Astronomy Data and Computing Services (ADACS) is an initiative by Astronomy Australia Limited (AAL) aiming to provide astronomy-focused training, support and expertise to allow Australian astronomers to maximise the scientific return from their data and computing infrastructure. A principal component of this initiative is to empower the astronomy community to harness the potential of the next generation telescopes and astronomy simulations.
ADACS operates a merit-based software and development service to the astronomy community with 5-6 projects typically designated for development each semester via an independent Time Assignment Committee (TAC). These projects can vary in length from a few weeks to months and involve aspects ranging from GPU programming to web development.
The successful intern will work alongside experienced ADACS developers on one or more of these projects during the internship. However, the scope of the internship need not be limited by these projects. Other opportunities will exist, such as to work directly on projects to enhance the OzSTAR high-performance computing (HPC) environment and development of ADACS internal infrastructure to support delivery of our programs. There is also the potential to shape a project to meet the skillset and/or interests of the applicant.
Interest in any of the following areas would be considered favourably
ADACS encourages applications from all astronomy PhD students based at publicly-funded Australian institutions. ADACS has a strong commitment to equity and diversity. We encourage applications from female, gender diverse and minority candidates.
Disclaimer: The nationality of the candidate and their work/student rights in Australia may impact our ability to accept some applications. Please contact the local HDR team of your university to check if you can accept such an internship opportunity or not. Please feel free to contact us and get our team involved as early as you like.
ADACS is a collaboration between Swinburne University of Technology and Curtin University (and now incorporates the Optical Data Centre at Macquarie University). It is funded under the Astronomy National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) Program via Astronomy Australia Ltd (AAL).
Applications received up to and including Friday 17th March 2025 will be given full consideration. Please send your application to apply@adacs.org.au.
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