (e.g. non-linear and attenuation effects) that hold information about the physical conditions of near borehole faults. Data are already available to the project through other partners in the consortium. There is no field element to this work.  Experience in handling large seismological datasets is essential as is experience in numerical simulations of wave propagation. Previous experience in non-linear wave effects will be an advantage.  
Duration: 14-month
Salary:  €37,874- €40,221 depending on experience and qualifications.
Start date:  As soon as possible. 
Qualifications: A PhD in seismology is required. Substantial computing and programming experience and a good command of English are essential. A publication record commensurate with career stage is expected.   

DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion

 
Two PhD positions are now available as part of the IMPROVE (Innovative Multi-disciplinary European Research training network on VolcanoEs) initiative. All positions are for a length of 36 months, with EU standard salary for MSCA-ETN fellowships. The anticipated start date is March 2022.
Candidates must meet the following requisites:

1.Be of any nationality, but not having resided or carried out their main activity (job, studies, …) in the country of appointment for more than 1 year in the past 3 years.
2.Be within 4 years from the degree that in their country, or in the country of appointment, gives access to a PhD.
3.Not having completed a PhD. Current PhD students can apply.
For further information on the project and positions, please see the IMPROVE website: http://www.improve-etn.eu/index.php/2021/06/22/15-early-stage-researcher-positions-available/

ESR position 7

Time lapse virtual & earthquake source seismic imagery at Krafla
Superviser: Chris Bean
•to explore current limits and potential of seismic exploration techniques, including seismic reflections from natural and industrial seismic noise and earthquake sources, through comparison with unique knowledge of chamber roof location from drilling;
•to use new techniques to extract body waves from noise correlation seismograms;
•to deploy state-of-the-art borehole seismometers as a complement to the surface seismic network, and test additional technological developments of high temperature and corrosion resistant seismic sensors (in cooperation with GSL).

ESR position 8

Exploring deformation processes at Etna through analogue modelling – nearfield and dynamic seismic wave analysis
Superviser: Chris Bean 
•to use near field analysis methods to search for static deformations in output data from laboratory experiments;
•to apply coda wave interferometry to look for seismic signatures associated with known deformation in analogues models;
•to relate sub-surface processes to surface changes, focusing on frequencies within the transitional window between conventional ground deformation and seismic investigations.

Closing Date: 17 December 2021

DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion.

DIAS SUMMER STUDENTSHIPS - ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS - 2021

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme in 2021, DIAS Astrophysics (www.dias.ie/astrophysics) is delighted to offer two Summer Studentships. 

DIAS Astrophysics undertakes research in solar physics, space weather, star formation, astrophysical jets, massive stars and high energy astrophysics. DIAS  Dunsink Observatory is operated by the section and is a is a designated European site of historical significance for physics. (www.dias.ie/dunsink).
A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on 7 June 2021.

DIAS Astrophysics is committed to gender balance so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 23 April 2021.  Successful candidates will be notified by email by early May.

The application should consist of

i) a CV (max 2 pages),
ii) a cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree. 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday, 23 April 2021.  

DIAS SUMMER STUDENTSHIPS - GEOPHYSICS - 2021

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the Geophysics section of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a position to offer one Summer Studentship.

DIAS geophysics has significant experience in field work design, data delivery and advanced research. It runs the Irish National Seismic Network (www.insn.ie) and the Ireland Array networks, and has designed and coordinated extensive seismic field deployments in the NE Atlantic (offshore), Iceland, Tenerife, Italy, Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands.

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on or before 07 June 2021.

DIAS Geophysics is committed to gender balance and diversity. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 23 April 2021. Successful candidates will be notified by email in early May.

The application should consist of
  
i) a CV (max 2 pages),
ii) a cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree.
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday 23 April 2021.

DIAS SUMMER STUDENTSHIPS  – CELTIC STUDIES - 2021

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme in 2021, DIAS School of Celtic Studies (https://www.dias.ie/celt/) is able to offer two Summer Studentships. 

The DIAS School of Celtic Studies undertakes research in the broad field of the Celtic Languages medieval and modern and their associated literature and culture.

Successful candidates will work on one of the research or archiving projects being carried out in the School under the direction of one of our team.

Applications will be considered from postgraduate or from undergraduates at a higher education institution who are in their final year, are in line for a first-class or 2.1 honours degree and have an interest in research.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship ideally starting on 7 June 2021.

DIAS School of Celtic Studies is committed to gender balance so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 23 April 2021. Successful candidates will be notified by email as soon as possible after that date.

The application should consist of

i) a CV (max 2 pages)
ii) a cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page)
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree (undergraduates) or a letter of support from the Research Supervisor (postgraduates). 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday, 23 April 2021. 

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted  to be in a position to offer at least 4 Summer Studentships.
 
The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship from the beginning of June until the end of July. 

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st class honours degree, have an interest in a research career in Theoretical Physics or Mathematics and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution. 

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

STP offers the opportunity to pursue junior research projects in quantum gravity, quantum field theory, string and M-theory, condensed matter physics and topics related to quantum computing. 
The closing date for applications is 12 midnight on Monday April 26th . Successful candidates will be notified by email later in May. 

The application should consist of 

i) a CV (max 2 pages),
ii) a statement of why the applicant wants to pursue a career in the relevant research area (max 1 page), 
iii) a letter from the head of department or other senior person in  the department supporting the application and stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st class honours degree, 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a pdf file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on April 26th. 

An exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of Ireland’s only independent Institute for Advanced Studies is presented. The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking an experienced executive to support the development and implementation of policies and initiatives supporting the attainment of strategic goals and objectives as set out in it’s strategy, ‘Embedded globally, strength locally’.Reporting directly to, and working closely with, the Registrar/CEO, the appointee will be the Institute’s external liaison officer, and play a key role in the communication of the organisation’s impact. 

Applicants should upload a  letter of application, CV and the names of two referees  by 5pm on 11 March 2021.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant.  This is a permanent position with responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable within the organisation. Other duties include maintaining inventory records, and a
ssisting in the management of external funding. The conditions attaching to the appointment will be in line with general public sector regulations.   
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application and detailed CV by close of business on 8 January 2021. 
DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion

www.dias.ie   #DIASdiscovers

The School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced
Studies invites applications for one (possibly two) junior
post-doctoral scholarships in theoretical physics. Applicants are
welcome from all fields of theoretical and mathematical physics;
however, preference will be given to applicants with an overlap of
interest with research areas where the school is already active.

Closing date for applications is Monday 10 January 2022.

Applications should apply with a CV, research statement, list of
publications and three letters of recommendation via the DIAS website:

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity.

A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship is available in the School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. This is a dedicated research position for up to five years.

Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, Mathematical Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Theory, Quantum Information, Quantum Computing and Theoretical Cosmology.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system:
https://www.dias.ie/positions/

Candidates should upload a letter of application together with a CV, a list of publications and a research proposal and arrange for the upload of three academic references via the same system.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 10 January 2021.

Appointments will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellowship salary scale  is: €53,876 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution  scale); €51,183 - €56,888 per annum (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale).  The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) wishes to appoint an experienced Senior IT Support Manager who will join a small and highly dedicated team. The team is responsible for all aspects of planning, development and maintenance of IT infrastructure, for the delivery of desktop and local infrastructure service, and for the provision of end-user support to all our employees and researchers across our multi-sited organization. Reflecting the current and ever evolving nature of our research and administrative needs, the DIAS IT environment consists of a wide spectrum of systems and software. Our learning environment requires an avid interest in skills development and in emerging technologies.

Within this context, the role that is now available will primarily, but not exclusively, support the Office of the Registrar & CEO, Central Administration and the School of Celtic Studies. In these areas, users primarily work on Linux and Windows servers, accessing them via Linux-based thin clients. Linux and Windows standalone workstations backed by Linux-based network storage are also used where required.

The Senior IT Support Manager will support the enhancement, and strategic development, of our organisation through the:

•	Support of analysis of organisational requirements and translation into technical and/or administrative solutions.
•	Implementation of best practice, and the documenting of the configuration of current infrastructure services
•	Creation or modification of Standard Operating Procedures, and other policies
•	Provision of efficient and timely desktop, local infrastructure and end-user support,
•	Support of specific strategic infrastructures such as the Irish Script on Screen (ISOS)
•	Support of specific project work relating to the adoption of up to date and relevant technologies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

•	A broad knowledge of infrastructure, network, security, cloud and DR technologies.
•	An ability to troubleshoot standard networking services and protocols, in addition to resolving complex technical issues
•	An experience with modern accountancy, HR and other administrative software, including the ability to review, automate existing business processes in these areas;
•	An ability to maintain modern Web applications
•	A solid understanding of Linux and Windows both at desktop and server level, including ideally fluency with the command line and good scripting skills
•	An ability to support business analysis, and follow through to required technical and administrative implementation
•	Proven experience of project management
•	Proven experience in the preparation of protocols and documentation
•	Excellent verbal and written skills
•	Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

In addition, the following would be beneficial for a candidate:
•	An ability to design, configure and maintain heterogeneous systems consisting of several interoperating Linux and Windows machines
 
•	A good knowledge of virtualisation of Linux and Windows within Linux-based host environments and cloud based solutions
•	An experience with modern software and Web development;
•	A good practical knowledge of Mac OS X and/or other Unix flavours;
•	A good practical knowledge of computing and networking hardware.

The successful candidate would be expected to engage in mutual learning from the existing team to address skills needs.

Contract duration: An initial 5 year fixed term contract, with the possibility of a permanent appointment. Salary scale €52,356 - €61,740 p.a. (Personal Pension Contribution scale);  €49,739 -
€58,653 p.a. (Non- PPC scale for pre-existing public servants).	The starting salary will be in line with public sector regulations – new entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the minimum point.

Further information can be obtained from DIAS Head of IT, Dr. Dmitri Grigoriev dmitri.grigoriev@dias.ie and the Office of the Registrar & CEO, registrarsoffice@dias.ie.

To apply, please upload your cover letter and CV as a single PDF file and nominate two referees. Candidates should submit an application by close of business on 8 January 2021.

DIAS has a vacancy for a full-time permanent Technical Officer in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section (www.dias.ie/astrophysics). Principal responsibilities include: Technical and administrative support of research projects and grants (including grant preparation); website and library maintenance; staff and student administrative and technical support, and; support for public engagement activities at DIAS Dunsink Observatory (www.dias.ie/dunsink). Further details on the position are available at www.dias.ie.    

Applicants must have a degree in a technical subject (astrophysics, physics or related) and have experience in technical and administrative support of research projects in physics and/or astrophysics.

Candidates should submit an application through the DIAS online e-recruitment system by close of business on 27 November 2020.

The successful candidate will be based at DIAS Dunsink Observatory in Dublin 15, and will also be expected to work at DIAS offices in central Dublin. They must also be willing to travel both nationally and internationally. 

Salary scale: €39,469 – 52,382 (new entrants to public sector  – a different scale applies for existing public servants) The starting salary will be in line with public sector regulations – new entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the minimum point.  

DIAS is committed to gender balance, diversity and inclusion

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DIAS Dunsink Observatory (www.dias.ie/dunsink) is part of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. 

Situated in north-west Dublin, it has been recognised by the European Physical Society as a site of historical importance. There are many artefacts on site which are of immense interest, including items which reflect the legacy of the site’s most famous director Sir William Rowan Hamilton.

Some key pieces of astronomical equipment and special texts (including log books of astronomical observations) have been retained for display at public open nights. However, there are significant stores of books in two library rooms on the upper floors of the observatory which have been partially catalogued. We need an intern with expertise in library science to assist us with completing cataloguing of this treasured collection.
 
The work may include the following:
- Cataloguing the items
- Undertaking any necessary cleaning or conservation of items
- Identifying themes of interest which may inform future public exhibitions at Dunsink
- Identifying items which may require further conservation (and obtaining quotes for same)
- Arranging the archive in line with best practice for future consultation by researchers, astronomical enthusiasts, and the general public
- Production of a report at the end of the internship to summarise the work completed and any outstanding tasks for future.

Likely duration of role: 4 weeks in first instance, follow-up work later depending on what is required
 
Closing date: 31th of July

Pay offered: €1500 per month

Location: Dunsink Observatory is on Dunsink Lane, Dublin 15, close to Ashtown and Blanchardstown. The archivist would be expected to work on site at the observatory for the duration of the internship
 
Enquiries direct to Prof. Peter Gallagher, Director of DIAS Dunsink Observatory peter.gallagher@dias.ie

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS; www.dias.ie) invites applicants for the Hamilton PhD Scholarship. The Scholarship is funded by DIAS and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake 4 years of PhD research based at the Astronomy & Astrophysics Section of DIAS and registered as a postgraduate student at Trinity College Dublin.
 
The theme of research for this scholarship is to explore low frequency radio emission from particle acceleration in the solar atmosphere. On a daily basis, the solar atmosphere erupts with huge quantities of energy, accelerating particles to near light-speed and emitting light from across the electromagnetic spectrum. Solar radio bursts (SRBs) regularly occur during this activity, but their relationship to other solar eruptive phenomena is still subject of much investigation. This research will explore the statistical relationship between solar eruptive events and SRBs using archival data that has been documented for the past number of solar cycles (30+ years). The statistics of these radio bursts and how they vary over several solar cycles has not been explored in the modern era of observations, and this research will aim to uncover new relationships between SRBs, solar flares and eruptive solar events. Furthermore, there exists a growing archive of SRB observations with the Low Frequency Array (LOFAR), which is Europe’s most advanced radio telescope, consisting of 50 stations spread across eight European countries. The student will have the opportunity to develop advanced imaging algorithms for LOFAR solar observations in order to explore the relationship between SRB activity during solar eruptive events. LOFAR is a state-of-the-art imaging telescope, and its use in observing the Sun in the radio domain will uncover new physics associated with particle acceleration in the atmosphere of the Sun.
 
Applicants are expected to have a honours degree in Physics or Astrophysics, with at least a 2.1 grade. Data analysis and programming experience is required (e.g., Python, IDL, or similar).
 
The Scholarship is fully funded, covering university fees and a living stipend paid to the successful applicant.
 
Details on www.lofar.ie and our research work can be obtained at www.dias.ie/astrophysics. 
 
Further information on the Scholarship can be obtained from Dr. Eoin Carley at eoin.carley@dias.ie.
 
The application should include: A cover letter, CV (include the names of two referees) and a  transcript of university grades.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking applications for the above permanent post that combines reception work and general administrative support to the Senior Management team.  The successful candidate will have previous reception and administrative experience, ideally in a similar dual role.    

Candidates must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and excellent IT skills.  A working knowledge of the Irish language and experience with social media will also be an advantage.  

Interested candidates should submit  a detailed CV and cover letter by Monday, 15 June 2020. 

As part of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies Summer Studentships programme in 2020, DIAS Astronomy & Astrophysics (www.dias.ie/astrophysics) is delighted to offer  a number of Summer Studentships. 

DIAS Astronomy & Astrophysics undertakes research in solar physics, space weather, star formation, astrophysical jets, massive stars and high energy astrophysics. DIAS Dunsink Observatory is operated by the section and is a is a designated European site of historical significance for physics. (www.dias.ie/dunsink).
A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on June 02nd.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Thursday, May 07th. Successful candidates will be notified by email by the middle of May.

The application should consist of

i) A CV (max 2 pages),
ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree. 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Monday, May 04th. 

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted  to be in a position to offer 2 Summer Studentships.
 
The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship starting on June  02nd. 

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st class honours degree, have an interest in a research career in Theoretical Physics or Mathematics and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution. 

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

STP offers the opportunity to pursue junior research projects in quantum gravity, quantum field theory, string and M-theory, condensed matter physics and topics related to quantum computing. 
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday May 04th . Successful candidates will be notified by email later in May. 

The application should consist of 

i) a CV (max 2 pages),
ii) a statement of why the applicant wants to pursue a career in the relevant research area (max 1 page), 
iii) a letter from the head of department or other senior person in  the department supporting the application and stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st class honours degree, 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a pdf file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on May 04th. 

Scéim na Mac Léinn Samhraidh – Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh - 2020

Beidh dó intéirneacht ar fáil i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh mar chuid de Scéim na Mac Léinn Samhraidh 2020.

Déantar taighde i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh ar ghort leathan na dteangacha Ceilteacha, idir shean agus nua, agus ar an litríocht agus an cultúr a ghabhann leo.

Beidh iarrthóirí a n-éiríonn leo sa chomórtas ag obair ar thionscnamh taighde nó cartlannaíochta de chuid na Scoile faoi stiúir duine den fhoireann anseo. 

Glacfar le hiarratais ó iarchéimithe, agus ó fhochéimithe atá ag dul i dtreo ardchaighdeán (onóracha den chéad ghrád nó 2:1) a bhaint amach i scrúduithe na céime in institiúid tríu leibhéal.

Íocfar stipinn de €3,000 ar son intéirneachta a mhairfeas dhá mhí, ag tosú más féidir ar an 02 Meitheamh. 

Tá Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh tiomanta don chomhionannas agus cuirfear fáilte dá réir sin  roimh iarratais ó fhir agus ó mhná.

5.00 an 4 Bealtaine an dáta deiridh le haghaidh iarratas.

Ba cheart go mbeadh na nithe seo a leanas san iarratas:

    i) Curriculum Vitae (2 lch ar a mhéid)
    ii) Litir chlúdaigh ina míneoidh an t-iarrthóir an fáth a bhfuil sé/sí ag brath ar thabhairt faoin taighde mar ghairm (lch amháin ar a mhéid)
    iii) Litir thacaíochta ó stiúrthóir an chúrsa ag dearbhú go bhfuil mianach san iarrthóir ardonóracha a bhaint amach sa scrúdú deiridh (fochéimithe) nó litir thacaíochta ón stiúrthóir taighde (iarchéimithe).
    iv) Ba cheart an t-iarratas a uasluchtú mar chomhad PDF (ná baintear leas as córas ar bith eile) roimh 5.00 ar an Luain, 4 Bealtaine.

DIAS Summer Studentships – Celtic Studies - 2020

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme in 2020, DIAS School of Celtic Studies ( https://www.dias.ie/celt/) is able to offer some Summer Studentships. 

The DIAS School of Celtic Studies undertakes research in the broad field of the Celtic Languages medieval and modern and their associated literature and culture.

Successful candidates will work on one of the research or archiving projects being carried out in the School under the direction of one of our team.

Applications will be considered from postgraduate or from undergraduates at an higher education institution who are in their final year, are in line for a first-class or 2.1 honours degree and have an interest in a research.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship ideally starting on June 02nd .

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 04th May. Successful candidates will be notified by email as soon as possible after that date.

The application should consist of

i) A CV (max 2 pages)
ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page)
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree (undergraduates) or a letter of support from the Research Supervisor (postgraduates). 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Monday, 04th May.

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the Geophysics section of the School of Cosmic Physics, of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a position to offer 2 Summer Studentships.

DIAS geophysics has significant experience in field work design, data delivery and advanced research. It runs the Irish National Seismic Network (www.insn.ie) and the Ireland Array networks, and has designed and coordinated extensive seismic field deployments in the NE Atlantic (offshore), Iceland, Tenerife, Italy, Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands.

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on or before June 02nd.

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday, May 4th. Successful candidates will be notified by email by the middle of May.

The application should consist of
  
i) A CV (max 2 pages),
ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),
iii) A letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree.
iv) The application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Monday May 04th.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking an experienced administrator to provide HR and general administrative support.     Supporting the work of the office of the Registrar & CEO, this is an exciting role for a motivated individual who will have the opportunity to interact with colleagues across the Institute.   

This is a permanent position. Candidates must have previous administrative experience, ideally including HR administration and possess excellent communication/ interpersonal and IT skills.   This is a busy and varied role and the successful candidate must be highly organised and able to work on their own initiative.      

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a new post of Senior Professor in Physics (astrophysics, geophysics or theoretical physics) under the Senior Academic Leadership Initiative (SALI). Applications are sought in line with the requirements set out in Ireland’s Higher Education Authority 2019 SALI Call Document.  The post of Senior Professor is the most senior academic position in DIAS.

DIAS has been awarded this post, under this unique initiative, to help address female under-representation at the most senior academic level in the above areas.   This senior academic leadership role will enable the successful candidate to play a key role in shaping their School and the Institute. 

The successful candidate will be operating at the forefront of their field of research and will have a proven capacity for providing effective leadership within their discipline.  

DIAS, as the world’s second institute for advanced studies, has for 80 years pushed the boundaries of discovery and, today, it is a globally-embedded institution that attracts the highest calibre researchers from around the world.

Whist SALI  gives priority to highly qualified female candidates within the boundaries of what is legally permissible, in order to address their underrepresentation; preferential consideration of female candidates is excluded if other reasons worthy of legal protection prevail. In exceptional circumstances, candidates who are in a minority or protected under Irish social legislation, or who also belong to an underrepresented minority in academic posts may be considered if the institution can clearly articulate reasons worthy of legal protection as to why they should be considered.

Lindsay PhD Scholarship 
Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies/Armagh Observatory & Planetarium

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) and Armagh Observatory & Planetarium (AOP) invite applicants for the Lindsay PhD Scholarship, named after Eric M Lindsay, seventh Director of Armagh Observatory. The Scholarship is jointly funded by DIAS and AOP and the successful candidate would be expected to be based at DIAS but also spend time at AOP.

We wish to use I-LOFAR (based at Birr Castle, Ireland; www.lofar.ie) and the full LOFAR array (www.lofar.org) to explore plasma emission bursts produced by coronal shock fronts and plasma emission bursts produced by coronal
shock fronts on the Sun, and perhaps on other stars. The metric radio emission of M dwarfs is currently poorly explored, but new instruments such as LOFAR can fill that gap. Furthermore we also anticipate that optical data from GOTO (www.goto-observatory.org) and TESS (tess.mit.edu) will be used to study stellar flares, and in particular the occurrence rate of super-flares on solar-like stars. TESS will give us more than 400 Solar-type stars with near continuous, high cadence, observations of nearly a year with a repeat set of observations a year later which will be the equivalent of observing the Sun for thousands of years.

The Scholarship is fully funded with the university fees and a living stipend paid to the successful applicant.

Details on Lofar and our research work can be obtained at  www.armagh.space and www.dias.ie

Further information on the Scholarship can be obtained from Prof. Peter Gallagher (peter.gallagher@dias.ie) or Dr Marc Sarzi (marc.sarzi@armagh.ac.uk).

Senior Executive Officer: Strategy Implementation and Impact

An exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of Ireland’s only independent Institute for Advanced Studies is presented.  The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is seeking an experienced executive to manage initiatives supporting the implementation of it’s new strategy, Embedded globally, Strength Locally’ https://www.dias.ie/2018/11/19/dias-strategy-2018-2022/ Reporting directly to the Registrar/CEO, the appointee will be focused on the implementation of new institute-wide programmes and co-ordinate strategic development activities.  The appointee will be the Institute’s liaison officer for public and private non-academic parties, and play a key role in the communication of the organisation’s impact. 
Candidates must be highly motivated and possess excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills.  A good knowledge of the national and international research ecosystem is required.  Further details on the post are available https://dias.ie/VacancySeniorExecutiveOfficerInfo   To apply for this position,  upload  a  letter of application, CV and the names of two referees  by 5pm on January 31st 2020.

Contract duration: An initial 5 year fixed term contract, with the possibility of a permanent appointment.  Salary €48,964 p.a. (new entrants to the Irish Public Sector and existing public servants PPC scale); €46,516 (Existing public servants Non-PPC scale). 

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

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Ph.D. Studentship. Duration 4 years. Stipend: €18,500 per year, tax free
A PhD position is available at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) in the Astronomy and Astrophysics Section. This position will be part of a new Space Science team led by Dr. Caitriona Jackman and funded by Science Foundation Ireland.
DIAS Astrophysics comprises more than 35 researchers working on a range of topics including Solar Physics, Space Weather, and Magnetospheric Science, with innovative analysis approaches including the latest in data analytics and machine learning. DIAS researchers use data from spacecraft including Cassini at Saturn, Juno at Jupiter, WIND at Earth, and from telescopes including the Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory. The group operate a number of instruments at the Rosse Observatory in Birr Castle, Ireland, and lead the I-LOFAR radio telescope project.
The PhD project will focus on the physics of Jupiter’s magnetosphere, utilising data from the Chandra X-ray Observatory and the Juno spacecraft to probe the relationship between the dynamic magnetic field and plasma environment at Jupiter and the planet’s powerful auroral emissions. An undergraduate degree including physics and/or mathematics is desired, and computational ability (including programming in languages such as Python) would be considered an advantage. 
The deadline for applications is Friday January 31st 2020 at 5pm GMT. Preferred start date: September 7th 2020.
For specifics about the positions, contact Dr. Caitriona Jackman cjackman@cp.dias.ie
https:/dias.ie/cjackman
Interested candidates should apply online via this e-recruitment system.     The application should include: a covering letter, a CV, a transcript of university grades, and a maximum of three names to act as references.
Deadline for applications is close of business on 31 January 2020

A Postdoctoral research position is available at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) in the Astronomy and Astrophysics Section as part of a new Science Foundation Ireland (SFI)-funded Space Science team led by Dr. Caitriona Jackman. The Astronomy and Astrophysics Section at DIAS comprises more than 35 researchers working on a range of topics including Solar Physics, Space Weather, and Magnetospheric Science, with innovative analysis approaches including the latest in data analytics and machine learning. DIAS researchers use data from spacecraft including Cassini at Saturn, Juno at Jupiter, and WIND at Earth, and from telescopes including the Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-ray Observatory. The group operate a number of instruments at the Rosse Observatory in Birr Castle, Ireland, and lead the I-LOFAR radio telescope project.
The role:
The postdoctoral position will focus on the dynamics of Earth’s magnetosphere, specifically understanding the link between terrestrial radio emissions (including Auroral Kilometric Radiation) and the substorm cycle of dramatic energy release. The work will involve analysis of data sets from spacecraft including WIND, STEREO and Cassini, as well as indices which measure solar activity and substorm timings. The role is based at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) in Dublin, Ireland. The results obtained from the work will be published in the scientific literature, and there is funding for local and international travel to present the work at conferences and workshops, and for collaborative visits. 
Required candidate knowledge, skills and experience:
•	Candidates should possess (or soon expect to possess) a PhD in Space Physics or a closely related discipline.
•	A track record of publication in areas such as: magnetospheric physics, radio science, space weather
•	Expertise in software programming and scientific data analysis
•	Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•	Willingness to work independently and as part of a team
DIAS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified talented candidates of all genders and backgrounds.
The deadline for applications is Friday February 21st 2020 at 5pm GMT. Start date is flexible from July 2020 onwards, but no later than December 1st 2020. A contract for 2 years will be offered in the first instance, with opportunity for extension by 1 year thereafter, and a starting gross salary in the range  from €37,222 to €43,029. Funds for conference travel and computer resources will also be available.
For specifics about the position, contact Dr. Caitriona Jackman. cjackman@cp.dias.ie
https:/dias.ie/cjackman
https://www.dias.ie/cp-geophysics/astro/astro-research/
Interested candidates should apply online via this e-recruitment system.       The application should include: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, plus a statement of research interests and career goals. The application should also include the names of two people who can act as referees.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) is a statutory research body dedicated to fundamental research. Established in 1940, it was modelled on  the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. Erwin Schrödinger was the first Senior Professor in the School of Theoretical Physics. 

DIAS seeks applications for the above post from the highest calibre researchers operating at the forefront of their field in any area of theoretical physics.

Interested candidates should submit an application through this DIAS online e-recruitment system.

Candidates are required to upload a letter of application and an academic CV (including the names of at least three potential referees), a research statement summarising their most significant publications together with a short statement outlining their vision for their tenure at DIAS.

Additional information about the position can also be found on the main DIAS website:
https://www.dias.ie/2019/12/16/vacancy-senior-professor-school-of-theoretical-physics/

DIAS is committed to gender balance, inclusion and diversity.

www.dias.ie  #DIASdiscovers

Apply to participate in the DIAS Summer School and workshop
``Matrix Membranes and Emergent Spacetime''
  June 13th to 22nd by:

* Uploading an application letter accompanied by a letter of support from your supervisor or other researcher familiar with your work.

* Please state your interest in the field.

* If you wish to apply for support to attend the Summer School
  please state whether you need local support or both local
  and travel support. Very limited travel support is available.

* Early application for support is essential as this will be
  distributed on a first come first serve basis.

The School of Theoretical Physics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced
Studies invites applications for one (possibly two) junior
post-doctoral scholarships in theoretical physics. Applicants are
welcome from all fields of theoretical and mathematical physics;
however, preference will be given to applicants with an overlap of
interest with research areas where the school is already active.

Closing date for applications is December 1st 2019.

Applications should apply with a CV, research statement, list of
publications and three letters of recommendation via the DIAS website:

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity.

A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship is available in the School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. This is a dedicated research position for up to five years.

Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Theory, Quantum Information, Quantum Computing and Theoretical Cosmology.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system:
https://www.dias.ie/positions/

Candidates should upload a letter of application together with a CV, a list of publications and a research proposal and arrange for the upload of three academic references via the same system.

The closing date for applications is 1pm Tuesday January 7th 2020.

Appointments will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellowship salary scale  is: €53,876 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution  scale); €51,183 - €56,888 per annum (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale).  The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

Policy and Impact Officer – Short Term Fixed Term Contract position

DIAS is seeking a senior experienced executive to assist with the management of programmes and initiatives in support of the new DIAS Strategy.  Working closely with the Registrar/CEO the appointee will be required to develop research policies, support DIAS’ funded research activities,  assist with the implementation of new programmes, capture research output and performance and in consultation with an external PR agency, manage communications and public engagement.   

Candidates must be highly motivated and possess excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills and have good knowledge of the national research funding structure.   Applications should be uploaded to our online appointment system (letter of application, CV and the names of two referees)    https://www.dias.ie/vacancies/ by c.o.b 21 August 2019.

Contract duration: 4 months from September to December 2019.
Salary: €48,122 p.a. (new entrants)

The Geophysics Section at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) has a position for the development of a Geosciences Transition Unit for Secondary Schools in line with Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST) and the National Council for Curriculum Assessment (NCCA) guidelines. The subject area includes Risk & Uncertainty in geoscience and will require strong knowledge of Seismology, Oceanography and Meteorology, with demonstrated graduate/post-graduate level achievements. Familiarity with and practice in the Irish School system is also essential.

The position is for up to 6 weeks full time equivalent, with a start date as soon as possible. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, with a maximum potential salary of €37,222 pro rata. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm July 10^th 2019.

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Geophysics of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a position to offer 3 Summer Studentships.

DIAS geophysics has significant experience in field work design, data delivery and advanced research. It runs the Irish National Seismic Network (www.insn.ie) and the Ireland Array networks, and has designed and coordinated extensive seismic field deployments in the NE Atlantic (offshore), Iceland, Tenerife, Italy, Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands.

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on or before June 4th.

DIAS Geophysics is committed to gender balance so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, May 3rd. Successful candidates will be notified by email by the mid May.

The application should consist of
  

i) A CV (max 2 pages),

ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),

iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree.

iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday, May 3rd.

Beidh trí intéirneacht ar fáil i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh mar chuid de Scéim na Mac Léinn Samhraidh 2019.

Déantar taighde i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh ar ghort leathan na dteangacha Ceilteacha, idir shean agus nua, agus ar an litríocht agus an cultúr a ghabhann leo.

Beidh iarrthóirí a n-éiríonn leo sa chomórtas ag obair ar thionscnamh taighde nó cartlannaíochta de chuid na Scoile faoi stiúir duine den fhoireann anseo. 

Glacfar le hiarratais ó iarchéimithe, agus ó fhochéimithe atá ag dul i 
dtreo ardchaighdeán (onóracha den chéad ghrád nó 2:1) a bhaint amach i 
scrúduithe na céime in institiúid tríu leibhéal.

Íocfar stipinn de €3,000 ar son intéirneachta a mhairfeas dhá mhí, ag tosú más féidir ar an 11 Meitheamh. 

Tá Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh tiomanta don chomhionannas agus cuirfear fáilte dá réir sin  roimh iarratais ó fhir agus ó mhná.

5.00 an 3 Bealtaine an dáta deiridh le haghaidh iarratas.

Ba cheart go mbeadh na nithe seo a leanas san iarratas:

    i) Curriculum Vitae (2 lch ar a mhéid)
    ii) Litir chlúdaigh ina míneoidh an t-iarrthóir an fáth a bhfuil sé/sí ag brath ar thabhairt faoin taighde mar ghairm (lch amháin ar a mhéid)
    iii) Litir thacaíochta ó stiúrthóir an chúrsa ag dearbhú go bhfuil mianach san iarrthóir ardonóracha a bhaint amach sa scrúdú deiridh (fochéimithe) nó litir thacaíochta ón stiúrthóir taighde (iarchéimithe).
    iv) Ba cheart an t-iarratas a uasluchtú mar chomhad PDF (ná baintear leas as córas ar bith eile) roimh 5.00 ar an Aoine, 3 Bealtaine.



DIAS Summer Studentships – Celtic Studies - 2019

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme in 2019, DIAS School of Celtic Studies ( https://www.dias.ie/celt/) is able to offer some Summer Studentships. 

The DIAS School of Celtic Studies undertakes research in the broad field of the Celtic Languages medieval and modern and their associated literature and culture.

Successful candidates will work on one of the research or archiving projects being carried out in the School under the direction of one of our team.

Applications will be considered from postgraduate or from undergraduates at an higher education institution who are in their final year, are in line for a first-class or 2.1 honours degree and have an interest in a research.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of €3,000 and covers a two month internship ideally starting on or before June 11th.

DIAS School of Celtic Studies is committed to gender balance so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 3 May. Successful candidates will be notified by email as soon as possible after that date.

The application should consist of

i) A CV (max 2 pages)
ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page)
iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree (undergraduates) or a letter of support from the Research Supervisor (postgraduates). 
iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday, 3 May.

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies wishes to appoint a promising early-stage researcher to a five-year Bergin Fellowship in the School of Celtic Studies. 

Candidates should hold a doctorate and should have a record of outstanding research experience in an area of Celtic Studies relevant to the work of the School. Intending candidates who wish to discuss the vacancy may contact the Director of the School of Celtic Studies (Ruairi O hUiginn ruairi@celt.dias.ie).

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system: https://www.dias.ie/positions/. Candidates are required to upload a letter of application together with an academic CV and a research proposal (no more than 4 pages).   The names and contact details for three academic referees (who have agreed to act) should also be provided.  The closing date for applications is 17 May 2019. 

The Fellowship salary scale is:  €52,950 - €58,852 per annum (PPC scale); €50,303 - €55,910 per annum (Non-PPC scale).    The appointee will be subject to general public sector regulations with regard to annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.
DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity


COMHALTACHT UÍ AIMHIRGIN SA LÉANN CEILTEACH

Is mian le hInstitiúid Ard-Léinn Bhaile Átha Cliath taighdeoir ardchumasach atá i dtús a réime a cheapadh faoi scéim Chomhaltachtaí Uí Aimhirgin i Scoil an Léinn Cheiltigh. 

Is cóir d’iarrthóirí céim na dochtúireachta a bheith bainte amach acu, agus taithí d’ardcháilíocht a bheith acu i mbun taighde ar ghné den Léann Ceilteach a bhaineann le raon saothair na Scoile. Is féidir le hiarrthóirí ar mian leo an folúntas a phlé teagmháil a dhéanamh le Stiúrthóir na Scoile  (Ruairi O hUiginn ruairi@celt.dias.ie).

Ba chóir iarratais a chur isteach trí chóras leictreonach ar líne na hInstitiúide: https://www.dias.ie/positions/.  Caithfidh iarrthóirí litir iarratais, maraon le CV acadúil agus moladh i gcomhair tionscnaimh thaighde (gan dul thar 4 lch) a uaslódáil.    Ina theannta sin, ba chóir ainmneacha agus seoltaí triúr moltóirí (atá sásta feidhmiú), a chur ar fáil.   Is é 17 Bealtaine 2019 an dáta deiridh le haghaidh iarratas.  

Is é an scála tuarastail a bhaineann leis an gComhaltacht ná:   €52,950 - €58,852 in aghaidh na bliana (Scála RPP); €50,303 - €55,910 in aghaidh na bliana  (Scála RNP).     Beidh an duine a cheapfar faoi réir choinníollacha ginearálta na hEarnála Poiblí ó thaobh saoire bhliantúil, saoire bhreoiteachta, pinsin srl.

Tá  IAL BÁC tiomanta do chothramaíocht inscne agus éagsúlacht

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) wishes to appoint a promising early-stage researcher to one of its five-year Schrödinger Fellowships in the area of Solid Earth geophysics. The successful candidate will work closely with Prof Chris Bean and other members of the Geophysics Section, but will also be expected to develop an independent research programme.

Candidates should have several years post-doctoral research experience, a strong publication record and demonstrated early career leadership such as student mentorship, independent project initiation and/or successful grant applications. Although all fields will be considered the panel will give preference to outstanding candidates with a background in passive EM/MT imagery. In association with other Section members a future collaborative focus will be joint passive MT/Seismic imagery, particularly in volcanic systems. A demonstrated range of skills from field acquisition to data analysis and modelling will be an advantage.   

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system: https://www.dias.ie/positions/.   Candidates are required to upload a letter of application together with an academic CV and a research proposal (no more than 5 pages).   The names and contact details for three academic referees (who have agreed to act) should also be provided.  The closing date for applications is 17 May 2019. 

The Fellowship salary scale:  €52,950 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution scale); €50,303 - €55,910 per annum  (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale). Appointees will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc.

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies wishes to appoint a promising early-stage researcher to one of its five-year Schrödinger Fellowships in the area of Solar Physics. The successful candidate will work as a member of Professor Peter Gallagher’s research group, but is expected to develop an independent research programme.

Candidates should have several years of outstanding research experience and an excellent publication record in an area complimentary to existing research in the group, such as solar activity, solar radio physics and space weather. Note that the group has a particular interest in solar and space weather research using the Low Frequency Array (LOFAR) and ESA and NASA missions such as Solar Orbiter and the Parker Solar Probe. Applicants with experience in numerical modelling of solar and space weather phenomena are encouraged to apply. Further information may be obtained from Professor Peter Gallagher at peter.gallagher@dias.ie

These positions are intended as stepping-stones to advance an early stage  researcher’s career and Fellows are expected, in addition to developing an independent research programme, to apply for research grants, mentor graduate students, and, optionally, to do some guest lecturing in local universities.

Applications should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system: https://www.dias.ie/positions/.   Candidates are required to upload a letter of application together with an academic CV and a research proposal (no more than 5 pages).   The names and contact details for three academic referees (who have agreed to act) should also be provided.  The closing date for applications is 17 May 2019. 

The Fellowship salary scale  is:  €52,950 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution scale); €50,303 - €55,910 per annum  (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale).  Appointees will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc. 

DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship is available in the School of Theoretical Physics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. This is a dedicated research position for up to five years. 

Candidates must have a proven record as independent researchers in one of the following fields of study: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Theory, Quantum Information and Quantum Computing.  Enquiries should be directed to the School Director, Professor Werner Nahm at schooladministrator@stp.dias.ie.

Appointments will be on the basis of a fixed-term contract up to five years. The Fellowship salary scale  is:  €52,950 - €58,852 per annum (Personal Pension Contribution  scale); €50,303 - €55,910 per annum  (Non-Personal Pension Contribution scale).  The appointee will be subject to the general Irish public sector regulations as regards annual leave, sick leave, pension entitlements etc. 
Applicants should be submitted through the DIAS online e-recruitment system: https://www.dias.ie/positions/.  Candidates should upload a letter of application together with a CV, a list of publications and a research proposal.    The names and contact details for three academic referees should also be provided.    The closing date for applications is 17 May 2019.   
   
DIAS is committed to gender balance and diversity

DIAS Summer Studentships - Astrophysics - 2019

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme in 2019, DIAS Astrophysics (www.dias.ie/astrophysics) is delighted to offer 3 Summer Studentships. 

DIAS Astrophysics undertakes research in solar physics, space weather, star formation, astrophysical jets, massive stars and high energy astrophysics. We also operate Dunsink Observatory (www.dias.ie/dunsink).

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st or 2.1 honours degree, have an interest in a research career and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish higher education institution.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers a two month internship starting on or before June 4th.

DIAS Astrophysics is committed to gender balance so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, April 19. Successful candidates will be notified by email by the end of April.

The application should consist of

i) A CV (max 2 pages),

ii) A cover letter detailing why the applicant wants to pursue a career in research (max 1 page),

iii) a letter of support from the Degree Course Director stating that the candidate is in line for a 1st or 2.1 class honours degree. 

iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on Friday, April 19.

As part of the DIAS Summer Studentships programme the School of Theoretical,
of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is delighted to be in a
position to offer 3 Summer Studentships.

The stipend is for a total scholarship of 3,000 euros and covers
a two month internship starting on or before June 4th.

A successful candidate should be in line for a 1st class honours 
degree, have an interest in a research career in Theoretical Physics
or Mathematics and be completing their 3rd year at an Irish
higher education institution.

The School of Theoretical Physics is committed to gender balance
so both female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. 

STP offers the opportunity to pursue junior research projects in
quantum gravity, quantum field theory, string and M-theory, 
condensed matter physics and topics related to quantum computing.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday April 19th.
Successful candidates will be notified by email later in April.

The application should consist of

       i) a CV (max 2 pages),
      ii) a statement of why the applicant wants to pursue a career in
          the relevant research area (max 1 page),
     iii) a letter from the head of department or other senior person in
          the department supporting the application and stating that the
          candidate is in line for a 1st class honours degree,
      iv) the application and letter should be uploaded as a PDF file
          (please do not use other formats) before 5pm on April 19th.