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Job Summary
IPAC at the California Institute of Technology is seeking a Scientific Analyst to join the Science Affairs team at the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute (NExScI). As part of Caltech's Physics, Math, and Astronomy Division, NExScI is committed to providing data and tools that support the global discovery and characterization of exoplanets and their host stars (https://www.ipac.caltech.edu/project/exoplanet-archive).
About the NExScI Science Affairs Team
The NExScI Science Affairs team is at the forefront of facilitating interaction between the exoplanet research community and NASA’s Exoplanet Exploration Program. The team is responsible for the management, in partnership with W. M. Keck Observatory, of the NASA Keck time, the management of the Sagan(exoplanet) portion of the NASA Hubble Fellowship Program, and the development and organization of NExScI-hosted scientific events. Additionally, we organize The Sagan Summer Workshop which now attracts more than 1400 participants worldwide. We also are actively involved in supporting NASA’s Exoplanet Exploration Program at community conferences such as the annual AAS and DPS meetings.
Essential Job Duties
Reporting to the NExScI Science Affairs Task Lead Scientist, the Scientific Analyst will have a diverse range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Basic Qualifications
Naturally, you will be capable of demonstrating your prior record of achievement in the following:
Preferred Qualifications
Beyond these basic qualifications, there are a set of skills which will add to your ability to be successful in the role. Even if these don’t yet describe you, we’d still like to hear from you:
Required Documents
Complete applications submitted by June 14, 2024, will receive full consideration, although review of applications will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified.
People choose to work at IPAC for many reasons, and the casual, employee-centric culture often leads to fulfilling, long-term careers and positive relationships. Caltech’s benefits program offers a quality, competitive benefits package that is affordable for you and the Institute. We also offer a 403(b) defined contribution plan to eligible staff as well as a Voluntary Retirement Savings (TDA) Plan. IPAC staff have access to the Institute’s facilities, including the athletic center, libraries, on-site daycare, professional development and enrichment classes, and Athenaeum club membership.
$69,200 - $93,600 Per Year
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks.
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