Postdoctoral researcher @CLIMASAT, Barcelona

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Postdoctoral researcher @CLIMASAT, Barcelona

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Offer DescriptionApplications are invited for a 2 year postdoctoral position as part of the European Research Council funded project (H2020− ERC−StG− 101042252), CLlMASAT. Remote−sensing Satellite Data and the Making of Global Climate in Europe (1980s−2000s), coordinated by Dr. Gemma Cirac−Claveras and hosted at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.The project CLlMASAT explores the origins of the practices and processes of producing, circulating, and using data generated with Earth−orbiting satellites.The goal is to understand how the various ways in which satellite data were collectively negotiated, shared, maintained and used were co−produced with the forms of environmental knowledge that we have inherited today.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalentSpecific Requirements– Relevant additional training will be valued (undergraduate or postgraduate).
– Excellent command of office software.
– Excellent command of English Language is required (C1 or B2).
– Good level of French and/or German is favourably valued (B1 or more).
-Relevant research experience will be valued, particularly experience in developing clear and convincing historical case studies.
– Relevant record for high−quality research publications, winning research grants, and international awards, appropriate to the candidate’s career stage will be valued.
– Clear interest in the history of the processes and practices of satellite data production, circulation and use.
-Ability and commitment to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.
-Availability to travel to conference and fieldwork.
-Ability to create and contribute to a well− functioning, inclusive, respectful and productive research environmentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field OtherAdditional InformationBenefits− 35.700€− 40.000 €, depending on the experience and skillset of the successful candidate.Spanish employment packages automatically provide access to public healthcare andpay public pensioncontributions in addition to the salaryquoted above.− Costsrelated to research activities (conference travel, visit to historical archives, academic events,etc) are coveredby the project.− A family allowance of 2400€ eurosper year willbe provided if the successful candidate has child−caring responsibilities.Eligibility criteria− Clear interest in the history of the processes and practices of satellite data production, circulation and use.− Ability and commitment to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.− Availability to travel to conference and fieldwork.− Ability to create and contribute to a well− functioning, inclusive, respectful and productive research environmentSelection processCV (100 points- min. 85):

• Academic record: 30

Quality and relevance of the PhD dissertation: 25; Relevant additional training: 5

• Language skills: 20

• Relevance of the research experience: 20

• Quality and relevance of the research proposal: 20

• lnterview and/or motivation: 10

Additional commentsFunctionsResearch and dissemination on the origins of the practices and processes involved in the production, circulation and use of satellite data, and the power relations that were encoded, from the perspective of one or more of the following CLlMASAT project’s research themes: history of science and technology, history economy and finances, environmental history, history of legislation and regulation, and media studies. No teaching duties are associated to this position Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut d’Història de la Ciència (iHC) Country Spain State/Province Barcelona GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityCampus UAB, Bellaterra WebsiteStreetCarrer de Can magrans s/n Postal Code08193 E-Mailgemma.cirac@uab.catSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€35700 – 40000 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 02:01:57 GMT

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