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Applications are now being accepted for a Research Scientist position focusing on Wide-Field Instrument Integration & Test (I&T) at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. The position consists of a research scientist appointment at the
University of Maryland, Baltimore County’s (UMBC) Center for Space Sciences and Technology (<a href="https://csst.umbc.edu/"><span style="color:#0562C1">CSST</span></a>), funded by NASA through the Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology
II (<a href="https://cresst2.umd.edu/"><span style="color:#0562C1">CRESST II</span></a>).<o:p></o:p></p>
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<i>Roman </i>is a NASA astrophysics flagship mission expected to launch in late-2026 that will perform wide-area and time-domain surveys of the universe at visible and near-infrared wavelengths. The primary mission objectives are studies in cosmology and exoplanet
demographics, but a wide range of astrophysical investigations are anticipated. <i>
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</span>field-of-view and both imaging and spectroscopic capabilities. WFI is currently in the I&T phase, with many subsystems complete and delivered to the instrument. Full WFI testing is expected to begin in the second half of 2023.
<a href="https://roman.gsfc.nasa.gov/science/WFI_technical.html"><span style="color:#0562C1">WFI technical specifications</span><span style="color:#0562C1;text-decoration:none">
</span></a>are available on the <i>Roman </i>website.<o:p></o:p></p>
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Now is the most exciting time to get involved with WFI. The successful applicant will work directly with the
<i>Roman </i>Project Science team on the integration and test of the instrument. They will also collaborate with GSFC
<i>Roman </i>engineers and mission partners at Ball Aerospace, the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) Science Operations Center (SOC), and the Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC) Science Support Center (SSC). Primary responsibilities for WFI
I&T support include one or more of the following activities: test planning, test shift support, pipeline and tool development, data analysis and trending, and calibration. The remainder of the applicant’s time will be available for independent research projects.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<i>Roman </i>is managed and led by NASA’s GSFC. Goddard is home to thousands of scientists and engineers that design, build, test, and operate cutting edge space observatories. The
<i>Roman </i>Project Science team at GSFC is comprised of scientists with a broad set of scientific backgrounds and technical expertise. This includes experts in infrared detectors, optics, and observatory operations with science interests in cosmology, galaxies,
stars, exoplanets, and high energy astrophysics. As a member of the Astrophysics Science Division, the successful applicant will be immersed in an enriching and inclusive environment with a diverse body of peers spanning senior scientists to undergraduate
interns.<o:p></o:p></p>
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Candidates must have a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or a related field plus at least five years of independent research experience. Salary and benefits are competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position will be for 2 years, renewable
upon mutual agreement and availability of funds.<o:p></o:p></p>
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The position will remain available until filled. Complete applications received by Monday, April 24, 2023, will receive full consideration. Candidates should provide a cover letter, Curriculum Vita including a publication list, a statement of research interests
and technical experience, and contact information for three references via email to Ms. Katherine McKee<a href="mailto:katherine.mckee@nasa.gov"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none"> (</span><span style="color:#0562C1">katherine.mckee@nasa.gov</span><span style="color:blue;text-decoration:none">)</span></a><span style="color:blue">.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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Salary and benefits are competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Vaccination is strongly recommended for UMBC students, faculty, and staff. For more information about the proposed research, contact Dr. Joshua Schlieder<a href="mailto:joshua.e.schlieder@nasa.gov"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">
(</span><span style="color:#0562C1">joshua.e.schlieder@nasa.gov</span><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">)</span></a>. For information on CRESST II or UMBC, Dr. Don Engel
<a href="mailto:donengel@umbc.edu"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">(</span><span style="color:#0562C1">donengel@umbc.edu</span><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">)</span></a>. UMBC is committed to inclusive excellence and
innovation and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. UMBC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply. EOE/M/F/D/V.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Katie McKee<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">(301) 286-3063 / (301) 286-1681 (F)<o:p></o:p></p>
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