Posting Number

req15018

Department

Steward Observatory

Department Website Link

as.arizona.edu

Location

Main Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The selected candidate will support research in ground and space-based telescopes. They will work closely with mechanical, software, and optical engineers to accomplish the goals of the Principal Investigator and their program. Scientific software engineering and data processing skills to develop and operate software systems for science data processing and analysis for space missions. Strives to bring creative and innovative ideas to solve exciting problems. Responsible for the development of data analysis and visualization tools, implementation of scientific processing algorithms, data processing and data analysis, maintenance of existing systems, and dissemination of scientific data. Collaborates with scientists, mission operators, engineers, students, and other colleagues and stakeholders. We are looking for applicants that communicate well with diversified teams and can collaborate with stakeholders across CAAO, Steward Observatory, and the science community.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage data in secure cloud servers. To include keeping track of users and access restrictions on Microsoft 365 Government.
• Oversee the development and implementation of software for processing and analysis of scientific and engineering data from space science missions – we use a variety of languages and both on-premise and Cloud-resident implementations.
• Maintain secure servers housed the cloud and inside of Steward Observatory and make sure users have access to the servers. To include CAD servers and Git repositories.
• Help develop GUI interfaces to allow people to access the information.
• Attending meetings to keep up with the development of the project and make sure all objectives are being achieved for both the cloud and local servers for information

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.00

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

DOE

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

9

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Research & Data Analysis

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

6/26/2023

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

so-humanresources@list.arizona.edu

Open Date

5/12/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.