Job Summary
CLOSING DATE:
May 14, 2025, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first).
Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), Hawai‘i
Observatory, Subaru Telescope Project, located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:
$5,200/Mon.
DUTIES:
Participates in the operation, technical development, and scientific exploitation of Subaru Telescope’s exoplanet imaging and spectroscopy instrumentation, including the Infrared Doppler Velocity Instrument (IRD), and the Subaru Coronagraphic Extreme Adaptive Optics (SCExAO) system.
Pursues research in high contrast imaging for exoplanet imaging and spectroscopy. Writes reports and submits papers for publication. Drives to the Summit to fix and update instruments as needed.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: PhD from an accredited college or university in Astronomy or related field.
EXPERIENCE: Two to four (2-4) years of research experience in astronomical instrumentation development, or in scientific use of adaptive optics astronomical instrumentation on a major astronomical observatory facility.
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of optical systems for high contrast imaging. Knowledge of wavefront sensing and control techniques for astronomical observations.
ABILITIES & SKILLS: Good verbal and written communication skills. Programming skills for astronomical data analysis. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment.
PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS: Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to work at 14,000 feet and pass a post offer high-altitude medical examination.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i’s and/or business entity’s policies, procedures, and trainings.
Violation of RCUH’s, UH’s, or business entity’s policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).
INQUIRIES:
Mr. Masayo Nakajima 808-895-7385 (Hawai’i).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/work/careers/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to [email protected]. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/document-library/3-000/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.
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