Support Astronomer
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Job Description
PositionTitle: Support Astronomer
Employee Classification: Support Astronomer
College/Division: Arts and Sciences College
Department: 330300-ASTRONOMY
Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt
Summary: The Department of Astronomy at New Mexico State University a research-focused academic unit dedicated to excellence in education and discovery invites you to apply for an available position to support the scientific activities at Sunspot Solar Observatory located in Sunspot NM.
Classification Summary:
Operates telescopes and/or associated instrumentation to obtain astronomical data and/or assistsAssists visiting astronomers in obtaining high quality observational data. Provides technical scientific and logistical support to astronomers before during and after their observing runs a the telescope including assistance with data analysis. Performs general and specific commissioning of the telescope and instruments. Conducts astronomical research.
Classification Standard Duties:
Supervise direct delegate and evaluate work of assigned staff. Plan observing strategy for facilities where applicable. Perform quality assurance tests of telescope instruments and acquired with colleagues in survey project preparing scientific results where applicable. Operate facilities to acquire scientific data. Develop commissioning plans for facilities and operational commissioning tests prepare reports. Perform periodic engineering tests and procedures analyze and interpret results. Work with engineering staff to maintain and improve facilities. Interface with other project staff a different institutions regarding survey issues and progress. Perform related duties as required.
Required Education Experience Certification/License Equivalency
Required Education:Masters degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Three (3) years of professional experience with modern astronomical spectrographic and/or imaging instruments moderate to large telescopes and astronomical data reductions with demonstrated successes in astronomical research.; Equivalency:Doctorate that includes observing experience (no additional experience needed)or Bachelor degree in a related field and five (5) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:University and department policies and procedures; principles and practices of organization and administration; principles of supervision training and performance evaluation telescope control systems analysis of CCD images/spectra.; SKILLS:Short- and long-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; public contact and relations; or a land written communication technical mechanical and engineering computer electronics.;ABILITIES:Direct evaluate train and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information operate large astronomical telescopes.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for assisting with the acquisition and preparation of high-quality observational data taken from the Dunn Solar Telescope. Provides technical scientific and logistical support in obtaining and preparing science-ready data including assistance with data reduction and analysis. May be based in Las Cruces NM at the main NMSU campus but will be responsible to visit the observatory occasionally to help with data transfer perform new optical setups if qualified and assist with visiting instrumentation scientists. The Dunn Solar Telescope at Sunspot Solar Observatory is still acquiring high-quality diffraction-limited data and this exciting opportunity will allow for curating such data and distributing it to the solar community.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements of the Position
Department Contact: Juie Shetye
Contingent Upon Funding:Contingent upon funding
Bargaining Unit Eligibility:This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule:Shift: Other Shift
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:Monday Sunday 8pm to 6am night shift afternoons weekends or holidays may be required
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures dirt dust fumes smoke unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
