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Tucson, AZ, United States
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Astronomer, Instrument Support | |
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Posting Number | req13382 |
Department | Large Binocular Telescope Obs |
Department Website Link | www.lbto.org |
Location | Main Campus |
Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
Position Highlights | The Large Binocular Telescope Observatory (LBTO) operates the 2 x 8.4 m LBT on the 3200 m summit of Mount Graham near Safford, Arizona. Facility instruments include wide-field prime focus optical imagers, multi-object double-beam blue/red optimized optical spectrometers for faint object optical spectroscopy, near-infrared imager/spectrographs capable of multi-object spectroscopy with cooled custom slit masks and of utilizing the LBT adaptive optics system for high angular resolution imaging and spectroscopy, and a high resolution (up to 250,000) extremely stable fiber-fed dual-beam optical spectrograph in an environmentally controlled chamber. In addition, a near-infrared beam combiner and interferometer exploits the 23 m baseline of the LBT when combined with the adaptive optics system. Over the next two years, three additional instruments that utilize the adaptive optics system will be commissioned and brought into routine use for high angular resolution, high contrast visible and near-infrared measurements and for extremely high precision radial velocity studies. The LBTO seeks an Instrument Support Scientist/Astronomer to join a small and energetic instrumentation and science support group. A fraction of the incumbent's time may be designated for personal research. Instrument Support Scientists primarily work at the LBTO headquarters on the University of Arizona campus in Tucson with occasional support work on the Mount Graham summit. Travel to LBT member institutes in the US and Europe may also be required. Candidates with technical and operational experience using adaptive optics systems and their data as well as high resolution optical/IR spectroscopy are especially encouraged to apply. In addition, candidates with experience at 8 m class telescopes supporting wide-field optical imaging, faint object optical multi-object spectroscopy, and infrared imaging and spectroscopy will also be considered. Review of applications will begin March 15, 2023. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . |
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Preferred Qualifications | |
FLSA | Exempt |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
Number of Hours Worked per Week | 40 |
Job FTE | 1.0 |
Work Calendar | Fiscal |
Job Category | Research |
Benefits Eligible | Yes - Full Benefits |
Rate of Pay | DOE |
Compensation Type | salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
Grade | 10 |
Career Stream and Level | PC4 |
Job Family | Researchers & Scientists |
Job Function | Research |
Type of criminal background check required: | Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Target Hire Date | |
Expected End Date | |
Contact Information for Candidates | LBTO Director, Dr. Joseph Shields jshields@lbto.org |
Open Date | 2/3/2023 |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
Special Instructions to Applicant | |
Diversity Statement | At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. |
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