General Summary Description of Position:
To achieve the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) primary scientific goals, a detailed understanding of the integrated as-built system performance of the Rubin observatory, telescope, camera, image processing and their relation to final derived data products is required. Since the beginning of construction, to achieve a deep understanding of the overall system, the project has developed and used several tools and analysis processes, which are mostly written in Python. The System Performance Postdoctoral Researcher position is extensively involved with the continuing assessment of the project's technical and scientific performance metrics based on as-built data by building on and optimizing the project's existing tooling during further integration, verification, and eventually operation.
The System Performance Post Doc is a key member of the System Integration and Test and Commissioning (SIT-Com) team, with activities based in La Serena, Chile and Tucson, AZ, USA.
This position closely collaborates with the Project Scientist, System and Subsystem Scientists, as well as with the integrated SIT-Com team, and it reports to the System Scientist.
This position can be based in La Serena, Chile or Tucson, AZ, USA, with frequent extended trips to Chile. The position is expected to last through construction (concluding 2025) with the expectation to extend the position through 1-2 years of early Operations.
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The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position will remain open until it is filled. To be considered in the first round of reviews, please submit your application by February 15, 2023.
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The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of 49 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories for the National Science Foundation and NASA. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to diversity throughout the astronomical and scientific workforce. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.
AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at https://hr.aura-astronomy.org/employee-benefits-guide/
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