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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) has a mandate, as outlined in the South African National Space Agency Act, 2008 (Act No 36 of 2008), to co-ordinate and integrate national space science and technology
programmes and conduct long-term planning and implementation of space related activities in South Africa, for the benefit of the citizens of South Africa.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">SANSA has the following opportunity within the Space Science Programme situated in
<b>Hermanus, Western Cape</b> to be filled by an individual with the relevant skills, drive, competencies and qualifications. SANSA forms part of the worldwide network of magnetic observatories, undertakes fundamental and applied Space Science research, maintains
infrastructure required to monitor the near Earth space environment, and provides space weather and other applied science services. This opportunity is part of the South African Research Chair Initiative (SARChI).
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b><span style="font-size:18.0pt;line-height:115%">SANSA SARChI CHAIR IN SPACE WEATHER<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">The successful candidate will be responsible for growing capacity and capability in the general field of space weather research. Although the position is open to all fields within the domain of space weather research,
preference will be given to a speciality in <b>Solar Physics research</b>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The successful candidate will: • have an extensive research track record within an area of Space Weather (preferably Solar Physics) • high and sustained publication record in reputable research journals • international collaborations •
lead large projects • raise and manage research funds • lead research groups and postgraduate student supervision and training.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The ideal candidate must have:<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">PhD in Physics, Space Physics, or related field (preferably with Solar Physics specialization)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Minimum 7 – 10 years post PhD experience in research<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Equivalent credentials for University Professor level or ability to make that level if required<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Demonstrated international leadership within research field with extensive recent (past 5 years) research track record<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Demonstrated student mentorship and supervision (graduated students over the past 5 years)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">A passion for research and particularly Space Weather<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Good communication skills<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">Willingness to travel both nationally and internationally<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-US">An NRF rating would be advantageous (successful applicants who do not have a NRF rating will be required to apply for a rating after appointment)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN-US">Please note that this position is based in <b>HERMANUS, SOUTH AFRICA,
</b>and is for an initial term of <b>five (5) years</b> with the option for a 2<sup>nd</sup> term dependent on performance. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Hermanus, South Africa for this position. This position is open to
<b>ALL applicants</b> who meet the above criteria irrespective of demographics, gender, or nationality.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<span lang="EN-US">The recruitment process involves a number of steps including the requirement for shortlisted applicants to apply via the National Research Foundation (NRF) application process after screening by SANSA.
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Background verification, including criminal record, credit checks, security clearances, qualification and citizenship checks, as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, may form part of the selection process.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Should you meet the above requirements, please e-mail your detailed CV, a copy of your Passport, qualification certificates, the names, telephone numbers and e mail addresses of at least three
contactable referees and a covering letter summarising the reasons for applying to
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="mailto:aengelbrecht@sansa.org.za">aengelbrecht@sansa.org.za</a></span><b> with “SANSA SARCHI CHAIR” as the subject</b>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Enquiries on the requirements for the position can be addressed to Dr Lee-Anne McKinnell, at
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="mailto:lmckinnell@sansa.org.za">lmckinnell@sansa.org.za</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal">Closing date: 1 September 2019<o:p></o:p></p>
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