Assistant Project Scientist — Astronomical Instrumentation

University of California - San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Optical and Infrared Laboratory (OIRLab) seeks an Assistant Project Scientist to advance astronomical instrumentation for major ground-based observatories, including Keck. The role involves design, integration, assembly, and testing of advanced optical and infrared instruments as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will contribute engineering expertise in optics, optomechanics, electronics, and instrumentation design, enabling world-class observational

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background in optics, optomechanics, mechanical systems, electronics, instrumentation design.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, integration, assembly, and testing of advanced optical and infrared instruments.

Job description

UC San Diego's Optical and Infrared Laboratory (OIRLab) seeks an Assistant Project Scientist to advance astronomical instrumentation for major ground-based observatories, including Keck. The role involves design, integration, assembly, and testing of advanced optical and infrared instruments as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will contribute engineering expertise in optics, optomechanics, electronics, and instrumentation design, enabling world-class observational