Space Weather Research - the chance of a lifetime

The Hermanus Magnetic Observatory in collaboration with several other research institutions and universities in South Africa, will be responsible for the execution of several experiments related to Polar Space Weather studies.

The experiments will be conducted on board the SA Agulhas, at the South African National Antarctic Programme's (SANAP) base in Antarctica and on the South African Bases at Marion Island and Gough Island.

The HMO requires a suitably qualified (B.Eng, B.Tech or equivalent) Electronic Engineer with at least two years relevant experience or a M.Eng, MSc or M.Tech degree for a two and a half year contract appointment in the South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE 50) team to Antarctica for 2011.

The minimum contract period will be from 1 May 2010 to 30 September 2012, but may commence sooner and extend later if necessary.

The applicant will be trained at the HMO and may also be involved in short-term expeditions to Marion Island and Gough Island to set up instrumentation for the HMO during the training period at the HMO.

Applicants should complete the required HMO application form, submit a detailed CV together with the names and contact details of three referees, and covering letter summarizing the reasons for applying to The Antarctic Officer at info@hmo.ac.za to reach the HMO before 1 January 2010.

For more information call 028 312 1196.

Source: The South African Radio League