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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Lead Scientist for Fermi Science Support Center<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Applications are now being accepted for a scientist to lead the Fermi Science Support Center (FSSC) for the </span><a href="https://fermi.gsfc.nasa.gov/" title="https://fermi.gsfc.nasa.gov/"><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none">Fermi
Gamma-ray Space Telescope mission</span></a><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> at
<i>NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC)</i> in Greenbelt, MD. The position consists of an appointment
</span>in the Department of Physics at The Catholic University of America (CUA),<span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> funded by NASA through the </span><a href="https://cresst2.umd.edu/index.html" title="https://cresst2.umd.edu/index.html"><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none">Center
for Research and Exploration in Space Sciences & Technology II (CRESST II)</span></a><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> cooperative agreement.
<i><o:p></o:p></i></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">The Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope generates a broad range of astrophysics research through ongoing all-sky observations from 20 keV to more than 300 GeV and through a 15-year data archive.
The mission supports an extensive US and international community of users who participate in analysis and interpretation of Fermi data along with multiwavelength and multimessenger programs and theoretical studies in support of Fermi science. The FSSC is central
to these activities. The Lead Scientist provides overall management of the FSSC and works as a key partner with the Fermi project science team to achieve high scientific output from the mission.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">The FSSC consists of scientists and scientific programmers responsible for data center and science operations activities. The group develops and maintains the Fermi data archive, and develops,
maintains, distributes, and supports Fermi data analysis software, documentation, and data products in cooperation with the instrument teams. The FSSC leads mission scheduling activities and supports instrument operations. Additionally, the FSSC supports all
areas of user activities, including community workshops, the Fermi Summer School, and the Fermi Guest Investigator (GI) Program. The FSSC Lead Scientist is responsible for overseeing these activities and the personnel supporting them.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">The successful candidate will lead user support for the Fermi GI program. This includes management of the annual proposal submission process and organization of the proposal review meetings.
The Lead Scientist will plan and conduct proposer workshops, collect and disseminate supporting materials, respond to queries from proposers and guest investigators, facilitate joint observation programs, and monitor the progress of implemented programs. The
Lead Scientist will provide reports on GI activities to the Fermi project science team, the NASA HQ program officer, and the Fermi Users Group. The FSSC Lead Scientist responsibilities are estimated to be at the 70% level with the additional time available
to conduct a rigorous program of independent scientific research in areas of relevance to Fermi science. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Candidates must have a Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or a related field, with a preference for at least 5 years of post-Ph.D. experience relevant to the position. Candidates should
demonstrate accomplishments in topics pertinent to Fermi science and gamma-ray astrophysics as documented by a record of journal publications and other research outputs. Candidates are expected to have excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational
skills, and the ability to work as part of and manage a team drawn from diverse backgrounds. The selection will favor candidates with a good understanding of gamma-ray astrophysics user needs and those with experience in engaging with the astrophysics community.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
Candidates with previous experience supporting astrophysics missions or facilities are encouraged to apply, but this is not a requirement.
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">After an initial year, the position will be reviewed for a more extended term.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> The nominal starting date is in early
2024, but alternate dates are possible depending on availability. Salary and benefits are competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-fareast-language:EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Candidates should send a complete application – which includes a
<a name="_Hlk146746360">cover letter, Curriculum Vitae </a></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk146746360"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">including a publication list, a statement of research interests,
</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk146746360"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext">a statement describing your vision for how the FSSC will fulfill its role to support the Fermi user community,
</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk146746360"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">and contact information for three references</span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> – to Ms. Katherine
McKee </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">(<a href="mailto:katherine.s.mckee@nasa.gov">katherine.s.mckee@nasa.gov</a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">)</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
</span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-decoration:none">by November 19, 2023, for full consideration. The position will remain available until filled.</span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-fareast-language:EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">For more information about the duties or the
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Fermi Science Support Center</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">, contact Dr. Elizabeth Hays (<a href="mailto:elizabeth.a.hays@nasa.gov">elizabeth.a.hays@nasa.gov</a>).
For information on CUA and CRESST II, contact Dr. Tommy Wiklind (<a href="mailto:wiklind@cua.edu">wiklind@cua.edu</a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">)</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.
The Catholic University of America is committed to building a diverse group and encourages applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Catholic University of America is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
Employer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Best,<span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Katie McKee (she/her)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">CRESST II Career Development Manager<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">(301) 286-3063 / (301) 286-1681 (F)<o:p></o:p></p>
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