Astronomical Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


Huntsville, Alabama, United States Universities Space Research Association Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Associate Scientist, Astronomy, to join our team at the Universities Space Research Association. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research in the meteor/meteoroid discipline, developing software and tools to analyze meteor-related data, and responding to bright meteor events occurring over the United States.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain models and simulations of the meteoroid environment, including meteoroid structure and properties, and the Solar System small bodies associated with meteoroids.
  • Analyze observational data collected from telescopes, cameras, radiometers, or other instrumentation.
  • Conduct observations of meteors and their parent bodies, and monitor the Moon for flashes caused by meteoroid impacts.
  • Present research results to the NASA customer and at conferences.
  • Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Deliver quick-turnaround characterizations of bright meteor events to the Meteoroid Environment Office customer.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • At least 2 first-author publications in a peer-reviewed journal.
  • Extensive experience coding in Python with formal training in computer science.
  • Working knowledge of statistics.
  • Experience in operating telescopes or observational astronomy coursework.
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
  • Excellent customer relations skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and transition between quick-turnaround assignments.
  • Initiative and proactivity to make connections and build relationships with key players on the tasks.
  • Capability to plan and perform analyses independently and within a team.
Working Requirements

This position is not available for remote working. The candidate is required to follow MSFC/EV44 in-office work policy, which currently requires employees to be in the office a minimum of Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday each week. Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

US Citizenship

Must be a US Citizen.

Travel

The potential exists to travel to other US government facilities and to conferences.

Contingent Upon Funding

This position is contingent upon funding.



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