ngVLA Scientist (5004)
Company: National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Location: Charlottesville
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Position Description: Position SummaryThe National Radio Astronomy
Observatory (NRAO) is a diverse research and development
organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe.
The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span
the globe, including the Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the
Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) across North America, and the
Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These
telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing
astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. We are
currently designing the Next-Generation VLA (ngVLA), a new facility
which will offer an order-of-magnitude advance over the current VLA
and VLBA with first light expected in the 2030s. At NRAO we are
seeking a Scientist (open-rank) to support the ngVLA software
design and development effort. The appointee will be expected to
spend 75% of their time on functional work as part of the ngVLA
Science Support Integrated Product Team (IPT), with the remaining
25% available for independent research. The primary responsibility
for this position will be help develop and maintain detailed
software requirements for the ngVLA Computing and Software IPT.
Other responsibilities will include, but are not limited to,
supporting the development of calibration and operation processes
and workflows. The preferred duty station for this position is in
Albuquerque, NM. The NRAO Albuquerque Office is located in the
Science and Technology Park on the South Campus of The University
of New Mexico (www.unm.edu). Albuquerque is the largest city in New
Mexico with a wide variety of restaurants, entertainment, and
cultural events. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, both
cities offer ample access to outdoor recreation. Other NRAO sites
for the primary duty station will also be considered. What You Will
be Doing:
- Supporting the development of operations processes and
workflows.
- Developing detailed system and subsystem requirements for ngVLA
software, including but not limited to the calibration and imaging
pipelines and their underlying functionality.
- Contributing to calibration strategies under development for
ngVLA.
- Carrying out a program of independent astronomical
research.Work EnvironmentWork is mission driven, team oriented and
typically performed in an office setting within a research or
development environment.Who You Are:
- You have a PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or a related
field, and at least 3 years of related experience after PhD.
- Previous experience in radio astronomy data reduction and
analysis, software development, and/or commissioning is
preferred.Competency Summary
- Established record of independent research.
- Research expertise in interferometric
radio/millimeter/submillimeter astronomy.
- Demonstrated experience leading a team.
- Demonstrated proficiency working with a geographically
distributed, multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience with standard radio astronomy data reduction
software (e.g., CASA).
- Experience with observatory capability development and/or
observatory operations.
- Highly organized, with attention to detail.
- Fluency in the English language.
- Excellent communication skills including both presentations and
writing technical reports.Total Rewards: AUI offers a comprehensive
total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility
requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their
families with an extensive and competitive compensation and
benefits package that supports our employees overall well-being and
career growth.CompensationThe AUI strives to attract and retain
dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by
offering competitive compensation and recognition for
performance.Factors which may affect starting pay within this range
may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other
qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal
equity and labor market conditions.Benefits:AUIs benefits package
addresses the needs of employees and their families with most
benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides
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. AUIs retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to
10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required
employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental,
tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.Application
Instructions: Select the Apply button. Please prepare and send a
single PDF document consisting of the following items:
- Cover letter stating why the candidate is interested in this
position. The letter should describe how the candidate matches the
position and qualifications described above.
- Curriculum Vitae & Publication List.
- Summary of past research and technical experience (maximum of 3
pages), including any data processing or commissioning work
relevant to this position.Deadline to apply is November 1, 2024.
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.Please also
have three letters of recommendation sent to tdillon@nrao.edu.Equal
Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity
employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled
Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged
to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit
http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs. If you require reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due
to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to
resumes@nrao.edu. PM20
The NRAO is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V)The National
Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science
Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated
Universities, Inc.
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Keywords: National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Harrisonburg , ngVLA Scientist (5004), Other , Charlottesville, Virginia
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