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Cape Town - South Africa

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

A senior leadership opportunity exists for an accomplished professional to support the operations and commissioning of one of the worlds most advanced radio telescopes: SKA-Mid. This role is ideal for a candidate with deep domain expertise in radio astronomy physics or radio-frequency engineering and proven leadership of multidisciplinary technical teams in complex scientific environments.


As Deputy Director you will work closely with the SKA-Mid Telescope Director to oversee the telescopes operational readiness lead core technical teams and represent the telescopes interests in national and international collaborations. You will also manage the local SKA-Mid Collaboration Team contributing to construction support science operations engineering systems and computing infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities (amongst others)
  • Support the Telescope Director in planning and executing SKA-Mid operations including commissioning and science readiness.
  • Manage and coordinate Engineering Operations Computing & Software and Science Operations teams.
  • Provide strategic oversight and line management of the SKA-Mid Collaboration Team working under the Bilateral Collaboration Agreement.
  • Contribute to telescope-wide decision-making and represent the telescope in global operational forums.
  • Serve as a member of the Executive team contributing to institutional leadership and strategic direction.


Minimum Requirements
Key Requirements:
Qualification(s) required: Masters in Astronomy Physics Engineering or a related field or aMasters degree in Business Administration Operations Management or a related field with a Bachelors degree or higher in a technical field related to telescope Qualification: PhD in Astronomy Physics Engineering or a related field.


Experience Required:
  • A minimum of 10 years relevant experience in technical operations management with a significant focus on strategic partnerships or joint ventures.
  • At least 5 years in a senior management role preferably with experience in managing cross-organizational or collaborative projects.
Desirable Experience:
  • Experience in the operations of large-scale scientific facilities
  • Experience in the transition from construction to operations

This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in a globally significant scientific project and help shape the future of radio astronomy operations on the African continent.


NB: Kindly note that only candidates with the required qualifications and experience listed will be considered.



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