Science Operations Specialist

2 weeks ago

Hilo, Hawaii, United States AURA Full time
About the Role

AURA is seeking a highly skilled Science Operations Specialist to join our team at the NOIRLab Telescope Operations division. As a key member of our international team, you will be responsible for operating the Gemini North telescope, performing queue observing, and assisting visiting and staff scientists and engineers in their use of telescope, instruments, and computer systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate the telescope, instruments, and computer systems during night-time and day-time science and engineering use.
  • Perform queue observing and assist visiting and staff scientists and engineers in their use of telescope, instruments, and computer systems.
  • Evaluate the quality of scientific data and provide operational, technical, and archival support for data handling.
  • Work independently on special projects aligned with Observatory goals.
  • Be responsible for the safety of personnel, telescope, and instruments while working at night.
Requirements
  • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Must be prepared to work night shifts.
  • Must be prepared to be responsible for the safety of people and equipment while working at night.
  • Must possess organizational and communication skills as well as the ability to learn quickly.
  • Must be fluent in English, while command of the Spanish language is an advantage.
  • Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible - excellent attendance and commitment to work scheduled shifts is necessary.
  • Must be a self-learner and self-starter; requires above-average initiative.
  • Requires outstanding judgment and ability to communicate firmly when issues of safety of personnel or the telescope are apparent.
  • Ability to work productively in a multinational team.
  • A good working knowledge of PyRAF/IRAF, Python, and the Unix/Linux operating system is preferred.
  • Requires significant prior experience in operation of large telescopes.
  • Requires a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and the ability to drive 4WD vehicles.
Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree in physics, astronomy, computer science, engineering, or a closely related field is required; a Master's is preferred, particularly if it included observing experience.

Benefits

AURA offers an excellent benefits package, including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment.

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