Description
The Space Telescope Science
Institute is the science operations center for the Hubble Space Telescope and
the science and mission operations center for the James Webb Space Telescope.
The Office of Public Outreach produces products and services that are the
backbone of the news, education, and public outreach efforts for the missions.
The achievements of the office helped to make the Hubble Space Telescope one of
the most universally recognized scientific endeavors.
The Office of Public Outreach (OPO) is seeking a Data Imaging Developer
responsible for producing outreach images, informational graphics, space art
and other visuals derived from astronomical or simulated data. Work requires
general collaborations with astronomers as well as organizations such as NASA,
STScI, and others. The Lead Imaging and Technical Designer will directly
support scientists working on the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) and James Webb
Space Telescope (JWST) missions. Completed visuals will support public
engagement by serving as the centerpiece of HST and JWST press releases and
various education and public outreach products to be disseminated via print,
online and social networking.
A basic understanding of scientific principles is required to effectively work
with data and assure scientific accuracy. Knowledge of astronomical data
analysis techniques and software (IRAF/PyRAF e.g.) is needed to process data. A
background in photography and visual arts is required to create visuals that
are understandable to the general public, while maintaining technical accuracy
and pleasing aesthetic qualities. Fluent knowledge of Adobe Creative
Suite/Cloud and digital photography techniques are required. Other duties will
include designing exhibit materials and other collateral to support conferences
and various events.
The Data Imaging Developer will participate in presentations, demonstrations,
interviews, online chats, etc., to explain to various audiences the processes
and techniques of creating astronomy images.
Requirements
Position requires astronomy
background: MS preferred. Experience should embody an emphasis on
observing and imaging, principally optical and infrared, but familiarity with
other regimes is useful. Position requires the following skills and abilities:
- Design and Space Art
- Data processing: working knowledge of
astronomical image reduction and analysis
- Image processing: understanding of how to produce
color presentation images from astronomical data
- Data analysis techniques: use results derived
from astronomical observations (spectra, plots, images, etc.) to
supplement imaging
- Photography: apply principles of photography to
the production of presentation images from astronomy data
- Design: apply principles of design to information
graphics and other supplemental works of design
- Communication: ability to collaborate and
communicate through various channels: verbally, in writing, social
networks, etc., with various audiences at every level of understanding:
colleagues, research scientists, outreach staff, vendors, general
public
- Observation planning: selecting targets and APT
software
Software
- Image and graphics editing: Adobe Creative
Suite/Cloud (Photoshop, Bridge, Lightroom, Illustrator, etc.), image
formats, resolution, color management, metadata
- Science data reduction and analysis: IRAF/PyRAF,
Python, IDL, etc. science data formats; searching and retrieving archive
data (MAST)
- Observation planning: APT
- Office productivity: word processing,
spreadsheet, presentation (MS Office, Keynote), collaboration (WebEx,
Basecamp, etc.), cloud sharing (Box)
At least some working familiarity
with these topics is needed for this position
- Motion graphics
- Video production
- Web development
Interested candidates are requested
to complete an on-line application through our website at http://www.stsci.edu/jobs
and attach ONE PDF including a cover
letter and resume in the "Resume Upload Section." Please include job
# 16-0276 in the filename. Applications received by October 21, 2016 will
receive full consideration. Campaign will stay open until the position has been
filled.
STScI sees the diversity of our
staff as a strategic priority in our desire to create a first-rate scientific
community. We reflect that deep commitment in strongly encouraging women,
minorities, veterans and disabled individuals to apply for these opportunities.
Veterans, disabled or wounded
warriors needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at
careers@stsci.edu. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V