National Radio Astronomy Observatory · 3 months ago
Scientist Open Rank, Assistant - Associate Scientist (108)
NRAO Array Operations Center, PO Box 0, SOCORRO, New Mexico, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The NRAO is seeking a Scientist (open rank) who will be involved in the science support operations of the VLA and VLBA telescopes, focusing on performance and user support. The role includes responsibilities such as tracking instrument performance, developing new observing capabilities, and providing support for telescope users.
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Responsibilities
Track and characterize instrument performance and work with software and hardware engineers, and maintenance groups to identify and solve problems
Develop and test new observing capabilities and modes for the VLBA and/or the VLA
Contribute to the design, development, testing, and documentation of software related to science support
Provide support for VLBA and VLA users
Support active and engaged research to push the telescopes' capabilities, building on their own research and the needs of the broader astronomical community
Aid in the design, development, and testing for future telescopes and/or telescope capability, including writing requirements, project oversight, testing, and/or commissioning of the instrument
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
You have a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or related field
You have at least 1 year of post-doctoral experience working in radio astronomy, geodesy, or a closely related field
Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to clearly convey technical information to software developers, engineers, scientists, technicians, and others
Ability to interact with others in a positive and respectful manner
Familiarity with scientific computing/observatory software/radio astronomy technology
Flexibility and adaptability to a changing work environment
Preferred
Experience with very long baseline interferometry, including with reducing VLBI data
Knowledge of radio astronomy instrumentation
Established record of independent research
Benefits
Excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave)
Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment
AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution
Optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions
Company
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement.
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