Resident Astronomer: Optical/IR Spectroscopy & Instrumentation (Remote)

CFHT Corporation; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Competitive benefits

Up to 50% remote work

Descripción de la vacante

CFHT in Waimea, Hawai'i invites applications for a Resident Astronomer. The role focuses on optical/near-infrared high-resolution spectroscopy, instrument development, and telescope operations. The appointment is for three years and renewable, with competitive benefits and relocation assistance.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research while supporting queue-scheduled observing, coordinate daytime QSO duties, and occasionally provide nighttime support. A Ph.D.

Formación

• Ph.D. in astronomy, physics or astrophysics or equivalent.
• Experience in instrument development, software development, and telescope operations.

Responsabilidades

• Daytime QSO coordination duties with occasional nighttime support.
• Serve as project or instrument scientist for development of instrumental or software projects.
• Support remote queue scheduling and activity across Maunakea observatories when required.

Conocimientos

Instrument development

Software development

Telescope operations

Educación

Ph.D. in astronomy, physics or astrophysics

Descripción del empleo

CFHT in Waimea, Hawai'i invites applications for a Resident Astronomer. The role focuses on optical/near-infrared high-resolution spectroscopy, instrument development, and telescope operations. The appointment is for three years and renewable, with competitive benefits and relocation assistance.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research while supporting queue-scheduled observing, coordinate daytime QSO duties, and occasionally provide nighttime support. A Ph.D.