The International Gemini Observatory seeks an Associate Director of Development, to oversee the transformation of the Observatory-s instrumentation and adaptive optics capabilities over the next decadeConfidential The International Gemini Observatory is among the world-s largest and most scientifically productive ground- Ased astronomical observatoriesConfidential Gemini-s twin optical/IR telescopes provide nightly access to both hemispheres of the sky and operate at two of the world-s best sites for ground- Ased astronomy Maunakea, Hawai -i and Cerro Pachón, ChileConfidential The telescopes currently host a wide suite of imaging and spectroscopic instrumentation, covering wavelengths between and 5 microns, with adaptive optics AO capabilities optimized for the near- IR ~ 1-5 micronsConfidential The International Gemini Observatory is funded by an international partnership including the United States, Canada, Confidential, Brazil, Argentina, and the Republic of Korea, and is operated by the National Science Foundation-s National Optical and Infrared Laboratory NOIRLab, under the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy AURAConfidential Over the next decade, Gemini seeks to drive investigator- Led breakthrough discoveries spanning from the closest exoplanets to the most distant quasars, while achieving its goal of becoming the premier large- Aperture time domain astronomy follow- Up facility in the era of Rubin Observatory, Roman Space Telescope, and James Webb Space Telescope JWSTConfidential Gemini will meet this challenge through a major revitalization of its instrumentation suite, AO facilities, user support infrastructure, and the realization of new capabilities gained by harnessing NOIRLab-s significant infrastructure in data science, communications, and outreachConfidential Essential Functions:The Associate Director AD of Development is responsible for overseeing the Gemini portfolio of instrumentation development projectsConfidential This includes the development of new instrumentation, instrument upgrades, and the visiting instrument programConfidential The AD of Development manages the Gemini Instrument Development fund and is expected to actively seek out technology partnerships and funding opportunitiesConfidential The AD of Development engages regularly with a set of diverse external stakeholders to report on the progress of Gemini-s development projects, and to obtain broad consensus for strategic development prioritiesConfidential The AD of Development is responsible for overseeing the cycle of Gemini instrument development, starting with community engagement, development of requirements, selection and oversight of external contractors, and oversight of commissioning and hand- Over to operationsConfidential They manage a diverse, distributed group of instrument scientists, systems engineers, project managers, and AO specialistsConfidential The AD of Development partners with NOIRLab engineering and science services to identify additional resources within NOIRLab and supports broader NOIRLab long- Term plans and activitiesConfidential The AD is a member of the Gemini leadership team, reporting to the Gemini Observatory DirectorConfidential Required Education/Experience/Skills/ilities:An advanced degree in astronomy, physics, or engineering PhD or equivalent is requiredConfidential 10+ years of experience in astronomical instrument development or a related fieldConfidential Skills Required:This role requires strong communication skills and strong knowledge of project management and systems engineering best practicesConfidential Experience with developing astronomical instruments is essential for success in this roleConfidential Gemini furthers its technology development program primarily via external partnerships and contracts; therefore, strong collaboration and negotiation skills are essentialConfidential The ility to successfully manage technically, culturally, and geographically diverse teams, and to exemplify is essentialConfidential Preferred Education/Experience/Skills/ilities:Gemini/NOIRLab is a federally funded research and development center FFRDC and experience executing projects within US- Federal uniform guidance and the National Science Foundations-s Mid- Scale Research Infrastructure guidelines is preferredConfidential PhysicalDemands:Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy AURA is a consortium of 47 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world- Class astronomical observatories for the and Confidential AURA-s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical researchConfidential In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to throughout the astronomical and scientific workforceConfidential AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilitiesConfidential AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off, health and welfare benefits, and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environmentConfidential Details on benefits can be found at COVID- Policy Update:- Identification are required pursuant to these regulationsConfidential We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements which are included for protection and to assist us in our recordkeeping and reportingConfidential Your responses are kept strictly ConfidentialConfidential
