Description:
You will serve as a member of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Project Science Team, with the primary goal of maximizing the science return of JWST. You will be responsible for the scientific quality of the science data from all 17 science instrument modes of JWST, data reduction pipelines and underlying algorithms, the accuracy and precision of calibrations, data analysis tools, and the delivery of data products to the scientific user community.Requirements:
In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement.
Vacant research positions may be filled at one of several grade levels depending upon the scientific impact of the person selected. A review may be required to determine the appropriate grade level of the position and supplemental materials may be required from the selectee. Please keep this in mind when indicating the lowest grade you will accept. If selected at the lower grade level, the scientific impact of the incumbent will be examined in addition to other factors, to determine if the person is eligible for promotion.
To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Performing independent scientific research on a topic relevant to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) science objectives (e.g. observational cosmology, galactic evolution, exoplanets); Using various science instrument observing modes or science data formats for a ground-based or space-based research project; Supporting planning, development, or execution activities related to science data reduction pipelines for the JWST or a space telescope program or project; Reporting the results of research in technical publications, scientific journals, and/or scientific conferences. To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Performing independent scientific research and providing expertise in areas related to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) science objectives (e.g. observational cosmology, galactic evolution, exoplanets); Leading or serving in a major role on a science team that uses various science instrument observing modes and science data formats to carry out ground-based or space-based research projects; Planning, developing, or executing science data reduction pipelines for the JWST or a different space-based or ground-based observatory; Reporting the results of research in technical publications, scientific journals, and scientific conferences. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.
Mar 26, 2024;
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usajobs.gov