Deputy Associate Director for DKIST

The Deputy Associate Director for DKIST will support the Associate Director in managing the observatory's internal and external affairs, including setting financial, technical, and managerial strategy, overseeing operations, and collaborating with NSO-wide and AURA support services.

Requirements

• PhD in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field
• Leadership experience with operations and instrument programs for scientific facilities (e.g., astronomical telescopes)
• Familiarity with ground-based and/or space-based observatory operations
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience with preparing budgets and cost account management
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Effective technical writing and public speaking communication skills
• A minimum of 10 years of experience (or equivalent combination of education plus experience) leading/managing multi-disciplinary teams

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan contributions