Astrophysicist (Technical Assistant)

Submission Information
Publish Date: 
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Archive Date: 
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Scientific/Technical Staff
Institution Classification/Type: 
Government Agency
Institution/Company: 
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
City: 
Cambridge
State/Province: 
MA
Zip/Postal: 
01721
Country: 
United States of America
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

ASTROPHYSICIST (TECHNICAL ASSISTANT)
Technical Assistants in this position provide technical and scientific support for space
observatory operations and X-ray astronomy research using the Chandra X-ray Observatory. In
concert with scientific staff, Technical Assistants plan and schedule Chandra science
observations; code, modify, debug, and document software for mission planning; develop and
maintain databases; draft and maintain materials for websites; and participate in the daily
operations of the Chandra Observatory.
For further information and requirements, view the complete Job Vacancy Announcement at
https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/opportunities/sao-employment-opportunities/p...
Application Procedure: SAO will only accept applications on line for this position. For complete
information and online application procedures, please visit: USAJOBS
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity in our workplace.

Application Deadline: 
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Selection Deadline: 
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Current Status of Position: 
Accepting Applicants
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