Salary £27,247 - £33,177 (£45,413 - £55,295 x 0.6 FTE) per annum Contractual hours 22.2 Basis Part-Time Job category/type Fixed Term - Part-Time Job reference REC00002619 The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement. The Role: We invite applications for a 0.6 FTE position as Senior Research Fellowship in Space Mission Design at the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) at the University of Portsmouth. The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to play a critical leading role in growing space activities at the University with a focus on end-to-end Mission Design and Space Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering or Simulation. This will include leading the development of a new undergraduate CubeSat program (press release), running the University Space Mission Incubator (press release), research, and Teaching. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with leadership qualities and experience working on developing space projects to join our dynamic fast-paced team as we build exciting new interdisciplinary research programs. The ICG consists of 20 academic staff, around 20 postdoctoral researchers, 6 research software engineers, around 30 PhD students, and has an active international visitors programme. The ICG hosts a Space Mission Incubator and has major involvement in the Dark Energy Survey (DES), the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), the Vera Rubin Observatory, ESA’s Euclid satellite mission, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), the Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory (LIGO), the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA), the Gravitational Wave Optical Transient Observer (GOTO), and other international collaborations. The University of Portsmouth is a member of the South-East Physics Network (SEPnet) and hosts the 4704-core SCIAMA supercomputer. More information is available at http://www.icg.port.ac.uk/ This position is a fixed term 36 month contract in the first instance. Term duration to be reviewed after 24 months. You will be working 3 days a week, specific days to be confirmed. Interviews expected during December 2024. We prefer the applicant to start as soon as possible, though there is flexibility. Informal enquiries are welcomed by Dr Becky Canning (ICG Deputy Director, Space), email becky.canningport.ac.uk Applicants should provide a 2 page CV and a 2 page covering letter which states: 1) how you address essential criteria in the person specification; 2) a short research plan addressing what research in space systems engineering simulation and/or mission design you would wish to conduct; 3) what subjects in space systems engineering you could teach; and, 4) the names and e-mail addresses of three referees in order to provide a letter of recommendation. Letters of recommendation may be requested from short-listed candidates. Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience: Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale. Generous pension scheme. Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure. Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working. Staff discounts and loyalty schemes. Staff car parking and discounted public travel. Excellent training and development opportunities. Staff wellbeing programmes. Long service milestones, and recognition awards which may be awarded to staff for exceptional performance. Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities. Discounted learning. Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it. ED&I Statement: We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from all talented people. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.