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University Corp. For Atmospheric Research (UCAR) Instrumentation Scientist III in Boulder, Colorado
Job Description Summary:We are excited to announce that the High Altitude Observatory (HAO), one of the NCAR's seven labs, has an opening for an Instrumentation Scientist III position.
This position develops and operates state-of-the-art observational and experimental instruments in solar physics, with particular emphasis on their application to research. Position Details: Visa Sponsored Job:Yes
Relocation Assistance Eligible:Yes
Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Position Type & Term:Full time, Regular
Compensation Range: Annual salary range: $123,001 - $153,750 Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role. Application Notes Job Location: Boulder, CO
Job Type:Hybrid(minimum of 2 days a week is required to be on-site)
Position Type & Term: This will be a full-time, regular position afterAppointments Review Group (ARG)* approval.
NOTE: This position will be hired as Instrumentation Scientist III and moved to Research Engineer III after the Appointments Review Group (ARG)* approval is completed.
*Appointments Review Group (ARG)is the NCAR ladder-track appointmentsprocess.
Work Authorization:YES Visa sponsorship IS Available for this position
Relocation Assistance: YES ReloIS Available for this position
Application Deadline:
This position will receive applications until June 24, 2024
Required application materials: Make sure to include all documents listed!!
Resume/CV
List of publications
Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. .
What You Will Do Here is a summary of what one would expect to be responsible for in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Develops instruments and applies analytical tools to study basic physical processes. Serves as Lead Instrument Scientist of the Coronal and Solar Magnetism Observatory (COSMO) Large Coronagraph (i.e., leading role in developing the large Coronagraph instrument as part of the future COSMO facilit
Acts as Principal Investigator and lead instrument scientist for the Upgraded Coronal Multi-Channel Polarimeter (UCoMP) coronagraph operating at Mauna Loa. Works in leadership roles on projects where funding is sought from external sources. As Principal Investigator or lead instrument scientist, responsibilities include:
Develop science questions, derive science requirements, and flow down to instrument requirements. Supervise instrument design, fabrication, and costing. Develop plans for data calibration and analysis. Work with the science team to implement adata calibration pipeline and validation.
Engages in science research that advances the imperatives and frontiers of the HAO strategic plan. The successful candidate must work with HAO and community scientists on current heliophysics research topics.
Provides scientific expertise and project leadership for various HAO existing and next-generation solar instrumentation projects involving spectropolarimetry. Mentors and guides junior scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Who We'd Love to Join Our Team
Education & Experience REQUIRED:
PhD and seven years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in conducting scientific research pertinent to advancing the science goals of NCAR and HAO.
Experience leading teams of engineers, scientists,... For full info follow application link.
The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex,