Power Project Manager - Ska-Low Telescope

Skatelescope; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead a dynamic team in the development of operating procedures for a groundbreaking radio astronomy facility. This role involves mentoring junior analysts, ensuring data quality, and facilitating communication between technical staff and scientific stakeholders. As part of a transformative project, you will contribute to the successful operation of a next-generation telescope array, impacting our understanding of the universe. If you are passionate about data and astronomy, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis and quality assurance.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of the data analyst/operator team.
• Design and document operating procedures for SKAO.
• Conduct and calibrate astronomical observations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Quality Assurance

Documentation

Team Management

Astronomical Observations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science or related field

Master's Degree in Astronomy or related field

Job description

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics.

Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond. In South Africa, the SKAO is collaborating with SARAO to operate and support the construction of the mid frequency telescope (SKA-Mid) in the remote Karoo region.

The Senior Data Analyst will be responsible for the development of operator procedures and documentation, as well as mentoring and training data analysts/operators under their supervision.

We have two positions available.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage performance of the data analyst/operator team
2. Play a leading role in designing and documenting operating procedures for SKAO
3. Conduct, monitor, and calibrate astronomical observations and use appropriate computing resources towards the successful operation of the telescope array
4. Undertake quality assurance of data
5. Support communication between engineering and technical staff and scientific stakeholders