Chief Data Science & AI for Space Missions

Space Telescope Science Institute; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Head of the Data Science Mission Office to lead AI/ML initiatives across STScI missions. The role shapes the data science strategy and drives data-driven discovery using STScI's archives and platforms.

Responsibilities include guiding cross‑functional teams, budgets, partnerships with NASA and the astronomical community, and advancing data science capabilities while ensuring rigorous scientific methods and ethical AI practices.

Qualifications

• PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Computer Science, Data Science or related field.
• Significant research applying AI/ML to scientific domains, preferably astronomy.
• Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary data science initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for STScI data science strategy.
• Lead high-impact data science initiatives across missions.
• Oversee research enhancements and partnerships.
• Manage budgets and resources for DSMO.
• Represent STScI to government agencies and communities.

Skills

Scientific writing

ML pipelines

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Education

Ph.D. in Astronomy/Astrophysics/CS/DS

Leadership in interdisciplinary data science

Tools

AI/ML frameworks

Job description

Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Head of the Data Science Mission Office to lead AI/ML initiatives across STScI missions. The role shapes the data science strategy and drives data-driven discovery using STScI's archives and platforms.

Responsibilities include guiding cross‑functional teams, budgets, partnerships with NASA and the astronomical community, and advancing data science capabilities while ensuring rigorous scientific methods and ethical AI practices.