Lunar Science Data Analyst jobs in United States
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University of Colorado Boulder · 2 hours ago

Lunar Science Data Analyst

positionBoulder, CO
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid Level
money$70K/yr - $70K/yr

The University of Colorado Boulder is home to the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics, which is dedicated to advancing scientific discovery in space sciences. The Science Data Analyst will support the Lunar-VISE mission by developing and validating calibration methodologies for the LV-CIRiS instrument, collaborating with mission scientists and engineers to ensure the scientific integrity of data products.

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Responsibilities

Analyze ground calibration and performance data for the LV-CIRiS instrument
Evaluate instrument behavior and performance using laboratory and test datasets
Support validation activities using models of infrared emission spectra of analog samples
Develop, implement, and test algorithms for image calibration and derived data products
Validate calibration procedures using test data and modeled spectra
Document calibration methodologies, assumptions, and results
Participate in weekly meetings with the Lunar-VISE mission team and LASP Data Systems
Coordinate with scientists, engineers, and data systems staff to ensure pipeline readiness and data usability
Contribute to mission deliverables related to calibration and data processing
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

PhD in planetary scienceScientific data analysisAlgorithm developmentThermal infrared imagingPython programmingRadiometric calibrationInfrared spectroscopyCollaborative work

Required

PhD in planetary science or a closely related field
Experience with scientific data analysis and algorithm development
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary mission team
Experience with thermal infrared imaging and spectroscopy for lunar science
Radiometric calibration procedures
Programming in Python or similar languages

Preferred

Experience with LV-CIRiS (or L-CIRiS) calibration and ground test data
Familiarity with infrared spectroscopy, radiometric calibration, or planetary remote sensing
Experience validating data products using modeled or laboratory reference spectra

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Retirement plans
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents
ECO Pass for local transit

Company

University of Colorado Boulder

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University of Colorado Boulder is a bold, innovative community of scholars and learners who accelerate human potential
dateFounded in 1876
location
Boulder, Colorado, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
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https://www.colorado.edu

H1B Sponsorship

University of Colorado Boulder has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$29.19M
Key Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyNational Science Foundation
2023-10-10Grant· $1.4M
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
2021-09-29Grant· $22M

Leadership Team

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Kristin Masker
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