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via Indeed
schedule_type: Part-timesalary: 35–50 an hour
Title: Astronomy Guide
Collaborates with: Head Astronomer, Operations Manager, Night Sky Assistants
Compensation: Dependent on Experience...
Location: Virgin, Utah
Summary:
This is an opportunity to grow and share your passion for astronomy and stories of our universe with our guests under the dark skies of Southwest Utah. Stargazing Zion provides entertaining group experiences to a wide audience and engages them with the wonders of our solar system,
Title: Astronomy Guide
Collaborates with: Head Astronomer, Operations Manager, Night Sky Assistants
Compensation: Dependent on Experience...
Location: Virgin, Utah
Summary:
This is an opportunity to grow and share your passion for astronomy and stories of our universe with our guests under the dark skies of Southwest Utah. Stargazing Zion provides entertaining group experiences to a wide audience and engages them with the wonders of our solar system, deep space, and beyond. Our programs are designed to navigate the history of astronomy, guide one through the constellations of and fascinating objects of the night sky, and discover the phenomena of our universe.
You will be responsible for the delivery of an entertaining and educational tour of the night sky. As the astronomy guide you will be leading guests through the program and telescope viewings, executing each segment in a timely and thorough manner. You must have awareness of guest sentiment and mood to adjust your style if necessary in order to produce a valuable program.
The Astronomy Guide works closely with the Night Sky Assistant throughout the program to provide a seamless guest experience. They also work with the Head Astronomer and Operational Manager to collaborate on program development and guest feedback.
Responsibilities:
Program Presentation
• Deliver a 120-minute program on the night sky covering the solar system, stars, deep space, constellations, and the history of astronomy and how it is interwoven with humanity.
• Operate and maintain telescopes for viewing during the program.
• Ability to point out specific objects in the night sky.
• Create meaningful dialogue about the universe with guests.
Set-Up & Breakdown
• Work with Night Sky Assistant in setting up and breaking down telescopes, and any other essential components to perform the presentation.
• Communicate with Night Sky Assistant prior to tour about timing, guest list, and program segments based on moon, and other weather.
Reporting & COC
• Communicate with the Head Astronomer on program design and delivery, as well as telescope equipment.
• Communicate with Operations Manager on schedule, guest feedback, site conditions and other logistics.
Qualifications:
General
• Possess excellent organization and prioritization, problem-solving skills, able to multitask.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and experience with developing educational programs or content that tells a story and engages an audience.
• Adept at cross-team communication.
• Flexible and can easily adapt to new information, and changes in a physical environment.
Technical + Skills
• Highly proficient and knowledgeable in the field of astronomy.
• Advanced understanding historical content covering constellations.
• Experience with telescopes, both analog and electronic.
• Must comprehend the logical structure of program design and balance.
• Able to understand guest wants and needs, and to deliver the program in the appropriate manner that exceeds their expectations.
Education:
• Studies in astronomy or natural sciences are required.
About You:
• You have a natural curiosity and passion for astronomy, and the universe.
• You communicate effectively and concisely across different audiences and levels.
• You operate with a high level of autonomy in a dynamic, changing environment.
• You enjoy being in the wilderness and outdoors.
• You are good at storytelling.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Schedule:
• Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
• Tips
Education:
• Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
• Astronomy & Physics Scientists: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
Collaborates with: Head Astronomer, Operations Manager, Night Sky Assistants
Compensation: Dependent on Experience...
Location: Virgin, Utah
Summary:
This is an opportunity to grow and share your passion for astronomy and stories of our universe with our guests under the dark skies of Southwest Utah. Stargazing Zion provides entertaining group experiences to a wide audience and engages them with the wonders of our solar system, deep space, and beyond. Our programs are designed to navigate the history of astronomy, guide one through the constellations of and fascinating objects of the night sky, and discover the phenomena of our universe.
You will be responsible for the delivery of an entertaining and educational tour of the night sky. As the astronomy guide you will be leading guests through the program and telescope viewings, executing each segment in a timely and thorough manner. You must have awareness of guest sentiment and mood to adjust your style if necessary in order to produce a valuable program.
The Astronomy Guide works closely with the Night Sky Assistant throughout the program to provide a seamless guest experience. They also work with the Head Astronomer and Operational Manager to collaborate on program development and guest feedback.
Responsibilities:
Program Presentation
• Deliver a 120-minute program on the night sky covering the solar system, stars, deep space, constellations, and the history of astronomy and how it is interwoven with humanity.
• Operate and maintain telescopes for viewing during the program.
• Ability to point out specific objects in the night sky.
• Create meaningful dialogue about the universe with guests.
Set-Up & Breakdown
• Work with Night Sky Assistant in setting up and breaking down telescopes, and any other essential components to perform the presentation.
• Communicate with Night Sky Assistant prior to tour about timing, guest list, and program segments based on moon, and other weather.
Reporting & COC
• Communicate with the Head Astronomer on program design and delivery, as well as telescope equipment.
• Communicate with Operations Manager on schedule, guest feedback, site conditions and other logistics.
Qualifications:
General
• Possess excellent organization and prioritization, problem-solving skills, able to multitask.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and experience with developing educational programs or content that tells a story and engages an audience.
• Adept at cross-team communication.
• Flexible and can easily adapt to new information, and changes in a physical environment.
Technical + Skills
• Highly proficient and knowledgeable in the field of astronomy.
• Advanced understanding historical content covering constellations.
• Experience with telescopes, both analog and electronic.
• Must comprehend the logical structure of program design and balance.
• Able to understand guest wants and needs, and to deliver the program in the appropriate manner that exceeds their expectations.
Education:
• Studies in astronomy or natural sciences are required.
About You:
• You have a natural curiosity and passion for astronomy, and the universe.
• You communicate effectively and concisely across different audiences and levels.
• You operate with a high level of autonomy in a dynamic, changing environment.
• You enjoy being in the wilderness and outdoors.
• You are good at storytelling.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Schedule:
• Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
• Tips
Education:
• Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
• Astronomy & Physics Scientists: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location Show more details...
via Indeed
schedule_type: Full-time
Organization
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA...
Reference Code
0206-NPP-JUL23-GSFC-Interdisc
Application Deadline
7/1/2023 6:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description
The 2010 Decadal Survey; New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics (National Research Council, 2010), prescribed the Wide-Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST) as its highest ranked large space project for the decade. WFIRST, conceived as a filled
Organization
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA...
Reference Code
0206-NPP-JUL23-GSFC-Interdisc
Application Deadline
7/1/2023 6:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description
The 2010 Decadal Survey; New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics (National Research Council, 2010), prescribed the Wide-Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST) as its highest ranked large space project for the decade. WFIRST, conceived as a filled aperture, wide field, near infrared flagship-class observatory, was proposed to settle fundamental questions about the nature of dark energy and to complete the census of all possible types of exoplanets in the Milky Way galaxy using wide-field imaging onto a very large, dense detector array. To accomplish this, the mission will accumulate 256 trillion pixel images at a rate of one every 15 minutes for analysis.
The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), launched in early Spring of 2019, is conducting wide-field imaging of nearly the entire celestial sphere in search of exoplanets that eclipse their host star. Tiling the sky over a period of 2 years using four large detector arrays, TESS will recover about 2.5 million photometric lightcurves for each of its 26 sectors before moving on to a survey of the Galactic plane. The community, using a crude box-least squares method, is searching this vast trove for the faint signature of exoplanets - simply discarding other sources of stellar variability as noise.
These two missions and others under consideration have one thing in common – very large, very complex data sets replete with observatory systematics and elusive, tenuous astrophysical signals. Recognizing the significant challenge this raises for the science return of TESS, WFIRST and future survey missions, NASA seeks a post doctoral fellow with the necessary data science skills to formulate a systematic approach to extraction of science in the face of extremely high data rates or in large complex archives.
Examples of areas of interest include:
• Machine learning for classification of astrophysical signals
• Artificial intelligence augmentation of spaceborne observatories to reduce data transmission rates
• Migration of science processing to cloud-based computing
• Development of highly accessible data bases with in situ computing
• Graphics Processing Unit acceleration of scientific data processing
Candidates need not have a strong background in astronomy or physics to apply. Candidates must have experience or training in one or more of the following skill sets in the service of, or scalable to very large data archives or high data accumulation rates:
• Data science
• Computer science
• Statistics
• Machine learning
• Artificial intelligence
• Database design
Location:
Goddard Space Flight Center
Greenbelt, Maryland
Field of Science:Interdisciplinary/Other
Advisors:
Richard Barry
richard.k.barry@nasa.gov
301-286-1753
Patricia T. Boyd
patricia.t.boyd@nasa.gov
204-6503
Alan Smale
alan.p.smale@nasa.gov
301-286-2602
Applications with citizens from Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at: https://www.nasa.gov/oiir/export-control.
Eligibility is currently open to:
• U.S. Citizens;
• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR);
• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status; and,
• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status
Eligibility Requirements
• Degree: Doctoral Degree Show more details...
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA...
Reference Code
0206-NPP-JUL23-GSFC-Interdisc
Application Deadline
7/1/2023 6:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description
The 2010 Decadal Survey; New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics (National Research Council, 2010), prescribed the Wide-Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST) as its highest ranked large space project for the decade. WFIRST, conceived as a filled aperture, wide field, near infrared flagship-class observatory, was proposed to settle fundamental questions about the nature of dark energy and to complete the census of all possible types of exoplanets in the Milky Way galaxy using wide-field imaging onto a very large, dense detector array. To accomplish this, the mission will accumulate 256 trillion pixel images at a rate of one every 15 minutes for analysis.
The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), launched in early Spring of 2019, is conducting wide-field imaging of nearly the entire celestial sphere in search of exoplanets that eclipse their host star. Tiling the sky over a period of 2 years using four large detector arrays, TESS will recover about 2.5 million photometric lightcurves for each of its 26 sectors before moving on to a survey of the Galactic plane. The community, using a crude box-least squares method, is searching this vast trove for the faint signature of exoplanets - simply discarding other sources of stellar variability as noise.
These two missions and others under consideration have one thing in common – very large, very complex data sets replete with observatory systematics and elusive, tenuous astrophysical signals. Recognizing the significant challenge this raises for the science return of TESS, WFIRST and future survey missions, NASA seeks a post doctoral fellow with the necessary data science skills to formulate a systematic approach to extraction of science in the face of extremely high data rates or in large complex archives.
Examples of areas of interest include:
• Machine learning for classification of astrophysical signals
• Artificial intelligence augmentation of spaceborne observatories to reduce data transmission rates
• Migration of science processing to cloud-based computing
• Development of highly accessible data bases with in situ computing
• Graphics Processing Unit acceleration of scientific data processing
Candidates need not have a strong background in astronomy or physics to apply. Candidates must have experience or training in one or more of the following skill sets in the service of, or scalable to very large data archives or high data accumulation rates:
• Data science
• Computer science
• Statistics
• Machine learning
• Artificial intelligence
• Database design
Location:
Goddard Space Flight Center
Greenbelt, Maryland
Field of Science:Interdisciplinary/Other
Advisors:
Richard Barry
richard.k.barry@nasa.gov
301-286-1753
Patricia T. Boyd
patricia.t.boyd@nasa.gov
204-6503
Alan Smale
alan.p.smale@nasa.gov
301-286-2602
Applications with citizens from Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at: https://www.nasa.gov/oiir/export-control.
Eligibility is currently open to:
• U.S. Citizens;
• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR);
• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status; and,
• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status
Eligibility Requirements
• Degree: Doctoral Degree Show more details...
via LinkedIn
The VMOA built and operates the Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park near Kenwood. We offer public observing, private group observing, Night Sky classes, Relativity for Non-Scientist classes and telescope making classes for students and the general public. The VMOA is all-volunteer (no paid positions) and operates as part of the Valley of the Moon Natural History Assn. docent program.
We are continually needing volunteers
The VMOA built and operates the Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park near Kenwood. We offer public observing, private group observing, Night Sky classes, Relativity for Non-Scientist classes and telescope making classes for students and the general public. The VMOA is all-volunteer (no paid positions) and operates as part of the Valley of the Moon Natural History Assn. docent program.
We are continually needing volunteers to help deliver our observatory programs to the public. Prior astronomy knowledge is not necessary. We need people to greet and register visitors, help with parking, as well as docents to operate the telescopes and educate visitors on the cosmos. We provide ongoing training.
This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good. Show more details...
We are continually needing volunteers to help deliver our observatory programs to the public. Prior astronomy knowledge is not necessary. We need people to greet and register visitors, help with parking, as well as docents to operate the telescopes and educate visitors on the cosmos. We provide ongoing training.
This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good. Show more details...
via State Of South Carolina - Talentify
posted_at: 13 days agoschedule_type: Part-timesalary: 10.50 an hour
The South Carolina State Museum seeks an enthusiastic and dependable part-time educator to assist in the daily operation of its observatory. This involves presenting both educational and entertainment programs to a wide variety of audiences, including school groups. Some presentation of other STEM-related educational and public programs may occasionally be required. The ideal candidate will have... a flexible schedule, as weekday, evening, weekend,
The South Carolina State Museum seeks an enthusiastic and dependable part-time educator to assist in the daily operation of its observatory. This involves presenting both educational and entertainment programs to a wide variety of audiences, including school groups. Some presentation of other STEM-related educational and public programs may occasionally be required. The ideal candidate will have... a flexible schedule, as weekday, evening, weekend, and holiday hours will be required.
Position responsibilities include:
• Welcoming and engaging guests in the observatory. This includes sharing space images and basic astronomy facts with guests.
• Operating the observatory telescope, with attention to safety and weather concerns (training provided).
• Depending on museum need, the successful candidate may be cross-trained in running planetarium shows.
Required Qualifications:
• Willingness to learn basic astronomy, the night sky, and other related STEM subjects.
• Engaging public speaking skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with guests of all ages, including children.
• Must be comfortable using computers and AV equipment.
• Must be comfortable working in a variety of environments for extended periods, including low light levels and spaces that are not climate-controlled.
• Must be able to climb a stair ladder.
• Must be able to present science content in an accurate and engaging manner, consistent with current scientific consensus.
Desired Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge of astronomy or other STEM field(s) a plus.
• Experience with small telescopes a plus, but not required.
• Enthusiasm for astronomy Show more details...
Position responsibilities include:
• Welcoming and engaging guests in the observatory. This includes sharing space images and basic astronomy facts with guests.
• Operating the observatory telescope, with attention to safety and weather concerns (training provided).
• Depending on museum need, the successful candidate may be cross-trained in running planetarium shows.
Required Qualifications:
• Willingness to learn basic astronomy, the night sky, and other related STEM subjects.
• Engaging public speaking skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with guests of all ages, including children.
• Must be comfortable using computers and AV equipment.
• Must be comfortable working in a variety of environments for extended periods, including low light levels and spaces that are not climate-controlled.
• Must be able to climb a stair ladder.
• Must be able to present science content in an accurate and engaging manner, consistent with current scientific consensus.
Desired Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge of astronomy or other STEM field(s) a plus.
• Experience with small telescopes a plus, but not required.
• Enthusiasm for astronomy Show more details...
via LinkedIn
The VMOA built and operates the Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park near Kenwood. We offer public observing, private group observing, Night Sky classes, Relativity for Non-Scientist classes and telescope making classes for students and the general public. The VMOA is all-volunteer (no paid positions) and operates as part of the Valley of the Moon Natural History Assn. docent program.
We are always in the need of docents
The VMOA built and operates the Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park near Kenwood. We offer public observing, private group observing, Night Sky classes, Relativity for Non-Scientist classes and telescope making classes for students and the general public. The VMOA is all-volunteer (no paid positions) and operates as part of the Valley of the Moon Natural History Assn. docent program.
We are always in the need of docents to share their love of astronomy with the public. We provide new volunteer training, as well as training on operating our three large telescopes. Volunteer work can vary depending on interest and skills, but can include assisting the public visiting the observatory, giving lectures, and observing with small or large telescopes.
This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good. Show more details...
We are always in the need of docents to share their love of astronomy with the public. We provide new volunteer training, as well as training on operating our three large telescopes. Volunteer work can vary depending on interest and skills, but can include assisting the public visiting the observatory, giving lectures, and observing with small or large telescopes.
This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good. Show more details...
via Tucson, AZ - Geebo
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
The successful candidates for the astronomer track are expected to carry out a vigorous research program commensurate with attaining tenure in any area of astronomy/astrophysics or planetary science. Those appointed to the scientist track are also expected to engage in forefront research projects; their contributions may be over a wide range of areas involving participation in and enabling... research in astronomy/astrophysics, planetary science,
The successful candidates for the astronomer track are expected to carry out a vigorous research program commensurate with attaining tenure in any area of astronomy/astrophysics or planetary science. Those appointed to the scientist track are also expected to engage in forefront research projects; their contributions may be over a wide range of areas involving participation in and enabling... research in astronomy/astrophysics, planetary science, or a related field, including technical and/or educational areas that support the broader goals of NOIRLab. The extensive telescope facilities, data archives, and computing resources of NOIRLab, including the data-products from Rubin Observatory's LSST survey are available to NOIRLab staff to build enhancements that benefit them as well as the community at large. As part of the NOIRLab faculty, scientists and astronomers are free to engage in all aspects of astronomical research. It is expected that their innovations result in published works in professional journals appropriate for the area of their contributions. NOIRLab staff in both tracks are encouraged to pursue synergies between their service work and their research goals, and to become active scientific stakeholders in the success of the telescopes, instruments, data sets, and software systems that they support. NOIRLab recognizes the excellence that diversity brings to our research, operations, and community support, and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We continually seek to broaden participation on our staff and strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. All NOIRLab staff are funded to spend up to 3% of their time on DEI activities of their own initiative or as part of existing NOIRLab programs. NOIRLab operates the 8m Gemini telescopes on Maunakea, Hawaii and Cerro Pachon, Chile; the 4m Mayall telescope and the 3.5m WIYN telescopes at Kitt Peak in Arizona; as well as the 4m Blanco telescope on Cerro Tololo and the 4m SOAR telescope on Cerro Pachon in Chile. NOIRLab will be the lead operational partner of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory when it embarks on its Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST), a 10-year survey of the available sky from Cerro Pachon in Chile. The CSDC at NOIRLab headquarters in Tucson provides archival data and tools for data-intensive astronomy. Scientific staff are assigned service roles at the above facilities in support of NOIRLab deliverables. The assignments may change over time in response to both the evolving priorities of NOIRLab within the dynamic scientific landscape and the evolving personal aspirations of the particular staff member. Specific service roles that we seek to fill at this time include:
Community Scientists at Rubin Observatory:
Astronomers with experience in wide-field optical imaging surveys, large scientific collaborations, web-based data analysis platforms, and/or research aligned with the main LSST science goals to join the Rubin Observatory's Community Engagement Team (CET) as Community Scientists. The CET's strategy for community engagement has three main components:
(1) to facilitate access to and analysis of the data products via the Rubin Science Platform; (2) to coordinate the expertise of the project staff and the science community to resolve issues; and (3) to nurture and empower a self-supporting and collaborative community. The appointments are expected to be on the Tenure track. Operations Support Astronomer at Gemini South:
Astronomers interested broadly in observatory support, including calibration and testing of instrumentation and telescope subsystems, preparing nightly observing plans, and executing queue-based observations for astronomers in the international Gemini community. The successful candidate will also assist users in defining their observing programs, introduce visiting observers to the telescope and instruments, and develop documentation for software and astronomical equipment as needed. Research in Time Domain Astronomy, wide-field AO imaging, and/or high-resolution optical and near-infrared spectroscopy would be especially well aligned with the instrumental capabilities at Gemini South. This appointment is expected to be on the Tenure track. Lead Archive Scientist and Lead Pipeline Scientist for CSDC:
the Lead Archive Scientist will provide scientific leadership of CSDC's data archiving initiatives and further develop NOIRLab's role as the national center for ground-based OIR data archiving. Areas include operation of CSDC's Astro Data Archive, integration of data archives across NOIRLab, interoperability with other astronomical data centers, plans and strategies for archiving high-value data from non-federal OIR facilities, and leveraging commercial cloud technology to deliver new archive capabilities. The Lead Pipeline Scientist will provide scientific leadership for new data-reduction software initiatives at NOIRLab. Areas of interest include the adaptation of the Rubin Science Pipelines for automated operation on images from DECam and other instruments, collaboration with open-source projects such as Astropy to address unmet community needs in astronomical data-reduction software, and strengthening collaboration in data-reduction software development across all NOIRLab Programs. Both CSDC appointments are expected to be on the Scientist track. Operations Support Astronomer for the Blanco and SOAR Telescopes:
Astronomers interested broadly in observatory support, including calibration and testing of instrumentation and telescope subsystems. The successful candidate will assist users of the Blanco and/or SOAR telescopes in defining their observing programs, introduce observers to the telescope and instruments, and develop documentation for software and astronomical equipment as needed. Research in Time Domain Astronomy, wide field imaging and/or spectroscopy in the optical and near infrared would be especially well aligned with the instrumental capabilities of the Blanco and SOAR Telescopes. This appointment could be on the Tenure or Scientist track. However, our search is not limited to these roles, and applicants with expertise and interest in any area of NOIRLab service work are welcome. Successful candidates are expected to take up residence at one of the three NOIRLab sites:
Hilo, Hawaii; La Serena, Chile; or Tucson, Arizona, as appropriate for their agreed upon service role. Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or a closely related field, and at least two years of research experience post-PhD. Successful candidates are expected to carry out a vigorous research program commensurate with the fraction of research time available for the respective track. We are interested in seeing your application and hearing about how your innovative, new, and different ideas can support NOIRLab's mission and build a strong and diverse staff to take us forward.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Other SciencesEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications Show more details...
Community Scientists at Rubin Observatory:
Astronomers with experience in wide-field optical imaging surveys, large scientific collaborations, web-based data analysis platforms, and/or research aligned with the main LSST science goals to join the Rubin Observatory's Community Engagement Team (CET) as Community Scientists. The CET's strategy for community engagement has three main components:
(1) to facilitate access to and analysis of the data products via the Rubin Science Platform; (2) to coordinate the expertise of the project staff and the science community to resolve issues; and (3) to nurture and empower a self-supporting and collaborative community. The appointments are expected to be on the Tenure track. Operations Support Astronomer at Gemini South:
Astronomers interested broadly in observatory support, including calibration and testing of instrumentation and telescope subsystems, preparing nightly observing plans, and executing queue-based observations for astronomers in the international Gemini community. The successful candidate will also assist users in defining their observing programs, introduce visiting observers to the telescope and instruments, and develop documentation for software and astronomical equipment as needed. Research in Time Domain Astronomy, wide-field AO imaging, and/or high-resolution optical and near-infrared spectroscopy would be especially well aligned with the instrumental capabilities at Gemini South. This appointment is expected to be on the Tenure track. Lead Archive Scientist and Lead Pipeline Scientist for CSDC:
the Lead Archive Scientist will provide scientific leadership of CSDC's data archiving initiatives and further develop NOIRLab's role as the national center for ground-based OIR data archiving. Areas include operation of CSDC's Astro Data Archive, integration of data archives across NOIRLab, interoperability with other astronomical data centers, plans and strategies for archiving high-value data from non-federal OIR facilities, and leveraging commercial cloud technology to deliver new archive capabilities. The Lead Pipeline Scientist will provide scientific leadership for new data-reduction software initiatives at NOIRLab. Areas of interest include the adaptation of the Rubin Science Pipelines for automated operation on images from DECam and other instruments, collaboration with open-source projects such as Astropy to address unmet community needs in astronomical data-reduction software, and strengthening collaboration in data-reduction software development across all NOIRLab Programs. Both CSDC appointments are expected to be on the Scientist track. Operations Support Astronomer for the Blanco and SOAR Telescopes:
Astronomers interested broadly in observatory support, including calibration and testing of instrumentation and telescope subsystems. The successful candidate will assist users of the Blanco and/or SOAR telescopes in defining their observing programs, introduce observers to the telescope and instruments, and develop documentation for software and astronomical equipment as needed. Research in Time Domain Astronomy, wide field imaging and/or spectroscopy in the optical and near infrared would be especially well aligned with the instrumental capabilities of the Blanco and SOAR Telescopes. This appointment could be on the Tenure or Scientist track. However, our search is not limited to these roles, and applicants with expertise and interest in any area of NOIRLab service work are welcome. Successful candidates are expected to take up residence at one of the three NOIRLab sites:
Hilo, Hawaii; La Serena, Chile; or Tucson, Arizona, as appropriate for their agreed upon service role. Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Science, or a closely related field, and at least two years of research experience post-PhD. Successful candidates are expected to carry out a vigorous research program commensurate with the fraction of research time available for the respective track. We are interested in seeing your application and hearing about how your innovative, new, and different ideas can support NOIRLab's mission and build a strong and diverse staff to take us forward.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Other SciencesEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications Show more details...
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