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    Research Technician III/Telescope Operations Specialist

    College of Arts & Sciences

    Ctr For High Angular Resolute


    Position is located at CHARA Array facility in Mt. Wilson, California


    The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe.


    As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members.

    Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education.

    These are exciting times at The

    College of Arts and Sciences

    at Georgia State University. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

    The Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy (CHARA) at Georgia State University (GSU) is seeking applicants for a

    Research Technician III/Telescope Operations Specialist.


    WHAT MAKES
    College of Arts & Science

    A GREAT PLACE?

    A flexible work environment

    Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

    A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

    Professional development opportunity and mentorship

    A rapidly growing center within an academic setting


    HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
    The ideal candidate for this position will operate

    the CHARA Array, an optical/infrared long-baseline interferometer at Mount Wilson Observatory ).

    The telescope operations specialist controls the telescopes and associated systems of the Array for night-time observation of astronomical objects.

    The work involves slewing the telescopes, locking the adaptive optics systems, monitoring the dome positions, beam alignment control, delay line control, and monitoring the performance of the beam combiners.

    It is a unique facility, and prospective applicants will require several weeks of training with CHARA staff.


    This position requires year-round night-time work in the mountain-top environment of the Mount Wilson Observatory north of Los Angeles, California.

    The job schedule involves rotating weekend duty, occasional holiday work, and work during emergencies.


    Applications received by May 19, 2024, will receive full consideration. An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification.
    Disclaimer

    :

    This job requisition provides a high-level job definition.

    It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.


    As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

    Qualifications

    :

    Minimum Requirements:


    Bachelor's degree and three years of research experience; or high school diploma and seven years of research experience or a combination of education and related experience.

    Preferred Hiring Requirements:

    Experience with astronomical telescopes;

    Experience with computer interfaces;

    Be physically fit and able to work night-time hours;

    The ability to work independently and interact effectively with staff

    College/Business Unit

    :

    College of Arts & Sciences

    Department

    :

    Shift

    :

    Varies

    Salary

    :

    $50,000 - $56,000

    Pay Grade

    :

    12

    FLSA Status

    :

    Exempt

    Job Type

    :

    Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

    Job Posting

    :

    05/09/24, 1:56:07 PM

    Closing Date

    :

    05/24/24, 3:59:00 AM

    Special Instructions

    :

    To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

    A complete and accurate GSU application

    Resume

    Cover Letter /

    Statement about any special skills or accomplishments

    Contact information for at least three references

    3 professional references

    Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Dr. Gail Schaefer ) or Dr. Christopher Farrington

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    Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.


    Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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