Special Research Assistant

Nanjing Institute of Astronomical Optics & Technology, CAS

Nanjing Jiangsu, China

About Company:

The Nanjing Institute of Astronomical Optics & Technology (NIAOT) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) was established in April 2001. It evolved from the Research and Devel-opment (R&D) units and Mirror Laboratory of the Nanjing Astronomical Instruments Research Center, which was founded in 1958. As a national research organization for astronomical technologies in China, NIAOT specializes in R&D of new astronomical technologies, professional astronomical telescopes and in-struments.

For the past 50 years, NIAOT has developed approximately 60 different astronomical telescopes and instruments, including the National Major Scientific ProjectLarge Sky Area Multi-Object Fiber Spectroscopic Telescope (LAMOST) and the 2.16-meter optical telescope. So far the institute has been awarded with about 73 prizes at different levels, the Government top level, the CAS level and the Jiangsu Provincial level. Around 30 astronomical telescopes and instruments made in the institute have been exported to foreign countries and regions, earning a favorable approval in the international astronomy community.

Nowadays NIAOT can develop and produce many world-class observing instruments and facilities used for different purposes. Our quality products are assured by strict management systems and fully implemented ISO 9001.

Currently there are eight research departments in NIAOT: New Technology of Telescope Research Department, Astronomical Spectra and High-resolution Image Research Department, Mirror Lab, Solar Instrument Research Department, Optical Technology with Large Aperture Research Department, Astronomical Telescope Engineering Center, Antarctic Astronomical Technology Center and Key Laboratory of Astronomical Optics & Technology of Chinese Academy of Sciences.

The number of staff of NIAOT now is about 200, including a group of national top-ranking experts in the fields of astronomical optics, astronomical instruments and other related fields and a skillful and efficient supporting team.

The institute is also one of the designated educational bases in China, offering doctor and master degree programs in the fields of astronomical instrumentation technologies. It is also in collaboration with a number of internationally renowned astronomical observatories and astrophysics institutes in cultivating young scientific and technical talents. By now the institute has three academicians and about 20 professors; the number of postgraduates at study is approximately 60.

Now, NIAOT is the main constructor of the two big telescopes in China: One is the Lager Optical/Infrared Telescope (LOT) and the other Kunlun Dark Universe Survey Telescope (KDUST).

In the coming decade, NIAOT will focus on research involving Antarctic astronomical facilities, key technologies for the ground-based optical/infrared Extremely Large Tele-scope, the detection of exoplanets, as well as national space missions.

It will also develop new technologies for astronom-ical high-resolution imaging and astronomical telescopes used in extreme environ-ments as well as advanced manufacturing technology for large aspherical mirrors.

By promoting in-novation in astronomical high technology in China and actively carrying out international cooperation, NIAOT aims to become a first-class institute in China and play an important role in the international astronomical commu-nity.

Job Profile:

Mechanical engineering, optical engineering, astronomy, electronic information, control science and engineering, physics and other related majors

Job Details:

Responsibilities:

1. Mechanical direction: (1) Solid theoretical foundation in mechanical structure design and finite element analysis; (2) Proficient in using mechanical design software Solidworks, finite element analysis software Ansys, Patran, etc; (3) Experience in projects related to mechatronics and optical instrument design is preferred; (4) Strong English writing and communication skills are preferred.
2. Optical direction: (1) Have a solid theoretical foundation in optics, proficient in using Zemax/CodeV, TracePro, and computational analysis software Matlab, Python, etc; (2) Having experience in optical inspection and assembly, as well as experience in debugging optical and mechanical systems; (3) Experience in optical instrument development, stray light analysis, or optical system simulation and experimentation is preferred.
3. Electronic information direction: (1) Possess basic knowledge of electronic circuits, analog electronics, digital electronics, computer networks, etc., familiar with the characteristics of various electronic components; (2) Experience in circuit design and electronic testing related projects; (3) Familiar with schematics and PCBs, able to proficiently use commonly used instruments and meters for circuit debugging; (4) Experience in aerospace project engineering is preferred.
4. Control direction: (1) Understand the design of permanent magnet synchronous motor body, proficient in power electronics, driving and control methods; (2) Having research experience in permanent magnet synchronous motors or power electronics, undertaking research and testing work in motor drive, control, and power electronic converters.
Astronomy direction: (1) Familiar with commonly used data processing software; (2) Familiar with astronomical spectral data processing, experience in astronomical measurements is preferred; (3) Experience in station observation or spectral instrument debugging is preferred.

Qualifications:

(1) Good health, generally not exceeding 35 years old. For postdoctoral fellows or those with rich work experience related to the position, the age can be relaxed to 40 years old; (2) Solid professional theoretical foundation and strong practical ability; Has a good team spirit, strong sense of responsibility, hardworking and dedicated spirit; Priority will be given to those with relevant research projects or work experience; (3) Having a firm political stance and adhering to the correct political direction and value orientation; Having good character, good academic atmosphere, moral cultivation, and sense of responsibility, and being honest and self disciplined; Has strong communication and organizational skills.

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